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Bridgetown North auto repair

Bridgetown North sits along Glenway Avenue and Bridgetown Road, toward the Western Hills grade. For Bridgetown North auto repair, the shop is south of that, on Cheviot Road.

Bear Car Care technician connecting AC gauge hoses to a car engine

Off Glenway

Hood up at 5700, not on Bridgetown Road

Bridgetown North runs along Glenway Avenue and Bridgetown Road toward the Western Hills grade. The shop is not on Glenway. This car is in the Cheviot bay with the hood up and a front wheel off. The day can stay on Glenway while the shop collects the car, or the driver can bring it to 5700.

Serving Cincinnati since 1948 5700 Cheviot Rd Weekdays 7:30am to 5:00pm Pickup and return

Glenway and Bridgetown Road, not Cheviot Road

Bridgetown North is northeast of Bear Car Care. Glenway Avenue and Bridgetown Road are the streets. The Western Hills grade is the drive people mean when they say the hill. The shop itself is at 5700 Cheviot Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45247, which is not on Glenway. A Bridgetown North car gets there by pickup, or by a driver who is already heading toward Cheviot.

Treating this like Cheviot would be wrong. Cheviot customers can see the building from Cheviot Road. Bridgetown North customers should not be told the shop is around the corner.

Grades, heat, and the repairs that follow

Downhill traffic and summer heat are the local pattern. Brakes work harder on a grade than they do on a flat mile of Cheviot Road. Brake repair is the inspection, the pads, the rotors, and the fluid.

Air conditioning fails in the same season those grades are slow. Car AC repair is diagnosis and repair of the system, at the Cheviot Road shop, with the car returned to Bridgetown North.

A transmission that hesitates on the grade stays in the same building. Transmission repair runs from an adjustment to a larger repair. The shop will say which one the car actually needs.

Everything else mechanical

Oil change with fluid checks and a digital report.

Fleet service for vans that run Bridgetown and Western Hills all week.

Start at services if the job is not listed the way you would name it. No dollar amounts are on this page.

Which published page is actually next door

Cheviot is the shop. Westwood is east, over Harrison Avenue, and shares the Western Hills side of the map more than Dent does. Dent is the Harrison Avenue west side. The index is service area.

Keep the day on Glenway, or point the car at Cheviot

Bridgetown North does not share a street with the front door. Glenway Avenue and Bridgetown Road stay on their side of the Western Hills grade. When the day is already aimed at Cheviot Road, the driver leaves the car at 5700 between 7:30am and 5:00pm on a weekday. When the day stays on Glenway, the shop collects the car at the Bridgetown North address and let the shop take the hill.

Downhill stops are the local reason to check pads and brake fluid before a flat-road shop would. Slow summer traffic on that climb is a usual time for the cabin to stop cooling. A shift that hangs while the car is climbing belongs in the bay, where the shop can tell an adjustment from a larger repair. The inspection link goes out by text or email once that look is finished.

Vans that cover Bridgetown and Western Hills all week can sit on fleet service, with oil changes handled at the Cheviot Road shop on purpose rather than after a breakdown. There is no second set of bays on Glenway.

Reviews

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5.0
Based on 104 Reviews
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Julie Wagner
July 22, 2026

Did an amazing job. Quick, fairly priced and easy to deal with! Will definitely return.

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Joe Heyob
April 29, 2026

They are the best!

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Chiara Contessa
April 17, 2026

Took my car in for a grinding noise, another place quoted me to replace my breaks/ rotors. Bear Car Care let me know it was just a pebble stuck between the rotor and shield. Thankful for their honesty and would come again!

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Valor
March 31, 2026

Absolutely the best mechanic experience I've ever had every time

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Paul Maffey
March 11, 2026

Bear is our family's go-to for all of our vehicles. The communication is straight-forward and the people there are top-notch.

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Coasting33
March 4, 2026

Service is excellent!? They really stand behind the warranty! This is my go to mechanic.

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Drew Karwisch
February 24, 2026

Very fast and efficient work. Done within a day and very professional and polite.

