Such a unique toy store right in downtown Los Gatos. A search for a friend's son brought me here. It has a really cool classic car garage feel, with everything from die cast cars and RC cars to LEGO, building sets, science kits, games and tons of other fun stuff you don't see everywhere. I especially liked that there are hands on activities and plenty of things for kids to actually explore and try. Great place to browse even if you're not looking for anything specific, and definitely worth a stop when you're downtown. read more

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This is a nice toy store. It has a lot of special and unique items. Prices are on the higher side but not unreasonable. We purchased a number of items including a doll and a mobile for about $45 each. We purchased a plastic dinosaur for six dollars. read more

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Wonderful store with extremely helpful and friendly staff! It has a great selection for all ages. Thank you ladies for all of the help; I'll be back! read more

It's such a pleasure to be able to browse a bright, clean and child centric toy store, happy grandkids in tow! This store will appeal to babies, toddlers, kids, and tweens! The selection is imaginative and varied from bath toys to building toys, baby dolls and wooden play sets, trucks and infant toys, fascinating little stocking stuffers and the kind of fidget toys and little things that make it impossible to leave empty handed when accompanied by a grandchild. And of course, they have a wonderful selection of play forever cars...The store is well staffed by happy and helpful people who know the inventory and who know kids! read more

AUTOMOBUILD TOY STORE LOS GATOS CA © U.S. Marines host TOYS FOR TOTS Drive @AUTOMOBUILD, LOS GATOS CA Sat 12/4/21 Local independent toy stores took on a whole new importance with defunct Toys "R" Us chain back in 2018. AUTOMOBUILD is just amazing for all your kiddos needs, as well as gifts and ideas, come browse, you're sure to find something great! This visit on a Saturday in early December was in support of Toys for Tots drive that is hosted by U.S. Marines at the store entrance. How could one pass on the opportunity to help out, right? Any gift counts. So I had to partake. Would you joint me? Inside the store, there's an abundance of choices, at any price range! Primary theme is around cars and building things, and there's also apparel, games, art supplies, plush toys, and many unique items that might spark your imagination, or a little one's in your life! Trust me I was a kid not that long ago! I love this place! Toy stores are Heaven and this one is packed from floor to the ceiling with wonderful clouds of imagination in a form of million creative toys. Support your family owned specialty toy store! Twice the luck, if you shop before Christmas, toy drive as well! Downtown Los Gatos is a perfect place for your holiday strolls, lunching or dining out, and of course shopping too. AUTOMOBUILD celebrates and inspires imagination, creation, and design. Come find your inner kid! Cheers! *Now, to the edge of imagination Open my eyes to phenomenon, and hope Review #670 posted with 7 pictures on Dec 7, 2021 U.S. Marines host TOYS FOR TOTS Drive @AUTOMOBUILD, LOS GATOS CA Sat 12/4/21 Donations bin U.S. Marines host TOYS FOR TOTS Drive @AUTOMOBUILD, LOS GATOS CA Sat 12/4/21 Inside the toy store AUTOMOBUILD, LOS GATOS CA Sat 12/4/21 Checkout toy store AUTOMOBUILD, LOS GATOS CA Sat 12/4/21 read more

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I love coming to this store for their variety and unique toys. In particular it's the service they really sets them apart. Recently I had trouble with a pricy product and the manager Kelly really went above and beyond to make things right. I got daily updates and a resolution (a new product) which exceeded my expectations. Sincerely recommend this store. read more

Great store and great that they partner with toys for tots. Highly recommend shopping here.

Justin was amazing, we was demonstrating toys and being awesome. Nicest team ever. Love locally owned gems like this! They also do a great job with gift wrapping!! read more

So where do I start! This store is lovely, they have so much cool stuff, great variation and awesome stocking stuffers, but it doesn't feel cluttered and I can move around easily. (maybe harder for huge strollers) They have things I haven't even heard of so obviously keep on top of trends and have items on display so you can actually see what you are buying. In fact every time I go in things are moved and I see more new things. They don't mind kids playing with the toys which is cool too. We were in the other morning and were helped by a lovely young lady (sorry didn't ask her name but red hair) who was really helpful with my daughter, who can be a bit chatty/bossy, and seemed genuinely interested in helping us and keeping her entertained. In fact another customer rudely butted in but she managed to help us both. Gift wrapping is amazing! Real gem in Los Gatos!!!! read more

