The best customer service ever. I brought my "distressed " 66 Pony here due to the outstanding reviews on Yelp. I was not wrong. They explained to me everything that needed to be performed on the car and the time it would take. Proper specs and safety were their biggest concern. I like that. The price I was charged was very very reasonable. They informed me of additional work needed to be done before proceeding. I'm very satisfied with Frank and Nancy. Best team ever. Thanks so much. Be in the lookout for a 65 Mustang coming your way. You are my go to shop from now on. read more

Frank and the team are really amazing! No matter what the is they will take great care of your vehicle in an excellent and timely manner. Great place! read more

So the engine to my beloved 1948 Chevy Fleetline Aerosedan had the unfortunate mishap of all unfortunate mishaps and required a complete replacement. The whole situation made me sick to my stomach. I, however, did feel extremely fortunate to have discovered this business at a time when I needed such a place the most. I felt comforted by the fact that they seem to almost only work on classic cars. Those who understand classic cars, tend to understand their owners and the higher level of scrutiny that comes with them. During the fix Frank made suggestions for things I could do when I expressed a desire for my engine compartment to look more show-worthy. Some things he took upon himself like cleaning up the the haphazard-looking wiring done by a previous owner. There was a bump in the road late in the fix when it came to my intention that I was missing a couple necessary parts. Frank worked with me to get the parts purchased and get my car back to me while somehow not pushing the estimated time of completion another day. Anyways, I couldn't be happier with the result of this extensive repair. I felt the work was done with care and by professionals with undeniable knowledge of their craft. The staff is friendly. The owner, Frank, is very blunt, which is something that I personally appreciate. He can be very short with you when you speak with him, in a way that lacks the customer service touch. However, the outstanding, careful work that was done here on my beloved car is more than enough to keep all 5 stars intacted, while also guaranteeing my return to this business. Well done. read more

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The column clutch to my '68 Ford Falcon has been sticking for several years; sometimes I couldn't get it into first gear or reverse. I thought it meant the need to replace the socket in the column. No one would work on it. Finally someone recommended Automotive Classics. When Frank looked at the part I brought, he thought it wasn't enough: It needed other parts too. Then, noting the struggle to get it into first gear, he asked to open the hood. He looked at the gears. He went to get something: a tall thin can that looked red to me. As he sprayed he told me to keep shifting the clutch. Then he told me to drive around the block. It was better, but would it last? Just get out some WD-40 and spray the gears, he said. Ignorance is anxiety; information is bliss. He sent me freely on my way. Thank you, Frank! read more

Small family owned shop. This guy really knows classics, the prices are reasonable, the service was same day or next day. They seem to get busy and busier so call had an appointment. read more

Frank and his son make the wheels turn. They worked on my 1965 C-20 for three major modification and hit the ball out of the park. read more