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Beth Jones
February 19, 2026

We always know we will get great service at Bear Car Care! They are always trustworthy, honest, and efficient. It’s such great knowing we can count on Andrew and Trevor to take care of our cars with integrity and professionalism. They take the time to explain what’s needed, never push unnecessary services, and get the job done quickly with lots of communication.

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Scott Leranth
February 13, 2026

Picking up and dropping off my vehicle is a game changer!

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Michael Spears
January 15, 2026

Always reliable, honest, and reasonably priced.

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Samuel Lawton
January 8, 2026
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Marcia Mercurio
January 2, 2026

Service was great, but the lights were left on in the car, switched from auto to on, and it smelled of smoke in the car. Good thing the battery still had enough to start it! That's never happened before! I didn't see a bill for this service though. Was there a charge?

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Susan Robben
December 31, 2025

Bear Car Care is the best place to have your car care in Cincinnati!!!!!!!!!!! Always honest and great prices!!!!!!!!!! I won't take my car to any other auto repair shops!!!!!

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Derek Scott
December 3, 2025

Fast and reliable. Very easy to deal with. I will use them going forward for any vehicle issues

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bob richey
November 27, 2025

Reasonable pricing, quality work you can trust

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Tony Isgro
November 9, 2025

I had the engine in my truck replaced at Bear Car Care and couldn’t be more satisfied with the experience. The team provided excellent service, fair pricing, and completed the work in a timely manner. Communication was clear throughout the process, and the quality of their work speaks for itself. Highly recommend Bear Car Care for anyone needing reliable and professional automotive service.

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Emma Lawson
November 5, 2025

Bear Car Care made it so easy to have my oil changed! They also did a thorough inspection, and I really like how they sent photos of issues/recommendations. The pickup and drop-off is super convenient, and the process was seamless from start to finish!

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David Campbell
October 25, 2025
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tony nalley
October 17, 2025

I enjoy patronizing local businesses that provide excellent service and communication.

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Ashley Paige
October 15, 2025

Highly recommend! + Super convenient for 1 car household to have car picked up and dropped off + Efficient Service turnaround time + Informative inspection notes and pictures to inform decisions + Straightforward pricing (no salesly gimmicks or trying to upsell you on things you dont need) + Easy approval for services and pay system + Professional Team throughout

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JOHN JORDAN
October 15, 2025

The service was amazing. Having my car picked up and returned to have it worked on!! That's amazing!

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Aaron Ziegler
October 6, 2025

Honest

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Tammy R
September 20, 2025

One of the most honest places to take your car. Prices are very reasonable. Communication is 💯 with these guys from drop off to pick up.

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James Hamner
September 13, 2025

Came in with a loud exhaust; they very quickly determined thta some of the hardware holding the exhaust together had come loose and fallen off; they fixed the problem within the estimate and in a timely manner; this is my second time having something repaired by them and I will definitely use them for any future problems that may arise

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Zach Winning
September 10, 2025
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Danielle Patton
September 5, 2025

Bear Car Care has been servicing my vehicle for years and they're the only place I'd choose to take care of my car. They're well priced, incredibly knowledge, and always very courteous. Thank you BBC, you're the best!

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Leah
August 22, 2025

It's hard to find an honest shop that is local and won't nickel and dime you for everything. So glad my brother recommended this place!

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Susan Robben
August 7, 2025

Best place to have your car repairs!!! Honest mechanics and great pricing!!! I recommend Bear Car Care to everyone I know!!!!

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hudson lubwama
August 1, 2025

These guys are great. Very good at communicating with you. Very honest people.

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Jacklyn Schulkers
July 17, 2025

Worked on My Air Conditioning Did a Great Job !

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Hannah Steinman
April 7, 2025

These guys are great. Very good at communicating with you as far as what's happening. They were patient with me when I had questions and they gave me the information I needed to make informed decisions about what to do with my car. I will be a return customer here for certain, and I highly recommend others consider giving them a try as well.

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Derrick Kyle
August 20, 2024

They do amazing work at an affordable rate.

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Tad Timon
June 26, 2024

These guys are awesome. EVERY time I have taken any vehicle to them it has been a pleasure. Each repair is quoted and completed in the time frame promised. The ability to pay online and drop off and pickup outside of business hours is a must for me. I could not be more pleased with the service and honesty provided by Trevor and Andrew each time we are there.

