charlotte saab Guestbook saab charlotteThank you for visiting The Swedish Garage Inc.. Please,Add to our guestbook! Please, do not advertise on this page. What can I say? I happily own 2 SAABs (2001 9-5 SE and 2003 9.5 Linear) and as long as I do, you guys will continue to care for them just like they are your own cars. Why would anyone consider taking their care anywhere else for service and satisfaction like you guys deliver? I am proud to sport my white SG badges on my sedans. On behalf of Trollhattan Performance Group, we thank you! See you next Friday eve and hey to my boys with Special Purpose! Brian Weyeneth Charlotte, NC 04/12/07 I recently acquired an '03 Saab 9-5 over the Internet. Whenever you purchase a pre-owned vehicle there are always a couple of items that will need immediate attention. In my case it was my bi-xenon lighting system. Changing a bulb is not a big thing but the Saab manual suggests letting a dealer work with the bi-xenon system. I called around town for quotes on bulbs and labor and was shocked at what I heard. It was not until I spoke with the Swedish Garage that I got someone who spoke honestly about what might needed to be done. Bottom line... the Swedish Garage fixed my lighting system and only charged for the price of the parts which was considerably less than what others quoted. The Swedish Garage didn't charge any labor as they admitted it didn't take long to change out the bulbs. I live in Atlanta but work in Charlotte and following my experience at the Swedish Garage they have earned my business for all future maintenance. While I have many choices for qualifed Saab garages in Atlanta I know I couldn't find more honest and knowledgable folks that those at the Swedish Garage. A happy customer, Steve Atlanta, GA 2/13/07 Hey. I visit your site a little bit and i must say it was terrific. Fantastic information about SAAB. Good luck, and have a nice 2006. I-Grenander Skåne SWEDEN Hey guys, just wanted to say thanks for fixing my sick 900 s turbo. i had forgotten how much i loved my driving my car. i promise i won't treat her bad, anymore! you guys are terrific, professional, and a joy to do business with! see you soon for my regular scheduled maintenance. jeff williams charlotte, nc USA - Tuesday, April 20, 2004 at 11:41:39 (PDT) Service can't be beat and the friendly people at the SG make everyone feel like a part of their extended family. Dealing with this group will make Saab drivers a Saab driver for life! Can't get that feeling from the other garages anywhere. Qitqat....Panther's #1 fan Kim Brechtel Rock Hill, SC USA - Tuesday, April 20, 2004 at 09:21:11 (PDT) I just wanted to say you have a great page! I really enjoyed reading about the history of Saabs. I have owned saabs for the past 20 years and this is the first time I have seen the history of them. Thanks! Rion King Norfolk , NE USA - Thursday, April 08, 2004 at 12:34:04 (PDT) Just moved back to my hometown and what a welcome! Thanks Russ for looking at my 9-3 and what a relief. I'll definitely be back! Ed Kuhn Charlotte, NC USA - Thursday, April 08, 2004 at 07:38:14 (PDT) Tanks alot Mulberry fer fixing my bad gas problem on both saabs... can't wait to sink my chops into some swedish burgers. Bob Hubbard Chalotte , NC USA - Friday, April 02, 2004 at 07:08:42 (PST) Hey, Russ Kathy and the gang. Well I sit in my office looking at a snow covered Saab 9000. Just doesn't seem fair to let it stay sitting when there is lots of swedish sugar to be running out in. If only Charlotte could clear some streets better we could have a small parade of Saab loyalists going down Tryon Street. Will be back soon for an update and for a tune up. Thanks Brett Brett Kimball Charlotte, NC USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 14:20:20 (PST) Looking to start a club in the Triangle, If anyones interested email me Jmchell@aol.com. I love my '89 900 long live saab jonty chapel hill, nc USA - Monday, February 23, 2004 at 21:29:38 (PST) Hi, everyone. Mark and I made it safely back to Asheville last night after his long grazy trip from Sweden. Thanks again for for staying late and all pitching in to replace those pulleys and the belt... it turned what could have been a lousy day into one full o' good karma! Or car-ma? You all are the best! Rick Asheville, NC USA - Tuesday, January 13, 2004 at 05:57:35 (PST) Superb SAAB promotion!!! Alexandar Belgrade, SCG - Friday, November 14, 2003 at 12:40:37 (PST) Hey Everybody. We're here on the Voyager of the Seas working on our tans and headed for beautiful Haiti! Tomorrow we make our first stop. We are one of 157 honeymooning couples!! On our plane, our entire row was married the day before (6 people). We just wanted to let you know that we are enjoying the sun and drinks and hope you are doing the same. The site looks great from the high seas. Later. Jamie and Shannon Cleaton Jamie and Shannon High Seas, ? Haiti - Monday, September 29, 2003 at 10:21:50 (PDT) Howdy from Balad, Iraq - the beautiful region (NOT) North of Baghdad between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. Love my Saab, but I will take my up-armored HMMWV for now! MAJ Erick Crews Balad, Yahribi Iraq - Monday, September 22, 2003 at 07:52:08 (PDT) yal are AWESOME for hiring John Kidda, hes so the man! keep it goin John, see ya at the summit! Drew Courtright GSO, NC USA - Monday, September 15, 2003 at 17:04:23 (PDT) Russ, man the web page looks about as good as you do crossing the finish line in first! Even got good cheap shirts!!! Anyways just wanted to drop a line and check out the website. Blake Thompson Charlotte, NC USA - Sunday, August 10, 2003 at 14:03:00 (PDT) Great 2nd Annual Saab Party! What a great way to treat your customers. Great caring service, with a smile, and an annual party for your customers! It's real hard to find a mechanic that loves the cars that he works on, much less an entire family that feels the same way! May you guys have many wonderful years in business! William O Green York, SC USA - Friday, May 16, 2003 at 20:34:22 (PDT) Am a new kid in town and got ur web site from Saab Club NA, all those notes of praise are encourging !! Need to find a good SAAB guy down here, without having to go a hundred miles. Drive safe and keep it under 100 !!! Charley Cranna Morehead City, NC USA - Friday, May 16, 2003 at 11:44:24 (PDT) My 1996 Saab 9000 Hatchback runs like new again. I'm happy with it and the attention you've given it. Thanks for being so patient and willing to explain it all to me. Laurie Charlotte, NC USA - Thursday, May 01, 2003 at 13:36:04 (PDT) Russ & company helped me out with a used car inspection on short notice. His attention, enthusiasm, and insight made me feel much better about my purchase. Great people with great service - a rarity these days. Thanks again! Shawn Peters Cary, NC USA - Monday, March 17, 2003 at 08:42:24 (CST) The winter here in charlotte has been pretty rough as of late, too bad my car died in early october. Took it down to the swedish garage and russ just went at it and did a fantastic job or ressurecting the old girl. Great place to go and talk to people who love Saabs. If you want to know how to trick out a Saab ask russ about it and he can point you in the right direction. See you guys soon. Carl Hernandez Charlotte, NC USA - Monday, February 24, 2003 at 19:24:09 (CST) Great website! Rusty, Kathy, Jenny and Jaime My friend John has a Saab that may need some help. I'll have him drop you a line. It was great to see Jenny at Pauls' graduation. Congratulations Jaime! Bob Kraft Asheville, NC USA - Friday, February 21, 2003 at 15:06:44 (CST) My Saab loves all the attention Russ, his family, and the staff give it! Russ always takes time to go way beyond the usual service. He treats every Saab as if it were his own! Larry B charlotte, nc USA - Saturday, February 08, 2003 at 17:52:15 (CST) Thanks for such a good Saab site. I love my Saab 9-5 SE Estate. In these days we have a temperature of -37'Celcius. And my car works perfectly. No freezing. Starts without problems. It is a car for Arctic Temperatures. Many other cars f.ex. Toyota, Nissan, Ford, + + Are having serious trouble getting started. The best thing of all.... The heater inside the car keeps me warm even in such cold temperatures. I drive my car in only my T-shirt in -37'c Drive safe..... GRH Geir Rune Hansen Tana, Norway - Tuesday, February 04, 2003 at 14:20:46 (CST) Russ, Thanks for taking care of me an my 93. You and your family are wonderful. Great service!!! Hunter Hunter Fleshood Charlotte, NC USA - Sunday, February 02, 2003 at 17:44:50 (CST) Great site, envious, thanks for the screensaver, have a great trading year in 2003.. Happy Christmas 2002 jdc johncare Marlborough, England, UK - Monday, December 16, 2002 at 13:11:46 (CST) Neat site. Have just dusted off my old 1978 99 turbo (Still shiny and pretty rare now) and took it to an autocross event this weekend... Now to find so me fast parts for the old relic! Shane Harrisburg, NC USA - Monday, October 21, 2002 at 10:25:51 (CDT) Thanks for taking such good care of Sylvia, my 1992 Saab 900S Convertible. I don't know that she would have ever have been the same but for the great job you guys did. She's getting put out to pasture now, but if she should have another problem I know where she is coming. Matthew Rock Hill, SC USA - Friday, October 18, 2002 at 18:58:25 (CDT) Hey Russ, Kathy, & everyone...It took me selling my 88 Saab 900 last year and getting a Jeep Wrangler to realize that I am a Saab person at heart. The Jeep is great, ...but there's just something about a Saab! I plan on getting another soon and will be sure to have Swedish Garage check it out for me. Thanks! -Kessiah Young Kessiah Young Hickory, nc USA - Friday, October 11, 2002 at 10:35:20 (CDT) Cool site - found you via Saabnet.com! Tom R Charlottesville, VA USA - Thursday, October 10, 2002 at 12:13:19 (CDT) Look at me - rollin my S P G. Eat my dust - It's Swedish Garage or bust. Fast Eddie Charlotte, NC USA - Saturday, August 31, 2002 at 17:02:45 (CDT) They got my Nebraska 9000 back on the road. The Swedish Garage is THE place to bring your Saab. Martin Carlson Tega Cay, SC USA - Friday, August 23, 2002 at 07:35:14 (CDT) Thanks for leaving your card on our mirror at Kohl's last weekend. We just bought our 1999 9-5 SE three weeks ago. My wife is from Sweden and she fell in love with the