I had a wonderful experience with DT Automotive. My GV70's engine started overheating badly while I was driving home on the 405N in the middle of rush hour (of course,) and I brought it in about an hour and a half before closing. Despite the timing, they were incredibly helpful. They quickly diagnosed the issue, and David was kind, honest, and easy to work with. He gave us a very reasonable quote and didn't try to upsell or pressure us. Best of all, my car was fixed and ready to go the very next day. I am super grateful for the quick turnaround and transparency. I would highly recommend this shop if you're in the area! P.S. I ended up needing to wait there for over an hour for my ride, and they offered me water. They were definitely not obligated to do so, but I really appreciate that they did. read more

Highly recommend this place ,This is a great honest, reliable, and reasonable price to get your car worked on. Thank you Alex. read more

DT Automotive - Auto Repair Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

100% would recommend! Dave is straight up and honest. I brought my mustang for the first time because I needed a new serpentine belt and coolant was spilling, he was able to fix it the same day in less than 4 hours. Today I brought it back to him because I needed my starter to be replaced and he got it done in less than two hours and he topped off the engine oil! Thanks Dave! You're the best and I've already recommended you to friends. Thanks to Jerry (mutual friend) for recommending DT Automotive to me! read more

DT Automotive - DT Automotive Shop - Auto Repair Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

I highly recommend David & DT Automotive. David is definitely an expert in his trade! He has worked on all of my cars & trucks. He is honest, doesn't overcharge or try to swindle you into paying for parts you don't need. He gets very busy so if you need work done I recommend you call ahead to make sure he has room in the shop for your vehicle. read more

I never write reviews, but I have to share my experience. I fixed my car with David not even 10 minutes ago. He is a loud spoken man, but don't let that overshadow his kindness. I took my car there for an emergency repair (check engine light blinking), originally he had quoted me for a 2 hour wait just to run diagnostics on my car. In no less than 15 minutes he got my car, found the issue, and got it running again. Not only that his pricing is honest and his business upholds great values. Please take my word as this was my first time at this shop, let alone this area (I'm from San Diego attending college). First great experience and I plan on taking my car back with any other issues I may have! 10/10 for me! read more

Overall, great experience! Got the car fixed and good customer service. I will be going back and will recommend him to anyone in need.

They were Honest & Forthright. I highly recommend coming to them for service. Reasonable.

I found DT as I was driving by and I thought... let me look at his review. I have to admit that all the good ones are spot on! ignore the others. David is the most reliable, professional, knowledgeable mechanic I know. He's our go to now. We depend on him to keep our cars running tip top and I highly recommend him. read more

I can't even review on this service of cars as I didn't even get that far. Walked in and waited to explain the codes I received from a smog. He told me that why would I drive around with it like that and that it could cost way too much. I said ok well what would it cost to check these he tells me I start at $130 but depends what I find. Well I'm sure I'm only asking you to check these exact sensors. Than with his snyde remark of oh you must have had your check engine light on forever. I said no it's been maybe 2 weeks he looks at me and says sure I wasn't born yesterday ! Like excuse me sir do you think I would care to even lie to you about it! I said you know what it's fine hand me back my papers. I don't need to give money to a company who the worker possibly owner is arrogant and rude! read more

My suburbans back door/rear latch wouldn't lock so I brought it in and David fixed it no problem and gave me a great deal as well he is a great and honest mechanic that I can always count on read more

David is super nice and easy to set up an appointment with. He was recommended to me by my sister in law and I'm so thankful i found him!

Excellent service, workers were reliable and hang regretting their work! Owner was in the shop and was very personal! Great value for the service! read more

we have used them for over 7 years. I trust them with all of our families cars. professional, Courteous, honest, timely and fairly priced. David is the best!!! read more

David came highly recommended by business /family so we started coming here around 2014. The repairs and maintenance are high quality, and David is fair with his prices. read more

David is a man of his word. I dropped off my van in the AM to have a Crank Shaft Positioning Sensor and serpentine belt replaced. He said he'll have it ready by lunch and sure enough, he called me right at 12 to tell me it was ready. Matter of fact, I didn't even ask him for a price when we dropped it off because we were in a hurry, he simply said he would take care of us. We got back and the invoice was lower than we expected. Big thanks and looking forward to doing business again. read more

