Great and helpful service!…read more I had issues with my truck not starting properly but Jeremy was able to help keep me on the road. He also was able to identify potential future problems that could occur with the vehicle which I very much appreciated as a non-car person. Will definitely book here for future maintenance!

Phenomenal!!! Honest, fast, and so reasonable! I had horrible experiences with several other…read moreshops before I found this one. I think I have found a place that I can trust for all the work my car might need.

They thought they had a part for my Vanagon and when they couldn't find it, they reached out and…read morefound me a used one for free. Even shipped it to me for free after they refunded my money. best customer service ever!

Sent a VW in with an oil leak. Shop fixed leak, road tested and said van was ready. When picked it…read moreup it spit out oil. Shop saying too bad and will not honor their work. Miles and the staff seem like nice people, but they do not stand behind their work or repairs. Unfortunate.

So grateful! The folks here are kind and genuine . They helped me with my interlock device which is…read moreincredibly frustrating and confusing but having such kind knowledgeable service helps the process. I'll definitely be back when I need services done again!

We got a call from the owner himself to discuss replacing our clutch. They had great communication…read morethe whole time and the prices were acceptable. Our new go to shop in Eugene.

I'm new to the PNW, so color me surprised when I turned on my outside car's heater and got hit with…read morethe distinct scent of zoo and port-a-potty. Yup. Rats had moved in. This being a time-sensitive matter, as rats could end up chewing through wires the longer they live in your engine compartment, Sun Automotive thankfully made space for my poor car the same day I called. They kept my car for 3 days and were able to work it in around other customers. They found the nest in my heater box and removed it and sanitized everything and changed the air filter where the rats had started another nest. After all of that, they sprayed herbal rat repellent and sent me on my way. They're pretty expensive, the rat repellent they sprayed was about $140, but they do good work, communicate updates well, and they worked me in same-day when other mechanics I called quoted me a whole week out. Overall, I'm very pleased that they were able to get the rats out before any more damage could occur. My car is now safely in a garage, so this will hopefully never happen again. I plan to return to Sun Automotive for regular maintenance.

First of all, I never write reviews but this company's commercials about how fair and honest they…read moreare, are so outrageous and it could not be further from the truth it angers me every time I see one. You might see some positive reviews and that's only because the people that are writing them still don't know they got ripped off. I arrived in Eugene OR five years ago and the engine light went on in my SUV. I happen to be near an auto parts store and knew they had some testing device. They said they I needed some part replaced, I don't remember what it was called now, but it was $200 and easy to install. I didn't buy it then but went to Sun Automotive on Rustic Pl., to get an estimate to fix it. they looked me in the face and said it was gonna cost $900. I told him how the auto parts store said it would only cost $200 for the part and that would be easy to install. but Sun Automotive said the auto parts store didn't know what they were talking about and to replace it would be very difficult to get to. I suspected a rip off and went to a different auto repair company down the road. Not only did they tell me it was easy to replace that part, but when they checked out the car, the only thing that was wrong was that the gas cap was loose. I'm telling you folks and I have nothing to gain for making this up. These are conniving thieves. BUYER BEWARE !

There are plenty of mechanics and garages in Eugene to choose from, but I will definitely be…read morepointing people in Sun Automotive's direction whenever I have the opportunity. I first came to Sun just because of their proximity to my home, and Bryan at the campus location helped me out with several smaller issues I was having without charging me - that easily earned them a first look when I had some real mechanical issues to deal with. Customer service means a lot when you're a smaller business, and those kinds of things go a long way towards creating customer loyalty. Most recently, I needed a shop alignment after making some modifications and repairs to my vehicle (I had first taken it to Les Schwab because Sun was booked for the week and I wanted it at short notice, but my estimate quadrupled when they told me my inner/outer tie rods needed replacing). Bryan gave me a call the afternoon of the day I brought my vehicle in and told me that they were able to complete the work, but that they felt they needed to fix some of my amateur driveway repairs to my tie rods. That required another 1.5 hours of labor to basically undo my work and then do it properly. Bryan said that he didn't wouldn't just add charges onto my initial bill - I had come in expecting to pay a certain price for an alignment. However, the repairs were definitely critical. He asked how I felt about paying for the extra labor. In a nutshell, I agreed to pay the extra because 1. I have a lot more peace of mind, 2. It's fair to pay a person for their labor, and 3. He took the time to ask me about the charge rather than just tacking it on. Like I said above, it's the small stuff that earns loyalty in a competitive business. I'd go to Sun before someone else, even if they had lower rates, because they do good work and they go above and beyond to earn your patronage.

My son brought his car here to find out what repairs it needed as it's an older vehicle. In their…read moredefense the things they listed as needing repairs were correct but the price they were charging for the repairs was outrageous! After looking over the estimate my husband told him to get a second opinion. He took it out to Springfield to a different mechanic. Same repairs for less than half the price. I feel that this place preys on students and people in a bind.

Dropped in because the bolt on my license plate came off. I was welcomed by immediate qualified…read moreservice with no charge. Thank you, Cory!