car at first sight. We plan on coming in for an oil change at the Swedish Garage soon. The Klemack's Huntersville, NC USA - Thursday, August 15, 2002 at 20:16:26 (CDT) Hola from Cozumel, Mexico. The site looks great from here too. This place is nothing like home at the Swedish Garage. Having a great time. Wish you were here. Jenny and Jonathan jenny Cozumel, Mexico - Thursday, August 01, 2002 at 23:28:23 (CDT) Thanks for quick turn on head gasket / timing chain job! Matthew Burke Charlotte, NC USA - Saturday, July 27, 2002 at 11:16:38 (CDT) The Cleaton family - Russ, Kathy, Jamie and Jennifer - along with Harry and Paul (who help keep the Saabs humming and Russ in line), represent a team you'll rarely find anywhere else these days: a group of genuine, honest, hardworking, dedicated and fair people who really know how to treat their customers and provide excellent care for their cars. If you're really lucky, they become your friends. Many thanks to the Swedish Garage crew for the exceptional care and plenty of humor the past few years. Leslie Rupracht Charlotte, NC USA - Tuesday, July 16, 2002 at 15:56:37 (CDT) I heard about the Swedish Garage via a colleague. After my first visit to the garage I immediately went and thanked him. What a relief to find a place that appreciates Saab's and provides excellent service for them, after four years of substandard work by independant mechanics (and the dealership!). Thanks guys!!! Erik Rosenwood Charlotte, NC USA - Tuesday, July 16, 2002 at 06:56:59 (CDT) We found the Swedish Garage through a recommendation by David's barber, Cecil. What a tip! That's why it pays to go to a good barber! We've never been so happy about owning a Saab, now that we found the right people to work on it. The quality of service, attention to detail, in-depth knowledge of Saabs, and fair pricing are just some of the great attributes of this garage. It's a pleasure doing business with this fine family. Katherine Pannell and David Reavy Charlotte, NC USA - Thursday, July 11, 2002 at 21:16:25 (CDT) I have always bragged about the Swedish Garage to my family. Recently they got to share the Swedish Garage experience themselves when suffering car troubles on a trip to the mountains. Needless to say they were very impressed with the workmanship, honestly, and clean new facility. If the Swedish Garage worked on Yugos I might consider getting one! That won't happen though cause Russ LOVES Saabs. Spencer Swindler Charlotte, NC USA - Tuesday, July 02, 2002 at 20:34:58 (CDT) Thank you Swedish Garage Family!! As a college student it is not easy to take care of a car and it's upkeep. Russ and his crew have always been helpful in keeping the work within my budget. They are honest and tell me what needs the most attention. I have never been to a better run garage. If you want a friendly atmosphere, then take your Saab there. Kathy and Jenny will have you laughing while you car is getting fixed. I love the service and most of all I love the way my baby runs as I drive off. Thank you guys for your wonderful work and friendly smiles. Ashley Newton Rock Hill, SC USA - Friday, June 21, 2002 at 13:29:22 (CDT) Russ & Kathy- Was a pleasure making your aquaintance in Cozumel this past week...Jessica and I didn't get a chance to wish you guys a safe trip back to NC, but I figured I'd hop online and see your website firsthand...impressive! Good luck with the business, and hopefully get to see you again in the future south of the border (at the Paradisus!) Take care... Michael Davoli Port Jefferson, NY USA - Wednesday, June 12, 2002 at 14:10:56 (CDT) Life without your Saab is lousy. I keep all of mine rolling with Swedish Garage. Got a Saab? See Russ. No Saab? Buy a few. See Russ. Questions? Bob Kalweit Rock Hill, SC USA - Friday, May 31, 2002 at 12:06:14 (CDT) Congratulations on the web site! What else would I be doing at this hour on a weekday night but surfing the Swedish Garage website! Look out, "we're" coming in this week for some maintenance. I love my '92 9000 5-door . . . wish Saab would make some more! 170K and still going strong. Can't wait for my new Saab in 2006 (when the last kid graduates from college!) Maybe the concept car will come out early. Thanks for your dependable and quick service. And, for the rides to work. Some of my best laughs have been with Kathy when she drops me off or picks me up. Maybe some day you can publish your "Saab" stories. Terry Hunter Davidson, NC USA - Tuesday, May 21, 2002 at 21:47:54 (CDT) WOW!! A terrific garage! You guys have saved me from SO many jams by promptly repairing my beat up Saab. I'm so grateful I found you and have had the chance to meet you all. Truly great people! Next time I'm in Charlotte, I'll stop by to say hey. Take care! Mary Beth Ott Marietta, OH USA - Monday, May 20, 2002 at 21:12:06 (CDT) Owned a '91 Saab 900 Conv for around three years - took a friend's advice(Scott Swindler) to take it to the Swedish Garage for repairs - and am extremely happy with the service I receive. Russ knows those Saab's - and everyone's super friendly! Jenny's also wheeled me around when I needed...Service the way it oughta be... Thanks! Will Seabrook Charlotte, nc USA - Friday, May 