Been going here for Years. David is one of the most honest mechanics around and he goes above and beyond to give you your car back in Outstanding shape! If your looking for a great mechanic, please start here! Coach Mark Williams read more

David is always incredibly helpful! If you're buying a used car and need an expert to look at it, go to DT Automotive. If you need routine maintenance, go to DT Automotive. If you need a last minute repair, go to DT Automotive. David is always helpful and honest. He will explain exactly what is wrong with your car. He will keep the broken parts and show you what he fixed and why. His guys are quick and efficient! I will never take any vehicle anywhere else. THANK YOU! read more

David at D&T was a life saver. I took my 2008 VW Jetta car to the dealership yesterday for an oil change before heading out on a road trip this coming Monday. After two hours the dealership came back with recommendations to replace the radiator, the vaccumm pump, an alignment and something else and the quote was well over 1,500. I seriously thought of trading in my car and was meeting with a salesman but they were taking too long and my friend referred me to D&T. I picked up my car today and paid less than half of the dealerships quote. The vacuum pump did not need to be replaced, just the hose. I have a lifetime alignment elsewhere, so I didn't have them do it. But if I needed it and they could do it I would have had them do it. I appreciate that Dave had me look at the parts he replaced. I did know that as a customer we have that right, I just didn't want to bother. He asked me if I wanted to see them and I said no thank you, I trust you. He promptly replied wrong answer come see them, you should always look at the parts. He showed me the specific place for the leading radiator, the hose split in half. Who does that?? Only an honest mechanic!!! Grateful to have found D&T where they are honest!! read more

Thank you so much David and Sam! I had to drive 4 miles on a flat tire to get to you guys but I am so happy I made it! I didn't know how to change my flat tire and of all the things, the spare was flat too. That was no problem for David. He found a tire that fit my car and got me back on the road within 30 minutes of me arriving. I was pretty upset when I got there but Sam gave me words of encouragement the whole time. This was surprisingly a great start to the morning. I will definitely recommend DT Automotive whenever I can. read more

David took my car in immediately upon seeing that the coolant reservoir was leaking. He replaced it (I brought the replacement part with me; I don't think he carries parts) in less than an hour, for only $40. He also added some grease to my squeaky doors and mixed my coolant himself. When I said I was going to walk back to my apartment to get coolant offered to wait for me to drive back, or if I would rather take a bicycle of his. I appreciated such a thoughtful gesture. I do not feel he was disrespectful, but he was certainly a little old-fashioned in terms of the way he treated me (a single young woman) but his pricing was very fair and honest. I will be back whenever I need work done on my car. read more

BEST mechanic shop in town... Sometime ago, the check engine light went on, so I did some research regarding this issue and found out that you have to bring the car in so that they can do a computer test. After visiting three mechanic shops and a dealership, I found out that DT Automobile was my best choice... I tried to see if any reviews were posted anywhere. I didn't find anything, so I took my chances, and I am so glad I did! I have been a loyal customer since that day... It's a choice you may take your car to a dealership, or anywhere else, but at DT, I feel that he is honest about the services and he will give you a quote. (By the way, I have never paid anything higher than the price on the quote.) He will save and show you all the replaced parts, and best of all, your car is ready when he promises--and his prices are great!! Do your homework and be prepared. He will be glad to assist you, and I have recommended a lot of my family and friends to him, and everyone has been very happy with him!! read more

I know absolutely nothing about cars and I hate pushy sales people. Basically, I get that same anxiety walking into a car shop like I do when I walk into a gym full of people. Anyway, I've been to big car dealerships and sure you get free cookies and donuts, but I swear I always come out paying more than I bargained. And the insistence on additional services is sometimes ridiculous since I usually go in for just an oil change. But of course, I would pay up for more services because I need to take care of the one thing that gets me everywhere. So I heard about DT automotive through my friend and he insisted that David, who owns the place, is the best. And indeed he is! Not only is he nice, but so are his prices! But seriously, the most IMPORTANT thing about David is that he really advises you based on your needs, not on what makes him the most money (which is common amongst mechanics, esp big companies). For example, I brought my parents' car here, and David pretty much said it would be cheaper to buy a used car because there'd be so much work to do, to only run for a few thousand miles more. If you bring your car, ask for David! read more

