All went well! My vehicle was shaking and I knew it needed a timing belt replacement. I wanted to get it serviced as soon as possible and in the area I was near. I'm so glad I checked out Yelp for the recommendations to Auto Repair Garage in Concord. I appreciated that they were very helpful, great communication, efficient, had fair pricing, & open on Saturday. read more

Fast, honest, and very well priced! This is now my auto shop! I was quoted so much higher at a chain shop that I was dreading taking my car in they did an inspection of all the things I was told was wrong with the car and only fixed what was actually wrong for less than half what I was being told by the other shop. read more

Got that dreaded check engine light. When tested it showed I had to get my thermostat and seal replaced along with replacement of antifreeze. Called Fred at Auto Repair Garage in Concord, 925 726-8388. He had me bring it in the next day. The fix took less than 2 hours, the price was right. Asked him to check to see if I needed anything else since the van was between services and he told me it was fine until my 105 mile service. I don't have a regular mechanic in this area so their knowledge and friendliness won me over. It is a smaller building, they share parking lot with a paint and body shop nextdoor read more

Spot is legit, you can trust them to be fair. The owner is a solid guy. He's told me how i can fix stuff on my own when he could have easily told me to bring it into the shop and charged me 10x what it cost me to fix the issue. read more

This was my first time coming to this garage. I needed to replace my CV boot on my Mazda, and Fred scheduled an appointment with me within a week. Fred ordered the part ahead of time with information of my car provided so by the time my appointment came around, the job would only take about 3-4 hours. I went to a nearby cafe to bide time, and when I picked up my car within the quoted time, Fred sat down with me and explained the job that was done. He was easy to understand and very transparent about pricing. Fred was kind and answered all my questions about the warranty on the part. THANK YOU FRED! I will take my business to him from now on. read more

I had my alternator replaced by Fred and his team, and I waited a few months before writing a review (primarily because I think it's important to make sure the car works before giving an opinion, but also I simply couldn't remember the name of the place - Auto Repair Garage - so simple, so obvious!) I had AAA tow the car there, and even the driver said he knew them and that they were trustworthy. I was VERY impressed - the work was priced very fairly, and it was completed quickly. They also checked other fluids and topped off a few things (without charging me, which was unbelievable). This is a reputable business, run by people with high integrity. I've found my new mechanic, and I can't recommend them highly enough! read more

This is our third time (unfortunately!) needing to use Fred and his team at Auto Repair Garage, but we couldn't be more thankful for their consistently great service. Fred has always been quick to get our vehicles in when we needed work done, and the technicians complete repairs efficiently without sacrificing quality. Whether it's routine maintenance or wear and tear repairs, they've made the process smooth and stress-free every time. We'll definitely continue to use them--hopefully not too often though! Thank you! Theresa & Andrew Lopez read more

Auto Repair Garage has serviced three Honda vehicles for at least 10 years and time to recognize the great service and work Auto Repair Garage has provided at reasonable cost. Each visit the work was done on time and at the estimated cost. Thank you Auto Repair Garage! read more

Was searching for a reliable mechanic in the area while servicing my BMW at Concord. Came upon Fred who was nearby to Costco / Auto Row on Market Street. He's really thorough and goes through in detail of all the work to be done and is easy to talk to. He gives honest answers and has good discussion on what needs to be done. My car needed brakes / rotors repaired with an oil change and both were completed in the time we discussed before my next appointment. Good guy, reliable service, prompt, and quality work. Thumbs up! read more

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Fred is great to work with and does what is asked with fair price and done in timely matter. Transmission flush on civic and alternator on a pilot. Would recommend. read more

Honest and great work! Im happy to find this in a mechanic especially as a woman I've had many mechanics try to sell me a service or fix something that wasn't broken. Like it or not they have me as a loyal customer for life. read more

