I needed a SMOG check done and I have an older car (1991). I went to several places before finding Ace Auto Complete, who gladly performed the SMOG check. Other places didn't seem to want to do the SMOG check on my older car and gave me excuses like, "we have to recalibrate the equipment we use for older cars first" or "our equipment for older cars isn't working" or "our computer is down." I also liked that Ace Auto Complete has a waiting area inside their service area, so you won't have to sit out and bake in the hot sun like at some other SMOG check places. Also I thought their fee was reasonable ($60 total). read more

I've been going to this place for years and Frank is amazing! He always delivers. I've recommended several friends and they have all been very satisfied. Frank never over charges and is so honest and wonderful. I'm so Lucky to have found this place. read more

Frank & the team at Ace Auto Complete are the best shop in town! Prices are fair & the work holds up. You won't find a more trustworthy & reliable mechanic anywhere. This shop is my one stop for all my auto mechanic needs. From transmission work to an oil change, go to Ace Auto Complete and speak to Frank. You'll be in great hands. read more

These guys are very reasonably priced and genuinely good people. I've used them thrice the most recent being a dented side door which they fixed and looks great! I can't recommend these guys enough. They're our go to... read more

I went to ace auto complete for an oil change. Frank the owner was super helpful and friendly. He is the most knowledgeable and informative mechanic i know by far. My oil change was done in 30 min or less ! He even kept me company while I waited for my car to have service. I'll definitely come go back here if i need to service my car. read more

Horrible service. Seemed to do a good job on my brakes but I quickly noticed they knocked my car out of alignment. They refused to take responsibility or even take it to be aligned at any kind of discount. Very cheap but very low quality service. And they don't have the gear to fix their mistakes so be ready to fix their mistakes yourself. read more

These guys are amazing! Incredibly honest and NICE. They were able to help me right away and gave me a very good price. I did a little shopping around too. They took very good care of my baby, and I will definitely return. read more

Thank you Frank and Ace Auto! Five stars! Couldn't be nicer and more professional and even took my car in after closing time and was patient enough to explain to me exactly what was wrong. On top of that, he fixed my car for a great price ... and did a great job!!! read more

I was refured to bobbys auto witch is in the same place as ace auto he lied and said his nname was bobby and gave me very bad service ripped me off my car is running worst than it ever has then I went to bobbys auto and he fixed for a very reasonable price I advise you all to not go to ace autos go to bobbys auto he's the best read more

I needed an inspection on an Slk Mercedes Benz that was used that I wanted to buy. Since I live in Santa Barbara I contacted Frank at Ace automotive and he was very accommodating, and said to bring it in the next day. Frank did a thorough job, even test driving the car! He found a problem with the motor mounts and several other things of lessor consequence, provided a written report which was very helpful in finalizing the sale. I was impressed with Frank's honesty, knowledge and reasonable price for this service, and would definitely recommend his business to those in need of repairs. All of his employees were very kind and respectful as well. read more

These guys are great: honest, straight-forward, no BS. My brakes were squealing for about a week, so I knew I needed new ones. I first went to Just Tires in Culver City. 20 minutes later, the guys at Just Tires are telling me I need new brakes and rotors all around. Something didn't seem right so I did not have the work performed there. Feeling like I was being taken for a ride, I looked up brakes service places on Yelp and found ACE. The reviews were already really good so I figured I'd give them a shot. Sure enough, this place is awesome. I brought my car in at about 1:00. They were busy so I knew they weren't going to be able to get to my car right away, but they had it finished by 4:00. (Fortunately I work close-by, so I just walked back to work.) I did, in fact, need new brakes all around (which I expected). However, the rotors were fine! They measured the rotors and they were absolutely fine. Saved me about $300-$400 right there. Their pricing is pretty reasonable - about $300 for new brakes on all four wheels (I drive an Accord). More importantly, however, I drove off feeling totally certain that they didn't rip me off. I'm not a car guy. I'm in corporate finance... an office nerd, and my knowledge of cars is pretty limited. I'm definitely coming back here when I need something else done. I recommend talking to Frank. He's the guy who took care of my car and he's awesome. Really nice guy. Alright, have a good day everyone! read more

Frank has won me over for life of my car. He is an expert...let me repeat, an expert. Everyone there seems to know EXACTLY what they do.They know everything about your car and then will know things you dont know....but should know. Frank is honest, fair and smart. I will bring my Honda Element to him for everything. Even the oil change counts. read more

I highly recommend this auto repair place. I was IN LA last Saturday 6/18 when the "do not drive" and engine warning lights came on--and I pulled into this shop late Sat afternoon without an appointment. Frank and Jorges helped me right away--they checked the car, reset the warning lights (to normal) and made me more comfortable about the safety of driving my daughters back to San Francisco. They were courteous and knowledgeable and didn't take advantage of someone who didn't know much about car problems. I was stressed and trying not to panic, since I don't know LA and we were about to get on the highway headed North. They didn't even charge me for their time and expertise. Those are the kind of mechanics you can trust. I would definitely go back. read more

Frank is awesome.....excellent work AND... above and beyond outstanding customer service. We were very impressed with the level of professionalism and the gracious way we were treated. Someone referred us for smog related problem. Our car went from "gross polluter" (1994 BMW 750 il 12 cylinder) to passing with flying colors and fixing everything along the way. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! read more

Ace Auto Complete is amazing. I had a Chevy Cobalt that had some work done at the dealership for a recall... they said I needed a new engine - which I knew was just ridiculous - and they were going to charge me 800 just to diagnose it. I had it towed to Ace Auto Complete and after 2 days they let me know it was the fuse box, another 2 days the part came in and in 2 more days it was fixed... for 400 total. These guys are amazing - I bought a new car and they are my go to for everything - Luckily for now just routine work and oil changes. read more

I've been using Ace Auto exclusively for 8 years. Fair and honest pricing with great service. Frank and Miguel are simply the best.