Honest people. Had the chance to oversell us a service twice but it wasn't needed and they were truthful enough to say so.

I've been going to Ferrell's Auto Repair for seven years straight, and that should tell you how much I trust these guys. Up until recently, I'd never even broken down in my car. But then last month, it happened twice in three weeks--first time was my old radiator finally giving out, and the second time was a brake issue. Both times were terrible timing, and I really needed my car back fast. Even without an appointment, they fit me in, got the parts quickly, and had me back on the road way faster than I expected. That kind of service under pressure is rare. I was so grateful that they understood the predicament I was in and they, as per usual, took great care of me. Bottom line: I've always felt totally comfortable with the work they do, and it's always a pleasure dealing with everyone there. Ferrell's is the real deal. I greatly appreciate them and their work as well as their work ethics. J Lynn read more

Did a very nice job with servicing both our cars for oil changes. They could have adjusted the brake by giving me a quick call for authorization while it was there but left that for another appointment (which is a 60 mile round trip) and another half day out of our busy schedule. read more

They have worked on multiple vehicles we've owned throughout the years. Very honest and they do an amazing job!! Would highly recommend. Reasonable pricing too! read more

I had a loud noise of unknown origin coming from under my car. I was a walk-in and even though the shop was busy and had no open appointments, ED agreed to look under my car, found a potential source of the noise, and tried a quick and safe remedy. Alas the noise came back a little later. When I called back I was told they had no open spaces until Monday, maybe. I had to drive to Los Angeles on Tuesday, and was worried if it would be safe. I was told that if any of the racks freed up and if there was a technician free to help that I would get a call. I did. I went. The got the car up on the rack, ruled out anything major, found another potential source, and so far, so good. There was no charge the first time, and the second was around $35. They also spotted that there was screw stuck in one of my tires, and me where I could go to fix it. Kind, patient, reasonable, prompt, affordable folks. Could not ask for more. I am so glad I walked in. read more

Do not take your car here to get smogged!! They couldn't take the time to figure out that my new catalytic converter was perfectly fine, there had been changes to part numbers, which they couldn't take the time to figure out and I was denied passing smog. read more

Over 20 years of service to our family, with no complaints and a lot of appreciation. These guys are the best of the best.

After an emergency stop due to a heater core problem, Eric stops what he's doing and fixes my classic Bronco on the spot. Who does that?!!! The job was done correctly and for a fraction of what another shop would have charged. Do NOT hesitate to bring your car or truck to him! read more

My car almost got stuck on the Cuesta Grade in SLO. I luckily got it to Ferrell's Auto Repair. Was I lucky to find them and my car was fixed to perfection. Eric was fantastic and got everything right. I can't thank them enough. Pricing is very reasonable and quality of work is outstanding. Thanks to Ferrell's for fixing my 1999 Suburban. It runs like new! read more

Great tram, honest and eager to find the issues. Eric was terrific, he kept me informed as they worked through some complex issues. Love these guys read more

Friendly, organized and affordable. Love the service. They are also quick and accommodating ans work with you.

I was just there for a smog check. It cost just under $50 total and took about a half-hour. While waiting, I overheard the guy being very considerately explanatory to several customers. It sounds like a good place to go for real repairs. read more

I've been to Ferrell's Auto Repair twice this year and have been very impressed by the quality neighborhood customer service vibe they provide. I've already recommended their services to all of my friends as THE auto repair shop to go to in North County. Here's why you should check them out: - You cannot beat how neighborly their customer service is. It makes me feel like I'm back at home in the Bay Area going to my regular shop. They're personable to a point, friendly and accommodating and they really guide you through the process of what's going on with your car. I never felt like I didn't know what was going on. I never had to ask because they always kept me well-informed. - They have reasonable prices for the area. I've had my alternator fixed by them and the price they quoted me for was exactly what I expected an alternator cost. Unfortunately in my case they had to order a rebuilt alternator, but the quote for the overall repair remained the same. - Sometimes when I take a car into a shop a few days later I'll start having all kinds of problems with the car. This has happened to me several times in my life. Not with Ferrell's. I find them to be very diligent and thorough with their repairs. This also shows in when they report to you what's going on with your car. This really makes me feel comfortable bringing my car into them because I feel like I'm getting quality work for a good price. So.. yeah. Check out Atascadero's diamond in the rough if you ever have car trouble. :) read more

