Brought my 964 in for a few repairs (typical nonsense with old cars, AC, CEL, minor oil leaks)…read more Great communications, excellent diagnostics, finished on time. Really pleasant people. Place is full and busy with antique Porsches.

Great shop to service german cars after warranty. Hector, Peter, and staff are a great team. It is…read moresmall shop with a big family vibe. They get your vehicle in and out. They are genuine car people. They want to do what is correct. Service to value ratio is on point. I have had three different BMW serviced and they always do a great job, tell us the truth, and are fair with cost.

Great service. Super fast. Super great guys is working there…read more Would highly recommend!

Had my scrape plate fixed here - junior was very responsive and whole process was very quickread more

Great work at a reasonable price. I made the appointment the day before. Hector seemed a bit gruff…read moreand bothered at first, but warmed up to become a very knowledgeable and kind Service Advisor. As promised, my wife's 4Runner was aligned correctly within 1 hour. I waited comfortably with free Wi-Fi. Our experience was so confident and well done, I will have my son's vintage Chevy Truck towed in, hoping it's not an extensive project. Highly recommend Stay tuned for an update on the old truck.

Figueroa Automotive Got me in n out for my free brake inspection . Look for Hector he was…read moreinformative and made this experience one of kind .A genuine person helping his customers.

Engine light on..again…read more Early Sept 2025 I was driving to downtown SB from Goleta when I noticed the engine light was on. I called Oren's Automotive to schedule an appt. to determine the problem. The following week I went to Oren's and they diagnosed the problem to the EGR vacuum modulator and ECR relay. Both parts were replaced and the engine light turned off. A week later the engine light came back on. Scheduled another appt. end of Sept. Further diagnostic testing revealed the ECU computer required replacing. ECU was replaced and engine light & error codes no longer showing. Early Dec called Oren's for smog check and Oren's got me in immediately. Smog cert received just in time to renew my registration before it became past due! Thank you Oren's Automotive!! A couple of days later however the dreaded engine came back on - huh?? It was determined the ECU replaced end of Sept. was faulty. New ECUs are no longer available and only used ECUs can be purchased. Due to the lead time of the ECU to arrive at Oren's and other factors, the ECU was replaced end of Dec. It is now the second week of January 2026 and no issues so far! From early Sept to Dec 2025 Oren's Automotive performed exhaustive diagnostic trouble shooting and test drives which amounted to considerable time. I was not billed accordingly for the labor hours put towards my antiquated 2001 Toyota. Now I know Oren's Auto lost money fixing my car - they did this so I wouldn't be without a car. I offered to pay for some of the costs on two occasions to make sure things were right, but my offers were refused. Oren Glasman, owner of Oren's Automotive, stands by his shop's work. Oren is fair, honest and truly cares about his customers and when someone is in trouble with their car. I posted a previous review of this automotive repair shop on July 31 2024. The Santa Barbara area local weekly magazine has named Oren's Automotive the Best Automotive Repair shop for 2023, 2024 & 2025 based on annual voting for 'Best Of' the Santa Barbara area for different categories (food, breweries, auto repair, clothing etc.) A huge thank you once again to Oren, Eric, Gilbert and the rest of the team at Oren's Automotive! Dan W.

i have been taking my cars to Oren's automotive since he first opened…read more Every time he has put our vehicles, both old and new, back on the road in great running condition no mater if the problem is large or small. He has even been able to schedule in my visiting children's vehicles for well needed work. Job well done.

This was my first time having my 2008 Subaru Outback XT serviced at Kiwi…read more The past 3 years I put very few miles on the car and knew it needed some TLC, not the least of which a new A/C belt and main belt. I had a feeling the front axles were going to need replacing and that the brakes were about ready for new pads. Also wanted the oil changed. All the work was well done in a timely manner, and the price was fair for the work done. I used to sell Subarus so I knew what the dealer would charge. They're more reasonable than the dealer. Didn't have the brakes done yet because the pads are back ordered and I was still okay, but I'll be returning for that work. They also caught a bit of power steering fluid seeping from around a seal, and the hose is original. They added a little dye to the fluid and after I drove it for a few days I took the car back in and they took a look, and sure enough, it's getting close to needing that fixed. I try to keep the car in top working order so I'm having that done shortly also. Not everyone is skilled at working on Subarus, but they came highly recommended, and it was a good referral.