Automotive Classics - Auto Repair Near Me - Canoga Park, California

I normally do not leave bad reviews but seriously could not stomach the type of business conducted here. After looking online and reading reviews it sounded life a great match. I had called the week before and they had told me to schedule a time, which I did. Upon showing up, there were 3 other customers and Frank was very kind in showing and providing them the time they needed so I felt like this was the kind of shop that cares. Well, we met and I told him what I needed and he told me he will need the car of 1-2 days to do a full inspection of the damage. I found that odd at first but was like ok, sounds like he does quality work. I told him I will have to come back another day as I have to make arrangements, wish he could of told me this on the phone, but whatever. I call back in a week and spoke to someone to let them know I was coming on Wednesday at 1, something came up so I called them Wednesday and let them know I would be there Thursday morning and again was confirmed that that was fine. But when I showed up and met Frank I told him I was there to drop off my car and he looked at me like I was crazy. I told him that I had called twice and spoken to 2 different people, he said, oh yeah, that was my daughter and my probably my son, but they didn't tell me anything. Well, I said, I still need an appraisal and I already had a driver waiting for me outside. He informs me that his appraisal guy was not there today and that it will just be sitting till Monday. I said no worries and that I'll just be back Monday morning. Monday, I drop it off and leave them all my info and insurance contacts. Wednesday, I get a call saying that the appraisal was complete but that they lost the paperwork and if I could provide them the insurance and claim number. I gave it to them then asked how long it would take for the insurance to approve everything for them to start. 10-15 days the girl had said and I said great, I'll swing by to get my car and for them to call me when everything gets approved so that they can start. I hear someone yell in the background "It doesn't work that way" So I said, excuse me... Long story short, lol, Frank tells me that they have to keep my car until Hagerty approves the work and then they can start working on the car. I had told him in the beginning that this was my Daily Driver and that he had told me he needed it for 1-2 days just to do an appraisal. I had no problems with that, nor would have if he had told me that in the beginning. He then accused me of trying to "Burn Him" by getting him to do the appraisal then not coming back. I was taken back a bit by his accusations and could not believe the unprofessionalism from the start! He's telling me my car would sit for 10-15 days until he gets an approval to start then would need approx. 4-6 weeks to do the work. My gut feeling told me to stay away, but the cars I saw at his shop looked good. In the end, I told him to not do anything as far as paperwork goes and that I would be there to pick up my car and go elsewhere! Even when I went there to pick up my car he avoided me. So I went up to him and told him that the only reason why I was not staying there is because he was dishonest, disorganized and untrustworthy. If he would of told me that he would need to keep my car there from the start it wouldn't have been a problem. However he just brushed it off and shrugged his shoulders... STAY AWAY.... read more

Looking for a good Classic car shop? Well you found the one, Frank & his guys will take care of all your needs. He's got the right knowledge to tackle any problem. I brought a classic here and he has helped me get it cleaned up and running properly. Much appreciated to all the genuine work done on my car! Si Habla español tambien read more

I took my '62 Lincoln Continental for engine work to Frank. From the get go, I could tell Frank knew his stuff. We discussed all the issues the engine was having even though I had taken it to have it serviced by another shop in the area. I put my trust in Frank and he didn't disappoint. Frank chased every issue from the carburetor to the intake manifold, to cleaning all the build up on the top of the block, to swapping out the points in the distributor, to junking out the generator for an alternator, to painting everything he removed and cleaned, to creating a bracket to support the ignition coil that the other shop had broken and placed to the side. Thanks to Frank I can safely drive my family in my Lincoln without any stress. I could t be happier to have such a great shop in my area. Thanks Automotive Classic read more

I adopted a 67 chevy truck that was dying on me on the freeway, in intersections, and while turning. I knew I'd be dead soon if I didn't get it fixed. Frank rebuilt the carburetor, gave her a general tuneup, and did everything necessary to keep me alive. Months later, the truck starts immediately, without the need to fiddle with the choke or gas, and runs with absolutely no problems. I'll be taking the truck back as soon as I have the money to get new disc brakes. Once again, to keep me alive. read more

Automotive Classics - Auto Repair Near Me - Canoga Park, California

No one touches my '69 Mach 1 but Frank and his team! They've added AC, custom serpentine belt and kit, full engine overhaul, new carb, 5spd transmission, custom sound and so much more. All perfectly installed. read more

Automotive Classics - Auto Repair Near Me - Canoga Park, California

I left my car there with a $15,000 deposit to be retored. After 5 years they took it apart and then said they could restore it. We settled on a $10,000 refund and after more that 2 years they still owe me $7,000. They refuse to answer my letters or make any excuse as to why they will not give back my money. They also lost a great many parts and I had to pay out over $5000 to find them. Not a good place to have work done and not honest in their dealings. Robert N read more

