The owner was great! I've been trying to go for the past two weeks and I think the business shut down:( they had great prices so disappointing read more

I was getting alert on my car about the coolant level being low. I didn't want to mess with it on my own so stopped by here as it was one of the few places still open in the late afternoon on a Saturday at 4pm. Didn't catch the name of the employee who helped but he checked and said I was the second person to come in about the same issue. Prob due to heat and needing to run the AC. He filled up my coolant and didn't even charge! I still gave him some cash for helping a girl out but appreciate the customer service. Any future car issues I would definitely be willing to come back. read more

Fast, friendly service! I had a low tire pressure symbol pop up on my dashboard on my way to work. I passed by to get my PT cruiser checked out. The owner was very helpful and helped me fix the problem in less than five minutes. He did this free of charge and said I was welcome to pass by anytime I needed anything else. It's a very very narrow and small shop, so I advise parking outside until they can squeeze you in but overall a great shop!! Thank you! read more

Al's Auto Center - Auto Repair Near Me - Pasadena, California

Woke up with a flat tire. They were open on Sunday which was very nice. Took off the tire, patched it, and I was out in 15 minutes. Price was also very reasonable. Highly recommended. read more

Don't recommend didn't put my rack and pinion right they moved my car to another shop without my consent and when I got there to pick up my car they tried to say they put my rack opinion together so I paid them went to go get an alignment done and now my car doesn't work because we're never they took my car they didn't put my rack opinion right read more

I asked about a clicking noise when I make right turns. I was assisted by Mechanic Agustin who was very professional, and knowledgeable. I'm amazed at his work skills and appreciate his honesty. I was charged reasonably and had my car fixed within 2 hours. Happy NEW Customer! read more

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Knowledgeable and fair pricing. Excellent tire service compared to the bigger stores

Charged me $20 for screwing my splash guard back onto my car. Yeah I won't be back. There are much better and fairly priced mechanics out there. read more

Yep he's honest and that is why I'll be coming back. Great mechanic at a great price so that's awesome.

Went in to patch a leak in a tire and they were friendly, quick, and reasonably priced!

This place is great. I go there for oil changes and they never upsell me on anything. They are friendly and don't talk down to women like other places my wife has gone to. read more

Poor labor and service totally not worth it! Won't be going back there no more. So many options out there.

Amazing service!! My husband's car wouldn't start on a Sunday and we needed to get it towed somewhere that could get it in and fixed to be driven Monday morning to work. Mechanic was very transparent with what he believed needed to be fixed and confirmed it would be ready to pick up same day! We picked up his car a few hours later and the pricing was really good, especially considering it's one of the only local shops open on Sunday! Absolutely help us start our week out on the right foot. Thank you!! read more

It's weird because I was happy that they took my car due to no other mechanics willing to handle my electrical issue. My problem is that they've kept my car for 3 weeks without really putting any work into it. They've given me a quote that I paid for which I've found out later was not needed. When I got my car back, there was scratches on it when they've pushed it to a wall, the tires had damage thst I didn't have when I gave it to them. To make a long story short. Another mechanic fixed my issue for $160 vs. this shop charging me a total of $800. I guess that's how thing work in Pasadena. Mechanics think people will pay for anything. SMH read more

Got a nail in my self-sealing tire today. Augustine and his crew fixed it quicky and at a very fair price. Highly recommended!

I came here for a tire patch! Super quick and easy! And a great price! I don't normally leave reviews but I felt the need to give Al 5 stars!!! read more

Kind and honest workers willing to help and sincere in helping get the car up and running again.

It was recommended to me but they are closed on Tuesdays please update your hours (Came for an alignment) read more

On our way to a meeting, we experienced a tire problem. Thankfully, we were just moments away from Al's Auto Center, who stopped whatever he did and helped us immediately. What a great guy - and what a fantastic service. Highly recommended! read more

I ripped off my rear bumper the day before a cross country trip. They fixed it right away on a Sunday afternoon. Awesome folks!!!

Professional, honest, fast and friendly service Definitely Recommended to anyone looking honest service without stress read more

Fast, honest, and reliable. I'm coming back with my mom's car. It's that solid kind of place. I got my brakes done. He's honest.

My tire blew on the freeway and Al's was able to help me right away. Within an hour of the tire going flat, I was driving out of Al's with two fresh tires. The team was quick, efficient, and straightforward. No one tried to upsell me on anything -- they just saw what I needed/what I was asking for and delivered. I'll definitely be back! read more

My oil change was done incredibly fast. The best part? I wasn't told my car needed 10 other services. I'm so used to Auto shops seeing a woman walk in the door and trying to convince her she needs new parts for everything that when I go to these places I'm ninja ready to say no. Well, I didn't struggle with that here. They checked out my car, gave me the price for the oil change and knocked it out in 15 minutes. Will definitely be returning. The entrance is easy to miss so keep an eye out. If you have to wait, there are two parking spaces inside or street parking available. There is also a waiting room inside. read more

