Great place to take my car Friendly and amazing customer…read moreservice Keep up the awesome work

Highly professional friendly I do recommend them They are clean and great at what they offer.read more

My family has been going to Schmitty's for at least ten years because of their quality and honesty…read more We like having everything done at one place, by a locally-owned business. Schmidty's also honors their warranties. Recently, I got a message on my dash board that my tire pressure was low in one tire. It was from a nail or screw. Schmidty's replaced it under warranty. They warranty all their tires. Last week, my car wouldn't start. I got it jumped and learned it was down to 11 percent. I was encouraged by the roadside assistance technician to purchase a replacement battery with a three year life, but I chose to take it to Schmidty's out of loyalty. My four year old battery turned out to have a five year warranty and Schmidty's replaced it. Yes, there was labor, but the new battery was no charge. My previous experience for 20 years was with other service companies because I drove a fleet vehicle and was required to use certain brands. I don't recall ever being told something that needed replacing was under warranty. That is why Schmidty's shines, in my mind. I did not have to point out the warranties; they brought them to my attention. They also saved me having to get my vehicle towed by allowing me to drive it with them right away so the tire went flat and the battery died on their property.

I took my vehicle to a shop with great reviews. They gave me what seemed like a reasonable initial…read moreimpression, but when the actual quote came back it was around $2,400, and then they started pushing unnecessary add-ons. The part itself wasn't expensive, but they insisted the labor was extensive and pressured me into getting it repaired immediately. not trusting my instincts but also needing my car back quickly, I went ahead with the repair. About a month later, I found out the issue was actually related to a recall. That meant I could have had the entire repair done at the dealership for free. What makes it worse is that they clearly knew something was up they even told me they had to contact the dealer for information. Because of that, I ended up paying a couple THOUSAND dollars I didn't need to spend. In hindsight, they were aware it was likely a recall and didn't disclose it properly. Very shady experience definitely go somewhere else.

I got quotes from several shops, and Enjoying Mechanics was on the low end of the price range. The…read moredifference was their honesty. Since the engine was already apart for the water pump replacement, they only charged for the additional parts--timing chain, tensioner, valve covers, and spark plugs. Other shops wanted another $1,500 in labor. That's integrity.

Fast and affordable. You might want to learn from my expensive mistake and skip the Ford dealership…read moremechanic and come directly here :)

Great customer service, fair and honest. Would definitely go again and highly recommend. Fixed our…read moreAC quickly and we were back on the road in no time.

Great honest service, couldn't have asked for better help. I am from out of town picking up a car…read morepart from a local parts dealer. My AC went out during our trip and they were able to diagnose the problem and have it running in no time at all. Very fair and honest and I would highly recommend.

I would like to take a moment to truly thank Keith for his hard work and dedication to fixing my…read morecar. He went above and beyond all my expectations, truly a great mechanic. Had a super mysterious clunking when driving over bumps & dips due to previous mechanic mistakes, and he took some of his personal time to come with me and to hear it for himself. They priced very fairly and had an incredible turnaround time, typically done within the same day. Thank you Keith for all that you do, I will be back because of you for the foreseeable future. PS: Keith, the sound is completely gone. Again, thank you.

First time here today. Might be my new go-to my mechanic now…read more Got the oil changed, coolant drained and refilled, as well as the valve gasket cover replaced along with my air filter. My previous go-to mechanic tripped me with a quote of $575 for the valve gasket cover replacement (I assumed they meant the entire thing, not the rubber seal). So I went to this place due to reasonable prices. Their labor prices are also more competitive. The only downsize is that they don't do appointment. Otherwise; so far so good.

Good Service Reasonable Prices. Knowledge and Professional. Very Clean and Pleasant Atmosphere and…read moreExcellent Working on the Car.Recommend to All want a Piece of Mind. Very good.

Called the day before for an 8AM appointment since I was preparing for a long road trip. I'd heard…read moregood things about Firestone's lifetime alignment, and they were able to get me in no problem. They also confirmed they could work on my Tesla Model Y, which I know not every location does. Robert took care of me when I arrived, and he was great from the start. He was super chill, honest, and easy to talk to. Since I was a new customer, he explained some Tesla-specific quirks and tire wear info. As someone who's been into cars for years, and worked on all of mine personally before I got an EV, I could tell right away he knew what he was talking about and wasn't trying to upsell me. The whole process was fast and smooth. Got me checked in quickly, let me know I could grab breakfast nearby if I wanted, and kept everything transparent throughout. What really stood out was overhearing how he treated other customers while I waited. He was honest about what services were actually needed, never pushy, and very understanding when people mentioned budget concerns. Instead of pressuring anyone, he explained what could wait and what he genuinely recommended taking care of. I was judging, as someone that knows cars, and he passed. Overall, I left really impressed with both the service and the customer care here. Oh and the lifetime alignment? Will pay for itself and then some after the next alignment. For the just a little more than what as America's Tire was going to charge for a one time alignment. Looking forward to coming back. Or at least as much as anyone can for a routine alignment.

My 2nd appointment here !…read more I was having car issue that other mechanics couldn't figure out, I show up without an appointment and was greeted by a warm service. I thought my starter was going bad, but upon their inspections, a cleaning on the battery terminals was recommended and that resolve my issue. I told them I needed to go a smog & they had it in house service. In less than an hour, I was already back on the road home. Thank you for your services ! I will return again for my future car needs

So happy to be able to make this review. Outstanding company. Very thorough. Krista / Luis /…read moreChelsea / Walter Rep / Bennett Rep / Darrell Mechanic and Dan the Manager take great care of my vehicles: Honda, Toyota and '67 Firebird! I highly recommend Expertec for all your automotive needs.