Extremely disappointed in you Frank honestly you should be ashamed of yourself and your business. I brought my classic truck over to Frank because it was pulling really hard to the right when I was braking although the brakes were working fine. Long story short a few bolts were missing in my subframe causing a "bolt in" bracket to move and flex. Instead of just replacing nuts and bolts and snugging it down Frank decided to weld the bolt in bracket to my classic truck's frame without asking. He called to tell me how much it would cost and said around $500 dollars to get me sorted, the next day I go to pick up my truck and his son tell me my bills $1,000. I look at the computer invoice and there is nothing listed on the work order it says "oil change filter" so I go to his main mechanic and I ask him to show me what he did and turns out Frank decided to weld the bracket. Not only do the welds look like a 3 year old did it but it major amateur hours work. Cold welds looks like a tweaker did them. This is now way more work to back track than I needed to begin with. You cannot just decide to do what you think it right without asking my permission. You'll be seeing a letter shortly from small claims court. I HIGHLY DO NOT RECOMMEND TAKING YOUR VEHICLE TO THIS PRICK. An attitude and you weld like trash? Who do you think you are. read more

Automotive Classics - Amateur Hour Welding on a bolt on part. Looks like a Tweaker did it in the 70's. No permission granted to do so either. - Auto Repair Near Me - Canoga Park, California

Where should I start I really had high hopes for these guys but after 16k dollers later and bringing it back three times and them having my car for 6months they just couldn't get it to run correct if it wasn't one thing it was another and well I personally think frank took me for a fool ripped me off and didn't get my car right I'm having brake problems electrical problems and engine problems at least if your gonna charge good money do a good job as far as me being a happy customer out the door way out of it I WOULD not recommend these guys at all but if you want to get ripped off these are your guys bring your car here if you want someone to take your hard earned money read more

Towed my '97 Chevy to Automotive Classics on a weekday. After a couple of quick visits to sort out a new clutch and radiator - I noticed Automotive Classics has two entrances. Either you walk into the front where you are greeted with large couches, a TV, and years of auto decor only your uncle would have or you enter through the garage, where you'll see the team working in each area, from classic cars to clunkers like mine. There's an authentic ease about Automotive Classics that calms your nerves when stressing about auto problems. Frank and his team are straightforward and humble. I usually have my work done at franchise locations, but I sure do miss this kind of authentic workmanship. The final price at Automotive Classics was very fair. I had similar work done years ago and this location quoted me far better. I also felt comfortable discussing the car's problem with them. Other places I've felt brushed off or given short responses, but not here. I trusted Frank and his team and it paid off nicely. An added touch was their response time. Not once did I have to call them for an update or to ask if the truck was ready. They always contacted me and kept me up-to-date. I recommend you stop on by for a quote and see what I mean. This was my first visit, and if I have car problems again, it won't be my last. Thanks guys! read more

Good morning, I have 16 Classic Cars and for me Frank is now the only Guy I want working on my cars, there all very dear to me, Frank is honest and very fair and most import Frank knows time is money, Frank gets your car done Cheers Dion G read more

We made our way to Automotive Classics after struggling to find someone to work on our 1969 Mustang. We pulled up to Frank's shop without an advanced phone call and he came out to greet us even though he was very busy. We talked him through some of the items we wanted fixed (windows, regulators and a few more items) and as we were talking through the issues he was able to diagnosis an issue with our electrical and fuel system and fix them on the spot... I was dumbstruck at the difference in service that I got from AC and all other mechanics. They fixed all of the issues I had by the next day. Thank you very much to Frank and Frank's wonderful daughter who runs the show behind the scenes! read more