Honest, consistent, dependable, helpful. My family has been going to Ferrell's Auto Repair for over twenty years and plan to keep going at least another twenty. I have a '99 Tacoma which is still going strong but often has minor problems, which Ferrell's is always quick to diagnose and fix. Try them out - you'll never have to go anywhere else! read more

so, to me the mechanic is a place I hate to go. maintaining a vehicle is expensive and unfortunately I was never trained much in how cars run. I find I'm never sure if I'm getting a fair shake in terme of pricing and quantity of work. I asked my friend who is a mechanic to check out my truck, he told me what was wrong. I took it in to Ferrells and they did a great job, best quoted price in town and no bull. they definitely understand that dollars are hard earned. thanks guys. read more

I dropped my Co-Worker Julie S. off here yesterday morning in an emergency situation with her vehicle. Ferrell's was super busy but got her in right away. They were friendly and had promot service. They fixed an electrical issue and had her car ready in a few hours at a very reasonable price which we were all pleasantly surprised! This is a great shop and we will be referring them to all! read more

They gave me an accurate quote on my vehicle and got the repairs done in ONE DAY! It astonished me because of how many things they were able to fix in such a short time and at such a low price. My car runs great now! read more

These guys are the best mechanics ever. They are honest and reasonable. I have taken all my cars to them I think for at least the last 15 years. They always stand behind their work. If you are looking for trustworthiness, you don't have to look any further. read more

These guys are great! Ladies, need a good auto mechanic that you can trust?? Ferrell's is the place for you. They're honest, fair, friendly, and fast. I've never given a positive review for an auto repair shop before so count this as my golden endorsement! read more

On my first visit for a check engine light, I experienced a great team. They were so very helpful, on point, and most importantly, they are honest. read more

My best friend recommended that I take my cars here to get my smog done. It is their specialty. I made an appointment and for as old as the car was they recommended a test to make sure it passed. So glad they did because it did not pass and had to get some work done first. They gave me an estimate and told me if I would like to get the work done somewhere else and bring it back to finish the song that would be fine. Great guys very helpful and honest. I had them do the work and they know have a customer for life. Thanks guys read more

Being a female raised by a mechanic, I know more than your average bear about cars and what is probably wrong with mine when it has problems. After dealing with another Atascadero shop who tried to sell me $1700 dollars worth of repairs, but couldn't answer my basic questions (like what code their reader showed as the reason my check engine light was on), I was distraught about getting my car repaired and smogged without being ripped off. Ferrell's was recommended by a few people I trust, so I tried them. This shop is SUPERB! They listen to my explanations, treat me like the intelligent woman I am, and go out of their way to get me back on the road quickly with the smallest bill possible! The $1700 worth of repairs the other shop said I needed? Hah! Ferrell's repaired my Subaru and performed the smog, successfully, for $185! Today I realized the power steering pump is going out... Before discovering Ferrell's, I would have replaced it myself to protect myself from possible dishonesty or shoddy work, but now that I have Ferrell's on my side I will hire them to do it. read more

Efficient, on time, keeps promises, and delivers very fair prices! Smog is their specialty and they are much lower priced than other places (I checked). Thank You! read more

I always take my cars here. The price is fair and they're honest and thorough. Ive been to several shops and have never been as confident going in as here. read more

Very impressed with Ferrell's. Always very polite, great service and reasonable prices. My family has used Ferrell's for over 15 years and we have always been happy. Support local business! Support Ferrell.s Auto Repair! read more

If there's a possible sixth star? This place deserves it! Friendly, fair and honest when my vehicles need some attention.

My son is a 16 year old driver who needed to get is new truck smog checked and registered. He was getting the run around and poor help all over town until he finally ended up at Ferrell's. He had a great experience. The gentlemen here were helpful, attentive and explained all his options, broke down quotes for him and ultimately resolved what he thought was a very stressful new situation! I cannot thank Ferrell's enough for both the helpful experience they provided him, as well as the thorough, honest automotive work and exceptionally fair price! As a mom already on edge over having a teenage driver, I feel much more confident that he found the perfect mechanics to help him stay safely on the road! read more

They are knowledgable, have fair pricing, and have done great work. I highly recommend them!

