Car nerds is absolutely amazing! Liz at the front is a genuine bright star :) So upbeat & positive! Their mechanics Louis & Ben are top notch ! I had my car towed in expecting major and expensive repair but it turned out to be a simple fix. They had me back on the road in 10 minutes.! What impressed me the most was their honesty and integrity. They could've easily told me I needed costly repairs but instead they diagnose the actual problem and fixed only what was necessary. That's the kind of trustworthy service. That's hard to find these days.! I am incredibly grateful for honesty and efficiency. If you're looking for a mechanic, you can truly trust. I highly recommend Car Nerds ...Rony The owner definitely knows what he's doing. THANKS a ton car nerds ! :-) read more

Professional, knowledgeable, and what sets them apart from other auto shops is their responsiveness. They respond extremely fast and provide transparent updates to reassure the customer. They even followed up with me a few days later to make sure everything was running okay which I have never had that type of customer experience from an auto shop. They are great and I am a returning customer. read more

I couldn't recommend them more! Very fast response time, prices are very fair and amazing service!

Whenever I come across a local business with 5 stars, I'm under the impression reviews are fabricated. That is far from the case with Car Nerds! Less than a week ago, I opened a project via Yelp to seek quotes to inspect my car's engine coolant warning. The reviews for both the Santa Monica and Torrance locations caught my attention. But what really stood out to me was Rony's responsiveness. I made it clear in my request I wasn't sure if my issue was rooted in a faulty sensor or truly low fluid. So Rony offered to do an inspection first, instead of prematurely assigning an unreasonable or high quote like certain dealerships/competing shops. Liz over at the front desk was kind, personable, and professional. She set the tone for the shop to be welcoming and easygoing. And while it wasn't necessary, she directed me towards their fridge to grab a drink while waiting. Most repair shops just have a broken water cooler that spills all over. (so this was a nice touch) I'm a naturally inquisitive person. So by the end of my car's inspection and quick/minor repair, I had questions about: - why I saw a specific warning on my dashboard - how things work etc. Rony was kind of enough to pop the hood of my car and explain in layman's terms what he was seeing and the solve. My only note is that the mechanic arrived a tad late past the agreed appointment time. In the grand scheme of things, not a huge deal to me because of the high degree of customer service & efficiency. I also verified by the end of my visit that this is a full-service shop. Consider me a likely returning customer for an eventual oil change. Thanks so much team! read more

My brakes went out on my 2015 Prius and I took it to another mechanic after their quote I decided to shop around and thankfully found Car Nerds! Not only was the work exceptional, they were able to do the repair quickly and the price was so reasonable and has a warranty. Super accommodating staff as well. Plus they are located 5 minutes away from my house! I'll definitely be going to them for both of my vehicles from now on. read more

We've all had oil changes or auto repair of some sort. However, Car Nerds is a completely different experience! We've all sat in the oily, dirty side hall of a jiffy Lube, or auto dealer. Well, not here! At Car Nerds, its auto repair/body repair meets 90's arcade. What I like about Car Nerds is, it really is like stepping back into the 90's, being treated like an important customer, given your choice of posh beverage, check out the nostalgic memorabilia, play a game or chat with the staff. Relax in one of the gaming chairs or Jeep couches and enjoy an obscure carbonated beverage, or matcha drink. But best of all... are the PRICES!! Each price is made individually based on each customers needs! Not a cookie cutter price sheet given by a corporation set before you arrive! This is a long review because I've been well cared for there and blown away that the prices beat ALL of the COMPETITORS! Even Jiffy Lube! Not just $10, but a third! My point... I've found my car and motorcycle repair shop HOME! And I'm staying! WELCOME TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD CAR NERDS read more

Reasonable price for quality service! Used Yelp to connect some local auto repair shop for a malfunctioning blind spot detection sensor, only car nerds said they can work on it, but all others said they don't have that equipment and software for it. The bracket for mounting the sensor is cracked, they replace the broken bracket and calibrate the ADAS. All work now without any alerts. read more

I have been using Card Nerds for vehicle maintenance and repairs and am very happy I found them because unfortunately my experience with other auto repair shop is that they ofter overcharge or try to up sell your service, particularly if you are a single woman. Ronnie will checkout your vehicle and doesn't charge for estimates, only charge you for the necessary work. They are reasonable & fair. I highly recommend Car Nerds. read more

