Rio figured out why my battery kept draining. A relief after spending hundreds at a different…read morerepair garage and using up all my AAA roadside assistance in less then a month, because the service I got was useless. You only get 3 service calls a year with AAA roadside assistance. Thankfully , Rio knew what to do. He was actually recommended to me by one off the AAA roadside assistance persons. I recommend this repair and smog station to everyone because I have been so pleased. Its actually a bit of trek from where I live but worth it for the confidence I have in the work and pricing.

Great service no time to waste and a pleasant owner. Just make an appointment. Location easy to…read morefind,no hassle.

Real solid work done in a timely manner. I came in he assessed my brakes for free and then order…read morethe parts and got it done all within an hour. I got my brakes and rotors on my front axle replaced. The gentleman robert had a good attitude and explain things simply

They were great! I took my vehicle back to them several times to figure out the check engine light…read moreand they got the job done!

I took my 2014 Mercedes to 1701 Auto Care because of a metal rattling noise coming from the front,…read moreand they were excellent from start to finish. They diagnosed the issue quickly, explained what was going on in a really clear way, and even pointed out another repair that genuinely needed attention. Nothing felt pushy, just honest, knowledgeable service. They finished the work faster than I expected, and the car drives fine now. Really solid shop with great communication and fast turnaround. I'll definitely be coming back.

I had both my brakes and battery done here. Very professional and responsive! This time, my car was…read moresitting too long for not driving, it was dead. I thought it was battery issue, change the battery. The car was still not working. Towed to the 1701 Auto Care. They found out it is the key not sync with the car. Rekeyed my car key. It works like a charm now. We are glad it was not a bigger issue. Thank you.

Huge thanks to Brian and the crew at Bauer. The work they did on my Porsche was flawless--clean,…read moreprecise, and clearly done with care. It is rare to find a shop this consistent with both quality and service. Can't recommend them enough

After I purchased a used 2007 Cayman S, I read up on bore scoring issues and got some serious…read morepost-purchase jitters! I brought my car to Bauerwerks and met Bryan, one of the most relaxed and down-to-earth mechanics I've ever met. He did a full inspection on the car, pointed out some problem areas, and we had a good discussion on how I could wrench on the car myself to solve these problems if I so desired. Since then, I've replaced the torn motor mount and replaced the 18 year old stock suspension with some high-speed aftermarket parts. I cannot recommend Bryan and Bauerwerks highly enough, this shop is a breath of fresh air in the auto scene.

I had the real experience recently…read more My car needed some more extensive repair and mantenance. They were able to complete ALL the work riddiculously quickly... something likenfour hours. The rate was super reasonable for what was done, as well. They also went above and beyond, IMO; a scraping noise started after the repair. I waited two weeks to see if it would go away. It didn't. So, I went back and explained the situation. They said to bring the car over ASAP and tbey would look at it. I did. The mechanic stopped what they were doing immediately, attended to the car, and resolved the issue. No extra fee. Beyond pleased! Thank you Thank you Thank you

I love this family-operated auto shop. Easy to talk to and down to help out on whatever project…read moreneeds doing. My partner discovered them to work on her Scion, and they have done great things for that vehicle. I've used them to help with my Miata to do cylinder compression tests and discharge the AC system so we can pull the motor. I love that they are willing to do what needs doing on a very generous timeline. Highly recommended.

Tony and his team were able to quickly diagnose and resolve multiple tail and brake light issues…read moreacross two vehicles - a Ford and a Kia - and to resolve them completely at a fair price. Tony, the owner, even did the work himself. It was also easy to make an appointment by calling ahead. We will be going back to TMS Automotive for any similar issues in the future and have found our Bay Area mechanic! On time, reasonably priced, educational, and pleasant to work with.

Our 2013 Mini Cooper (Highgate convertible) experienced some serious trauma, followed by disaster,…read morerealized it was a cracked engine and then made aware of some meta-problems concerning the shrinking Mini service scene here. Did a lot of research. We were introduced to these guys and impressed by the way Tony didn't seem to flinch at what was a huge and maybe futile job. Engine, cooling system, transmission, more, all renewed. Attention to detail is evident. Great communication. We always felt our car was in good hands. Grateful!

