I found out about this place from my uncle while I was looking for reliable mechanic in the area. Raymond is an amazing mechanic I took my car to him multiple times for services and even when my car had to get towed. He was able to fix it same day and the cost was cheaper than I what I would pay compared to taking it to the dealership. The only issue is the lack of space to get inside, but it's good enough for most vehicles. read more

I brought the van in because of a weird sound in the engine. It turned just to need oil for the power steering. They could easily have made up some diagnosis and charged a fortune, instead it was $20. read more

It's hard finding a mechanic I can trust. A friend of mine referred me to Raymond. Brought my Lexus GX470 in. The ABS, VSC lights came on. I was assuming it was the speed sensor. Raymond checked the OBD and the fuses. Turns out, it, was just a fuse. I could have easily have been ripped off. Hopefully, the next time I come here is for regular maintenance. Highly recommend this place! read more

Raymond and the guys are simply the best. They helped my Gen 1 montero get back in the road after 6 years under the sun. they are so good and trustworthy that I came back to get my AC repaired. They will give you great over he phone advice if you are mechanically knowledge and will help you as much as they can before telling you that it needs to be inspected by them. Highly recommend this shop for all Mitsubishi Gen 1 owners!! read more

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FAULTY MECHANIC WORK COST ME $1,000.00+ in addition to $2,000.00 paid for 'REPAIRS 'DON'T TRUST THESE MECHANICS W UR VEHICLE & $$$$$.  When I took 4yo car in for ongoing overheating, C told I must replace entire radiator which was over $500. Then, two days after I left there with the brand new radiator the entire engine blew. You would think  competent mechanics - with many decades of experience - would have known that this engine was beyond needing only a $500 repair radiator replaced. No offer of compensation to me for the wasted $700. Wish I'd learned from that lesson but instead went again w my next vehicle, to have yet again radiator work done - or at least inspected. This time Chai had retired and the newer mechanic, very, very rude incompetent RAYMOND promptly removed the hoses from my radiator - and in so doing - let all of the freon out of my AC system. He denied that he'd done so and refused to replace the freon let alone make the repair that I had to come for in the first place before he caused this EXPENSIVE MECHANICAL ERROR. With the heatwave in summer for several weeks at temps up to 115°,  I had to spend $350.00 elsewhere to have the freon replaced and system serviced. . read more

The owner Chai is the best! I have been coming to this shop for over 10 years. He has been so helpful and also fair with his prices. Every time I bring in my car he'll fix small things he sees wrong if they are quick and didnt charge me for it. read more

my A/C broke when I entered the Nevada desert on my one-way drive from Chicago to LA I have a 2011 Honda CRV and have heard A/C problems are common with them. was really worried that this would cost $1000s!!! but C&A to the rescue!! they fixed my A/C AND replaced the serpentine belt for under $300 in a few hours. (I bought the new A/C part on Amazon before coming to them) Chai was super honest about how to fix my car and did not try to upsell anything. I live near Culver City but it is well worth the drive to get such great service and prices from honest people. definitely recommend them and will definitely be coming back if I need any car service read more

I have a 1997 Mitsubishi 3000 GT and the owner Chi is a genius when it comes to maintaining my vehicle in tip top shape! I will never sell this car as it truly runs as perfectly as the day I bought it. It's so hard to believe - and I've had many people make me offers to buy it when I'm out driving in it! But I decline every time as this is a well built one of a kind car. Chi has always made a quick diagnosis and repair with extremely reasonable pricing. I really hope he never retires. So if your 3000 GT needs a little TLC, C&A is THE place to go. I've never taken it anywhere else since moving here to Los Angeles 10+ years ago! read more

I have be coming to C & A Auto Center for over 20 years. And Chai & Art has always fixed, repaired, custom upgrade and modified. Everyone of my different vehicles. If you need to a very trustworthy mechanic. And reasonable prices. I would recommend anyone of you that have any vehicle problems come here first before you go anywhere else. read more

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Chai, Art and raymond are very honest and really good mechanics. They are one of the Best mitsubishi specialist in socal. My only go to shop for whatever i need for my truck. read more

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Chai and Art is very knowledgable at what they do. Wouldn't go to anyonelse. Thanks guys !

Experts in Mitsubishi &more . Fixed some things on my 3000gt and now good as new.if you own a 3000gt and need work done this is your place! read more

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If you are looking for a good mechanic who has the experience and HONESTY a mechanic needs to have then look no further. I brought Chai my 3000gt VR4, it needed the oxygen sensors (4) replaced, thermostat, valve cover gasket, output shaft seal on my transmission replaced. When I got the car back I was happy to see that everything was fixed, and on top of that he didn't charge any unneccessary fees for doing labor on something that was already being worked on. They even fixed a couple of odds and ends that needed to be addressed for free! Chai didn't try to sell me anything, or tell me that things needed to be replaced. I like that! He did the work with good quality, and for a very affordable rate. When someone is working on your car you need them to be one thing, honest. This is what you get at C&A. Honesty and quality care for your car! Chai and Art run a great business, if you need a family mechanic who is honest and very very affordable please do yourself a favor and call C&A. read more

