Great service. Very professional and courteous. Ernesto at the front desk answered all my questions…read moreand outlined upcoming services to consider. No pressure on those services needed, which reinforces for me their trustworthiness. It is a great comfort to have a dependable car service business to rely on.

This place ripped me off terribly. They tried to overcharge me for exhaust manifolds on my Jeep. So…read moreI bought them myself and had them put them on. They flipped over a smog emissions valve on my Jeep so I could not pass smog. Another mechanic found the problem with me standing right there. The valve was clearly marked and it was flipped upside down. I had passed smog before they put the manifolds on I could not pass smog when they were done. They did this to me on purpose. The guy with the limp don't trust him

Great experience from the waiting room to the staff all around nice shop! Will be coming back!read more

Prices are great. Diagnostics was quite a bit less than most shops I looked at. Honest and friendly…read moremechanics z

My splash shield was dragging & I needed it repaired before heading back to Sacramento. Sammy met…read moreme at the location on time and completed the work with no issues. He was friendly, answered my questions and explained what he did to fix it. I was very satisfied with the work & it was done in less than 20 minutes!

Nazari was great with accommodating me last minute , met him at his shop in Salinas , I had an…read moreissue with my mini countryman "gas cap" fixed it in less than 5 min, no charge, so awesome, will definitely be returning for upcoming services!

The staff is great! Cindy and Joe are professional and concern about any issues regarding your…read morevehicle. My wait is long and a little expensive but it's all worth it at the long run. They keep me updated on the service they perform. I recommend TrustLane that you can trust! Ask for Cindy or Joe they both are happy to help and make you feel like home!

If you are debating whether to go to them...stop thinking and just GO. I needed brakes on a 2015…read morePrius. The amount was roughly $1,200. I said I couldn't afford it. I asked if I could do one set on that day (the rear) and the remaining set (front) in two weeks. The woman, Cindy, said sure! So I had them done. Then I came back two weeks later and had the front taken care of. Now here is what I experienced while waiting for the work to be done. I had my blind dog with me on both visits. First of all, it is the nicest, most accommodating seating / waiting area. There is a choice of comfortable bench seating by a window, barstool seating, and armchair seating. There are comic books on the center table. There is a coffee and snack station and tasteful art and information on the wall. It was clean, and honestly, relaxing. Whoever did their interior design did a stellar job. There is even a bulletin board where local services are posted and Cindy mentioned that if I had anything to post there that I was welcomed to put it up there as well. Now, back to the brakes. My poor car, has taken me to so many destinations. It literally has taken me on the road travelling, it has been my backup 'hotel', it has been my lunchroom between workday shifts, it has taken me to Los Angeles and handled the bumper to bumper traffic like a champ, and it has been my refuge for the occasional meditation session. Our cars go through so much don't they? Well, the new brakes work...so far no issues as far as I can tell. I don't have to press the brake down as much which is nice. There is no 'slipping' of the brake, it's smooth and is responsive to my foot. The mechanic was kind enough to show me some future fixes recommended. There was zero pressure to have anything additional done on that day which is a relief. The manager, Cindy, is professional...patiently listening to any questions that I had and was able to answer any of the doubts I had about the service. There was only one minor hiccup. I live in a very small space where storage is next to nothing. I have some items in my car trunk area. Apparently, when the brakes were getting tested, during one of the brakings, the back seats opened forward and my personal things were showing through. The mechanic that was doing the testing left them that way exposing my personal stuff. I got upset because that stuff is back there so its not obvious that I have it there. The seats have to be snapped in ....and for that to loosen takes some effort so I was upset because I thought it was intentionally done, although I wouldn't know why. So I called and spoke with Cindy and she listened patiently and even spoke with the mechanic who said he apologized for that happening. I had said that the seats should have been placed back in their position. Anyhow, I wanted to move past that and chalk it up as one of those anomalies that happens however puzzling it may have been. My ex-husband was a mechanic as well and I learned to be cautious is all from our experience having owned an automotive servicing business. So, overall, it was resolved and I felt better and Cindy was awesome and the brakes work and that's done. Long story short, do I recommend them???? So far, Yes! I will be going back for some additional work shocks/springs in a few months time. There was nothing sketchy about them, the pricing...well, it seemed a little steep to me but that seems to be the trend now-a-days anyways so may as well pay for the great service, the great waiting area, the wonderful mechanic communication, the up front pricing and the flexible work arrangements. Service Requested...Done. Value...I think it's good....Quality...Good. Cindy was top notch! Thank you.

I don't think service gets any better than what I received from Bob…read more We just bought a new RV in Grass Valley and flat towed our Subaru Forrester from there to Salinas no problems. Then we drove the car maybe 10 miles and noticed that when I engaged the clutch it would stop the car. I knew it had to do with the tow brake we had installed which is a cable that runs from the bumper to the pedal. So I called Bob who at first said he couldn't get to us until Sunday (This is Thursday) and when I told him we were trying to leave Salinas Sunday he got us in that day at 2. Get a call around 11 from Bob saying he's on his way. Bob gets here and looks at what's going on and takes the time to watch multiple videos on YouTube to understand the project. An adjustment to the breakaway lock by placing it 1/4 of an inch back took care of my problem and he only charged the initial fee. I can't recommend this gentleman enough if you want an honest mechanic with a great ethic.