I highly recommend Kiwi for excellent auto repair service…read more Bob accommodated my requests for scheduling and was very clear and transparent on estimate. Whole experience was smooth and professional. I'll go back again. R. Kane

Akauto does great work, they work quickly and honestly. Jee and Arsen are super helpful!read more

AK Auto is the best mechanic I've ever had. Arsen and Jee are both extremely professional, helpful,…read moreand communicative, and they have the best prices in town. Highly recommended!

1000% YES Honest Knowledge and Fair pricing! I was referred to come here and I see why…read moreThey took care of exactly what I needed did it quickly and without an appointment too! Car issues are gonna happen we know that I'm feel blessed to have found this shop! So Thankful to ALL the staff here from the receptionist to the guy who fixed my car!! Thank you for getting me back to my day and on the road again quickly and without beating up my pocket book!

EZ Automotive is the shop you've been looking for!…read more I've been bringing my 2011 Hyundai Elantra to John and his incredible team at EZ Automotive for years, and I wouldn't trust my car with anyone else. When I was first searching for a mechanic, I combed through reviews looking for honesty, skill, and real customer care. When I found John, I immediately felt I was in the right place, and every visit since then has confirmed it. John is the kind of mechanic everyone hopes to find: honest, thorough, and patient. He always takes the time to explain what's going on in clear terms, and he works with me to prioritize the most critical repairs while being sensitive to my budget. That level of respect and transparency is rare. On my most recent visit, I thought something might be wrong with my car. The team called me in quickly, and when I couldn't make it, they even followed up a week later to remind me. They test drove my car, checked everything thoroughly, and added a fuel cleaner at no charge just to make sure things were running smoothly. Whenever something doesn't feel right, they go above and beyond to identify, diagnose, and resolve the issue. It's not just John. Tiara in the front office is always professional, kind, and makes scheduling simple. She makes you feel welcome the second you walk through the door. Together, they've created a shop where you know you're in good hands and that they genuinely care about their customers. What really stands out to me is that John and Tiara feel like family. You can tell just by talking to them that they both have strong family values, and that means a great deal to me. It says so much about the kind of people they are, and it shows in the way they treat their customers. If you want a shop that combines honesty, expertise, and genuine customer care, look no further. EZ Automotive has given me complete peace of mind about my car, and I highly recommend them to anyone who wants a mechanic they can trust for the long haul.

Bert was conscientious and thorough and funny, a pleasure watching a master engrossed in his craft…read moreand not the bottom line. One of my all time favorite mechanics -- German trained -- and we are now working more complicated engines so I appreciate that the spirit was still kind and skillful.

The Garage is a great place to take your car for maintenance! I took my car there for a second…read moreopinion after getting a long list of critical repairs at my usual oil change location. John was able to let me know what was really critical and what still had plenty of miles to go before it will need attention. I trusted him to do the work and he did an amazing job! I will definitely be going here for all my car needs going forward.

I brought my F-150 to Kennedy's after chasing a brutal electrical issue for weeks. What looked…read moresimple ended up being a windshield water leak that damaged multiple systems--including my horn--so diagnosing the real problem wasn't easy. Kennedy's was phenomenal. They figured it out, fixed it right, and even helped me get the repair covered by insurance. I'd already been to a couple of other mechanics who burned time and money without getting anywhere, so the difference here was night and day. The real standout was the communication. Angela, who runs the place, is as good as it gets--clear, responsive, and honest the whole way through. I'll be a loyal customer for a long time.

Fidel and his team are amazing. I've been going to Kennedy's for over 6 years. I'm a service…read moreadvisor at Top Shop Automotive, and whenever someone asks me for a referral in Santa Barbara, I always recommend Kennedy's. They are trustworthy mechanics with a great atmosphere, and Fidel's knowledge is exceptional.

Great team and great value. Rudy kept me updated throughout the whole process and was completely…read moretransparent and honest. Will always take my cars here from now on.

I had a water coolant leak under my dash. Since I live in Santa Barbara I don't need a heater. So…read moreto fix the problem I just needed a bypass from my heating system inside the passenger side of the car. They were honest and reasonable. Total cost was very reasonable. I like these guys.