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Motorcar Alternatives
We perform New Hampshire State Inspections at our facility – Please schedule an appointment for these services!
Self Check-in Kiosk for After Hours Drop-off
Auto Electrical
Motorcar Alternatives provides the best electrical auto service in Hooksett, hands down.
Heating & Air Conditioner Repair
For the best cooling and heating auto repair service in Hooksett, trust Motorcar Alternatives.
Engine Auto Service
When that check engine light comes on, it’s hard not to feel annoyed or even worried.
Maintenance & Auto Service
It’s a fact: regular, quality maintenance extends the life of your vehicle. It also gives you the peace of mind you need.
Exhaust Service
If you’re concerned about passing emissions or you already know your exhaust system isn’t what it should be, visit Motorcar Alternatives in Hooksett.
Get to know us
Our professional and caring team offers you years of combined expertise, providing you with a truly unique experience. We treat our auto professionals well because we value their skills and can-do attitude. We know our team sets us apart, saving you time and money, not to mention worry. When it comes to auto repair, we are totally confident that Motorcar Alternatives is the best option in town! Let us be your alternative!
Why Choose Motorcar Alternatives
For over 28 years Motorcar Alternatives has been there for the people of Hooksett. We love what we do, and that basic fact fuels our business. We are dedicated to our customers, and that’s why they stick with us—the best auto repair Hooksett has to offer.
- 3 Year/36,000 Mile Warranty on non-wear items
- Family Owned and Operated
- ASE Certified Master Technician
- Serving Hooksett, NH since 1996
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The Absolute Best Car Service in Hooksett, NH
Motorcar Alternatives
What sets Motorcar Alternatives apart from all of the others in Hooksett, NH?
Quality Service
We use the latest diagnostic equipment and high-quality parts to ensure your vehicle is repaired to the highest standards.
Experienced and Certified Technicians
Our technicians are highly skilled and certified professionals with years of experience in the auto repair industry. They have the expertise to diagnose and repair any problem your vehicle may have.
Customer Satisfaction
Our goal is to exceed your expectations and ensure your complete satisfaction with every visit.
Recently Serviced Vehicles
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2013 Toyota Avalon
Mileage99,333Service Date5/6/2025Services Performed- Includes OBD testing. _x_ Pass __ Fail __Corrected
- State Fees
- Every vehicle serviced has a pre-work and post work checklist performed to ensure quality service.
Bernie D. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/9/2025 -
2024 Subaru Ascent
Mileage11,611Service Date4/14/2025Services Performed- Includes OBD testing. _x_ Pass __ Fail __Corrected
- State Fees
- Every vehicle serviced has a pre-work and post work checklist performed to ensure quality service.
- This labor is to input the necessary information about your car into our computer system. We use this information to repair and order parts. This is only needed once when we first see your car.
- TP: _35___, WT:__89__, DPT:_30 w gask___, WL:__no___Tire Size:____2456018_____
Chip L. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/15/2025 -
2008 Honda CR-V
Mileage119,160Service Date4/9/2025Services Performed- Inspect for starting issue. Starter makes clashing noises during cranking. We move inspection plate and check flywheel. Flywheel has some lead in where but doesn't look terrible. Evidence suggests a defective starter.
- Every vehicle serviced has a pre-work and post work checklist performed to ensure quality service.
- Loaner
- Loaner Car Admin Fee
David F. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/11/2025 -
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Mileage160,318Service Date3/18/2025Services Performed- Inspect exhaust. Found rotted clamp and flange at pipe just before Center muffler. Recommend replacement of this pipe. Right side. See pics.
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Inspect belts and hoses. Check all lights.
- Sleeve Pipe between converter and muffler
- Replace RF Marker Lamp
- Every vehicle serviced has a pre-work and post work checklist performed to ensure quality service.
- Loaner
- Loaner Car Admin Fee
- This labor is to input the necessary information about your car into our computer system. We use this information to repair and order parts. This is only needed once when we first see your car.
- TP: _33___, WT:_110___, DPT:_20___, WL:___no__Tire Size:___2457017______
John V. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/21/2025 -
2024 Honda CR-V
Mileage5,588Service Date3/13/2025Services Performed- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Inspect belts and hoses. Check all lights.
- Inflate all tires to proper pressure. Inspect tires for wear and damage. Cursory inspection of all four brakes while tires are off. Clean and lubricate wheel studs. Torque all wheel nuts to manufacturers specifications. Cursory inspection of suspension components.
- Hide dashcam wire.
- Every vehicle serviced has a pre-work and post work checklist performed to ensure quality service.
- Loaner
- Loaner Car Admin Fee
Mary B. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/16/2025 -
2022 Jeep Gladiator
Mileage34,397Service Date2/21/2025Services Performed- Includes OBD testing. _x_ Pass __ Fail __Corrected
- State Fees
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Inspect belts and hoses. Check all lights.
- Every vehicle serviced has a pre-work and post work checklist performed to ensure quality service.
- This labor is to input the necessary information about your car into our computer system. We use this information to repair and order parts. This is only needed once when we first see your car.
