I am sad to report that this shop has closed. Jeff was a great mechanic and took wonderful care of…read moremy MINI, Acura, and Accord. Please Jeff reply to this review with the location of your new repair shop.

After calling a few mechanics in the Fairfield area about having a pre-purchase inspection on a…read moreVolvo, I decided to go with Auto Repair Solutions because it had the highest number of Yelp Reviews in the area for European cars. After arranging the inspection on a Friday morning, I waited to hear back from the mechanic after the buyer told me the car had been inspected--NOTHING for hours. I tried calling Jeff (the mechanic) several times, leaving messages each time without so much as a callback. When he finally called me back, he didn't tell me anything about the car except "it looked good". I asked if he had taken any photos of the car or if he had any kind of report he could email or text me and he said "no". I asked if there was anything specifically about the car that I should be aware of for the future--something every mechanic can comment on--to which his reply was, "Not really." As someone who has had several PPIs from different mechanics over the years, I've never been told that there was no inspection report at all--nothing about the tires or the brake pads or the filters or fluid levels or the body of the car or the interior. NOTHING. So, by the time I rescheduled anther PPI with a different mechanic on the following workday in the area, the owner ended up selling the car I planned on buying.

I had a major engine issue with my Subaru and was initially told by a dealership that I might need…read morea full engine replacement, which would have cost me a lot more. I decided to get a second opinion and brought my car to Vacaville Autopro. Vishan and his team did an excellent job diagnosing the real issue and fixed only what was necessary. They replaced the right side cylinder head instead of recommending unnecessary work. The car is now running smooth and strong. I truly appreciate their honesty, professionalism, and skill. They saved me thousands of dollars. It's hard to find a trustworthy shop these days, but this is definitely one of them. Highly recommended!

Went to get our steering wheel replaced here today for our Fj cruiser. The assistant and owner were…read morevery friendly. Accomodating and efficient work. We were in and out of the shop fast. We will be going here for future repairs!

I stopped in at monty's with a 05 dodge with a HO 5.9. they ran a diagnostic and helped me find my…read moreproblem. 4 other shops wouldnt help me or had time on a saturday morning. They didnt charge me! ill definitly be back

We're new to town and so grateful to have found Monty's Automotive! When our Mazda CX-5 wouldn't…read morestart and a jump didn't work, we had it towed here, fully expecting to be hit with a big repair bill. Instead, they charged the battery, hooked up a monitor to check for discharging (which was thankfully minimal), and road-tested the car. They determined the battery might have a defect but didn't recommend replacing it just yet. I even received some friendly advice on better battery brands. Their honesty was so refreshing--they didn't even want to charge me for their time or the diagnostic! A neighbor had recommended them as a longtime, trustworthy shop, and they truly lived up to that reputation. I felt guilty not paying for their time, so I asked them to do an oil change just to support their business. We'll definitely be avoiding the local Mazda dealership (who took us to the cleaners with a previous repair) and coming to Monty's from now on. If you're looking for an honest, reliable mechanic, this is the place to go. Highly recommend!

Not only an incredible mechanic, but he will help you figure out what's going on with your vehicle…read more I couldn't recommend this mechanic anymore. I WILL be going back as well as anyone in my family for future issues with my car!!

Brian is the best! If you want a reliable, honest, and affordable mechanic, Brian is your guy. He…read moreis willing to travel anywhere in the bay area and is very responsive and very efficient!

Location- right around right corner from me which is great as I can walk home…read more Small family business with good communication Had oil change and no problems They have an intuitive coupon program by signing up UPDATE: they have moved to "hamburger" hill area and took my my old auto shop location. I will try them for auto repair and see how it goes