10, 2002 at 16:49:09 (CDT) G'day! I just wanted to say that the site still works from down under. Sydney's great and I should see you blokes when I see ya. Cheers! Jamie Sydney, Australia - Sunday, April 28, 2002 at 02:01:20 (CDT) Just wanted to drop a line from the South Island. I've been here a few hours and have seen only one Saab. Oh well, maybe not a suitable location for a shop but it's nice anyway. Cheers! Jamie Picton, New Zealand - Sunday, April 21, 2002 at 18:13:18 (CDT) It is so obvious that Russ knows Saabs like no other. When his daugter drove me to work after dropping my car off at the shop, her car had over 400,000 miles on it, I knew my car was in great hands. Thank you for staying late that afternoon so I could pick up my car the same day. Maybe you can work on my VW as well, Steven Lipford Charlotte, NC USA - Thursday, April 18, 2002 at 20:50:10 (CDT) The Swedish Garage ROCKS!!! If you live anywhere near charlotte... even NC, bring your Saab to Russ and his crew... they'll take care of you. They're friendly and honest, a notch above other shops i've been to. The best part is... their work and reputation sells itself... the way they make you feel at home is an ADDED bonus! They'll even give you a lift to work and back to the shop if you're uptown! Enjoyed meeting you guys, keep up the great work!!! Greg Barnes Charlotte, NC USA - Thursday, April 18, 2002 at 08:16:29 (CDT) Great site. Been bringing my '89 900T to the Swedish Garage since they first opened. I was immediately impressed with Russ & Kathy. It's not everyday you find a great mechanic that treats you like family. I just passed 295K and wouldn't trust my Saab to anyone else. Gary Patterson (cust # 19) Concord, NC USA - Wednesday, April 17, 2002 at 10:10:48 (CDT) I love my car-finding a good/reliable mechanic can be a pain. Hopefully my email I sent wasn't to burdensome. Maurice Shane, Sr. washington, DC USA - Saturday, April 06, 2002 at 11:07:49 (CST) Think about your first time...thanks Russ and Cathy!...wow!I didn't know what to do or where to turn for something that was innate it seems to Russ and Crew...The comfort level and down right hospitality is unmeasurable...I have been in Sales for years and they are right..."people do business with people they like"...I love you all..Can't wait till the next time...your professionalism and knowledge was like a dream come true...I want more and more Saabs in my home ...Thanks for making this a good experience for me and my family Iris & Moffatte Gastonia, NC USA - Friday, April 05, 2002 at 20:11:11 (CST) Everyone at the Swedish Garage is wonderful. I have been bringing my car to you for 2 1/2 years, and I am always completely satisfied. You treat me like part of the family. Thanks for your dedication and excellent service! Mac Clubb Charlotte, NC USA - Friday, April 05, 2002 at 08:26:54 (CST) Cheers from the Southern Hemisphere! I got here on April 3rd and must say that the site looks pretty good form here too. It's another cloudlss day here in paradise and I'm off to find a job, or at least look for one anyway. It's already Thursday here so I guess the best thing to say is "have a great yesterday!" Cheers for now. Jamie Auckland, New Zealand - Wednesday, April 03, 2002 at 13:40:58 (CST) My wife just saw the new Swedish Garage Plate on the front of my car and agrees with me that it is both "cool" and "very European-looking". That's high praise from a ricemobile driver. I'm happy to provide some free publicity for a shop and a group of people that have treated me so well. Gary Ledbetter Monroe, NC USA - Tuesday, March 12, 2002 at 15:27:24 (CST) How you say party in Swedish? THE SWEDISH GARAGE! What a blow-out! And what a collection of Saabs and owners. I would say there is sufficient interest in a Charlotte-area Saab Owner's Group. Thank you Jenny for all your hard work. Looking forward to getting Saab fanatics together again. You all ROCK!!!! Brian Weyeneth Charlotte, NC USA - Tuesday, March 12, 2002 at 08:22:26 (CST) Russ and the staff at The Swedish Garage are wonderful. I recently was in need of some speedy repairs and the shop I had been going to was unable to get my car in. I called Russ and not only did he quickly fix my car, he took the time to look at other problems that I had been having. I've found my new repair shop and as long as I own a Saab, the only place I'll take it to is The Swedish Garage. Thanks Russ. Jeff Vanhoozier Charlotte, NC USA - Sunday, March 10, 2002 at 11:06:48 (CST) This is a wonderful shop, and you have my business as long as I have my Saab. Brad Renfroe Charlotte, NC USA - Sunday, March 03, 2002 at 21:08:40 (CST) What a great party! PROOF that The Swedish Garage is MORE than a place to get your car repaired. I had so much fun meeting the other customers. Everyone was so interesting! Cleaton's -Thanks for hosting the party. Paul -WELCOME to the team. Harry - always loyal - always a smile! I'll have some pics on the site soon. Ed USA - Friday, March 01, 2002 at 22:37:37 (CST) WOW!!!!! What a great party...It was great to see such a great turn out!Thanks to all who joined us.I LOVE WORKING AT THIS PLACE!!!!!! Harry Johnson Charlotte, NC USA - Friday, March 