I gave up on my 2006 Acura TL last year, but Jeff basically maintained it for the last 5 years of…read moreits life. He also did some oil changes on my S2000 on occasion. I'm in a newer car now, so I might not be visiting until it's no longer dealer maintained, but Jeff was wonderful to work with and a very honest person. I'm sort of leaving this as a thank you for that service, knowing I might not be able to return for awhile. His service was also provided during a tough time in my life. He always charged me a fair price which is why I respect him a lot. I've never had a BS service recommended by him. Everything is "hey, look at this" or "this is what is wrong". If you are looking for an independent mechanic H & A auto is a trustworthy place that still exists in this day and age.

It's hard to find quality honest mechanics. I saved $$$ with my 2018 Acura tlx by not going to the…read moredealer.

Very organized with an online portal that delivers your estimate and where you pay…read moreelectronically... straight shooters... reliable place.

Tatsu & Larry are very professional and did a great maintenance job on my Lexus. (11/Sep/2024)…read more I highly recommended this shop for all of your automotive repair needs !!!

Byron and his staff are top tier. Their diagnostics and honest answers are what put them above…read moreother shops. I had my car misdiagnosed at another place twice and repaired things that probably didn't need to be, but Byron and his staff took their time and explained what they did to diagnose, and recommended what they believed the problem to be and they were right. Their pricing is fair and the whole staff is very friendly and they treat you with respect.

I always appreciate finding a thorough and reliable review when it comes to car repair shops, so I…read morewanted to share my own experience. I have a bit of a "problem child" in the form of my Mercedes AMG, and recently the radiator started acting up. I took it back to the shop where I last had it serviced, and I have to say they were absolutely dependable. Josh and Byron were incredibly helpful, honest, and most importantly, really skilled at what they do. They were efficient, kept me in the loop, and made sure everything was crystal clear. If you have any car (European, American, Japanese etc. they do it all) with issues or just need regular maintenance, I highly recommend bringing it here. Oh and if you're planning to wait for your car while they work on it, I highly recommend walking over to Moon Goat just a couple mins away.

Have been going to Harbor Auto for more than 20 years. They serviced our Accord, Odyssey, another…read moreAccord and a Lexus. Excellent service and knowledgeable. The first time I knew this is trustworthy place was when they told us they didn't need to do one of the 'repairs' the dealership recommended. I mean, they turned down business! They said my minivan didn't need it yet. They would tell me when it needed it. Over the years they helped us with various things including choosing our next car to checking out the used car that we wanted to get for our teenagers. Always friendly and always helpful. I trust their recommendations and their price is reasonable. Most importantly, you know you are getting good services.

John was amazing! He was just about to close for the day when I called to ask if he could help my…read moredaughter who was driving home from Arizona when her check engine light came on. She had 7 hours to go until she reached home. As a parent, I was very worried. I called John and he said no problem, have her bring the car in. She got there as fast a she could (in major traffic) and John was able to diagnose her car -- even stayed until after closing time. We offered to pay him for his time and he said it was no problem. Turned out the car was fine and my daughter continued on her way home. It was such a peace of mind that John was able to help, he is a good man.

These guys are fantastic! Just as good or better than a garage and do great work, fair and super…read moreconvenient. Were able to replace battery, solve electrical issues, replace hoses and educate me for a fair price while working in tight quarters. Will use again -!, recommend to all!

Simply just overpriced for what kind of service they offer…read more The overall experience and talking with the two mechanics was helpful and they provided a good amount of information to my wife as to what the issue might be. But overall, just beyond what we had anticipated with pricing even with the quote beforehand and after it going up even more. Oh well. You are simply paying for the convenience rather than the expertise in my opinion and wife's opinion.

Amazing knowledge of European cars and is an excellent choice for all manufacturers. Takes the time…read moreto do things right and is extremely honest abot recommendations and servicing cars properly. Defiantly a 5-star repair shop.