The most trustworthy. The only place I take my car. My car is 26 years old. Hes gone out of his…read moreway to source parts on ebay. And he's reasonable.!

I've been a customer with Jim's for a number of years. Sam is the most honest and reliable mechanic…read moreyou'll find. He won't over sell you on anything and will give you only sound mechanical advice (to include using the right parts). His prices are very fair (not super cheap or expensive). I don't go anywhere else but to Sam.

I can't express how grateful I am for Performance Auto Repair in Costa Mesa. Even though I live all…read morethe way in Chino, something about their reviews made me feel like I could trust them -- and I was right. When my SUV overheated and the engine failed, I was overwhelmed. But the moment I spoke with them, it felt like a weight lifted. They understood exactly what was happening before they even saw the car. Instead of pushing a costly $6,000 engine replacement, Byron found a way to rebuild the engine through a machine shop, saving me thousands. That kind of honesty is rare. The repairs took time, but they never rushed. They kept us updated, checked every detail, and refused to release the vehicle until they were absolutely sure there were no leaks, no issues, no surprises. After dealing with another shop that returned our Honda Pilot with oil leaks, this level of care meant everything. What stood out most was their integrity. Their kindness. Their commitment to doing the right thing even when it takes longer or costs them more effort. If we lived closer to Costa Mesa, we'd bring every one of our vehicles here without hesitation. There truly aren't enough words to describe how thankful I am for Byron and his team. They didn't just fix my SUV -- they restored my trust in what an honest auto shop can be.

I recently moved to Costa Mesa, and when I discovered power steering fluid all over the ground, I…read moreneeded to find a mechanic quickly. With plenty of shops nearby, I went through the reviews and Performance Auto immediately stood out. People consistently mentioned their honesty, expertise, and customer service, and my experience lived up to those reviews. They were able to diagnose and repair the issue within a few hours, kept me informed throughout the process, and clearly explained what was happening. Since several different things could have caused the leak, I appreciated how thoroughly they evaluated it and accurately identified the problem. Luckily, it turned out to be a relatively minor repair. Everyone was friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful during a stressful situation. The repair also cost much less than I anticipated, which was a welcome surprise. It's great to already have a local mechanic I can trust, and I'll definitely be returning to Performance Auto for any future automotive needs.

Always had a great experience here. Got body work done. Jason was very helpful. Communication was…read moreconsistent and clear, with updates every few days which really helped ease the stress. He worked with me on the cost, which I appreciate, and they were able to prioritize my repair and finish it much faster than expected. Professional, responsive, and accommodating. I'd definitely recommend them.

UPDATE: What I discovered after posting my original review made this experience considerably worse…read more My family brought vehicles to Gustafson Brothers for three generations--my grandparents, my mother, and then me. We kept supporting them because they are a longtime Huntington Beach business. That history is exactly why this feels like such a betrayal of trust. I paid $631.30 after bringing in my van for a long-crank/hard-start problem. The invoice included $182.50 for a crank/no-start investigation and stated: "The 'long crank' has been eliminated." It had not been eliminated. I returned because the same problem remained. Gustafson then identified a weak fuel pump--the same component I had told them from the beginning that I suspected. I tried to resolve this reasonably. I did not demand a large refund. I asked them to apply some compensation toward basic fluid maintenance the van needed. They refused. I later discovered another serious problem with the work. The invoice charged $19.98 for positive and negative battery terminals and $182.50 in labor to install them: $202.48 total. Less than a month later, my van suddenly lost electrical power while I was in Long Beach. When I opened the hood, one newly installed terminal was so loose I could move it by hand. Tightening it did not make it clamp securely to the battery post. The other newly installed terminal was also loose, and wiring had come loose at the connection. This became a recurring loss-of-power problem. I repeatedly had to improvise temporary connections just to finish trips because the terminals would not securely fit the battery posts. I am not accusing anyone of doing this intentionally. I have no evidence of intent. I do not need to speculate. The workmanship I personally found is troubling enough. If a professional repair shop charges $182.50 in labor to install two $9.99 battery terminals, expecting both connections to remain secure for more than a month is not an unreasonable standard. The van's transmission later failed. I am not claiming Gustafson caused that failure. I cannot establish that, and I want this review to remain factual. But after already paying for an unresolved diagnosis and then dealing with poorly fitted battery connections, the added financial damage was devastating. There is one final detail prospective customers should know. After my negative Yelp review appeared, the owner contacted us. My impression was that the conversation focused more on what could be done about the review than on beginning with an apology, understanding what had gone wrong, or correcting the work to a professional standard. After three generations of family patronage, that was perhaps the most revealing part. I did not expect special treatment. I expected competent work, fair treatment, and accountability. What I received was: * $631.30 paid. * $419.75 in labor. * $182.50 for a long-crank investigation that the invoice said had "eliminated" the problem. It had not. * $182.50 in labor to install $19.98 in battery terminals. * Both new connections loose less than a month later after the van lost electrical power. * A reasonable request for compensation through needed maintenance refused. Three generations of loyalty ended with me. Get another estimate. Keep every invoice. Get every promise in writing. Inspect the work before leaving--or avoid the expense and aggravation altogether.