01, 2002 at 21:35:28 (CST) The Swedish Garage has always treated me and my Saab right! Keep up the great work. John Yochim Charlotte, nc USA - Monday, February 25, 2002 at 17:30:34 (CST) You guys at TSG are great! Thanks for all your early support in helping me get a Saab Owners Group formed in the Charlotte area. Looking forward to March 1st! Brian Weyeneth Charlotte, NC USA - Monday, February 18, 2002 at 14:24:33 (CST) Come join up on the NC/VA Saab Club emailing list server. Located at http://www.bbandt.org (note the .org...., the .com is a big bank). Eric Cohen Selma, nc USA - Thursday, February 14, 2002 at 19:22:32 (CST) The Swedish Garage is the absolute best! When you are there you feel like family. The first time I met Russ, I was with my dad picking up my mom's Saab. I couldn't help but notice then that he LOOKED JUST LIKE MEL GIBSON! I would never let anyone else ever work on my Saab! EVER! These are good people! STEER CLEAR OF OTHER Saab SHOPS. TAKE YOUR Saab TO THE BEST AND GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. Kessiah Young Hickory, NC USA - Thursday, February 07, 2002 at 23:18:15 (CST) Several years ago my daughter and I had some time to kill as my sons flight was delayed so we took his Saab for a tour of Charlotte. As we were cruising through downtown smoke started billowing out of the engine. People were waving us over but there was no place to stop. We ended up on Tryon Street at a garage for foreign cars. They told us about Russ. I ran the block away and Russ dropped what he was doing and came to see what he could do. We ended up pushing the car to his shop where it had a much needed overhaul and they arranged a ride to the airport for my daughter and myself. We have always laughed about how the car found Russ. Suffice it to say, when it needs attentiion we make the 1 1/2 hour drive to Charlotte, where the car gets fantastic service, in the new shop, and we get a great visit with a very special family. And did I mention, we like them so much we got a second Saab because we know we can get great service and a truely fun visit all at once! All the best to you in the ultra new shop and thanks for so much. Leslie, Hank, Amber and Land Leslie Heintzberger Rutherfordton, NC USA - Wednesday, November 14, 2001 at 12:16:45 (EST) Wow!!! I recently bought my first Saab (an '87 900 S Turbo) and love the car!!! Even more amazing was my first experience with the Swedish garage. I took the car to the Russ and co. at the reccommendation of the previous owner. To say that my experience was "incredible" would be an understatement. Russ really knows Saabs, his knowledge seems to be limitless. Even more importantly, Russ knows people. He was careful about explaining every detail of the work that was done. He takes time to go over the bill and wants you to know your car. Prior to my experience, I had come to the conclusion that taking the car to the garage was worse than having teeth pulled. I will continue to own Saabs as long as Russ is in business. What a great experience! Keep up the good work Russ! Jeff Williams Charlotte, NC USA - Thursday, November 08, 2001 at 13:50:45 (EST) I think Saab should give these guys honorary Ph.d.'s Charlotte, USA - Friday, October 19, 2001 at 22:10:59 (EDT) What a great place! They took terrific care of my car while I had coffee and shot the breeze in the office. This kind of personal service doesn't exist elsewhere. My car was done quickly - but I could have hung out there all day. Andy Andy Dominianni Charlotte, NC USA - Monday, October 08, 2001 at 20:14:08 (EDT) Russ & Kathy, Your web sight looks great. I know you guys do a great job from your enthusiasm. Remember to work on the business as much as working in it. Take care of your customers, both internal & external and they will take care of you. Best of luck & keep in touch. Dan Schindler Dan Schindler/ Swedish Solution orange village, OH USA - Sunday, October 07, 2001 at 13:55:15 (EDT) Hi Russ, Just writing to say thanks for the great service on my '87 900S this summer. Thought you like to know that it ran absolutely perfectly on my 3476 mile trip across the country. It now has 144 k miles on the odometer. I crossed two or three deserts (can't really remember), several mountain passes (the highest, Lizard Head near Durango, was just over 10,000 ft) and one Great Plains and no problems at all. The car was loaded with everything I own, plus two bikes and a 17 foot kayak on top, but still it had plenty of power to get through the mountains. Pretty amazing, huh? What a great car. She's now getting some well-deserved rest here in Portland. Thanks again for the great service, wish there was a shop here in town like yours! Michael Hosking Michael Hosking Portland, OR USA - Friday, October 05, 2001 at 14:29:12 (EDT) Thanks for your thought on selling my car. (I love my car!) Congrats again on your new location. Great to see you all. Linda Linda Dru Catlin Seabrook Island, SC USA - Tuesday, September 04, 2001 at 09:40:59 (EDT) I didn't know what I was missing till I brought my car over to Russ and family. My 900 Turbo Convertable was welcomed to the Swedish Garage like a long lost loved one. They are second to