Well, after 2 weeks of waiting. I finally got my car back, I'm very happy with the service and work done to my 94 vr4. Car runs strong and ready to enjoy it. I highly recommend his shop for mitsubishi cars especially 3000gt. Thanks to Chai & Art read more

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The owner, Chai was a Mitsubishi master tech back in the 1990's when the 3000gt/stealth first hit US shores. He has been specializing in these complex machines for over 20 years so if you are having any issues with your car, this is the place to bring it to. The shop is very small so they rely on repeat customers for their business. This means customer satisfaction is top priority. The pricing is very good considering how labor intensive these cars are. Rest assured your high performance sports car will not leave the shop until everything is perfect. read more

Just got some work done with them. Extremely knowledgeable of Mitsubishi especially Monteros. They were fast and affordable. They even took their time to mention things I do not need and what would be a waste of money! Once all the work was the done they showed me the old parts and explained how everything works. All in all, friendly and affordable. I live in Torrance but will be coming here from now on. Its worth the drive! read more

One of the best Auto repair Service. Super Friendly mechanic's. They know what is wrong. Chi & Art. The two best mechanics to go to. Stock or even tricked out cars... They will find the problem and fix it.... I do recommend for a lot of drivers to go to this mechanic. read more

I probably should have done this a long time ago. When you find the best, it's important to let everyone know. I have been going to C & A for years. You won't find a more honest and experienced mechanic if you searched all of California and then some. The work is always top notch, they're quick and reliable, and their prices unbeatable. I've come in thinking that I needed like a lot of work, only to find out that it turned out to be something very simple. For example, the last time I went in I was told I needed a new sensor and probably the water pump had to be replaced . When I called only several hours later, he told me all I needed was a radiator cap and a couple of fuses . He fixed four issues for a handful of dollars! Instead of taking advantage of a girl , the exact opposite has always been true. Chai explains everything I don't understand, and I always leave feeling grateful. I will trust my car to no other mechanic. When he retires I guess I'll have to retire my car and start taking Uber!( As it is now I have AAA premier's 200 mi tow so if something happens I can always make it there! LOL) This is easily a five-star repair shop -so consider yourself blessed to have found it. read more

Open early at 8.00am and close ON 6.00 pm Monday to Saturday they will close on Sunday very highly recommend for people who need to modify your car or normal tune up. Very cheap and honestly mechanic their name is chai (guy with glasses) and art a short guy. They are very nice and explain everything you need to know clearly read more

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Such solid and trustworthy mechanics! I've never written a Yelp review before, but felt like I had to for the A+++ service I got on my car yesterday. They were so kind to me, and fixed my car in record time, and were super affordable. Really honest, felt like I could trust them from the get go, which doesn't happen often with mechanics! I'm going to go back to these guys for years. 10/10 would recommend! read more

took care of my VR4 timing belt. car runs strong. other mechanics couldn't get it right. thanks

Time and again Chai has always delivered. I've been coming here for over 10 years since I got my 3000GT base model and then VR4. He has always kept my car well maintained and always answered any questions I had. He is the most honest mechanic you will ever find and is always looking out to replace only what you need to replace. I can go here knowing my money is always well spent and never worry about being ripped off. He knows 3000GT's inside and out and I've even called him when I was stranded hundreds of miles away just for his advice so I wouldn't get ripped off at other shops. Chai and Art have always come through and delivered above expectations. read more

Chai is the 3K GT guru. Historically he's worked on my 95 VR4 and just today finished my 97 base. He replaced the clutch, radiator, other cooling items and now she runs better than when I bought her 20 years ago. All for a bargain price. I live in the Del Rey area but it's well worth the drive to Van Nuys so the repair is done right. Namaste, Chai...until we meet again... read more

I can't trust my car to anyone other than Art and Chai, their excellency is superb, honest to goodness mechanics, tested and proven otherwise my car Won't be running for 24 years and counting, I salute you guys you're awesome, thank you for being around, highly recommended to anyone!!! read more

I've been taking my cars to Chi for almost 20 years and I wouldn't trust anyone else. He is honest, trustworthy and super affordable. I've moved all over LA and continue to make the drive to Chi because he is the best. He is the only guy to go to in all of Los Angeles. I highly recommend him. read more

Chai is the man!!! If you own a dodge stealth twin turbo /Mitsubishi 3000gt vr4 or any import this is the shop you wanna have your vehicle inspected. Chai is a certified "Misubishi Tech" so thats where this Honest men really shines. I recommend every one to his shop. Thank you chai. read more

I haven't been here in a while because I do most of my own work. But Chai is awesome. He knows what he's doing, he has very competitive prices, he's fast, and best of all he's honest. Being your car here. you won't regret it! read more

Chai & Art are simply fabulous. They do better work at a significantly lower cost than any other garage I have been to. Honest, straightforward, friendly, all that you could ask for in a garage. You will not find better. read more