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Al's Auto Center is awesome!!! I gave them a call Sunday morning, and they said they could do my oil change in half an hour and at a great price for synthetic oil! We dropped my car off and we went to target down the street, came back and my car was done! Easy peasy! They were very nice and got me in and out of there no problem and open on Sundays! Great Customer Service Fast and well priced read more

wouldn't recommend if you're a girl, called them & asked for their pricing & it was decent until i showed up & they told me a higher amount than what they said on the phone. i left because i knew i could probably get it cheaper somewhere else & somewhere where they don't take advantage. & as i was leaving their male workers were making me super uncomfortable by just staring at me struggle as i was trying to leave. read more

Now this is GREAT service after being turned away from the local Pep Boys. We called them at Al's literally mins before closing! They not only repaired our tire inside of ten mins they also only charged us $20 and were beyond kind and helpful!!! We're definitely coming back for other work read more

Pretty good service, I had my brake pads repaired. One thing about mechanics they always try to find something wrong... like just do what I came in for. Overall pretty good, friendly mechanics read more

Found Al's Auto center on Yelp, I was looking to get my oil pressure sensor replaced on my 2013 Cadillac Escalade. Spoke with Augustine a great guy that took care of me, charged me only 175 dollars labor and I purchased the part. Two other mechanics around the area was charging me 400 & 700 for the same repair, I will definitely come back to Al's Auto center for future repairs, highly recommend. read more

Charged $300 for front brake job and $280 for rear brake job on an old Honda. $580 later and I definitely left the garage feeling like I was getting fleeced yet again. As I tried to leave I pressed the brake and the pedal, literally, went all the way to my floorboard. Something wasn't right so I asked what's going on and they said they check it out. After waiting another 20 minutes, they sent me on my way without acknowledging their errors. They seemed not to care and just wanted me to leave. Apparently, they didn't even test drive it around the block to check their handiwork. Why would I go back for any future repairs? That's just bad business. It's a shame too bc I would've kept coming back to this place, but not after this experience. No bueno! read more

Was absolutely an excellent service my wife and I received!! Our Fiat was idling real hard, then the check engine light started flashing. I called the shop and Augustine said it was okay to drive to the shop as it was just misfiring. From there I was already in his trust. He talked to me and within a few minutes he had already diagnosed the problem! He asked me to just walk to AutoZone down the street, pickup four spark plugs and two ingnition coils. I was there for about 30 minutes before I was up and running again! Parts cost me about $175 and he charged me $75 for labor. I was ready to pay $300+ since we were driving from Bay Area to PHX to see our family for Christmas. Was so happy Augustine got us on the road in less than an hour! Highly recommend this business and their services!!! 5 stars!!! read more

Al's is the best mechanic in town. They always take good care of our car and give us the best deal. They really know what their doing here. I appreciate all their hard work! read more

The whole process from start to finish was quick. They were able to see us without an appointment to patch a nail in our tire. Got us in and out in 20 minutes. Friendly service. Would recommend! read more

WHEN I TELL U ! On new years ! My Issue : FLAT TIRE Resolution: employees - changed flat for new tire ! They are open ! Great / OUTSTANDING SERVICE ! The value these people have is amazing . With the new year around the corner , And only a couple bucks in my pocket , These guys made sure I got the best price for the best quality and service was a reasonable time ! Being the only tire shop open within miles from me ,they took care of me and my vehicle! IF UR IN PASADENA CA AND NEED TIRES OR ANY SERVICE PLEASE , GO HERE ! Worth your time Worth your money And quick and easy ! Took no more than read more

I couldn't recommend Agustin more highly. Such honest and quality work. I've taken both my Acura MDX and Lexus ES 300H there for repair work. All of the parts used were 100% factory parts. The labor rates were absolutely fair. And Agustin was great about making recommendations on what to fix and what not to. I just did my 60K tune-up: Transmission flush, New spark plugs, Synthetic oil change, Cabin Filters, and vehicle inspection. He literally saved me almost a thousand dollars should I have taken my car to Glendale and had the dealership perform the same service. read more

Augustine at Al's auto is the MAN! I had a battery issue. Called him up, he said bring it in. And... WHAM... BAM.. thanks my man! 10 minutes later I'm on my way. Thanks again bro! read more

Went in for a quick oil change. Spilled oil all over the front of my car. Charged me more than quoted over the phone. Won't be back

Went here with a flat tire. Augustin greeted me almost immediately. I came here after trying a few other tire places because they were "busy" and couldn't help me right away. Augustin told me to wait just for one customer before me. When he was done with that customer, he immediately helped me with my car. There were 2 big nails in my tire. He quickly fixed the holes and put back the tire in the car. Price was fair as well. Completely satisfied customer and I will go back for sure! read more

Al's Auto Center - Auto Repair Near Me - Pasadena, California

Suggested to go here by my mechanic for a catalytic converter. Im definitely am glad I am super fast service and great price. Plus excellent customer service. read more

Called last minute (20 minutes before arriving) on Saturday asking if they're available to help me change out my brake pads which were in desperate need for replacement. The man that answered (I think Augustin) was very friendly and said yes and to just go ahead and go in. I live down the street so it was very convenient for me. I already ordered the brake pads and had them with me, so I only needed to go in for labor. Augustin helped me when I got there, and I just left the car and brake pads with him, and said he'd call me when it was ready. Got a call about two hours later, and my car was done. It was $65 to change out the front pads and $75 to change out the back. Drives and brakes very smooth now! Thank you for the last minute service! read more