If TEN STARS were an option, Family Auto Center would earn every one of them…read more I initially brought my vehicle to Family Auto Center in Vacaville for a specialized installation that only certified mechanics can perform. Although it's a 45-minute drive from my home, it quickly became clear that the distance was irrelevant -- the quality of service was worth far more than the convenience of proximity. From the first interaction, the professionalism, transparency, and efficiency of Sean, Nicole, and their team stood out. The installation was completed flawlessly, pricing was fair and clearly explained, and my vehicle was serviced promptly without compromising attention to detail. What began as a one-time visit has turned into a long-term relationship. Family Auto Center is now the only place I will take my 2024 Ford Explorer -- whether for routine maintenance or more complex repairs. My husband's experience further confirmed what I already believed. He owns a 2007 Nissan Titan that he's deeply attached to and has been carefully researching where to invest in significant restoration work. He is not someone who makes quick decisions -- he studies reviews, checks BBB ratings, gathers multiple estimates, and asks thorough questions. Yet after meeting Sean, observing how the team interacted with customers, and hearing the clarity and depth with which repairs were explained, he didn't need any of that. As we left, he simply said, "That's the guy I want fixing my truck." That statement speaks volumes. What impressed us most wasn't just technical expertise -- it was integrity. In an industry where customers can sometimes feel uninformed or vulnerable, particularly women with limited mechanical knowledge, Sean and his team operate with refreshing honesty. There is no upselling, no inflated urgency, no vague explanations -- only straightforward communication and well-documented recommendations. I've had experiences with dealerships and quick oil-change chains that left me questioning both pricing and necessity of suggested repairs. At Family Auto Center, I feel informed, respected, and confident in every decision made regarding my vehicle. The name "Family Auto Center" is fitting. Not only is it family-owned and operated, but the culture reflects accountability, cooperation, and shared standards of excellence. You don't feel like a transaction -- you feel valued. It's rare to encounter a business that combines deep mechanical knowledge -- from vintage vehicles to today's complex computer-driven models -- with genuine warmth and ethical consistency. Even conversations with other customers in the waiting area reflect the same theme: long-term loyalty built on trust. I rarely take the time to write reviews. But when a business consistently demonstrates integrity, competence, and respect, it deserves recognition. Thank you, Sean and Nicole, for running your business with authenticity and expertise. You've earned not only our trust, but our continued loyalty.

Normally I trust only Porsche specialists to work on my 2015 911 GTS. However, I know Antonio, the…read moreowner, is a car enthusiast(Lotus owner) and his shop works on specialty cars, so I entrusted the 8 years major maintenance service to his shop. I liked that Antonio provided detailed estimates so I can agreed to the work to be done and be comfortable with the approximate cost. For this service my car was in the shop for 3 days, during which engine oil and filter were replaced, as were spark plugs, the drive belt, engine air filters (requiring removal of back bumper), and brake fluids. All work were completed professionally. I had authorized new brake pads and rotors for the rear, but the shop was honest in letting me know that the pads still had 6mm and the rotors were OK, so we deferred the work to save on unnecessary cost. The shop also provided extra service at no additional labor charge, such as testing the 12V battery, and repairing a broken windshield washer hose. My car has center lock wheels and to repack the center lock nut required a special paste which was very difficult to source. Antonio found a supply at a local Honda motorcycle shop and picked it up himself. My car had trouble passing smog as it is a weekend car and not driven enough for some of the engine monitors to register. Fortunately for me, the shop's computer has some Porsche functionalities and the shop was able to complete a drive cycle successfully allowing me to smog the car. Best of all, the service costs were reasonable and saved me thousands compared to service at a Porsche dealership.

We needed service on our vehicles air conditioning. It was an issue the dealership wanted to charge…read moreus way more than the problem was worth. So the customer service could definitely been better. The woman we both spoke to on the phone was not professional and had a know-it-all attitude. I get being slightly arrogant as a personality trait but WOW. That's something I cannot stand. But, we needed to get our car fixed so we put up with her attitude. Luckily the owner made sure to make sure we got optimal service and despite her actions, he took responsibility and didn't make a bad situation worse.

This was my first time visiting and Abe was so patient with me bothering him and asking questions…read more I'm not the most knowledgeable on cars, but he explained everything to me in a way I could understand. I had some anxiety trying a new place, but after a poor experience at the dealership, I decided to come here and was not disappointed. I had all of my brake pads and rotors changed on my VW Taos, with a way better price than what I was quoted at the dealership as a plus. My car now brakes smoothly, with no more gross squeaking or vibrations. They even used way better quality parts for my car than what I would've gotten at the dealer. I would 100% come back.

Stopped in for air and possible tire rotation. Super nice and fast and received a good quote for…read moretires. Will be back

I've been searching for a trustworthy car repair shop in the area…read more Chose this shop due to excellent reviews and getting a great vibe when I called and spoke with the owner Eric about the repairs I needed. Had my car's timing belt, water pump, valve cover gasket and drive belts replaced by them. They did a great job. Very reasonable price. They completed the job within the time promised. They even cleaned the valve cover without charging extra! Very nice people, very reasonable price, trustworthy, and very professional. Highly recommend. Yes, I will be back for future maintenance and repair.

They diagnosed the problem with our car quickly and were able to offer a solution while explaining…read morein detail answering questions we had with friendliness and expertise.