Auto repair shop · Battle Creek, MI · reviewed since 2011
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%80+43.6Reliability 24%78+18.9Value 14%85+12Replies to reviews 7%66+4.7Craft & service penalty89−1.1Experts Score= 78Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.78SCORE
BGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#526 of 707 auto repair shopsiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 26%
4.7★★★★★198 Google reviews · 1 photos
88%five-star reviews
4.88★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
2%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate Bailey Park Auto Service 4.7 out of 5 based on 198 reviews, noting that the owner responds to 56% of feedback. Customers frequently praise the shop for punctual service, clear communication, fair pricing, and proactive identification of additional vehicle issues during repairs. However, some low-star reviews criticize the business for charging standard labor hours for minor tasks, providing inaccurate diagnoses, and exhibiting rude customer service interactions.
Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 198 reviews (88% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 198 Google reviews (143 with written comments).
Owner responses: the business replied to 56% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 31, 2026.
Service: Auto Repair Shop serving Battle Creek, Michigan.
Data from Google, last updated November 2, 2026.
Score profile vs other auto repair shops
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and craft & service; weakest: replies to reviews.
Bailey Park Auto ServiceAuto Repair Shops median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Bailey Park Auto Service: 80/100 on this factor. Category median: 87.A
80
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Bailey Park Auto Service: 78/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.B
78
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Bailey Park Auto Service: 89/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
89
ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Bailey Park Auto Service: 85/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
85
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Bailey Park Auto Service: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Bailey Park Auto Service: 66/100 on this factor. Category median: 57.B
66
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Star ratings
198 Google reviews we collected
4.7of 5
5 stars17588%
4 stars116%
3 stars21%
2 stars21%
1 star84%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 143 written reviews
97%praise
Praise25197%
Complaints83%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
97%fair
Great price1421%
Reasonable4871%
Overpriced23%
Not sure46%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude5722%
Speed & response5120%
Price & value4317%
Quality & results4015%
Would recommend2911%
Honesty & trust2710%
Communication125%
What customers talk about
We read 143 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“I was treated with respect and had every confidence that the work was completed professionally.”
“The staff was also dismissive and rude when we questioned the diagnostic charge, even after we pointed out that no real inspection was done.”
“Exactly service, great prices, gets you in & out in a timely fashion.”
“They very friendly got my car back in a reasonable Amount of time very good place”
“THIS PLACE IS A TOTAL RIP OFF!”
“I had my vehicle's oil changed and check of other fluids plus a thorough inspection of the overall condition of the vehicle.”
“…ostics with the mechanic to finalizing my bill - customer service was 10/10!…”
“Would not recommend!”
“Always trust this place with any repairs that are done on my vehicle.”
“…nt above and beyond to help make sure that warranty was honored With communication with NAPA from Michigan to Texas.…”
People customers mention
Brian5 reviews
Andy3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Bailey Park Auto Service for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Norman8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 days ago★★★★★
I had my vehicle's oil changed and check of other fluids plus a thorough inspection of the overall condition of the vehicle.
I was treated with respect and had every confidence that the work was completed professionally.
I will be using this business in the future
Reasonable price
Robert2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 days ago★★★★★
Great service! Quick return! Spotted other things I knew about but didn’t ask for them to look into. Good quality work!
Chad2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★
They very friendly got my car back in a reasonable Amount of time very good place
Reasonable priceService not listed
Carrie2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★
Always trust this place with any repairs that are done on my vehicle. Fast service and friendly staff
Robert1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★
I came in to get my lights fixed. It appeared as though they where fixed. Later that night they started acting up again. I was able to get it back in the next day, and the problem was found.
Great priceService not listed
COURTNEY9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 weeks ago★★★★★
A few years ago, I use Bailey’s auto mechanic shop To be with my mother-in-law who was passing on hospice. Then my radiator gave out and I was stuck on the side of the road. I don’t remember the towing people, but they were amazing too. They were able to get me over to Bailey’s auto mechanic shop where They fixed My…
I had my vehicle's oil changed and check of other fluids plus a thorough inspection of the overall condition of the vehicle.
I was treated with respect and had every confidence that the work was completed professionally.
I will be using this business in the future
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Robert Lissner2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Robert has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Exactly service, great prices, gets you in & out in a timely fashion..
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: General repairs & maintenance, A/C installation & repair
Response from the owner · a week ago
Thanks, TopTierWayne! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience. I'm glad we could get your Chevy Equinox ready for the road. We look forward to seeing you again at Bailey Park Auto Repair!
Chad Bartlett2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Chad has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
They very friendly got my car back in a reasonable Amount of time very good place
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · a week ago
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review, Chad! We're glad we could help get your car back on the road quickly and that our team made your experience a positive one. We look forward to seeing you again and appreciate your business!
Greatest similus3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Greatest has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Thank you so much for the kind words and five-star review! We truly appreciate your business and are glad we could help. We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Carrie Lapekas2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Carrie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I came in to get my lights fixed. It appeared as though they where fixed. Later that night they started acting up again. I was able to get it back in the next day, and the problem was found.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you for choosing Bailey Park Auto Repair and for giving us the opportunity to resolve the issue with your lights. We appreciate your patience in bringing your vehicle back in so we could identify and address the problem. We're glad we could help get everything working properly for you.
COURTNEY Dobschensky9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews COURTNEY has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
A few years ago, I use Bailey’s auto mechanic shop To be with my mother-in-law who was passing on hospice. Then my radiator gave out and I was stuck on the side of the road. I don’t remember the towing people, but they were amazing too. They were able to get me over to Bailey’s auto mechanic shop where They fixed My radiator and I was able to go and spend time with my mother-in-law before she passed. Today my husband broke down, same issue radiator, even though the warranty with them had expired because it had Been some years The part still had warranty, they went above and beyond to help make sure that warranty was honored With communication with NAPA from Michigan to Texas. If this isn’t good customer service I don’t know what else is! Thank you Bailey’s auto mechanic shop for being there when I needed Help the most and today Y’all are the best! The Dobschenskys Family
Response from the owner · 4 weeks ago
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your kind words, Courtney. We're honored to have been able to help you during such a difficult time, and we're grateful for the opportunity to assist your family again recently. We truly appreciate customers like you who trust us with their vehicles.
riley bendle1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews riley has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.