- TP: __36__, WT:_130___, DPT:__20__, WL:_no____Tire Size:____2457517_____
Chip L. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/24/2025 -
2019 GMC Acadia
Mileage90,568Service Date1/31/2025Services Performed- Inspect for cause of check engine light. Light is on with three failure codes. Code p0138 High sensor voltage Sensor 2, P0420 catalyst system low efficiency, and code p2271 oxygen sensor signal stuck Rich Sensor 2. Road test and monitor sensors and fuel trims. Bank 1 sensor 2 is indeed erratic. Check for exhaust leaks. Found gasket at rear of bank 1 flex pipe leaking. This leak could interfere with bank 1 sensor 2 readings. Need to replace this gasket and eliminate exhaust leak possibility as a false positive. If exhaust leak is not creating a false positive, then Catalyst will be required. Road test again after repairing exhaust. Code P0420 and p0138 are fixed. Code p2271 returned. Inspect sensor. This sensor has recently been replaced however it is an aftermarket design. Install factory sensor and clear codes. Road test and recheck for failure codes. P2271 code did not return.
- EXHAUST PIPE GASKET – Remove & Replace
- Every vehicle serviced has a pre-work and post work checklist performed to ensure quality service.
- This labor is to input the necessary information about your car into our computer system. We use this information to repair and order parts. This is only needed once when we first see your car.
- TP: _35___, WT:__140__, DPT:_19___, WL:__no___Tire Size:___2356518______
- Loaner
- Loaner Car Admin Fee
Kathie C. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/2/2025 -
2012 Honda CR-V
Mileage88,266Service Date12/30/2024Services Performed- Includes OBD testing. __ Pass __ Fail __Corrected
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Inspect belts and hoses. Check all lights.
- Drain and refill transmission. Includes remove transmission pan only where necessary. Drain fluid and clean filter when accessable. Install pan if removed and fill with appropriate fluid. Road test for proper operation.
- Check brake fluid for moisture and contamination. Inspect all hydraulic line and hoses. Inspect calipers and wheel cylinders. Inspect master cylinder and cap. Flush entire brake system including master cylinder, calipers, wheel cylinders until clean.
- DIFFERENTIAL FLUID – Drain & Refill – AWD
- Checked Air-some tires up a little and some down a little-about 3-4 psi -should not be enough for a light Rd tested and light went out Checked sensors with tpms tool Rh sensors are not reading Lh sensors are slow to read Rec 4 sensors
- Replace Air Filter
- Every vehicle serviced has a pre-work and post work checklist performed to ensure quality service.
Richard O. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/1/2025 -
2013 Ford Explorer
Mileage157,233Service Date12/16/2024Services Performed- Mount & Balance 4 Snow Tires provided by customer.
- Inspect the cause of check engine light. Light is on with small evaporative emission system leak code and also p1450 unable to bleed vacuum. Inspect evaporative emission system for leaks. Found leaks at both sending units top of tank and also add fuel filler neck. Will need new fuel filler neck and fuel tank removed to inspect/ repair. May need sending units, O-rings or fuel tank or any combination there above. Will not know extent until fuel tank is pulled.
- Every vehicle serviced has a pre-work and post work checklist performed to ensure quality service.
Laurie F. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/17/2024 -
2013 Ford Fiesta
Mileage83,592Service Date12/9/2024Services Performed- Includes OBD testing. __ Pass __ xFail __Corrected
- Inflate all tires to proper pressure. Inspect tires for wear and damage. Cursory inspection of all four brakes while tires are off. Clean and lubricate wheel studs. Torque all wheel nuts to manufacturers specifications. Cursory inspection of suspension components.
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Inspect belts and hoses. Check all lights.
- ENGINE OR TRANSMISSION MOUNT – Remove & Replace – Engine Mount,Front
- FUEL TANK STRAP – Remove & Replace
- Every vehicle serviced has a pre-work and post work checklist performed to ensure quality service.
Dan H. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/11/2024 -
2020 Chevrolet Express 3500
Mileage55,102Service Date11/25/2024Services Performed- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Inspect belts and hoses. Check all lights.
- Replace RH Headlamp
- Replace LH Headlamp
- Every vehicle serviced has a pre-work and post work checklist performed to ensure quality service.
- Loaner
- Loaner Car Admin Fee
John E. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/28/2024 -
2013 Honda Accord
Mileage137,366Service Date10/8/2024Services Performed- Includes OBD testing. __ Pass __ Fail _x_Corrected
- Includes replace front brake pads with first quality units. Replace wheel seals if equipped. Replace rotors unless otherwise specified. Remove brackets and sandblast all rust. Paint brackets to slow corrosion. Grease wheel bearing when applicable. Replace any necessary hardware. Lubricate slides or pins. Apply antisqueal compound. Torque wheels to manufactures specifications. Road test for safe and proper operation.
- Mount & Balance 2 Tires
- TIRE DISPOSAL
- Every vehicle serviced has a pre-work and post work checklist performed to ensure quality service.
- Loaner
- Loaner Car Admin Fee
Bill H. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/10/2024
Contact Us Today for an Auto Repair Estimate
We are ready to get to the heart of any problems with your vehicle’s performance. Stop by for a thorough auto repair estimate that includes a detailed inspection, and cost and timeframe details. We offer some of the best rates in the business. We take pride in our auto repair estimates in Hooksett, so stop by and find out why! Schedule an appointment today so we can earn your trust and your business.
Hours
Mon-Fri : 8am-5pmSat-Sun : Closed
Address
Motorcar Alternatives
191 Londonderry Turnpike
Hooksett, NH 03106-1938
(603) 837-6292 Text Capable
(978) 986-4214 Text Capable