I have been taking my 1963 Ford Falcon to Automotive Classics for the past 11 years. When I call I say, "hey Frank it's Heather with the Falcon" and he knows who I am. I have gotten to know him and his family and this shop is the ultimate family business you can trust. All the work I've ever had done is excellent and guaranteed. Today I dropped by, without a call, because multiple people said my tail lights weren't working. Frank stopped everything he was doing, fixed my tail lights, rear shock, oil change, pulled out a screw in my tire that was causing me stress and listed to my sad tragic life story about how I've neglected my car cause I'm financially broke. I handed him my credit card when he was done, which I have done many times over the years since this is my only car, to which he said don't worry about it, "you've been a good customer all these years". There aren't enough stars on Yelp to say how wonderful Frank is as businessman or person. I could never repay his kindness and this is only one story out of many times he has kept my little Falcon on the roads of Los Angeles. So long as I have my Falcon, the only place I will take it to is Frank at Automotive Classics. read more

I can go on and on about automotive classics but seriously. If you own a vehicle you truly love and envision it's potential do yourself a favor and bring it here. Frank really goes out of his way to put that grin on your face that states you drive one bad mofo. He is the only mechanic that will go out of his way to make you the client happy. I can list 1000 things he's done for me that I know scrub dealership mechanics would write off or disregard. Do yourself and your ride a favor and drop it off at classic automotive!!! Frank you and your team rocks! Chris 68 gmc truck read more

I couldn't agree with the other two reviewers more. The prior owner was great, Frank stepped it up a notch. First, he took my 1957 thunderbird and did a significant amount of work on it. The price was really fair, but he did it with love and care and the motor looks like an amazing classic now. He really beautified this car under the hood and that was above and beyond service. By the way I drove it from his shop to San Francisco and it ran flawlessly! 53 years old and absolutely the coolest car on the road we were driving on. Next I brought in my daughter's Scion. It had a bad squeak when the AC was running. Long story short it was not easy but it was Man vs Machine and Frank was committed to getting it right. It took a couple extra days but my daughter is driving to Colorado and now I am worry free. read more

Frank at automotive classics came highly recommended by a friend of mine and I see why. Took my first classic truck a 65' Chevy c10 here and frank and his team were great. Very helpful and knowledgeable very professional. Converted drum breaks to disk, converted to power steering and did a GREAT job at dressing up my engine. The shop made me feel so welcome I picked up a new project that I will be bringing in as soon as possible. I Highly recommend automotive classics if you've got a classic car. read more

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Don't know his work but only talking to him for 5 minutes let's you know the type of "classic car mechanic" he is... rude to the fullest!

This place is a rip off Frank told me that he fixed my car I took it out for a couple days and I have the same problem do not trust Frank he does not know what he's talking about I had to take it to another shop I don't want anybody to go through the same thing that I went through read more

Worst place to take your car I should have listened to the bad reviews I took my car to get it fixed Frank said he would call me so I waited for 6 months and still no call so I called him and he said he couldn't fix it he just set my car aside and forgot about me these guys can't do anything challenging just regular things like change oil and the reviews about Frank being rude are true go somewhere else read more

They're the most helpful staff they were able to breakdown everything and explained in detail what needed to be done. My car was fixed quickly and without any problems! read more

If you have a classic (foreign or domestic) that needs work, Automotive Classics is the place to take it. I brought my 1968 Corvette which was running badly in and Frank took EXCELLENT care of it. Very thorough, with superb craftsmanship and attention to detail. Could not be happier. They have a sign in the shop: "Cheap ain't good and good ain't cheap" and they follow that rule. Stay with Franks advice and you will be happy you did. I know I am! Car now runs fantastic and I would not hesitate to drive it to New York. Would like to give it more than five stars but that's not possible with Yelp. read more

I had been looking for a good shop in the SFV to work on my 55 Cadillac, well I found it! Frank at Automotive Classics was able to diagnose the problem and fix it fast. Frank is very knowledgeable and very reasonable when it comes to his prices, he definitely goes the extra mile to make sure you are pleased with his work. When i picked up my car he pointed out exactly what he did, showed me the old parts and we even took a spin to show me how the car was running after he rebuilt my car!. I would definetly like to say that if your looking for a shop in the SFV to work on your classic this should be your first stop. Omar N. read more