My family has been coming here for years. I took my new car to Triple A in Timonium and 6 months later, it is still breaking down and not moving after it starts. After $2,000 in "repairs" from Triple A, I regret not just going with my gut to go to Ferrell's. Everyone here is kind and genuinely concerned about me and the state of my car. I can't say enough good about this place. The cars I have taken here rarely had issues and one of them was a 96. I'm talking 16 years old. Now, I have a newer car that I've let other people work on and I have been towed 7 times this year. If you come here, trust that you are in good hands. If you have to go anywhere else, please make sure they know what they're doing so you don't make the same mistakes I made. read more

I was told this had to be the most honest place to take your car. Lets be honest, most car repair places are like lawyers. Will take you for all they can cause they can, this place makes me believe someday I'll find an honest lawyer........... read more

First time here and had a great experience. They diagnosed and fixed my issue timely and well within estimate. Highly recommended!

I have now had several repairs done to two different vehicles at Ferrell's and a number of smog tests. (My issues were mainly related to high mileage and things just wearing out like front wheel bearings, water pump, disk brake pads, and such.) This is a first class operation in every way. It might be a trite term to say they "check all the boxes", but they do. Superb communication and updates. Work is done fast and well. They look around for other things to warn you about and suggest, but never try to pad the job with unnecessary work. I have an American pickup truck and a Japanese car and they have experts and lots of experience in both. I had a great multi-year relationship with a shop in SLO but sadly they closed. I was looking for one in Atascadero as good or better, and found it in Ferrell's Automotive. Strongly recommend. read more

These folks are awesome! I'd recommend them to family and friends... and that says a lot!

These guys are terrific. Had a vacuum leak and they diagnosed a broken input manifold. Chrysler want about 3 grand for part. Ferrells did the online research and told me to buy a part on eBay. Total cost to me was under $420. Totally trust these people. read more

They are always professional. They give me a ride when I need it (or when I'm too lazy to walk). I trust them completely with my car.

This is the best repair shop I have ever used! Fast, reasonable and explain things so I can understand! read more

Ferrell's saved the day! I took my truck to the Ford Dealer in SLO for a problem with random engine failure. They couldn't figure out what the issue was after having it for the weekend. I decided to try a local repair shop and called Ferrell's, who came highly recommended. While I couldnt get in for 5 days, it was worth the wait. They called and got permission to work further on the problem, and eventually discovered the cause. They had it diagnosed and repaired by the end of the day. Awesome! They were very professional and reasonably priced, also! read more

I didn't believe in an honest mechanic, but Ferrell's is as good as it gets! I took my car a while back somewhere else to see why the check engine light was on. With them they found out the "problem" in a few minutes. With Ferrell's they took the time they needed to run all the tests and find out exactly what the problem was. They were honest and fair with the prices. read more

Ferrell's is amazing! A truly honest and fair repair shop. A few years ago another shop told me I needed new ball joints due to shuddering when stopping my van, for a total of $2000. I took it to Ferrell's for a second opinion - just replaced the brake drums for $300! My cars come here all the time now! read more

Yep, these guys are good. In a somewhat hidden location off of the main El Camino drag, located beside a motorcycle repair shop, rests Ferrell's Auto shop. Their main claim to fame is their smog check service, but they are a full service mechanic's shop, or do they call it technician's shop now? (please don't fine me PC police). Ferrell's has been in Atascadero for a long time and have built up a loyal following, just check out the other reviews here, by consistently being Honest guys when it comes to what's wrong with your vehicle. And they will go the extra mile for you as well, often suggesting solutions that cost you less than all your other quotes. They've helped me out with several different cars and trucks over the years and have always done great work at a fair price. I really can't recommend this shop highly enough, and if you think you can get a smog check cheaper somewhere else, just know that most of the other auto shops in the area all use Ferrell's for their smog check clients as well. read more