none. Michael Michael Clark Charlotte, NC USA - Monday, September 03, 2001 at 13:20:29 (EDT) I took a used Saab to SG for inspection, and was very impressed by the staff's attention to detail, ability to answer questions, and general knowledge of the vehicle. However, the best part of my visit was the customer service- Russ, Kathy, and Jennifer are knowledgeable, accessible, and professional individuals. Much appreciation for the service and help in making my decision. Thanks, Rick O. Rick Oppedisano Charlotte, NC USA - Friday, August 31, 2001 at 10:25:23 (EDT) Great service, knowledgable staff, excellent sense of humor! Thanks. Norman Robinson Mooresville, NC USA - Monday, August 06, 2001 at 11:58:44 (EDT) The Swedish Garage is a great place to bring your Saab. The guys are great. Russ is a good man, and a good friend. Terry Hanypsiak USA - Friday, August 03, 2001 at 18:26:17 (EDT) Great garage and great neighbors, really appreciate all the advice Dave Johnson> Charlotte, NC USA - Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at 23:09:08 (EDT) Thanks for the great service. Bob Hubbard Charlotte, NC USA - Saturday, July 21, 2001 at 21:59:18 (EDT) Bon Jour! The site looks pretty good from Paris as well. I'll probqbly see you sometime next week. Au Vois!! Jamie Cleaton Paris, France - Saturday, July 21, 2001 at 13:12:31 (EDT) Thanks for such great service! Car maintenance is relatively a breeze these days since I've been going to your garage. One of these days, my husband will meet you all so he doesn't have to just hear me talk about you. Enjoy your summer. Janet Janet Edsell Denver, NC USA - Friday, July 13, 2001 at 20:13:46 (EDT) The Swedish Garage is the greatest place to go if you own a Saab. Russ and the gang are the BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Angelina Forest City, NC USA - Monday, July 09, 2001 at 18:12:58 (EDT) The site looks even better from Rome! I just hope I still have a job when I get back in August. Chiao. Jamie Cleaton Rome, Italy - Friday, July 06, 2001 at 05:29:39 (EDT) Greetings from England! Just wanted to take a second and say that the site looks great from this side of the world too. There are more Saabs than Jags over here! Cheers . . . . Jamie Charlotte, NC USA - Monday, July 02, 2001 at 14:31:53 (EDT) What pleasure to deal with the Swedish Garage family. Both my husband and I thoroughly enjoy doing business with you all. You're a great group and we highly recommend you. Good luck in your new space. Anne and Barry Anne and Barry Reinsford Charlotte, NC USA - Wednesday, June 20, 2001 at 23:39:23 (EDT) The Swedish Garage provides a professional, and yet, personal service to those of us who choose to drive a Saab. I look forward to driving my car now that I have experience with and confidence in the people whose knowledge, skills, and abilities put me back on the road. Thank you. SAE Shirley Entwistle Charlotte, NC USA - Wednesday, June 20, 2001 at 16:49:17 (EDT) This place is the BEST! The team there is trustworthy, did an excellent job estimating and completing all the repairs. Saved us lots of money fixing our convertible motor. This is our first Saab and boy am I happy to have the peace of mind that the Swedish Garage cares as much about my car as I do. Thanks everyone!! Paul Haynes Charlotte, NC USA - Friday, June 08, 2001 at 12:58:54 (EDT) We are just sitting here drinking beer at work thinking of you and the staff. miss you guys. at least since mike left we have more beer to drink. rob Rob Shue charlotte, nc USA - Thursday, June 07, 2001 at 18:15:05 (EDT) Hello I was in your shop a month ago you gave me some very helpful information about an SPG Saab.Thank you very much. charlie fuller charlotte, nc USA - Tuesday, June 05, 2001 at 19:53:27 (EDT) Greatly appreciative of ultra-professional care for the beloved Saabs Mike Opatowsky Rock Hill, SC USA - Thursday, April 26, 2001 at 12:23:52 (EDT) It's very rare to find a repair shop with such incredible service! I was extremely impressed with the amount of attention that was given to me and my Saab. The staff was very friendly and my car was ready the day after I dropped it off. If you are looking for friendly service, knowledgable staff, and high quality work performed in a timely manner this is the place to go! A huge thanks to Russ and his Family for all thier help. Sincerely, Dave and Melissa Harnois Davin and Melissa Harnois Salt Lake City, UT USA - Saturday, March 24, 2001 at 10:33:26 (EST) THE SERVICE AND PROFESSIONALISM WAS GREAT ALSO THE COST WAS VERY REASONALBE BEING A Saab OWNER THIS IS ALWAYS NOT THE CASE.I ONLY WISH YOU GUYS COULD MOVE TO HOUSTON.THANKS ALOT! MICHAEL STOVALL HOUSTON, TX USA - Friday, March 23, 2001 at 10:52:35 (EST) I enjoy your work ethic and professionlism. You have a Saab customer for as long as I own a Saab!! Anthony (Tony) Eubanks Charlotte, NC USA - Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at 14:42:44 (EST) No, Saab stories to tell, when these guys work on my Saab...great service...great team...thanks :o) Jerome Johnson Chlt, nc USA - Friday, March 16, 2001 at 17:05:29 (EST) I've never felt more comfortable with a garage. The service is great, the advice is straight