This man is amazing he pays attention to detail. Fixing cars is his passion ! I will definitely…read morereach out him going forward . Easy to work with as he communicates and explains throughly . Very honest man !

My fuel pump went down on my Lexus and I text Chavez Mobile Repair very early morning and Luis…read moreresponded out to my work within the hour. After overnighting the part I needed from Los Angeles, Luis responded back out to my work a few hours later and got me back on the road. Excellent communication, responsive service and a great price...Well deserved 5 stars and my new go to mechanic...Thank you Luis!

We called Louis to fix an electrical problem for my 92 yr old Mom's 2000 Toyota Avalon. He was…read moreworking out of town but still came to us the same day. By the end of the day, he had installed a new alternator & belt (both had been original equipment: it was time!) His diagnostics, part retrieval and quick, accurate work are so deeply appreciated! We are grateful to have a go-to mechanic again after the retirement of our long-time friend Ralph Salas. Louis is kind, respectful, knowledgeable and professional--and his prices are super reasonable, even for those of us on fixed incomes.

Absolutely the worst car shop in Salinas. And I see the…read moreowner likes the reply and act though, but not with me... No intimidation here! take as it is, Your shop sucks. and you are a very arrogant, rude and miserable person that shouldn't even be owning a shop if you can't take criticism. And I'm not deleting anything. I went in for a simple oil change and completely regretted it. The staff was rude, careless, and acted like they didn't even want to work. The prices are ridiculously high for the kind of lazy service they provide. I would not trust them with my car at all. Save yourself the headache and go somewhere else. First and last time I ever step foot in that place.

i will never go back to this place again. I was quoted a price and was told I would be informed if…read moreit would cost more but didn't inform me and charged me almost double of the quote and then charged me for some new items only to find they were used. Horrible service

We have been going to this auto repair shop for over 20 years. That alone should tell you…read moresomething. We have followed them with their move many years ago. They are honest, fair, respectful and we trust them 100%. This is an auto shop you can trust and as a woman that is very important. I am very thankful we have an auto repair shop in our community like Salinas Auto Repair. I highly recommend this place.

My BMW had an oil leak coming from bottom engine area, Cuco and Junior replaced oil pan, did a…read moregreat job, very friendly atmosphere. I recommend them for sure!

This was first visit to CARS and they did not disappoint…read more Michelle the General Manager was friendly, attentive, knowledgeable, and professional. I was a last-minute walk-in, 30 minutes before closing time, and she and her team made the time to take care of my car before closing. I discovered they specialize in bodywork, mechanical, restorations, classics, muscle cars, imports, etc. there's literally nothing they don't do well. I'm new to the area and I've had to tough time finding my new go-to local mechanic shop that rivals over-inflated dealer parts and labor prices. They're located in Salinas, and absolutely worth the trip.

I came to CARS recently after another shop told me my car needed a repair costing around $4,800…read more Before spending that kind of money, I wanted to understand exactly what was wrong with my car and why such an expensive repair was necessary. Unfortunately, the other shop gave me very few answers. I paid $305 for the diagnosis, but the report I received from the other shop was extremely basic. They also didn't give me a list of the parts that needed to be replaced, a breakdown of the labor costs, or much of an explanation of how they came to the conclusion that I needed a $4,800 repair. When I asked for more information, they were irritated with me and very dismissive. When I went to CARS, the experience was completely different. Michelle, the Office Manager, has been wonderful. She is extremely knowledgeable about automotive repairs, but more importantly, she knows how to explain things in a way that makes sense to someone who isn't a mechanic. She genuinely wants her customers to understand what's going on with their vehicle and feel comfortable with their options. I never felt rushed, talked down to, or pressured. At CARS, asking questions is welcomed, and you're treated with patience and respect. I'm extremely grateful to Michelle and CARS for their patience, kindness, and willingness to help. It's refreshing to find a repair shop that makes you feel like an informed and respected customer, rather than just another opportunity to make money!

Eddie is very knowledgeable on foreign cars as well as domestic cars. He consistently learns the…read moreadvanced technology of today's automobile. I never feel that I was overcharged for his services. I highly recommend Garcia's Auto Repair for all your car needs & oil changes. Eddie has worked on all my cars for 20 years & I will continue to do business with him. My friends & family are pleased and satisfied with the work Eddie has done for them. Take your car to Garcia's Auto Repair and you'll see for yourself that Eddie is highly educated in all your car needs.

The owner of the shop is a blessing all around. I was on a travel job in salinas and my radiator…read morehose exploded causing me a big headache. I had one day to get it fixed before returning home back up north. He was kind enough to help me and get me on my way, answered all my questions and explained. Veryy honest and trustworthy mechanic. I wish i lived close to get all my vehicles checked. Soon i will pay him a visit to inspect my vehicles whenever i get the chance! Thank you so much garcia!! You are a blessing and God Bless You !