The El Camino 76 is like something out a movie about gas stations in the 60s. It's not simply a place to fill up your tank, but is a full service station to fix anything related to your car. One two separate occasions recently, I've had to stop by the 76 due to a low tire light on in my car. At the first visit, Greg helped check the air in all my tires and filled/emptied out the air as needed. This was done absolutely free of charge. Wow. At the second visit, with a different car Allan also checked all the air, filled them and noted a nail in one of the tires. He overfilled it so I could drive it to my dealership. Patching a nail at this 76 would cost only $20. Super reasonable! The price of their gas is also highly competitive for expensive Palo Alto, Los Altos area. I love how helpful and awesome the folks at this 76 are. You've earned a loyal customer and fan for life! On a side note, this 76 is also where I fell in love with the Fisker Karma a few years back. The manager of the Fisker on El Camino was filling up gas next to me and was nice enough to chat with me after observing me drooling over his car. Unfortunately the Karma is no longer being manufactured and Fisker filed for bankruptcy. However, when they were around, they were smart enough to fill up at the best gas station in town- El Camino 76! read more

Requested an appointment at the last moment and was accommodated! The service is outstanding and communication is clear. Allan is knowledgeable and competent. My vehicle was completed early and the entire transaction was flawless. If you are looking for trustworthy mechanical expertise; this hidden gem is in your backyard. The service station is clean, neat and welcoming. Everyone was friendly. Highly recommend. read more

I like this gas station, I always stop by this one in particular when I'm in the area.

For many years my grandfather and I have been going to 76 on the corner of Los Altos Ave and El Camino for everything pertaining to our cars. Allen Gregg and their team do an great job every time and are very reliable. We have never had an issue with scheduling a time to drop our car off for maintenance and they are really good about keeping us updated on the progress. read more

Great Service Station. Work on any car. They know what they are doing and are very reasonable.

I started going here after Tibor came to work here; he's been keeping my cars in good shape for about thirty years. Everyone here is super helpful, and they do a great job. read more

One star for their service, which was fast with reasonable price. One star for the friendly staff. A good experience with warm feeling. However, my car started to show the low battery warning from the day after the smog test. Then I drove the car for a few days but it showed the warning every time. My car is a brand new car and I drive a long distance everyday. The battery has no issue before. I went to the dealer and they told me that the battery had a bad cell so they replaced it. Having a part issue just after the smog test. A coincidence? read more

El Camino is by far the best repair shop. The owner and staff are professional and caring. I believe they deserve 6 stars. read more

My family has been using Greg and Alan to fix our cars for over a decade. I always appreciate their service, quality and responsiveness.

One very early morning I tried to pay for my car registration online (it was due that day), it wouldn't let me because smog check was due! So I scrambled around looking for a place to get it done very quickly. I came across this 76 station, the guy answered the call was very friendly and luckily the first appointment at 8am was available. I zoomed down there by 8am, really hoping that it would be done in half an hour so I could be back to the office before the boss came in. Well they did it! The guy who did the smog check was friendly, explained the basics, got it all done in less than half and hour. I couldn't be happier. Now I know where to go for my next smog check! read more

Lowest gas prices on El Camino... But inconvenient hours!!

I used to like this place, but now they are rude and have no soap in their bathroom. They lie too. Don't go there. -------- I highly recommend this place for general service to your auto (oil changes, general maintenance, etc). I lived in Palo Alto for 6 years and tried mechanics all over - from Redwood City to EPA to Mountain View - and none of them compare to this place with regard to professionalism, honesty and price. The owner/mechanic, Greg, is really friendly and trustworthy for a mechanic. He won't try to rip you off like at a bunch of the other places in the area and his prices are reasonable. Hope you give this place a try because it is one of the small businesses that I feel is sincerely good for the community. read more

Greg, the owner, lets groups raise money by doing car washes at his gas station for free. He also allows them to use his water at no charge. He says that it does not increase his business on those days, he just does it out of the goodness of his heart. I feel good about giving my business to someone who is so generous with his resources! read more