up, this is the place for your Saab. Gary Ledbetter Monroe, NC USA - Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 01:41:59 (EST) I received EXCELLENT service from you guys. In the past I would rather go to the dentist than visit a mechanic. The Swedish Garage really changed my feelings about that one. You made the ordeal very plesant when I had some troubles with my Saab. Other places should take a hint from your great customer service! Thanks chris eubanks charlotte, nc USA - Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at 23:30:37 (EST) Hey Cleatons! Good luck opening the new shop and many wishes for years of good business there. If you need any last minute help, give your favorite niece a call. Rene Fielder Charlotte, NC USA - Friday, February 09, 2001 at 17:02:01 (EST) Thanks for all of your help Russ. I really appreciate your honest opinion. Hal Outen Rock Hill , SC USA - Monday, February 05, 2001 at 10:22:46 (EST) Killer site russ!!!keep up all the good work!!!1 J.J. Gressling midland, nc USA - Thursday, February 01, 2001 at 15:06:49 (EST) We have two Saabs. Russ and the guys(and Kathy) take excellent care of them and always treat us like family when we need service. Their service is the best I have ever experienced. Good luck in your new place. John Arensdorf Charlotte, NC USA - Tuesday, January 30, 2001 at 08:40:22 (EST) The best Saab service you will ever recieve is from the Swedish Garage. I may have to sell my Saab if I cannot find someone in NJ to work on it who is at least half as good as the guys who work with Russ and Cathy. If anyone know a garage in South Jersey please let me know. Your car is in great hands if you are able to get to Charlotte! I will miss coming home to the garage! Good Luck in your new place, may it be a great place and may you be able to stay in it till you want to retire! Rita Gulden Durham, NC USA - Thursday, January 25, 2001 at 16:56:53 (EST) Happy New Year everyone! Getting ready to head out to AZ, thanks for being wonderful to my baby 88 SPG and myself! See you when the Ren Fest comes to town! You guys rock! April Lemieux Everywhere!, USA - Tuesday, January 16, 2001 at 00:15:30 (EST) My first Saab was the version where you had to add oil when you added gas. In those days, the only cars which would get you up an icy/snowy hill were Saabs and VWs. Those were the days? You have an interesting site. G E new bern, nc USA - Saturday, January 13, 2001 at 20:31:50 (EST) Service: EXCELLENT! ; Mechanical expertise: EXCELLENT! ; Work ethic: EXCELLENT! ; Need I say any more???? You may want to get to know these guys on a personal level because they really know how to party....believe it or not they still have plenty of brain cells in reserve to do the very best job on your Saab!!!!!!!! Kent Scrivener San Francisco, CA USA - Friday, December 29, 2000 at 14:01:51 (EST) Thanx again for the help again, and for the nice Christmas card. Happy Anniversary, too. And thanx for the honest advice, Russ. Michael Peck Concord, NC USA - Wednesday, December 20, 2000 at 21:42:09 (EST) Russ, Kathy, Jamie, Jennifer, & Harry thanks for all of your hardwork and friendship. I have so much fun building your website! You guys truly know what customer service is. You really made me fall in love with my 900. Merry Christmas - thanks for the shocks :) Russ & Cathy congratulations on your 25th anniversary. I had a great time at the party. Ed Garber Charlotte, NC USA - Monday, December 18, 2000 at 22:29:52 (EST) Merry Christmas! Thanks for the great, honest service. Looking forward to the new place! Let us know about moving. Will and Delisa Rice USA - Monday, December 18, 2000 at 00:05:10 (EST) Merry Christmas! We have entered the new millenium and have a computer now! See you soon if I screw up the electrical system. Thanks(for everything), Will Will and Delisa Rice USA - Sunday, December 17, 2000 at 23:47:48 (EST) Nice to see you at the Daul's Christmas party. Lots of Saab fans and good fellowship. Looking forward to our first oil change at the new location. Happy Holidays!!! Bob and Carol Cowan Matthews, nc USA - Saturday, December 16, 2000 at 11:27:55 (EST) Merry Christmas Russ, Kathy, and crew!!!!! Ted Sjolander Charlotte, NC USA - Wednesday, December 06, 2000 at 17:33:03 (EST) The best prices and the best Saab mechanics in town are just the beginning at the Swedish Garage. It's the service that makes it so wonderful. Russ listens to his customers to understand what the problem is and then recommends the most cost effective solution. Over the years, Russ has saved me several thousands of dollars in repairs by simply tightening a bolt here and rotating the tires there. And when a critical item needs fixing, Russ will tell me my options. That's why I have taken my three Saabs to the Swedish Garage. I'm confident my cars get *exactly* the work they need...no more...no less. Which assures me that my family (and my wallet!) are safe. Three generations: 1987 900; 1995 900S; 1999 9-5 Wagon Kevin Carney Charlotte, NC USA - Tuesday, November 21, 2000 at 17:11:31 (EST) The only place I will take my '94 900 convertible is the Swedish Garage. Chip Hunter Charlotte, NC USA - Wednesday, November 01, 2000 