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!

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.

I met with the seller of my vehicle at Aaliyah's Auto Shop for a pre-inspection. During the…read moreinspection, the owner, Jesse, informed me that my vehicle had a "very small" water pump leak and that the coolant level was low. He stated that he topped off the coolant with fluid and showed my husband a picture; however, the picture he showed was only of the coolant, not of an actual water pump leak. At no point was I shown a picture or physical evidence of a leak itself. Due to the stress of the transaction and being surprised by this diagnosis--especially since I regularly maintain my vehicle every three months--I did not ask to personally see the alleged leak at that time. Jesse also stated that the vehicle needed new brake pads because they were due for replacement. A few days later, I contacted Jesse to request a photo of the water pump leak. He then informed me that he did not have any photo of a leak--only a photo of the coolant. He went on to say that the car was otherwise "perfect," drove great, and that the only issues were the need for new breaks and a new water pump. Because of these inconsistent statements, I took it upon myself to have the vehicle inspected at a Honda dealership while also completing an oil change. The certified Honda mechanics did not find any water pump or coolant leaks (please see attached video). Additionally, they confirmed that the brakes were at approximately 50% life remaining and did not require immediate replacement. Based on these findings, I am deeply concerned about the accuracy and integrity of the inspection performed at Aaliyah's Auto Shop. It appeared that unnecessary repairs were recommended without sufficient evidence. Jesse also emphasized that his shop was the cheapest in town and that he offers the best prices, which further raised concerns that the diagnosis may have been influenced by sales motives rather than factual mechanical issues. I believe this experience demonstrates a lack of transparency and reliability. I strongly encourage anyone seeking a pre-purchase inspection to consider using a trustworthy and reputable mechanic or dealership service center to avoid receiving misleading or inaccurate information.

Did a good job with my older vehicles. Have a 2008 Land Rover and my wife has a 2005 Honda CR-V…read moreboth as getting older needed some repairs so several areas were worked on as like to keep my vehicles running as long as it makes sense before start getting nickeled and dimed on repairs and cost is not worth it. Sometimes parts take time or no longer are made or hard to find, but they were able to find and repair smoothly while communicating well. The prices they have are reasonable. It's not the dealership, but the quality to me was just as good if not better and not paying the dealership prices. Our vehicle runs smoothly now thanks to these guys troubleshooting. Would definitely recommend.

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

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!

Today I had the pleasure of meeting a quality Mobile repair man. Today I while traveling my leaf…read morespring broke on my 5th wheel. Luis was driving by I asked him to look at it and he quoted me a fair price. He Needed to finish a job then he would be over. It was late he still came by did the repair and it was not easy. Finished! Service was beyond excellent!!!! I am very willing to hire him again for more work.

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!

WOW !!! I am so impressed with Albert and his team. We have a work-horse of a truck that needed a…read morequick turn around on a transmission and it was no problem for Albert. He even flagged some additional work that our in-house mechanic can follow up on. West Market is the place for quality work and great service.

Horrible experience! Promised great service, and they did not come through!…read more NO BUSINESS ETHICS! Took no responsibility/accountability as a professional for their part in having full care, custody and control of my vehicle. Took my car in for brake/transmission issues, were resolved. However, additional damages were incurred while my vehicle was still in their care, custody & control. REFUSED any/all responsibility, didn't extend ANY TYPE of "good faith/good will" towards a new client. NEVER AGAIN!

Progressive made room for a replacement alternator and did it the same day. Very quick diagnosis.read more

I have been going to these guys for years with several different cars…read more Alway leave satisfied knowing I got my money's worth.

Last year, my 2015 Audi A3 Quattro broke down and needed a full tow. This shop came through for me…read morewith excellent mechanics, fair pricing, and outstanding customer service. They really helped me out in a tight bind and made the whole experience stress-free. They do stellar work on European cars, whether you need repairs or routine service. I highly recommend them--give them a call if you're looking for reliable, trustworthy service.

Luis replaced motor mounts that where low quality and they shake horribly and he missed the…read moretransmission mount. He took and switched my MAP sensor and assembly because I have a different assembly with missing bolt to air filter case. Also replaced a sensor with a cheap one and it failed after 2 miles. He still charged me. Funny stuff happens there. Don't Go there.....