Tiger Garage

European & Japanese Auto Repair

Lexus Auto Repair & Service for Princeton, NJ

Factory maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs for your Lexus.

Lexus Specialists

Your trusted Lexus mechanic in Princeton!

10+

European & Japanese makes serviced

Real Words / Real Owners

What Our Customers Say

4.5

Google Rating

“In town small shop with never than two mechanics in the shop when I was there, but the expertise, honest sharing of information, never push you into unnecessary repairs, don't have a full time secretary so sometimes hard to get on the phone when they are busy , but don't give up on it just because of phone not being answered immdiately, integrity and workmanship more than compensate for that...that is why they are busy so allow time if you want to get things done right... Beats experience I had with any of area dilership mechanics.”

Viktor Bek

Viktor Bek

May 2019 / Google

“I've been taking my car to them since 2019. Troy is really great mechanic who gives you thorough breakdown of all the work needed and explains everything throughout. Great small family business with honesty, fair prices and proper service!”

Marios Antoniou

Marios Antoniou

Jun 2024 / Google

“Honest non-corporate small local business, not particularly expensive, convenient location if you live in town. All experiences good so far!”

Jonathan Eckstein

Jonathan Eckstein

Nov 2021 / Google

Make Overview

Lexus Service Done Right, Without the Dealer Bill

Lexus builds these vehicles to tight tolerances, and keeping them running the way they should means using the right fluids, the right parts, and actually diagnosing the problem before touching anything. At Tiger Garage on Witherspoon Street in Princeton, that's exactly how we work. Troy gives every customer a clear breakdown of what the vehicle needs and why before any work starts. No guessing, no vague explanations, no surprises when you come to pick it up.

We work on the RX, ES, GX, NX, and other Lexus models. Services we handle include oil changes with the correct Toyota-spec synthetic, brake inspections and pad and rotor replacement, transmission fluid service, cooling system maintenance, suspension repairs, A/C diagnosis, and check engine light diagnostics. Lexus vehicles share their platform with Toyota, and we know both well. One customer who has been coming to us since 2019 put it simply: Troy gives a thorough breakdown of all the work needed and explains everything throughout. That's the standard we hold every visit to.

Common Lexus Issues We See

Higher-mileage RX and GX models often develop oil leaks around valve cover gaskets and can show wear in suspension components like struts and control arm bushings, especially on vehicles that have spent years on New Jersey roads. We also see brake wear come up on the heavier GX more often than owners expect given the mileage. On the ES and NX, cooling system components and oxygen sensors are worth watching as the miles add up. If your check engine light is on, we'll pull the codes and trace the actual cause rather than replacing parts based on the code alone. That approach saves you money and gets the diagnosis right the first time.

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Full Service Menu

All Lexus Services

13 services available for your Lexus, performed in-house.

Oil Change Services

Oil Change Services

Fast, honest oil changes for European and Asian vehicles using the right oil spec for your engine.

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Transmission Services

Transmission Services

Transmission diagnosis, fluid service, and repairs for automatic and manual vehicles.

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Battery & Electrical

Battery & Electrical

Battery testing, replacement, and electrical diagnosis for all makes we service.

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Cooling System & Radiator

Cooling System & Radiator

Cooling system inspection, coolant flushes, thermostat and radiator repair for European and Asian vehicles.

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Brake Services

Brake Services

Brake inspections, pad and rotor replacement, and brake system repairs done right the first time.

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Tire Services & Rotation

Tire Services & Rotation

Flat repairs, tire rotations, and pressure checks for all vehicles.

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Engine Repair & Diagnostics

Engine Repair & Diagnostics

Accurate engine diagnostics and repairs, from check engine lights to head gaskets.

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Suspension & Steering

Suspension & Steering

Suspension and steering repairs to keep your car driving straight and handling properly.

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A/C & Heating

A/C & Heating

A/C and heating diagnosis and repair to keep your cabin comfortable year-round.

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Exhaust Systems

Exhaust Systems

Exhaust inspection, repair, and replacement to keep your vehicle running cleanly and quietly.

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State Inspections & Emissions

State Inspections & Emissions

New Jersey state inspections and emissions testing, including out-of-state registered vehicles.

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Performance & Aftermarket

Performance & Aftermarket

Aftermarket parts installation and performance upgrades on the makes we specialize in.

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Fleet Service

Fleet Service

Scheduled maintenance and repairs for small business fleets in the Princeton area.

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