Meenan Transmissions

Fixed my transmission that no one else could.
My 2000 Ford Ranger has a standard transmission. The transmission wasn’t engaging. I had it briefly looked at by a local shop that said the transmission needed to be replaced. I took the truck to my mechanic and I was told that he could do the job for a couple hundred dollars less.
Well, 2400 dollars later the only thing I got was, ‘well the truck is just wearing out’. No refund for being unable to fix the issue, nothing.
I was so upset. I looked online and noticed the reviews for Meenan were very good. So, I took the truck over and John was great. He asked me the history of what I had done. He had his suspicions as to the issue but explained that he has a step by step procedure when looking for problems. After an hour the issue was found. A bracket to hold the clutch bar in place needed to be replaced. A couple of hours work and it was done.
I can’t afford a new truck and need to keep this one running for another five years.
I’ll only take my vehicles to Meenan for transmission work. You need transmission work? Take it to Meenan.
I’ll be leaving the garage I’ve used for over 35 years.

I had my vehicle (2007 Explorer) towed to Meenan on Sunday (their Google and Unilocal reviews influenced my decision to take it there). They took a look at it immediately on Monday and gave me an estimate. I mentioned that I need the vehicle back by this weekend as my job is dependent upon it, and John said that he will do his best. I will be updating this review throughout the process. So far, so good!

John Meehan was referred to me by my friend. Through all these years. I have not found a good technician, like Mr meehan. very informative explain in detail and layman’s terms. I would definitely recommend, John for your transmission problems.

I am writing this review because I am also in a public service business and I know how difficult it can be at times, I contacted John at the beginning of the summer to replace the clutch slave cylinder in my wife’s and my vehicle, unfortunately it requires the transmission to be dropped out of the vehicle I figured Meenan’s was most capable to handle the job, I was quoted more than $ 500.00 above the cost I was charged to have a specialty shop do the work, I also was treated pretty poorly over the phone by another trans. Shop in Doylestown by the owner saying that «he would rather not do my job» I wish I was in a position to turn away $ 1,500.00 jobs !! Anyway the work that John Meenan and his staff performed was very good, the slave cylinder and clutch work great, p. s. I had him replace the clutch with A Luk pro gold clutch and a G.M. Slave, John and his staff are great to deal with and we’re always professional and polite I would recommend them to anyone looking to have there vehicle worked on by a shop like theirs.

I have a 1997 Ford Explorer that I really have grown attached to. Also, I can’t afford a new car like this because they are now in the mid 40 K, whereas I spent something around 23 for my car back in the 1990’s. So when my transmission started growling around 50 mph, I thought I was going to be forced to buy a new car. Also, I didn’t have a clue who in the Eastern Montgomery Co area was a reputable and competent transmission service company. To cut to the chase, I took a shot with John Meenan in Willow Grove. He actually answers the phone and he is usually the first person you speak to. That, to me, spells good customer relations. A positive sign. Although the repairs took a week more than originally projected. I can tell you my car runs like new. I put nearly 500 miles on it prior to writing this review. But, having dealt with the man now, I am not worried that the trans is going to drop out on the turnpike. Because I’m pretty sure he’d take care of anything reasonable that came down the pike if it were anything to do with his work. Absolutely, I would go there again. In fact, he requested that I bring the car back in a couple of weeks just to check that everything IS going correctly. What else can you ask for? Prayers answered again! Good people work there, so I wouldn’t hesitate if I were you.

After a harrowing experience with a pot hole I was especially pleased with the attention and workmanship that my car experienced at John Meenan’s Transmission Service Co. The owner kept me informed of the problems and repairs as well as cooperating wth the insurance company. I was referred highly to them by the folks who have been repairing my car for 20 years. I would highly recommend John Meenan’s services at 900 Easton Road, Willow Grove. (review by Mabel C.)

As a master carpenter I have great respect for anyone who is at the top of their trade. Meenan transmission is definitely an example of one such business. My initial experience with them was top notch all the way. They rebuilt the transmission in my 99 F250 powerstroke for slightly less then the dealer could replace it with a factory transmission explaining in plain terms steps that they would take to improve it. I use the truck for hauling and trailering on a regular basis as I work all over Eastern Pennsylvania, so the idea of a strong transmission is very important to me. Despite this hard use the transmission that MEENAN built for me now has three times the mileage that I got out of the factory transmission and it is still going strong! I am back for routine service today and would recommend MEENAN to anyone.

Meenan’s came highly recommended to me by a co-​worker. Everything he said was on the mark. Spoke with John from Willow Grove center. Very friendly, professional, forth coming with information. Just get a good feeling that these guys are tops. Thats why they get the reviews they do, becasue they care and they stand by their work.

The dealer told me I needed a $ 1200 repair. I took it to Meenan, they drove and said it was fine. No charge, no hassle. That was in December. The car is still running smoothly for its new owners 6 months later. Thanks Meenan! I will def use you mug my new cat has a trans problem.

Since my last update, I’ve taken my wife’s Mazda 3 to John for a new clutch. Everything went smoothly and I’m very happy with the results.
A few days ago, I had an axle fail on the highway. When I got the car back to my house and crawled under it, I found it was the same one that had recently been replaced (3,500 miles) when I had my clutch done at Meenan. I called John and, despite the stated warranty of 90 days on labor, he told me he would do the labor for free and the part would be covered under the manufacturer’s warranty. The warranty on the part is all I expected, but John generously offered to do the labor for free as well.
Once again, I’m very pleased with the service and integrity of Meenan Transmission.

First experience was pretty good. I was referred in by my mechanic because I had a sick vibration although slight, the van was running fine other than the vibration. They were prompt, checked out the van and serviced it first vs. doing the bigger job to see if the servicing $ 125 could take care of the vibration. I appreciate that. The van was in and out within one week from when I called and was only there at the shop for one day of that week. Very good so far. Will update if we have to go back. My mechanic trusts them with their best customers [me].

Good and honest Auto mechanics do exist.
I had a bad exhaust on my A4 visiting a company in the area having driven from Washington DC. Was already having a bad day and had to mentally prepared to be ripped off by exorbitant charges of repair by any mechanic and possibly straying overnight in the area. Just called the the closest auto repair shop and of John agreed to look into my car. He showed me the broken exhaust and understanding my situation offered to give it a temp fix so that I could go back home the same day. He charged only $ 20. …really…i have only known repair shops charge more just to touch your car. I offered to pay $ 40 to show my gratitude and that he took care of it quickly. he still charged me $ 20.
Really happy to recommend them.