Great privately owned full service auto shop! Honest, fast and professional. This team really knows their stuff and not just that but they love what they do. I recommend everyone to bring their cars here because they have what it takes to do the work on top of the line autos. They have all the electronics your dealer has to check your car and re set your auto computer plus diagnose any issue... With out the dealer price and/or experience. Thanks again! read more

I came here for a smog. I called on the phone ahead of time and the front desk worker said it would be $20.00. I agreed and went. When my car was done, she and the owner Greg charged me $65.00 even though I called ahead and confirmed the price. This is dodgy and a scam. I was only refunded $15 after lots of wasted time. read more

tested and provided smog test on old porche as schedule. in addition they squeezed in replacing the bad batter. very cordial and pleasant experienc. read more

I changed my timing belt there. The work is fantastic. The price is also very reasonable. Allen and Greg are both very nice guys. I recommend. read more

New to the area, relocated from the Midwest.... Needed a smog check and Greg knocked out my vehicle, without an appointment in less than 30 mins! In addition, I was aware that new tires would be needed around Christmas time for my vehicle. Unfortunately, in late October, hours prior to leaving for a trip to the city for the weekend, I discovered a screw in one of the already bald tires. I figured that now would be as good as time as any to replace all the tires. However, with no appointment and the need to leave for the city later in the afternoon, I was doubtful that I would be able to get new tires in time (keep in mind that the tire in question was not worth patching... below the ware line). I first visited the dealership and they of course had no tires. Even if they had it would have taken them an estimated 5 hours to complete the job. Remembering how Greg had helped me out with my smog check with no notice, I stopped in to see if it would be possible to replace all 4 of my tires. Sure enough, Greg made it happen in just over an hour (the delay, he had to wait for the tires to be delivered)! Greg has twice now helped me out of a jam! Moreover, he promised what he could deliver and then delivered more that what he promised! Thank you! read more

I have been taking my cars to this station for years and have nothing but good things to say about them. Greg and his crew are very friendly and helpful in all of my car or truck needs. Glen read more

I would give this 76 station 10 stars if I could. They fixed my brakes in 1day and cost less than other places. Offered advice about some needed repairs without being pushy. Very trustworthy station and always good service. My only minor complaint was a misunderstanding with a cashier whose English was hard to understand. I highly, highly recommend getting gas here and any needed repairs. The head mechanic, Allen, is the best!! read more

I dropped my wife's car off at the San Antonio 76 station to have it serviced and a smog test completed. Usually, I don't need the car back until the end of the day, but I did today. Despite the fact that they were super busy the owner picked up the car and completed the smog test at his El Camino location. Thanks Greg! I appreciate your great service read more

I took my Ford Ranger truck to this 76 station in March of 2010. The customer service was actually pretty good. Staff was polite, I was kept informed about the status of repairs, and they asked my pre-approval on all charges. The problem unfortunately, was the work done. Honestly, I would like to give this shop a better review. I had the brakes re-done which required replacing the rotors. Not uncommon on a 15 year old vehicle. Then, 4-6 months later they began pulsating. Essentially, once the brakes heat up they begin to vibrate. This often happens coming down hills. The brakes heat up and the entire truck shakes. After researching the problem, I learned that it's probably due to mechanical error. There just wasn't enough time for the brake pads and rotors to wear down. And it's a problem that often results from over-torquing the lug nuts (a common error that is made by car mechanics, or so I'm told). At any rate, they did offer a 12 month warranty on the work. But being busy and living far away in San Francisco, I kept putting it off (which is my fault). I am now past the warranty deadline. So I don't see a point in returning. Like I said, I would like to give them a better review. But after my experience, I really could not justify going back. read more

filled premium gas in my car at this gas station on 10/9/2020 . I drove 25 miles after and my tank is already at 75% capacity . Something wrong with the pump , took 11 mins for 14 gallon of gas . Rip off!! read more

The mechanics here are always helpful. When I bring my van in for an oil change, without appointment, they work to fit me in. Thanks guys!!!! read more

I've been having my vehicles worked on here since 1996, the only place I'll take them for repair.

I took my Prius in for service and 45 minutes later I came back from Pete's and it was waiting for me. When I went to pay the tab, I thought the cashier had made a mistake and just charged me sales tax! Well maintained, clean, and easy to reach. Highly recommended. read more

Stopped for a quick smog check. The staff was flexible and professional. The location is very convenient as well.