Back in March of '24, I had an unplanned urgent family event come up, 500 miles (and 3 mountain passes) away. I knew my brakes needed to be replaced, as one had just started grinding. Time was very short, but ARG was able to work me into their schedule. Everything was done, before I had to leave and at a surprisingly competitive rate. My new brakes performed flawlessly, over the mountains... and back again. Then in July, I started having a very odd brake related issue. I communicated with ARG about what was happening. They were very responsive and ultimately determined that one of the parts they had installed was in fact, defective. A brand new part, made by a reputable manufacturer and bought through a reputable wholesaler. They went WELL above and beyond all expectations, in rectifying the situation, more than satisfactorily. Now, let me be clear about one thing. The defective part was most certainly NOT their fault and I certainly don't blame them for it. Many thanks to Fred, Igor, Ralph, Jesús, Ty and company, for their exemplary service. read more

Fred and his crew repaired my 2006 Odyssey this last week. He and his team repaired engine mount, gasket and front axel bearing replacements with speed, quality and reasonable cost. Thanks again! A few months ago Fred originally saved me from spending an outrageous amount for some repairs suggested by another garage. Eventually I came back to Fred and did the repairs this time around with very reasonable cost. read more

Totally the best ever, as service is incredible, the pricing and care is amazing and they really work with you to get the job done quickly. I would only go here as they are honest and truly want to help you out! read more

Great Mechanic team. My car was making annoying noise. The team found the issue (CV Axlles). others were talking about something else. My car was fixed right and in a right time. Great appreciations. read more

Had shocks replaced at this place - instant estimate, excellent price, dynamic communication over text, and all work done as agreed. On top of that, they identified some redundant parts and saved me ~ $200. I highly recommend this place and plan to get another job done by them. read more

Fred and his crew at auto repair garage has been outstanding. I got a quote for a leaking cooling system and not only was it cheaper than the other quotes I received but he got me in and out the same day. I'm definitely telling all my friends and family to come to Auto Repair Garage. Fantastic service!! Highly recommended!! read more

Thanks to Fred for going beyond what others would require an appointment for; brought my 2017 Subaru in because it had issues with the ignition; sometimes, it just wouldn't turn over. He took the time to assess the issue almost as soon as I pulled in that afternoon. and after a few minutes, after tightening several cables, the issue was solved. Apparently, it was simply loose cables. Best of all, no charge. Thank you Fred! I probably spent no more than 30 minutes at his shop. read more

Drivers side window diagnostic and repair Completed in a single day Most shops apply the cost of diagnostic fees to repair work fee if work is done by that shop This shop would only credit 50% read more

Fred was amazing! He was very welcoming, knowledgeable and easy to talk to. I had an issue and he was able to get me in the next day and fix the issue right away. I hope I don't need more work, but if I do I'll be back. Thank you! read more

I had Auto Repair Garage replace the entire front suspension of my very old and dear pickup truck. It is my spare vehicle, and it's like a member of the family, but it used to really squeak a lot. They did an incredible job for a reasonable price. The work was completed on time, and they even did a little extra thing by putting the spare tire back under the truck. (It's a pain) I recommend them for all of your auto work. read more

The guys at Auto Repair Garage are amazing. Fred & AJ were very honest & straight forward with me. I tried to replace my own fuel injectors on my 2000 Infiniti Q45 & fail at doing so. My car wouldn't fire up. I thought my engine was toast. But Fred was able to take my car in on really short notice. He did an amazing job at troubleshooting what was wrong with the car. He was able to bring my Infiniti back to life. To be honest it now runs better than it ever has since I bought it 2.5 years ago. Thank you guys for an excellent job! read more

