Imperial Autoworks

(454 reviews)

Late to appt due to a long call but he was still able to do my service for me! First one since my…read moreToyota card expired and I think it was very valuable compared to what the receipts used to say at the dealer.

I recently found Thanh on Yelp when I had some urgent issues with my car. He was one of the few…read moremechanics I could reach early in the morning, which I really appreciated. Thanh responded quickly to my calls and promptly diagnosed the issues. He is communicative, knowledgeable, and friendly! I felt my car was in good hands, which was very reassuring. I was already impressed by the online reviews, and seeing another customer in the office give him the highest compliments only reinforced that. I even nodded in agreement. The shop is located in a plaza with several other auto repair spots. It can get very busy, especially on weekends, so I'd recommend calling ahead or making an appointment.

Driven Auto Care of Fremont

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Brought in a recently purchased Honda S2000 for a post-purchase inspection. The service advisor…read moreFernando was professional, respectful, and incredibly knowledgeable and explained things without talking down to me. The work was completed quickly without sacrificing quality, which is something that's hard to find.

Number one your service advisor is very smug ...Charging $300 an hour is Ludacris, especially in…read moretoday's economy. $155 for an oil change on a Honda Civic is crazy. I will be taking my car to Centerville radiator for any repairs on my car and oil change from now on. Ken is extremely fair on his prices. He's not trying to gouge you.

Peninsula European Car Service

(92 reviews)

I reached out to Praveen for an ECU tune and some other after market parts on my Jaguar F-Type R75…read more He was knowledgeable, responsive and excited to do the work. After I placed the hardware order he arranged for the vehicle's work to be done and returned it to me with a roughly 125 horsepower gain. We took this car from 0-60 in ~3.4 to 0-60 in ~2.8-2.9. Icing on the cake, post product support. Just got a text from him asking how the vehicle is performing. Above and beyond what is necessary! He had an assortment of Land Rovers and Aston Martin he was working on when I was onsite which is always good to see. My next car is almost certainly going to be an Aston Martin and Praveen will be the guy to do any work.

Made an appointment with Praveen and he took very good care of me and my Aston Martin Vantage…read more I brought my car in to have an air intake system and exhaust installed.

KT Auto Repair Center

(170 reviews)

I needed my oxygen sensor replaced and was quoted a wide range of numbers but KT auto had the best…read moreprice. When I came in they were pleasant and didn't try to upsell me on anything besides what I came in for. Service took less than an hour and I paid exactly what was quoted. I will be back thank you!

Heard from a friend about this place and it did not disappoint. No more Firestone for us. This…read morewas the first time bringing my nieces car to KT and now I'll be driving from SJ to bring my car here as well. Jose was a pleasure to work with.

Dale's Transmission & Auto Repair

4.1

(19 reviews)

I was going through my 'Car Stuff' folder in my computer while searching for something and came…read moreacross some un-filed stuff on a Cadillac I own and drive every day. I have the canceled check and invoice for the re-built transmission Puzant at Dale's Transmission did for me back in 2012. The transmission is still purring along perfectly over 9 years later and I calculated that comes to 89¢ per day and each day I drive the car, that goes down. Thanks for the good job Puzant. I always recommend you when someone says they have a tranny problem. I'll include a photo. Maybe you'll remember this car.

They just fix the problems, no BS. I have taken my truck there twice over the years and everything…read morecame out great both times. A+

Green Barrel Motors

4.2

(25 reviews)

I recently purchased a Groupon for a front brake and rotor replacement on my 2019 Toyota RAV4 after…read morereceiving a $600 quote from my regular Mechanic. From the moment I met Jesse, I knew I was in great hands. Jesse is a fully equipped mobile mechanic who handled everything on the spot with amazing efficiency. He arrived right where we agreed, prepared with all the necessary tools. He completed the job quickly and right in front of me, explaining every step of the process as he worked. Jesse even checked if I wanted to keep the old brake pads and rotors or if he should dispose of them, which showed his conscientious approach and respect for my preferences. His workmanship was immaculate--everything was done cleanly, and honestly, my brakes don't squeak anymore. I can feel the improved stopping power immediately. Jesse's professionalism and attention to detail are unmatched. I was also impressed by how friendly and straightforward he was, making the entire experience very comfortable. I genuinely don't understand any negative reviews on his page, as my experience was flawless. Jesse is definitely my new go-to guy for any automotive work I need in the future. I'm very grateful to Groupon for bringing him to my attention because I probably wouldn't have discovered such a reliable and skilled mechanic otherwise. If you want honest, quick, knowledgeable, and affordable service, look no further than Jesse at Green Barrel Motors. Highly recommended!