at 14:45:45 (EST) In my search for help with a problem with my '98-900s, I found your site and made the call. Boy was I impressed.All I spoke to have a true customer service quality.Excellent web site, clean and easy to find what you need. Have you in my favorites and next time I'm traveling through Charlotte, I plan to stop by and see the crew. Thank you again for helping me. Charles Hamons Jr Summerville, SC USA - Saturday, October 28, 2000 at 10:48:04 (EDT) '89 Saab. I am eternally grateful; you probably do know what it means to me to have this car up and running. By the way, Joe had one of his best days in a long time re-connecting with all of you. Thanks. Carolyn Carolyn Connell USA - Wednesday, October 25, 2000 at 09:53:00 (EDT) better!! See you in about 3000 miles. Bob and Carol Cowan Robert Cowan Matthews, NC USA - Saturday, October 21, 2000 at 21:15:41 (EDT) Please e mail me any Saab service specials. I have a 1994 Saab se v-6 i know all mechanics hate them but i like it I recently had timing belt and pulleys changed needs filters and possibly clutch replace or cable very stiff clutch. kenneth litton abingdon, va USA - Tuesday, October 17, 2000 at 15:44:54 (EDT) I finally got to the website, Russ -- great job! I appreciate all of the help and wonderful service you, Cathy, and the others have provided me for the last three years. I'm counting on you all to keep my two Saabs ('93 9000 CSE and '99 9-3 SE conv.) on the road for the next ten years Paul Whitacre Charlotte, NC USA - Monday, October 16, 2000 at 14:16:18 (EDT) Hello Russ. Bruce Hoban Charlotte, NC USA - Friday, October 13, 2000 at 16:29:19 (EDT) HEY GUYS, WHAT'S HAPPENING? WHEN YOU SAY "REPUTABLE AFTER MARKET SUPPLIERS" I WAS WONDERING IF YOU COULD BE A LITTLE MORE SPECIFIC. JUST KIDDING ANYWAY COOL SITE, WHAT A GOOD LOOKING BUNCH, ESPECIALLY KATHY!!!! IT'S NICE TO PUT A FACE WITH THE VOICES OVER THERE. LOOK FOWARD TO TALKING TO YOU ALL SOON!!!!! SEE YA, DOMINIC DOMINIC COSTARELLA USA - Wednesday, October 11, 2000 at 20:25:32 (EDT) Beautiful website! We met a few weeks ago when I came in sharing the need for a technician, remember? Hope all are well and if you hear of anyone let us know! The above email address is my new home address and easiest to keep in contact. I love your email address! Suzanne Suzanne Santa Monica, CA USA - Friday, September 29, 2000 at 15:46:59 (EDT) Cool website guys!!!! thanks for the great service Angela Hubbard charlotte, NC USA - Thursday, September 28, 2000 at 08:45:54 (EDT) With three Saabs in the family fleet, The Swedish Garage has been a great support to me over the years. It's terrific to have Dennis join with Mike and Harry to give Russ and Cathy the best tech team in the entire world of Saab. We are very lucky to have such a dedicated and honest provider of this important service to all Saab lovers in the area. I look forward to many more years of your great work. Charlie Daul Matthews, NC USA - Thursday, September 21, 2000 at 14:07:06 (EDT) I saw (on the Internet). I went. I am pleased, very pleased find a great place to maintain my car. Larry Bowden Charlotte, NC USA - Thursday, September 14, 2000 at 20:39:22 (EDT) I sell pre-owned Saab 900 Convertibles, and trust the knowledge and integrity of the guys at the Swedish Garage to service them right... the first time!! Gene Pitzer <GTAutoEtowah@aol.com> Charlotte, NC USA - Tuesday, September 12, 2000 at 10:04:57 (EDT) you guys are the best. lord knows my '88 900 needs plenty of attention from kind, hard-working people like yourselves. thanks! cristin <cdonley@carolina.rr.com> - Thursday, September 07, 2000 at 12:27:39 (EDT) Russ Cleaton Rocks Joshua Levenson <josh_levenson@hotmail.com> Charlotte, NC USA - Tuesday, September 05, 2000 at 16:43:19 (EDT) We would like to thank everybody for visiting our site. Ed Garber has done just a super job of single-handedly putting this thing together and if it wasn't for him, there would not have been one. We are proud to have Dennis come aboard, he is a first-class guy, and a freind who has actually shown me a lot about Saabs. We really feel fortunate to have the caliber of people that have come with us, they are top-notch!! thanks everybody!!! Russ and Kathy Cleaton <cleaton@charlotte.infi.net> charlotte, nc USA - Friday, September 01, 2000 at 23:46:52 (EDT) I just wanted to say that I think Dennis Bennett is the greastest Saab Tech out there and you have a real winner. Now I am probably a little prejudice! Love you Den! PAM BENNETT <cbspur@trellis.net> Indian Trial, NC USA - Friday, September 01, 2000 at 09:49:02 (EDT) Russ, Mike and everyone - Thanks for going way beyond the call of duty. You guys saw my tricky repair problem through to a successful conclusion, and the car is running GREAT! I appreciate it and I'm looking forward to pulling off the dealer tag on the front of my 900 and replacing it with one of yours ( so I guess you better go ahead and order some). Mark Williams USA - Tuesday, August 29, 2000 at 23:22:43 (EDT) Just picked-up my car from my first service with Russ, et al. Great experience. R. Lovett USA - Tuesday, August 29, 2000 at 23:21:07 (EDT) |
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