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I don't think I could rate this business more highly. I had a broken side mirror (the entire unit, not just the glass) on my 2019 Toyota Camry. I stopped by here on a Saturday to inquire and they told me that if I ordered the part they could put it on for me. Fred told me exactly how much it would cost and expressed confidence in the time it would take. I ordered the part that day from the dealer and picked it up Tuesday after work. Auto Repair Garage is nearby, so I dropped in to schedule the appointment. He figured he could do the job on the spot and he completed it within 30 minutes. As a comparison, the dealer would have charged twice as much per hour and was not firm on the time it would take. I have been hoping to find a trustworthy, reliable mechanic and I think I found one! It brought such piece of mind, and to have it done right away without an appointment versus having to wait until the weekend made me feel great. Driving with the mirror in the broken state was hazardous and embarrassing. The job involved removal of the passenger side door, and after assembly he made sure to test the mirror's functionality with the buttons on the driver's side interior. There are not any bells and whistles with this shop - no lounge, it operates next door to a smog shop that is closed, the signage consists of a banner that is practically hidden from street view, and even the name is plain. But after years of going to a dealer or just trying to find a shop here and there, I don't mind. I just want a place that I feel is going to charge a fair rate, do the work right, do it in a timely manner, and not give me b.s. It is very close to Chili's, and when I bring it in for the next scheduled service, I'll happily have a drink or meal there knowing my car is in good hands. read more

Needed a clutch replacement on an aging Acura TSX. Local shop that had availability. Car shifts great and ride much smoother after alignment. Will back to have work done on vehicle. read more

Fred at Auto Repair Garage is a honest and dependable auto repair shop. He is great at his job and has great communication.

Fred is very helpful and very sincere. Highly recommend this place for car issues to everyone!!

I left a message for their management to give me a call back about my vehicle. They called back and we had a conversation about possible repair options for my vehicle. The gentleman on the phone was very nice and very patient spoke to me about my vehicle and what he could possibly do. He didn't give me a bunch of promises but told me that they could give my vehicle look. It was a 2016 Cadillac ELR, which is basically running on a volt platform, the vehicle had an electrical charging situation and we talked about possible remedies and solutions. With his possible solutions I just might check the vehicle elsewhere, but I felt very comfortable and I would definitely take any of my other cars to his shop in the future for repair the way he handled the negotiation and conversation on the phone was very professional and I was impressed, this is why I'm leaving this grade 5 star review. He's one of the first auto repair companies that gave his honest opinion on a repair before even seeing the vehicle great job thank you so much. I hope to be using your service in the future. read more

When I called here to book for my appointment for an oil change, the guy I spoke to asked details about my car to determine the cost. I believe he is the owner I spoke to, I was told $50. When I went there the day of my appointment, another guy said it's going to be $70. I had previously been to this place and was really satisfied with the service and that's why I decided to go back. I had previously paid $60 for an oil change and tire rotation. I understand due to the pandemic a lot of businesses are suffering and I still paid the $70, but a $20 difference is significant. read more

Been here a few times and have been really impressed. Take time to explain the situation to me. Pricing is very reasonable. Real honest dudes. read more

I had a slight problem finding it, it's in the back of the lot past Green Star Smog. Pulled up Jesus came right out and we discussed the issues and what I wanted done. He's very nice. Gave me a quote over the phone and took care of some of the items on my list in a fast and professional manner. Would highly recommend. read more

So... I came here a few times for an oil change and everything was fine. I decided to come back recently to get a leak fixed. I made my appt. 4 days ahead of time @ 11am, and AJ told me they needed to order parts for my service. Naturally, I assumed the parts had been ordered when I got there. NOPE. A young lady asked me if it was okay to pick up my car at the end of the day. I reluctantly said "Yeah..ok." Well, I never got a call saying the car was done. I called at 4:30 asking the status. She said "They're putting it back together..it should be about 1 more hour." At 5:58pm I called, no one answered so I left a v/m saying I hadn't heard from them, so I'm on my way. I get there and STILL have to wait 1.5hrs in the parking lot w/ my ride!!?? That ain't neva happened to me before! Mind you it's raining out (light rain). I asked AJ when did they start working on my car? He said, "A few hours ago" even though I had an 11am appt...Finally my car is pulled out w/ the front windows down (still raining out). I went inside to pay and discuss the service w/ AJ. The person who gave me a ride noticed my car was still running, & the inside of my car was all wet (steering wheel, power window switch, seat, etc.) Fred (owner) was standing there next to it yacking w/ another co-worker and didn't even notice my ride had started wiping the interior of my car dry. She asked him if there is a reason why my windows were down "It's raining!" He apologized and got towels..smh. I just hope I don't have any future problems w/ my power window switches since they were soaked! AJ is personable, but I won't patronize this shop anymore-they NEVER gave me a status update & I don't want to waste an hour and a half of my life after closing waiting for my car again... read more