The fact that he is a mobile business is very convenient. I didn't have any problem setting an…read moreappointment with him and his work was very well done. I would recommend him anytime.

Hung Auto Repair

(203 reviews)

Great overall quality and value -- definitely one of the best honest go-to mechanics out there!read more

Been coming here for years since my college days. Johnny has always been incredibly kind, honest,…read moreand genuinely looks out for his customers. The prices are very reasonable, and the service is consistently great. Highly recommend!

King Tires & Wheels Auto Center

(286 reviews)

Neat and quality service Would like to give 5/5 for this…read moreauto center Quick work and they don't waste our time

They need to edit their hours because I came here with a nail in my tire hoping to get repaired and…read moreit seems they're not open at all. Is this business still running?

C&N Automotive

4.0

(42 reviews)

I bought a break fluid oil flush voucher on groupon for mini cooper. Before I went to the shop, I…read morecalled the merchant to schedule an appointment with my car info and how it's working. The owner didn't mention ay additional charges. When I went to the shop , the owner told me I need to pay additional $40 dollars for oil recycling which is not mentioned on the groupon website. I told him I can accept the charge and I need the receipt with the $40 additional charge to follow up with groupon about it. The owner said I am not interested in the deal anymore and asked me to leave and get a refund from groupon. I also noticed the owner increased the break fluid flush price on groupon from $160 to $240 after I left the shop today. It's a really bad experience for customers that the owner can change his mind and reject the service. Update for owner's review below "a vehicle that is directly not covered in the advertisement" , groupon adversisement doesn't mention any special vehicle price. After the owner told me to charge additional $40, I was confused and later accepted the charge while telling him to get the receipt for reference then I can follow up with groupon. After that, the owner refused to do the service. I guess the owner don't want his practice to be exposed to groupon. The owner could have listed the additional charge on the groupon website in the beginning to let customers be clear about all the cost. " TheThe individual came in with a vehicle that is directly not covered in the advertisement. We told him it would be an additional $20 and there was also $20 for hazardous waste because the Groupon does not cover exotic Europeans he's on here acting like a child and leaving negative reviews I offered to work with him but he was combative and at that point we had asked him to leave do the safety constraints of the business and our employees. We will not be taking well to being threatened or harassed"

I had such a great experience with C & N Automotive and honestly wish I had found them sooner…read more From the moment I walked in, they were professional, friendly, and actually took the time to explain everything in a way that made sense. That alone is huge, because a lot of places make you feel rushed or like you're being talked over--but not here. They were upfront about pricing, didn't try to upsell me on anything unnecessary, and got the work done quickly without cutting corners. You can tell they've been doing this for a long time and actually care about their customers and their reputation. What stood out the most to me was how honest and straightforward they were. It's hard to find a mechanic you can trust, but this is definitely one of those places. If you need a smog check, repair, or even just an inspection, I would 100% recommend giving them a shot. I'll definitely be coming back here for anything I need moving forward.

In & Out Tires Auto Repair

4.8

(11 reviews)

Very convenient and friendly. Highly recommend. Thank you to this business. It really helped me…read moreout at an odd time when other places are closed.

In & out tires, auto repair was open while I needed a tire change and let me tell you guys best…read moreservice I've received for being last minute customer. They had the tire size needed and was able to change it in less then 5 minutes the professionalism and attention I received was beyond 5 stars and very affordable as well. Will be returning

T & N Auto Services

(593 reviews)

I had a great experience at T & N Auto Services. From the moment I walked in, I felt comfortable…read moreand welcomed. Mr. Tran was incredibly honest, knowledgeable, and respectful. He took the time to explain everything clearly, and after the repair was completed, he showed me exactly what had been fixed and walked me through the work that was done. really appreciated his transparency and attention to detail. It's not easy to find an auto repair shop you can truly trust, but I felt confident that my car was in great hands. I'm extremely happy with the quality of the service and will definitely be coming back for any future maintenance or repairs. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable, honest, and high quality auto service.