Yes this place does great work on cars, is honest, etc...but they blew my mind this week...I recently had a baby and needed to get my car smogged (to sell) but the car does not safely hold a baby car-seat. I call 76 and mention this predicament (how to get car to station with no car seat and a baby) and they COME TO MY HOUSE TO GET MY CAR FOR ME. Note this is for smog check - not a big money maker for them. Greg the owner came to the house himself 30 minutes after I called and dropped the car off too. I really had no way of safely getting this done and can't imagine another auto shop that would have helped out like this. Love this place... read more

Stopped to fill up and found that the Bathroom was out of service. Bathroom should not be out of service, ever (one of the reasons why people stop). I'm sure they have multiple bathrooms (for shop employees to use) but they refused to help. Won't be going to 76 stations again read more

A friend recommended me to this place, and I couldn't be more thankful. Greg is truly amazing at what he does. I was stressed about the sound my brakes were making and he quickly fixed the situation and calmed my nerves. He kept me in the loop the entire time and provided astonishing customer service. I wish I could give them 10 stars. Thank you Greg and Team! read more

Smog test cost $59.95, not cheap for a smog test, it's half the price at "Quik Smog" in Mountain View but this Palo Alto so it's almost $60. I made an appointment with Greg but Josh clearly was not ready when I got there so I walked back home. Received a call back message an hour later from Josh saying that it did not pass smog and that it was ready to pick up. That was it, no explanation, nothing. Went back to pick it up and told them I've no idea how this could have failed - nothing back from them but a blank stare, basically pay your money and get out! I looked at the smog receipt when I got back home - in small print it said, "Failed smog due to readiness monitors not completed. Please drive 50-150 miles before 1 free retest." Why couldn't they have told me this when I picked up the car or better yet on the voice mail message they left. No communication, rude, no courtesy, really quite a bad for a business to treat their local Palo Alto customers that way. Never again. Took it to "Quik Smog" a few days later, passed easily with flying colors first time. read more

About 14 years ago, finding myself with no mechanic and a failing muffler, I checked out 3 local shops and their repair estimates. Greg's was the third stop. The first shop's estimate ? $1450 - and they were impersonal at best. The second shop quoted $ 280, but despite the price, I didn't like the vibe. Next, fortunately,I found Greg's El Camino 76. Greg himself met me, looked me straight in the eye, gave me a good strong handshake, and asked "How can I help you?" I noticed their lot was full of cars, the work area was clean and bustling, and mechanics and customers were consulting with each other, all good signs. Greg's estimate of $120 was 1/10 the first and 1/2 the 2nd estimates and the repair outlasted my car. His shop shepherded my next car thru 200,000 miles. They have been unfailingly honest, curteous, helpful, proactive, and community oriented. TEN STARS!! read more

I have never felt compelled enough to actually write a review on Yelp, but this place deserves it. After getting ripped off for decades on my auto repairs, this is the first auto repair shop where they were upfront, honest, timely, convenient and overall went well above my expectations. I have a Range Rover, which before finding El Camino 76, couldn't make it out of an auto repair shop without at least spending $2K+, no matter what was getting fixed. In my recent visit I got new brakes, rotors, windshield wipers, and an oil change for about half the cost of what I am used to paying and with incredible customer service. read more

Excellent! Love coming here to service my car. By far the most honest service station in the Bay Area. I've been coming here for years- see Greg, the owner, he'll give you an honest evaluation of your car and price is extremely competitive. Greg has 3 service stations within the Los altos area and has been doing business for 30+ years. read more

Ditto what David H. says. This shop had every opportunity to overcharge me, but they were honest and saved me LOTS of money. Great to find such integrity. read more

Ray, one of the mechanics is great. He has been taking care of my cars for 25+ years, always excellent service, no return problems, good advice to keep the cost of ownership low. I am very satisfied. read more

We've been bringing our vehicles here for the last 4 years and have received nothing but friendly and excellent service for both unexpected and planned auto repairs and services. These folks go out of thier way to work with you and get you what you need. read more