Car Nerds gives five star service the whole way through. Liz who you schedule with is super friendly, accommodating to your schedule needs and gives accurate timelines. The owner is very communicative on what your car needs, taking the time to explain and their quotes are very reasonable. I also like that if your car is under warranty they take that into consideration of what they recommend you do with them versus with the dealer to ensure your warranty isn't voided. All in all very ethical and doesn't feel like a typical car shop. They also work on brands of vehicles that other service shops don't which makes them a go to. read more

My family and I have been taking our cars to Car Nerds since they opened their first location in Santa Monica, and the high quality of service, deep care, attention to detail, and genuine kindness has been no less at the Redondo location. I will continue to trust my vehicle with Ronny at Car Nerds. Thank you for all that you do! As a woman, knowing I have a trusted auto shop to go to makes life far less stressful! read more

I walked in for an oil change, and the wait was worth it. The mechanics also topped fluids, did a full inspection, and made recommendations that will save me trouble in the near future. I wondered why the 'D' on the gear indicator had been blinking for a while. 'Turns out that a sensor, for transmission shifting, needs replacing. I see that the drive belt looks worn, and I have pushed it way over the recommended miles for replacement. Also, I've known for a while that some other sensors have failed related to smog-check, due soon. For all that, they quoted me a VERY fair/competitive price for repairs. I have found new, favorite mechanics! read more

I brought my new car to them to check it out for issues and they did an incredible job finding and isolating issues. They performed the repair and did an excellent job on that as well. They are my new mechanics and hope to have a long and rewarding relationship in the future read more

Marvin from Car Nerds was wonderful, accountable, and made an inherently unpleasant experience (having a car repair--for a small amount of body damage) very easy and straightforward. I believe that the price was fair, and the work was high quality. Car Nerds was all-around very professional, pleasant, and while I'm not looking forward to the next repair, I will be returning to Car Nerds for service on our family's cars! Thank you for the good deal and experience, Car Nerds. read more

I reached out through Yelp to a few auto repair shops in the area and Rony @ Car Nerds responded quickly. I heard back from a few other shops but ultimately chose Car Nerds because of him. I don't know much about cars so having Rony take the time to explain what was needed, recommended & to have it done before the holidays, was so helpful! Their estimate for repairs was comparable to others I had received as well. Ultimately their customer service was the deciding factor for me but the quality & cost of repairs is very important too and it's why I highly recommend them read more

Car Nerds - Redondo Beach Auto Repair - Hybrid Car Repair Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Got a simple maintenance done on my car. Prices were fair and team was very helpful. Car was done within the day quick and easy service!

One of the best mechanic experiences I've had! Big shoutout to Liz at the front desk for being friendly and helpful the moment I called and the repair team was nice too. The waiting area is fun and cozy, which was a plus. Highly recommend--I'm definitely a repeat customer now! read more

I had an amazing experience with this shop today. I was stressed about my car issue for a while now because no one understood the noise of where it was coming from, which has me believe not everyone knows too much about car noises, but the mechanic was honest, professional, and incredibly helpful from the moment I arrived. They took the time to explain what was wrong, didn't try to upsell me on unnecessary repairs, and got everything handled quickly and efficiently. I will definitely be coming back for any car services and send my family and friends to them! Thank you so much ! read more

Great Place... I got my radiator replaced. Very fast turnaround good price. Thank you.

The Car Nerds is the BEST service experience I have ever had! Liz is the glue that holds everything together and the Castillo Brothers ROCK!!! They treat you like family, are very knowledgeable and professional. They are fair and do not recommend anything but what is needed for the job. I will return and highly recommend The Car Nerds! read more

"I recently visited this new auto body shop and was really impressed. They gave me a very fair quote, with no hidden costs, and were transparent every step of the way. The receptionist, Liz, was very kind and welcoming, and the mechanic Marvin was very efficient honest kind he also quoted me a very fair price. Everything was handled efficiently, and I'm extremely content with the overall experience wish every business had this type of customer service they definitely have a great team !! read more

They did an amazing job, when they realized that something else was going to be needed to be done outside of the original estimate they helped us out for free. They are always transparent and communicative, could not recommend this spot more :) read more

Honest reliable and Great service ! Fair pricing ... I definitely recommend for cars you care about. read more

Car Nerds in Redondo Beach are terrific! I brought a nearly 20-year-old car there to fix water leaking into the trunk. They solved it in less than a day and didn't even charge me. Awesome service! read more