To the reviewer that made the comment about guns, you are the problem with Yelp. You are the problem with society in fact. To say that the way you have decided to raise your children and your personal beliefs are not only correct but you find the opposite option offensive is the same thought process that divides this country. Instead of education, facts, and acknowledging there are things we don't agree with, you wield your opinion like a sword. Who are you to pass judgement. Is it a killer toy store? Damn right it is. Continue lying to your kid and see how that goes. This is the best toy store within a 200 mile radius. The amount of educational, imagination building and high quality art and creativity do dads makes this place worth driving highway 17 for. As professional as can be, free gift wrapping, old school customer service and floor to ceiling fun. If every local biz was like this place Walmart and Target wouldn't stand a chance. read more

I don't usually leave reviews but I felt compelled to in this case. I went there with my family as I usually do once a month or so today and when I went to pay the ladies behind the counter were incredibly rude and condescending. When I was trying to pay with my phone which was being flaky they started looking at each other and laughing, rolling their eyes, and being very rude. I will NEVER go back there again. Unbelievable that they would do that at all especially in front of my 5 year old Son that was with me. read more

Love this place. It's a throwback and a gem in downtown Los Gatos. Great spot for toys (especially for younger kids toys) Good quality products, excellent customer service and free gift wrapping. read more

Automobuild is one of the few stores around dedicated solely to toys. The store is neatly arranged by theme as well as age. The store is always in good order. The hired help is well-trained regarding the merchandise and will guide you to the best area to serve your request, so you don't have to waste a lot of time searching. There is nothing in the store which could be described as poor quality. The buyer is clearly interested in delivering excellent products to the customers. Two caveats: 1, The store is very popular and it is located on a busy street corner. Parking is a challenge and sometimes not possible near lunch time. 2. The store is very popular so it can be quite busy. Free and beautiful gift wrapping is offered, but it is best not to be in a hurry. read more

fav stop in los gatos downtown! be sure to check often as they do regular updates. lots of cool toys and games that i never knew existed until i discover here! read more

Received a gift from this store and needed to exchange it since my son already had the same Lego set. The item he wanted was not in store so I asked if it could be ordered. The answer was maybe. They took down my phone number and said someone would get back to us. That was 3 weeks ago and I have since called atleast 3 times with the same response of someone will get back to you. Horrible customer service. If I didn't have a large gift card from the store I would never return here. read more

Staff is super friendly and helpful. Been a customer for years and I never felt like it was a waste of my time.

They have GUNS right near check out. My kid asked me "what is this" and I had to make something up. Will never feel comfortable going in there ever again and no customer service or toy selection or pricing can make up for trying to take away my child's childhood. read more

Thank you for upgrading your payment tech. We had a seamless visit to the store today and the teenagers actually were paying attention.

I wish I could give Automobuild a better rating. It really is nice to have a local toy store that offers so many options of toys for kids of all ages. Really, this place is jam-packed, and therein lies the problem. Every time I go, I am literally tripping on items that are displayed on the floor, truly. Dare I say they have too much inventory? Today I attempted to shop while I pushed my little one in his small stroller. I lasted five, frustrating minutes, constantly banging into things and getting trapped in the obstructed aisles. One would think that a toy store, of all places, would be stroller-friendly. This place, sadly, is not. read more

Well laid out store, friendly and helpful staff, and FREE gift wrapping-wow! Had a great first experience. read more

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I was there last week, I stood in line waiting to pay for a kids costume, there were only one person in front of me, two cashiers, one lady was moving slowly gift wrapping the toy, and the other lady was talking to a man, I stood there for good 5 minutes but none of them let me know they will be helping me any time soon, they didn't even look at me at all, maybe they just don't care. Very disappointed. I left and didn't buy. I will not buy anything from here, there are plenty other toy stores selling the same thing. read more

Great store, has many items to choose from. They even ask if you would like something gift wrapped, and a gift receipt.

