Road Trip Prep

by Citysearch Editors - 0 Reviews - 488 Lists

Updated: May 14, 2007

Is the open road calling your name? Before you head out of town, give your car a little TLC. From auto mechanics to car washes, put these Chicago favorites on your pre-trip to-do list.

On this page:Mechanics, Washes / Detailing, Rentals.

Mechanics

  1. 1 4 Star Rating: Recommended Frank's Auto Repair
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    3024 N. Clybourn Ave, Chicago, IL 60618 (map)

    Automotive repair shop, with a long local history, performs most services from oil changes to tune-ups to brakes.

  2. 2 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Expert Auto Center
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    5351 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60632 (map)

    Service cars and trucks with engine, brake, transmission and other general repairs, plus smog check, diagnostics, oil change and maintenance.

  3. 3 1 Star Rating: Poor Midas
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    158 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)

    The Midas Touch Maintenance Package involves a full work-over on your vehicle, ensuring its readiness for the road.

  4. 4 4 Star Rating: Recommended Firestone Tire & Auto Ctr
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    1550 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605 (map)

    Free visual inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and brake services take the hassle out of car maintenance.

Washes / Detailing

  1. 5 2.5 Star Rating: Below Average Gold Coast Car Wash
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    875 N Orleans St, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)

    A hand wash plus the options of a buff and wax, interior detailing and an engine clean will have your car in top shape for the trip ahead.

  2. 6 Wise Hand Car Wash
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    1811 W Wise Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193 (map)

  3. 7 3.5 Star Rating: Average White Glove Car Wash
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    1415 W Shakespeare Ave, Chicago, IL 60614 (map)

    For detailing, choose from serveral packages for either full service or exterior only.

  4. 8 2.5 Star Rating: Below Average Logan Square Car Wash
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    2436 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647 (map)

Rentals

  1. 9 Enterprise Rent-A-Car
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    201 West Madison St, 3Rd Floor, Chicago, IL 60606 (map)

    North America's largest rental car company boasts a fleet of more than 500,000 vehicles, including 120 different models. Long-term rentals are available.

  2. 10 Eagle Rider Motorcycle Rentals
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    1301 Harlem Ave, Berwyn, IL 60402 (map)

    Harley motorcycle rentals, guided tours, and one-way trips between franchise locations are available; also rents ATVs, jet skis and dirt bikes.

  3. 11 Avis Rent A Car
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    214 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60601 (map)