My family has been taking our cars to Car Nerds for years, originally at the Santa Monica location, and I'm so happy they've opened a shop nearby now that I've moved to the South Bay. I needed work done on my 2012 Prius. Rony and the entire team are everything you want in a mechanic: honest, knowledgeable, hardworking, and genuinely kind. There's zero ego, no BS, and nothing intimidating about the experience. They take the time to explain things clearly, show you the parts and make sure you feel comfortable and informed. Pricing is fair for the quality of work and peace of mind you're getting. Estimates are transparent, invoices are clear, and I never felt like I was being upsold or pressured into something unnecessary. They consistently went above and beyond in small but meaningful ways, which says a lot about how much they care about their work and their customers. It's rare to find a shop that's this transparent and trustworthy, and even rarer to find one that's been dependable for my family over multiple years and locations. If you're considering coming in, come! This is the place. I won't be going anywhere else. read more

We had two accidents in the same month, very stressful!! My neighbor told me about Marvin at Car Nerds, that i may qualify for my insurance deductible get waived! Marvin took care of us, our vehicle looks brand new! I'm also a car person, owned two show cars, i also operate Dave's Mobile Auto Detailing Service, Veteran owned, we have 5 stars on Yelp, voted Nextdoor's favorite 3 years in a row! 424-237-0495 read more

Ronny,Liz and Luis the mechanic who inspected my car were very professional . Very impressed with the management team. read more

They were very quick to respond. Diagnosed the issue an hour later and gave a next day appt. I had to reschedule and they were very accommodating. Liz at the front desk is a great communicator and patient. As a woman getting car work done can be intimidating. I was treated fairly and respectfully. The quote and the work were clearly explained prior and the cost was fair. I had a question the next day and they were happy to assist and double check my concern. Highly recommend, especially for women. read more

I found Car Nerds via Yelp and its good reviews and decided to take my Subaru there since it's just a few blocks from where I live. Everyone from Liz the office administrator to Rony the owner were super friendly. They quickly identified the problem that was making a strange noise--bad ball bearings in one of the wheel hubs. The price quoted was very reasonable and after a bit of confusion about the replacement part (not the mechanic's fault) everything was fixed very professionally. They also replaced the battery. I will return the next time my car needs work. read more

Came to Car Nerds after my cars dealer told me they would take almost a week just to diagnose my "check engine light"! The owner at Car Nerds took my car and told me within a few minutes what would be done to my car. In less than 24 hours I was back to driving my car! I'm glad I came across this shop! Would definitely recommend and would come back if I ever need other repairs. read more

Great service , fast response, and awesome pricing. If you need your car worked on bring it to the nerds!

Car Nerds is awesome! Rony and his crew are great, sincere, and transparent with their pricing. I had a concerning noise coming from the engine, and they diagnosed and fixed my car efficiently. I won't take my car anywhere else. read more

I had my 2018 Audi Q3 detailed with Car Nerds. The car was ready sooner than expected & Marvin was good enough to bring it to me when it was completed. The car looks Amazing! It looks like new! The service was excellent & very affordable. I plan on having them detail it on a regular basis. read more

Felt the 40k service price was very reasonable and was provided a honest evaluation of what maintenance was needed or could be deferred until the next service. read more

Ronnie and the entire team were professional. Great service, reliable and honest pricing. I was really lucky to find them when I did they were able to help me right away! Thank you guys once again. read more

Liz provided good customer service. Car needs checked for other needed services to make sure the car was safe. The cost of the brake and rotators was comparable to most local shops but I decided on Car Nerds due to the convenience of the Redondo Beach location. I believe the mechanics serviced my daughter's 2026 Nissan Rogue well. read more

I brought in my Lexus for the 15k service and was in and out. I loved their cute and entertaining waiting area with refreshments. Took a walk to the pier and my car was ready when I got back. The price was great did not try to up sale me. I would definitely recommend Car Nerds to ALL my friends and family, plus it's a one stop shop repair shop and body shop. read more

I would recommend Car Nerds for their honesty, and willingness to answer all my questions. I was able to take my son's car to be inspected without obligation to fix the car there. I previously took my son's car to two different shops and only Car Nerds was able to figure out the problem. They were able to fix the car and the car has been running smoothly since. read more

Best place I can recommend to do service. They took care of my Toyota 4Runner. Thanks for the service

I had a fender bender earlier this year, and Car Nerds fixed my car in a pinch. Marvin helped me out, super communicative, great work, even washed my car so it came back shining. Great deal, been a car nerds customer for a few year and haven't found anywhere in LA area with as good of value and trusted work! read more

Liz and Rony were really great, this is now my go-to hybrid shop. They were very communicative, saved me money by suggested the option of a used part (since the whole car is not new anyway!), and my Prius ABS and TPMS are fixed, no yellow lights on my dash anymore! read more