T&N Auto Services diagnosed and fixed an issue with my car that other mechanics couldn't solve for…read morea month, even after multiple visits. He resolved the problem within just three hours. The owner was highly responsive, communicated clearly from start to finish, and kept me informed with detailed explanations and photos throughout the repair process. What stood out was his expertise, professionalism, and excellent communication. He built trust by clearly explaining the repairs and helping me understand the issue. I highly recommend T&N Auto Services for honest, reliable, and knowledgeable auto repair. Both my sister and another friend recommended this business from their experiences. I also highly recommend this business from my own experience! Finally relieved from dealing with my car problem for one month.

Morin Tires

(886 reviews)

Needed two tires changed due to road mishaps. I came here on a Monday at 3; zero wait. They did it…read moreall start to finish within 10min flat. I didn't care about the speed. It was the price they offered for the service. I highly recommend

Stopped by for some advice. And the tech who helped me was very honest. Told me I didn't need to…read morespend money on something that wouldn't fix the problem. Said to come back when the tires are bald and that they still have good tread life left. He didn't earn a $ that day, but I'll definitely be back when I need something.

Wheel Repair Performance

(644 reviews)

Took my brushed wheel here everyone else turned the job away due to the wheel being brushed. Got my…read morewheel back the next day and looked excellent

Quality Work, But Check All Your Options I brought my car…read morehere to have a wheel repaired, and I was really impressed with the customer service--the staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and made the whole process easy. They clearly know their stuff and handled the repair professionally. That said, if you're looking at repairing a stock wheel, I'd highly recommend calling a dealership or checking online for the price of a brand-new replacement first. My repair turned out great, but after the fact, I realized the cost of a new stock wheel would have been surprisingly comparable to the repair cost. Definitely go here if you need a quick, friendly, and reliable fix, but do your homework on the replacement cost before committing!

White Oaks Collision Center

5.0

(1.2k reviews)

I had a great experience with White Oaks Auto Body. Troy took care of everything. My car got…read morecompletely fixed and it looks now like new. Keep up with the great work!

I had a wonderful experience at White Oaks Auto Body! I called a lot of places to get an estimate,…read morebut Robert and his team were the most friendly and helpful! They were able to look at my vehicle and give me an estimate. I really appreciate how Robert took his time in explaining my options and got me scheduled for a fix right away! I was super happy with the outcome and would reccomend this place to everyone! The team here was super professional, kind, and outright amazing!

JB Automotive

(215 reviews)

I usually never take my car to shops since I do the work myself, but I just didn't have the time to…read moredo a full clutch replacement. I took my 1991 NA MX-5 Miata to JB for a clutch and flywheel replacement, and they offered a very competitive flat rate. The clutch now feels brand new! They even took my car back the following week after I found slight misalignment issues with the exhaust and my aftermarket shifter; they had no qualms about fixing it complimentary and did it extremely quickly. I highly recommend JB - they really know what they're doing.

Great service Fair prices and good quality…read more Also very flexible on time so I was able to get it done soon

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Jonathan L.

284

117

8 years ago

Imperial knows their stuff. I brought in my car for a full tune up and inspection. They were able to make the car feel like brand new off the lot again after I drove it. The team there is fast and experienced. The customer service is on point and professional. Two thumbs up and highly recommended if you need to have any time of auto work on your car done. Cheers Imperial team! read more

Nick H.

156

5 years ago

Daniel and the team are the best! I take all my cars here as well as all our company vehicles. It's rare to find a good mechanic and even rarer to find one that doesn't try to up sell you or overcharge you! read more

Max G.

7 years ago

No shortcuts, honest assessments, fair pricing, top quality work. If you have a European car, classic or new, they got you covered.

T V.

11 years ago

Great service and very knowledgeable about cars. Finally a shop I can trust!!! Kept me updated throughout the whole process.

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