About Star Auto Authority, Inc.
Star Auto Authority was founded as C&M Auto Service in 1984, when Chuck Hartogh and Mike Starovich purchased Bill's Texaco in Glenview from Mike's father, who was retiring after 40 years. They decided to focus solely on automotive service and relocated the business to the former Jennings Chevrolet and Wigglesworth Volvo showroom in Glenview, IL. The 11-bay, 5,500-square-foot repair facility opened on April 1, 1985.
After 15 successful years, the company opened a second, larger location on October 8, 2001 in Vernon Hills. The 22-bay, 24,000-square-foot facility set a new standard for independent automotive repair facilities. After more than a decade, our customers are still amazed by how immaculate, spacious and bright the facility is.
Mike and Chuck made a move in early 2007 to experience the thrill of sole ownership: They separated C&M Auto Service into two companies. In January 2007, Mike took the helm in Vernon Hills, and Chuck took the reigns in Glenview.
In July 2008, C&M Auto Service in Vernon Hills stepped into the next phase of its history, debuting a modern, fresh name and brand identity: Star Auto Authority, Your Vehicle Service Experts.
In August of 2011, we added our Collision Center business to our services offered and that business has grown steadily ever since.
Top Services
- Air Conditioning Recharge
- Alternator Replacement
- Brake Pad and Rotor Replacement
- Catalytic Converter Replacement
- Scheduled Maintenance Service
- Timing Chain Replacement
- Transmission Fluid Services
- Transmission Repair
- Turbocharger Replacement
- Water Pump Replacement
Top Vehicles Serviced
- Acura
- Audi
- BMW
- Honda
- Hyundai
- Jeep
- Mazda
- Mercedes-Benz
- Nissan
- Subaru
- Toyota
- Volkswagen
Services Offered
- Air conditioning diagnosis
- Air conditioning recharge
- HVAC blower motor
- Brake master cylinder
- Brake pad replacement
- Brake rotor Replacement
- Brake shoe replacement
- Radiator replacement
- Vehicle exterior wash
- Vehicle interior detail
- Brake system diagnosis
- Check engine light diagnosis
- Diagnose my vehicle
- Electrical system diagnosis
- Catalytic Converter replacement
- Oxygen sensor replacement
- Engine mount replacement
- Timing Chain replacement
- Turbocharger replacement
- Water Pump replacement
- Exhaust replacement
- Muffler replacement
- Fuel pump replacement
- Fuel system repairs
- Hybrid battery replacement
- Hybrid inverter assembly
- Ignition system diagnosis
- Coolant system flush
- Drive belt replacement
- Engine oil and filter change
- Minor/external transmission service
- Serpentine / drive belt
- Spark plug replacement
- Timing belt replacement
- Tire rotation
- Alternator replacement
- Battery replacement
- Starter replacement
- Suspension ball joint
- Wheel alignment
- Tire replacement
- Axle shaft oil seal replacement
- Transmission diagnosis
- Transmission repair
- Valve body service
Vehicles Serviced
- Acura
- Audi
- BMW
- Buick
- Cadillac
- Chevrolet
- Chrysler
- Dodge
- Fiat
- Ford
- GMC
- Honda
- Hummer
- Hyundai
- INFINITI
- Isuzu
- Jaguar
- Jeep
- Kia
- Land Rover
- Lexus
- Lincoln
- Mazda
- Mercedes-Benz
- Mercury
- Mini
- Mitsubishi
- Nissan
- Oldsmobile
- Plymouth
- Pontiac
- Porsche
- Ram
- Saab
- Saturn
- Scion
- Smart
- Subaru
- Suzuki
- Toyota
- Volkswagen
- Volvo
Amenities
- Early drop off
- Shuttle service
- Loaner car
- Free wifi
- Wait on site
Other Amenities
Collision Center, Detailing Department, Fleet Services, and Financing options
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