Super honest man, all technicians are hella nice too. Definitely recommend this business! read more

I needed a full auto service done to my 2011 Toyota Highlander. Walnut Creek Toyota wanted to charge me $2300 for parts and labor for my car which I thought was absurd. Fred was the first to respond to my yelp message right away, whereas most of the other auto mechanic shops took at least an hour to respond to my service request, which I can completely understand. Fred and his auto repair garage did an excellent job on servicing and replacing parts from my Toyota Highlander. My car drives very smooth now, and the best part of it all was I saved at least $1k by taking my care to Fred's garage. Fred was very friendly, honest, and over delivered on value. He was able to have my car in and out within seven hours. All the other mechanics that eventually responded were sending me quotes that were priced in line with Walnut Creek Toyota's quote. Not only was Fred's quote much cheaper than the competition, but like I said before his quality of work and customer service is nothing short of excellent. Thanks again Fred. I think I found my go-to mechanic for my Toyota Highlander! read more

My car broke down in the middle of a road trip. They kindly diagnosed my issue and let me park my car there until a tow truck could arrive without charging me. They were wonderfully kind, patient, helpful, and knowledgeable. AJ was very nice and Fred was so patient. read more

During the Covid-19 Pandemic, it's important to find a mechanic who takes every safety precaution they can. Fred took extreme care with wearing a mask and thoroughly wiping down the car's interior and the outside door and handle after working on it. His service was efficient, friendly, and thorough. It's hard to find a mechanic who's open on Sundays, but not only was Auto Repair Garage open, Fred set up a time for me to come in that same day. He took a look at my AC unit (which hadn't worked for over a year), changed the oil, and also did a free inspection. When I returned, the AC was fixed (yay!) and Fred had a list of potential issues he noticed during the inspection (like old tires and leaks in the oil pan) which he went through with me. He advised on what needed to be done most urgently and what could wait, and was honest and upfront about pricing. I was quite impressed, not only with level of precautions he followed during Covid-19, but also by his excellent service. I will definitely be back! read more

Fred has excellent service and quality at a very reasonable price. Won't recommend any parts or labor that don't actually need to be fixed. Been a regular customer for 10 years. My truck has over 300k, running strong, this is the only service I'll use. read more

I have been taking my car here since I was recommended by a friend for all my car needs. The owner (Fred) is very nice to talk with. From all my services done here I haven't had any worries. I've been happy with all the work I have gotten done here. Whenever I needed a quote for anything he gives it to you straight forward. I had a recall done for my car and the dealership said I needed brakes, alignment and tires, and they quoted me over $1,000 for everything to be done. I called Auto Repair and let's just say, I paid less than what the dealership quoted me. His techs are cool to talk with to and at also friendly. I will be coming back for future services. Thank you Auto Repair Garage! read more

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Reliable and trustworthy. Awhile back, oil was leaking from underneath the vehicle. I thought something was wrong. I took it here and a young man was helpful. I had an oil change from another store and that other store didn't clean up properly because he said there was no leak but that it just wasn't cleaned up properly, and he helped me by getting it cleaned up. I was so appreciative. read more

Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Won't try and up-sell you. Incredibly reasonable prices. Reliable!

Transmission replacement on a 2005 Honda Odyssey. We were having issues with our transmission. I took a gamble and gave Fred a call. Fred gave me a very reasonable price for both parts and labor. Unfortunately the transmission had issues that manifested shortly after installation. Fred worked diligently with the transmission company to get a replacement and he reinstalled at no extra charge. Auto Repair Garage is like a diamond in the rough. Fred is a as honest as the day is long. He definitely earned my trust but also future business! read more