I previously left a five-star review because I had a good experience here. At the time, EU was…read morehonest enough to tell me I didn't need a tire rotation, which saved me money as a student. Because of that, I came back for multiple oil changes. Unfortunately, my most recent visit was completely different. I was charged a high price for what should have been a simple oil change and cabin/air filter replacement, and I ended up waiting about two hours for the work to be completed. After talking it through with someone more familiar with car maintenance, it became clear that I was likely overcharged for a job that should have been quicker and more reasonably priced. What made the experience worse was the interaction before my appointment. When I asked for clarification about being told I may need "air," EU laughed at me for asking. I'm neurodivergent and sometimes take things more literally, so I was just trying to confirm whether I was being charged for something that is often free. Instead of explaining, I felt mocked for asking a simple question. Because of this experience, I no longer feel comfortable or confident returning here. I'm sharing this as a caution for other customers--especially women and neurodivergent people--who may not be as familiar with car maintenance and rely on mechanics to be honest, respectful, and transparent.

Friendly service and reasonable pricing for servicing my Camry. Will definitely come back and…read morehighly recommend!

Been going to Costa Mesa Auto Service Center since I moved here about a year ago, and they've been…read moregreat. Whole staff is down to earth, quick, and professional. The owner knows what he's doing and doesn't waste your time. Biggest thing for me is they're honest. Everybody claims their mechanic is honest, but I've got a buddy who works on cars, and when he's looked at mine, it always matched what these guys told me. That says a lot. Good shop, good people.

Truly Exceptional Service at A1 Auto Mechanics & Smog!…read more I don't usually leave reviews, but the team at A1 Auto Mechanics & Smog truly went above and beyond, and they absolutely deserve the recognition. From start to finish, I was treated with honesty, respect, and genuine care. Owner Mehdi Akhlaghi personally went out of his way to pick up the parts for my vehicle so I wouldn't have to wait two extra days for shipping. That kind of initiative and customer-first attitude is rare these days. Mehdi also worked with me financially, helping to make the repair affordable and stress-free. It wasn't something he had to do--but he did it anyway, and it meant a lot. Carlos, the mechanic who worked on my car, was equally amazing. He stayed after hours to make sure the job was completed today, and he even offered to come in on Sunday if needed. That kind of dedication and pride in his work is something you don't see often anymore. On top of the incredible service, the shop itself is clean, organized, and welcoming. The waiting area is neat and comfortable, with complimentary coffee and water, and the whole staff is warm and hospitable. You can tell they truly care about their customers from the moment you walk in. If you're looking for honest, skilled, and dependable professionals who treat you like family--A1 Auto Mechanics & Smog is the place to go. Highly, highly recommend!

Trustworthy, honest, and knowledgeable staff here! Was in…read moretown for the week and vehicles water pump went out. I was lucky to find A1 Auto mechanics, Mehdi is a great guy and even better owner, made me feel like I was back home. He and Carlos explained the issue to me completely, and even went above and beyond make this a smooth process. Definitely recommend, whether you are local or in need of a emergency.

Extremely helpful and personable. Alec got me in and out really quick and I can't thank him enough…read more 5/5 stars are in order.

I unexpectedly stopped by to get one of my tires replaced and was happily surprised by the efforts…read morethey had to assist me on the spot. Alec was great at assessing my tire issue and not only resolved it but helped me source a few options. He also shared a little bit about their family owned business and the services they provide. In all it was a wonderful experience. I highly recommend them and will make a point to give them business.

I have been using these guys for years now for all my cars. They are amazing. They will overall…read morejust fix your problems. Always reasonable pricing. A few times they have even told me to go to the dealership because the dealership would fix something under warranty even though that loses them business. I had another time where I was quoted $4k to fix an oil leak by BMW and this place fixed it for $350. I recommend them to everybody I know!

Wow! Very impressed. First visit to an outside company after my dealer warranty expired and I was…read moretreated so well by Victor. I needed an oils change and he communicated so well and explained everything in detail. I will go back for any needs for my Range Rover Sport. I have found a new partner to service my vehicle and am so happy!