Ali and Charlene took great care of me again! Problem with my daughter's Subaru Crosstrek was very…read moremysterious. Ali tested the car thoroughly and was able to take care of the problem. Fast, friendly, and professional. You can trust this business implicitly!

It almost feels unfair to give Montclair Auto Tech only five stars, because they've earned so much…read moremore. My family has been coming here for over 20 years, and in all that time, we've never trusted anyone else with our cars or our peace of mind. I still remember being stranded in Southern California because my Volvo XC70 broke down. I called the local dealership and got a quote that I wasn't sure about. I reached out to Ali, and his depth of knowledge was staggering. He confirmed the pricing and was even able to accurately break down the labor and parts costs. He also gave me a few questions to ask just to be safe. That kind of reassurance, from hundreds of miles away, was priceless. Now that I drive a Lexus, Montclair Auto Tech is still the only place I'll take it for service or repairs. Their honesty, skill, and consistency are unmatched. I'm deeply grateful for this shop. They have my highest recommendation.

Been going to Matt for several years to service all our cars (Honda CRV, Toyota Prius and RAV4)…read more Very knowledgeable, fair prices, doesn't try to upsell you on unnecessary services.

What could improve? Just stay away from this shady overpriced business. The Matt guy uses all kinds…read moreof excuses to not be blamed for the shoddy work he just did. This Matt guy tries to cover up his mistakes. If you you screwed up, which you did, just admit it. All of the suggestions Matt made that needed to change in my car did not affect its usage for many thousands of miles. To this day, none was changed and still runs great. He wants you to change all of the components to make more money. What a scam. Like I said, all of the components he suggested I have NOT changed and the car has over 278,000+ miles since it was improperly fixed. Which I corrected on my own. You're lucky you got 1 star. If I could give zero stars I would.

Got my service B done on the Benz here. Joe was very helpful, thorough and communicated well. I had…read moreno rush, as it could've been completed the same day, so I requested to pickup the following day. When service was done, I received a call and was told of other recommended services. I asked if they could write those down so I could schedule to get those worked on. It was great because Joe prioritized which items he felt should be worked on first. Picked up my car and it was definitely running better than when I dropped it off. Definitely recommend this place and will return.

I found out what happened…read more "SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Autopsy reports revealed causes of death for four family members who died on October 8 inside their home in an upscale San Francisco neighborhood. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner reports, obtained by KRON4 Wednesday, confirmed that one of the family members died by suicide and three family members were homicide victims. Thomas Russell Ocheltree's brother found the four bodies inside 930 Monterey Boulevard on October 8, the reports state. The brother was "performing a well-being check" on the family because he was unable to reach Ocheltree over the phone, according to the reports. After making a shocking and heartbreaking discovery, he called 911. Police officers and paramedics swarmed the large house. Police officers investigate a San Francisco home where four bodies were found inside on Oct. 8, 2025. (KRON4 Photo) The youngest victim was Ocheltree's 9-year-old daughter, Mackenzie Lou Ann Ocheltree. Investigators determined that she was shot once in her bedroom. Mackenzie's 12-year-old sister, Alexandra Grace Ocheltree, was shot twice in a different bedroom. Their 57-year-old father, Thomas Ocheltree, had been shot twice in the chest and once in the neck. According to the reports, the manner of death for the girls and their father were ruled as homicides. Paula Truong, 53, was Thomas Ocheltree's wife and the mother of Mackenzie and Alexandra. Truong's manner of death was determined to be a suicide, the reports state. Unlike her deceased family members, her body was not found lying in her bed. Truong was found inside the garage. A relative previously told KRON4, "My brother and his two precious daughters were victims of a horrific crime. Our family is shocked and devastated."

Jason's Auto Service was recommended to us by our mechanic when he retired…read more They have been terrific. My husband and I both have OLD cars and, thanks to the team there, we plan to keep them for a long time. We find them fair, honest, very helpful. Customer service is really great. We recommend them to all of our friends. It's so great to have a reliable mechanic!

Great shop near my office (convenient location)…read more Last Thursday morning , the radiator on my Mazda started leaking. I really wanted to get it fixed before the weekend. My usual shop was too backed up to take me as a walk- in. I called Tyler to explain my problem and he ageed to look at my car at noon (same day) By 4 pm my car was fixed ... he diagnosed the problem , ordered the part, and got the car ready by the end of the day. I am super happy and glad I found this shop!