Frank is the best with Classics cars, save yourself some time and go straight to him. I took my 71 Chevelle to him and did some major performance upgrades to my 454 and everything turned out perfect. My car sounds beautiful and turns heads everywhere I go now thanks to Frank. read more

Frank a stand up guy im in the Sf Valley i have a 1967 Chevy Camaro put an alarm in it and it shorted out everything i took it to frank and he diagnosed the problem and fixed it in one day the price was fair i now have a home for my classic car needs read more

Amazing work from someone who obviously knows cars. Frank is handling a full restoration on my 67 Camaro and I know it's in great hands. Looking forward to the end result. read more

Love Frank and his team at Automotive Classics. Not only do they work on my personal Classic but I refer my friends and family there as well. Frank has done several cars for me including doing a full rebuild of a 350 turning it into a 383 stroker. He's fair and honest and does quality work. Look no further to trust someone with your classic hot rod or cruiser. Thanks again Frank! read more

Class act spot. Took my 65 F100 in and they did me right, even recommended things to save me some $$$...what?!?!? Will be back with my truck if/when it needs it. read more

My Yellow 1951 Ford F1 Truck needed some TLC. Frank and his crew at Automotive Classics took the time to discuss the issues, prioritize the fixes, deliver on the repairs, and do the work for reasonable prices. If you have a classic gem in your driveway and lack the time and/or knowledge to fix it up, take my advice and take it here. He turned my outdated widow-maker into a street-safe truck that's fun to drive with power windows, three point seat belts and disc brakes. Just look at the other beautiful classic cars in his yard. Other people with classic cars have already got the memo. Don't be too late to the party. Keep those beauties on the road! read more

So these guys pretty much took my money and did nothing really weird guys I don't know anything about cars so pretty sure that's y they did it cus when I took it to this other place they said everything was done all wrong so annoying how there's some mechanics like this and you can't do anything about it it sucks read more

Under new ownership since about 4/2010. Previous owner was great. He was trustworthy, charged reasonable prices, car was ready on time. I could not ask for more. But the new owner, Frank, manages to improve upon the previous owner's reputation !! I have a 2001 CRV Honda needing a 90,000 mile tune up, timing belt, etc. He not only did the job well, but detected other belts which were cracked. He charged me reasonable rates for the additional stuff too. He kept all of my parts so he could show me what was replaced. He also had my car washed (which was no small task since my car was filthy on the outside!) . But the icing was he also cleaned everything under the hood!! The engine area looked new ! Frank shows pride in his work . Frank was smart to keep the same business name and phone number of the previous owner. He clearly wants to convince the same customers to come back for repeat business. He has convinced me ! read more

Very happy with Frank & team's work on my 1968 Mustang. I had some major work done here, such as an engine rebuild, and dash area overhaul. I also took it back when I needed a new carburetor and distributor. I can trust Frank to recommend the best parts/repair job, for what is needed, instead of what is the most expensive or the cheapest route to take. read more

If you have a classic car we have found the perfect mechanic! Frank let us know up front what our '61 Ford Falcon would need to be up and running reliably. He gave us updates as he did the work so nothing on our final bill was a surprise. We've had the car back for over a month now and it has been running beautifully. He is now our go to guy as we continue to beautify and restore this classic. read more

I brought my 54 Belair in to get some lovin from Frank and the boys. They were quick, knowledgable and the price was better than I had expected. I've been here 3 times now and recommend them to anybody who needs work done on older models. read more

This place was amazing. The best customer service bar none! I went for a basic oil change and he serviced me better than i had expected. Frank showed me exactly what he was doing without me having to ask. He showed me a couple things my Dodge Durango needed and he gave a very reasonable price. Definitely would recommend this place to anyone and everyone. read more

I would defiantly recommend Automotive Classics, Frank is fair and honest. He fixed my car fast, and saved me money. He's very smart and knows his stuff. read more