I have moved out of Oregon since my original dealings with Sun. Recently, my SUV was having issues…read morewith the catalytic converters and it caused poor acceleration. My local shop didn't do a very good job with the diagnostics and only suggested replacing the top cat. Which had been replaced when I bought the rig last year due to Lithia selling me a beater. They had the exhaust system replaced and fixed all the issues that were present. Since it was a consignment to a muffler shop, it certainly did come with a price tag. But as a person residing in the Seattle area for the last 8 years, it was still a much better deal than anyone would have given me. They were kind and understood that I would need extra time and attention to haul the vehicle into them. Given how hot she was running, I was concerned it would overheat. They paid attention and noted recommendations that I knew about due to friends looking at the car but never were mentioned by the other shops who had worked on her. Exceptionally professional and goes above and beyond. You get what you pay for and nobody is a miracle worker, so try keeping that in mind when you need auto repairs.

I have continued to use Oakmont Service Center exclusively since January 2020. They are courteous,…read morereliable, competent and honest. Excellent in all respects. Most recently, for various reasons, I felt that I probably needed a new battery (or alternator!), but they indicated that both were fine. Also, I mentioned that my car (a second vehicle) probably needed an oil change. After checking, they stated "Nope, good for another 3000 miles." It would have been easy to take advantage, but they did not. I happily paid the $45 inspection and testing fee. Look, if you need a solid business to maintain your car, I don't think that you can do better. Two thumbs up and five stars all the way.

Oakmont Service Center - A Referral That Fell Short…read moreReferrals are the backbone of any reputable business, especially in the world of classic cars. I own a 1949 Chevy, and like many classic car owners, I rely heavily on trusted recommendations. Skilled mechanics who truly understand vintage vehicles are rare in our area, especially since the retirement of one of the most respected classic specialists Eugene has ever had. Oakmont Service Center came recommended by a respected transmission expert, and my first interaction with Jerremy, the manager, was positive. My initial visit--radiator exchange, exhaust leak repair, and a minor carburetor adjustment--went smoothly, and meeting the two mechanics who handle classics gave me confidence in the referral. That confidence didn't last. A Breakdown and a Missed Diagnosis During a casual weekend drive, my Chevy wouldn't start after a coffee stop. After checking the usual suspects with no luck, I called Jerremy. The car was towed in, and it took two days before Eric looked at it. Because I'd had a starter issue in the past, he removed and reinstalled the starter without performing a full diagnostic. A professional approach would have been to verify the actual cause rather than rely on history. The real issue was the distributor. I chose to upgrade to an electronic module and coil. Eric removed the distributor and sent it to a shop in Cottage Grove for the upgrade. When it returned, I made it clear--in front of Eric, Jerremy, and Mike (the owner)--that if there were any questions, they should call the builder directly. No call was ever made. Critical Steps Missed The builder later informed me that Oakmont suggested they "needed to get into the engine," which was unnecessary and incorrect. The distributor had been installed improperly, and a firewall-mounted module was still running six volts--something any experienced classic mechanic would have caught immediately. The car would never have started without correcting that. To suggest engine work without completing basic diagnostic steps was a bad call. Lack of Accountability When I stopped by to speak with Mike about the missed steps, he was "too busy" to talk. Jerremy took my number, but no one followed up. When I reached out again, I was offered a $100 refund--an acknowledgment that mistakes were made, but not a meaningful resolution. I was also disappointed to walk in and see Eric working on my classic without a fender mat. That alone speaks volumes about attention to detail and respect for the vehicle. A Referral That Didn't Hold Up This referral fell short. As another reviewer, Von Sellz, pointed out--we don't all have dash cams to monitor what happens behind the shop doors. Some shops, like Joe's Garage, take thorough check-in photos and run a professional, accountable operation. They've been doing it right since 1952. Oakmont Service Center had an opportunity to live up to their reputation and the trust placed in them through referrals. Instead, they missed critical steps, failed to communicate, and didn't take ownership of their mistakes.

Can't say enough good things about Jon Mermis' Springfield Automotive and Transmission. Broke down…read morein Springfield driving my hot rod from Palm Desert, CA to Victoria, B.C., Canada. Broke a spindle on a '63 Jag XKE front end. Jon did the impossible, locating a spindle in Salem, OR. His mechanic, Don, provided me with transportation to get the needed part. Made a three hour round trip for the part and they were able to make repairs and finish by end of day. Jon continued to call and check on my progress throughout the day and even guided me back to my hotel during rush hour! The next day he called to see how we're doing. I have never experienced a more professional, motivated and caring auto repair shop. Highly recommend to everyone. B.R., Palm Desert, CA

Awesome shop, and honest people, I brought my truck in to get the 4wD fixed and they had it…read morediagnosed & fixed the same day. They actually communicate to explain what the issue with your vehicle. Now it's fast forward a few months and my four-wheel drive light started coming up as service 4 wheel drive, so I called and let them know. They were very happy to have me back and said to bring it on in. They diagnosed it and it was one of the 4WD parts. They were kind enough to just swap it right out, I did not have to pay for the second installation and they upgraded my part with a lifetime warranty. I plan to bring all of my vehicles here from now on. Thanks guys, it's nice to know there's still an actual honest automotive shop.