Good service good prices. Does what needs to be done and doesn't try to up sell you into doing more. I called before open on Saturday morning. Although it is by appointment on Sat he was in and called at 8:00. Prompt diagnosis and quote. Held his price and brakes were fixed by 1:00. Can't ask for much more. No language problems as noted by another reviewer. Business could present its self better but that's just marketing has nothing to do with quality and professionalism. read more

Great service. Came in on a Saturday to work on my car. Car was done in 2.5 hours and the cost was $140 instead of the $590 I was quoted by Jiffy Lube. He went to get the part from the dealership and did everything quickly and with tons of knowledge. My oil leak is all better and I am one happy customer. Great service and I found a new go to place for my car needs. I'll be sure to refer family and friends. Thank you ! read more

January 30th 2017 The first review was sugar-coated I must admit. David showed troubling signs of being arrogant, did not listen to my requests for repairs and told me I did not need them. He apparently is unaware that I used to work on cars with my father and I'm not the average bear. I feel like he doesn't respect women and I will not be going back ever. +++++++++++++++++++ ORIGINAL REVIEW David was recommended to us and he is friendly and fair, even sending his guy to my house when my battery needed a jump. Fast and with integrity he gets the job done. From a windshield replacement, to standard vehicle check ups to an alternator and a battery. All the work is good. On Bloomfield between Cerritos and Katella freeway close to 605 and Long Beach. We go here since our previous mechanic is closed. We get service for our newer Camry and an older Ford probe. The local tow truck drivers even know him by name, that's a good sign. So happy trails to you and here's hoping your car is safe and sound. read more

Super honest mechanic- have been coming here since it opened almost 8 years ago and would never think about going anywhere else. Mechanic was friendly and asked me if I wanted a more thorough explanation of what he was doing and what contributed to the price quotes. I compared with three other shops and there was at least a $125 difference plus it would take way longer. One of the mechanics offered me a ride home and they even picked me up when it was time for me to get my vehicle! read more

Great mechanic. David is honest and his prices are very fair. Not knowing a good independent mechanic I was reluctantly taking my cars to various dealerships for maintenance and repairs. I knew I was overpaying at the dealership so I began asking friends and family if they knew of a reputable mechanic in the area. DT Auto was recommended by several people. David repaired the ac in our 4Runner and preformed a major service on our MDX. The service was great and I know I saved hundreds of dollars over the dealership. We trust his opinion and find that he is not trying to nickel and dime with repairs. Highly recommend DT Auto! read more

We have a company Los Alamitos. Up until today we took all our company vehicles for service and repair. I have referred him numerous time to friends and family but never again. David is a two face business man. Normal practice for business accounts is net 30. He tells people that we have not and don't pay on time. I can prove otherwise. Regardless if you have a problem call us or call me don't bad mouth or talk $h-t. Do not cut the hand that feeds you. Los Alamitos is a small community and I will do everything in my power to make sure business boys (not men) like you don't thrive! What makes it worse is that when I confronted him about it he denied it like a little school girl. Anyone wants proof message me and I'll prove everything I just wrote. Good luck DT Automotive. Heads up he will talk $h-t and when u drive by or drive in he will wave like he is you friend! Ha! read more

We have been bringing our 5 cars here for at least 6 years! David provides great service at a reasonable price. He's honest and has saved us much money when the car dealership tried to "up sell" on us. He also uses the synthetic oil that lasts longer. We wouldn't go anywhere else. read more

Referred here by a family friend. David & the guys do good work at a good price. Straight shooters with a sense of humor. Have been happy with everything they've done so far from a couple of big fixes to just an oil change. Definitely recommend them. read more

Awesome place, clutch job for 800 less than everyone else. Thank you for helping me David

Someone that I 100% trust with my car/truck. Knows what they are doing and best prices in town.

So hard to find an Honest, Professional and affordable Mechanic these days. David is a cut above the rest. After being given the run around by the Dealer, he found the real cause of the problem and fixed it right away. I will continue to be a loyal customer of DT Auto. Fast, Affordable, Reliable and Quick Service! read more

Dave is informative and fair in his prices. He does fast work, depending on his work queue it's done the same day or as fast as it can be done. I can always count on him to get it done right. My family has been coming to him for years and I'm happy to be a loyal customer of his. If you need something done and don't want to worry about that problem, i would Definitely recommend trying this shop, and I feel comfortable referring my family and friends to him. read more