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Ray Heyob
March 20, 2024

Straight shooters with great service and communication

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Jessica Spartin
September 21, 2023

I am consistently impressed by the service at Bear Car Care. I have been having my cars serviced with Bear Car Care for 5+ years now and won't go anywhere else for my car needs. Most recently (Sept 2023), I have had a frustrating indicator light issue that was tough to resolve. Trevor went above and beyond on each visit explaining the ins and outs of what was happening, including what to expect if the situation wasn't resolved. By far, Andrew and his staff are the most professional, knowledgeable, communicative, and affordable car mechanics in the area.

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Sour J
May 11, 2023

Very honest mechanic told him I thought my wheel bearing was failing and he informed me my car was all good after inspection and didn't charge me ! Very polite as well

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Joe Charbel
May 11, 2023
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Megan Patrick
May 6, 2023

First time using Bear Car Care and I am super impressed! They picked up my car right on time, sent details about what they were doing and then brought the car back. I've never had a better car maintenance experience in my life!

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josie cloughessy
April 11, 2023

I love this place! If any of my friends ever has a problem with their car I tell them to go here. Trevor and Andrew worked with me to find out what was wrong with my car and then helped me fix it. They picked my car up for me while I was at work and they dropped it off just a few hours later with no more squeaky brakes! I am beyond satisfied with the services provided, my experience in the process, and the price of everything. 1,000,000,000,000,00/10 stars!!!!!!!!!!!

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leelee Kennedy
March 11, 2023

Fast service helpful advice!

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Dan Engen
February 7, 2023

First time customer and was really WOW'd by Andrew and his team!! They did an amazing job trouble shooting my tire issue; ordered, installed new tires and completed an oil change in one day. Bear Car Care also looked over the rest of my car and made suggestions on items that may need attention in the future. Not once did they push any unnecessary service. And the icing is they picked up, serviced and returned the car all within a few hours! Thanks Andrew!!

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Marcus Henry
January 6, 2023

Great place for all your automotive service and repair. I wouldn’t let any other shop take care of my daughter’s car but Bear Care.

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Tim Lawson
November 12, 2022

Bear gets it. None of this talk about stuff you don't need. Always done timely and as promised!

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Gina Horner
November 7, 2022

I refuse to go anywhere else for service because they are the best! Bear Car Care will come pick up my car while I'm at work and bring it back to me. It's so easy. They also give me live updates on what's going on with my car, including pictures showing me that parts will need to be replaced soon. You can always count on Bear Car Care, which is why I don't go anywhere else!

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Barbara Kostelnik
October 13, 2022

I have a 1999 SUV, and, although it has more wrong with it, all I wanted done is one window fixed (it would not go up). BTW, I love their drop-off and pick-up options! I chose drop-off, because they're only about 2 blocks from my house. I dropped it off in the late morning and it was done that afternoon! Everyone tells me the labor charge and overall price was very reasonable. Now I can drive the old bomb when it's cold or raining! I'll be going back there if I have other vehicle repair needs!

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Michael Teed
August 9, 2022

Always has the best service. They document everything with pictures too and actually only suggest things you need, with proof. It's hard to find an honest mechanic and this is one of the few! Also, the pickup service is a true work of art that makes it super convenient to get everything done!

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L Smith
June 13, 2022

BearCare has always been my favorite place to go, time efficient, knowledgeable, kind and always willing to help as soon as they can just to keep me and my family safe!

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Hannah Jenkins
April 19, 2022

Great shop. They know what they're doing, they don't recommend unnecessary add-ons, their prices are reasonable, and they're always very helpful and friendly. Plus their pick-up/drop-off option is super fantastic and makes life so much easier.

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Amy Walsh-Kuenneke
December 12, 2021

Great

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Sarah B
November 29, 2021

Andrew and team were amazing! They were super honest and fair. I feel silly for never going there before with car problems.

Hours off Glenway

Shop hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm. The phone at 5700 Cheviot Rd is (513) 922-6594.