Automobile is an amazing store. They do an incredible job in having selections for all ages, educational as well as fun and outdoor activities BUT the staff and owners are OUTSTANDING! I am still not allowed outside and about because of COVID and they have helped me personally on many occasions! Fabulous store!!! read more

Absolutely love this store! they have amazing toys, gadgets and Gizmos. Awesome learning and sensory item selection. Wonderful employees always happy to help! Kelly always goes above and beyond, and the owner- I forget her name sorry!- is also a delight! read more

I don't leave very many reviews but this place is freaking awesome. They have tons of toys out of the boxes and built so the kids can play in the store. The workers never made us feel rushed and they even let my son ride a new toddler balance bike straight out of the box they were assembling. The toys are good quality toys too, lots of wood toys, magnets and die cast stuff. Science and building, engineering toys...I think I liked this place as much as my son did. We spent nearly 2 hours in here. Bummed we don't live in the area because I would love to come back. read more

Wondering if they have it? Yes, I'm sure they do. Science toys, kits, fun toys, silly toys, thinking toys. Yes, they're amazing, just go there, you'll find what you want and seven other things too. Nice people work there, nice happy place (It's full of *toys*!!!) It's really worth going to! read more

Nice Toy selection. I Found the perfect gift for my 4 year old son. I recommend rhis cute little roy store dor anyone looking for unique toys. read more

This place is awesome!!!! We come here to support our local toy store and buy birthday gifts for friends - they have a great selection of toys, games, seasonal items and TONS of hands on demos to try out. We always leave with some great gifts (giftwrapped in the store!!) and some new cool toys for home. read more

Automobuild is a fabulous locally owned toy store in the heart of Los Gatos. We shop at Automobuild for birthday gifts and usually find something for ourselves! They have unique toys that you don't always see in other toy stores and their inventory is constantly changing as they source new and fun games and toys. The staff is always helpful and they gift wrap for free! We love Automobuild and are happy to support locally owned small businesses! read more

A beautiful toy store full of different, unique gifts. Gift wrapping is an appreciated bonus but it takes forever. I've waited an hour for three gifts to be wrapped - not because they were slammed busy but because they don't have a great system of communication of who rings, who wraps, what gifts are next in line to be wrapped. But the service is friendly and the store is adorable. read more

This store is exceptional. Really great people that know the products and listen to what you are after. Recommendations they offer are up perfect. Always get sidetracked in this place and know that Christmas gift lists and Birthdays will be catered. I actually shop for myself in here at the Stationery area. read more

My kids really love this store. The staff is friendly and helpful. The store offers a lot of toys, products and books that you do not find at Toys R US. The workers are helpful when you need help, and also don't seem to mind or are annoyed when kids use the bikes and toys. The place does feel a bit crowded, but I think its a great shop read more

Lovely store filled with every child gift buying ever! Came in not knowing anything about gifts for a one year old and tone sales rep was very kind in showing me around. Will be shopping here again! read more

Toy store with creativity, fun, and brains. The staff are so helpful unlike some mega toy stores.

When I am looking for a unique birthday gift this is the place to shop! Quality art, building and science toys! From baby to preteen birthday gifts. Friendly and knowledgeable staff! There's always something new! read more

The store is beautiful; the toys are amazing. I was looking for some toys for my new granddaughter and found so many that I loved. Kathe Kruse dolls, Hape wooden toys, Meiya and Alvin, and my new favorite, Janod. I selected a small rattle and knew that I would come back for the other items as soon as my granddaughter was old enough for them. I paid and was asked if I would like it gift wrapped. Three young adults, my guess all under the age of 18, took a total of twenty minutes to wrap this one gift while ignoring all the other customers in the store. One did the tape, one folded, one tried to make a bow- it was an amazing thing to behold. As a former store owner myself, I thought of all the wages being spent to pay these three employees for 20 minutes each! Not to mention the other customers who had to wait! Anyway, I will be back because the selection of toys is too fabulous to ignore but I will forgo the gift wrap- my nerves couldn't take it! read more

What a great toy store with so many selections in every age range. They have classic style toys for a toddler: riding/wheeled items, balls, dolls and building sets in every variety (duplo, blocks, magnetic). Plus the bigger kid section with board games, educational items, and kid crafting (yarn, jewels, rubber bands, paints, etc). Modest selection of reading books but many more activity/coloring books-an impressive variety with items I've not seen elsewhere. There is also a small selection of decor type items for a kids room and clothing accessories. You are sure to find something you like. read more

Automobuild is a magical toy store with imaginative toys, books and gifts for kids of all ages. It's famliy-owned and operated. Autombuild often hosts book signings with famous and/or local authors, musicians and guests to the delight of their customers. The staff is extremely accessible and helpful if you are shopping for gifts or have questions about a particular item. Free wrapping is available, too. I highly recommend Automobuild. read more

I love this place. Wonderful selection with super helpful and friendly staff! I would definitely recommend this store for a great selection of children's toys and gifts. read more

Wonderful atmosphere, friendly and helpful staff. Wide assortment of games, crafts, and toys.