Honest by name, honest by nature
We’re an independent auto repair shop in Cary, North Carolina. We do general repair on all makes and pride ourselves on best-in-class service, from our workmanship to our advice to our pricing.
New name, same great team
For more than 15 years, Carlos Camacho and his team at Camacho's Auto Service were the go-to shop for high-quality, affordable car repair in Cary. When Carlos was ready to pass the torch to the next generation, he made one thing a condition: the team would stay together and keep giving customers the service they’d come to expect.
That’s Honest Automotive. Same technicians, same address on East Chatham Street, same commitment to doing the job right.
A modern take on a legacy industry
Auto repair has a reputation problem, built on vague explanations, surprise bills and pressure to fix things that don’t need fixing. We think it can feel completely different, more like your favorite neighborhood café than a place you dread.
So we’ve paired that neighborhood-mechanic feel with tools that make everything transparent:online booking, appointment reminders, digital inspections with photos, and text updates. You see what we see, you understand your options, and you decide what gets done.
Serving the Triangle
Our customers come from Cary, Morrisville, Apex, Raleigh, Durham and beyond. Some have been with us since the Camacho’s days, and some found us last week. Either way, we treat you and your car like family.
The Honest standard
No pressure, ever
We tell you what's urgent, what can wait, and what's fine. Then it's your call.
Photos, not jargon
Every inspection comes with pictures and plain-English notes texted to your phone.
Clear prices up front
You approve an itemized estimate before any repair begins. No surprise totals.
36-month / 36,000-mile warranty
Parts and labor on qualifying repairs. If something we fixed isn’t right, we make it right.
Meet the team
The folks who answer the phone, work on your car and text you the photos.
Tristin
Owner
Abbey
Owner
Alan
Shop Manager & Co-Owner
Gia
Service Advisor
Dylan
Technician
Cole
Technician
Neighbors, not tickets
“They treat you as family.”
Camacho’s is by far the best auto shop I have been to in NC. Customer service is impeccable! I have had one too many last minute instances and they have always squeezed me in… They do not see you as a quick buck and will always give you choices from the most economical and priority to everything needed for your car overall. Top tier, they treat you as family.
“They did not try to sell me anything extra that I didn't need.”
HIGHLY recommend!! … I arrived at 8:40 am and my oil change was complete and I was on my way by 9:10 am. Very professional staff and fair prices… they did not try to sell me anything extra that I didn't need. This is now my go-to spot for any car repair needs.
“Really great service and friendly people.”
Carlos was so attentive right upon me pulling up as I was so confused what was wrong with my car and they got me in promptly and fixed my issue right away! This was not my first time as I previously had my brakes repaired here and the service was also amazing… Really great service and friendly people.
Quick facts
- Business
- Honest Automotive (formerly Camacho's Auto Service), an independent auto repair shop
- Address
- 527 E Chatham St, Cary, NC 27511
- Hours
- Mon – Fri: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm · Sat – Sun: Closed
- Phone
- (919) 234-5670
- Text
- (919) 388-1511
- Services
- Oil Change Service, State Inspection, Brake Repair, Diagnostic Check, Suspension Repair, Wheel Alignment, AC & Heat Repair, Engine Repair, Tires & Rotation, Battery Replacement, Transmission Service, Cooling System & Radiator, Timing Belt Replacement, Pre-Purchase Inspection, Fleet Service
- Vehicles
- All makes and models: domestic, Asian and European cars, trucks, SUVs and minivans
- Prices
- Oil change from $75 · NC state inspection from $13.60 · Cabin & engine air filters from $45 · Fluid flushes from $150 · Brake pads & rotors from $225 per wheel · Pre-purchase inspection $119
- Warranty
- 36 months / 36,000 miles, parts and labor on qualifying repairs
- Inspections
- Licensed North Carolina state inspection station; free 30-point digital inspection
- Appointments
- Book online or call; walk-ins welcome for oil changes and state inspections
- Payment
- Buy-now, pay-later financing available
- Serving
- Cary, Morrisville, Apex, Raleigh, Durham and the Triangle
Come see the difference
Book online in about a minute. You’ll get a text with photos and a clear estimate before any work begins.