Lee&#x27;s Auto Smog

(134 reviews)

Ok, still going strong with getting my SMOG check at South County SMOG for like over 11 years…read morenow!!! Talk about supporting a local business despite the owners having changed a few years back. The nice thing is that I received a $10 discount with their recent post card mailer, so a nice savings there: $10.00( discount) - $56.75 = $55.00. Just waiting for my SMOG to get completed NOTE: they are SUPER QUICK. DONE: 10 MINUTES !!!! Way to go South County SMOG keep up the great work!!!

So friendly, efficient, all the good things! thanks so much,…read moregreat people! So friendly, efficient, all the good things! thanks so much, great people!

Happy Smog Check

4.1

Would not smog my car claiming it needed a sticker even though it is completely stock. Another shop…read moresaid he was an idiot and smogged it without issue.

The shop was easy to find, and the price for the smog check was reasonable. Highly recommend.read more

Payless Smog & Tune

3.8

Dan has always treated me fair. He is knowledgeable, very experienced, and often talks me out of…read moredoing what I requested, because he knows it would be a waste of money. He can diagnose the problem and give me all the options. This may sound strange, but I actually enjoy paying him. And I'm a tight wad! It will be a sad day when he fully retires.

I went in for my regularly scheduled oil change. I was not having any issues with my vehicle prior…read moreto leaving it here with Dan. After I picked my car up, I drove for 32 miles before I went over the hill to Santa Cruz. Once I was over the hill, my check engine light came on as well as my oil light. My oil indicator light has never come on since I bought this car new in 2016. There was not a drop of oil in my engine. I had to add almost 4 quarts to fill it up. Needless to say when I went in for an oil change, they forgot to put the oil back in. I called in immediately from Santa Cruz to let him know that my light came on and he automatically suggested that maybe I had a leak somewhere. I double triple checked everywhere under my car and there were no leaks not a single drop of oil leaking from my engine... when I got back into town, I immediately took my car back down to Payless to talk to Dan, and he still denied any wrongdoing insisting that I have an oil leak and that is where all the oil went had to keep an eye on it. Since then I have drove over 1500 miles and still not single drop of oil from my engine. I have offered him multiple opportunities to make this right by doing another oil change and a compression check on my engine to make sure that there was no damage done. I have received no response from him in any effort to make this right. I hate to leave a negative review because I actually really like Dan, but as a business owner myself, you have to be accountable for your mistakes. Had he just admitted that somehow it was overlooked and apologized, I would've gladly accepted and moved on. Unfortunately, now I need to worry about any damage that was done to my engine while it had no oil in it.

Preferred Automotive

4.3

(170 reviews)

An update to my past review: These guys are top notch! My car had an electrical issue that seemed…read morealmost insurmountable, the capable pros at Preferred dug in and rooted out the cause. Great service, quality workmanship and a good value for the money spent. Honest, competent, professional, reliable and just all around nice guys.

Brought my 2013 Lexus GS 350 in for a coolant leak and paid about $180 in diagnostic fees. They…read moretold me I needed a full radiator, thermostat, and hoses replaced -- quoted around $1,800. Their own paperwork admitted the cooling system only lost 1 psi in 15 minutes and that they couldn't actually find a leak. I got a second opinion at a dealership. The real problem was just the radiator cap -- the worn cap couldn't hold pressure, so the coolant was boiling over and escaping. About $100 to replace, and the car has run perfectly ever since. The cap was even listed on their own quote (a $26 part), but instead of trying the cheap fix first, they pushed a $1,500 radiator job. Either they couldn't diagnose a basic cooling issue or they were counting on me not getting a second opinion. Get your quote checked elsewhere before paying these guys.

Circle K Smog

4.9

(36 reviews)

Smooth, quick and efficient. A little hard to find you need Tod five around the lot, be in look out…read morefor the smog banner for the initial turn

There was no wait. Very quick service, nice quiet setting. Pleasant interaction. Highly…read morerecommended.

Bruce's Tire & Auto

4.3

(172 reviews)

Very good communication and professionalism. Helped me with my car more than once and every time I…read moreleft happier than when I arrived

Awesome service at a great price! Great bunch of guys here, too. I made an appointment and was in…read moreand out in no time for a tire repair. Will come back for my tires and services. .

Lightning Auto Repair Services

(22 reviews)

Paul & Miguel are very courteous and professional. I took my car in for some preventative…read moremaintenance and was very happy with the outcome. They were one of two shops that I called for estimates/quotes and they won by a landslide. Will definitely be a repeat customer. Thank you!

Always a great experience here. Paul, Miguel and Chris are top notch guys and they're very honest…read moreand professional. Hard to find a quality shop that you can trust. Would recommend this business to anyone.

Best Auto Care

4.4

(26 reviews)

Had some engine problems, got it diagnosed for free. Friendly, fast & efficient. Thank you!read more

The BEST!! I have trusted Prinze with my cars for at least 12 years...I trust him EXPLICITLY!!!…read moreAlways honest and professional!

Redman's Automotive

4.0

(46 reviews)

We have been going to Redman's Automotive for about 4 years now and they have always taken good…read morecare of us. We have gotten to know the family that runs it and enjoy chatting with them about life while our cars are faithfully worked on. They are always upfront about issues and prices. they communicate promptly as well. They have serviced us for routine oil changes, replaced batteries - after stress testing them - and found other issues that we weren't even aware of.

A great family owned shop. I've had three different cars worked in n here. We've used them for…read moreyears and will continue to use them for as long as we stay in town. They are honest folks that genuinely want the best for their customer.

Bozzo's Union 76

4.2

(23 reviews)

The guy is rude and very cocky instead of being friendly he gets mad just because he needs to be…read morecorrect on the side of the pump he is looking at like what is his problem relax and be nice for once it's not hard!!

I went there today and traded in a $25 lottery ticket for gas to a heavy set Hispanic woman working…read morethere and got a gas credit since she said she didn't have enough money to pay the ticket. I went back to the pump and noticed the pump was in prepay mode at the credit price which was higher than the cash price. I went back inside and told the woman to reset the pump to the cash price. She told me that was the last customer 's price and not mine. I told her that is wrong because how could that be true if the pump is in prepay and shows the price. I ended up not pumping any gas. She kept kept arguing with me and finally gave me my money back. This woman is a thief and probably skimming money while screwing other customers. Stay away from this gas station.

Preferred Automotive

4.3

(170 reviews)

An update to my past review: These guys are top notch! My car had an electrical issue that seemed…read morealmost insurmountable, the capable pros at Preferred dug in and rooted out the cause. Great service, quality workmanship and a good value for the money spent. Honest, competent, professional, reliable and just all around nice guys.

Brought my 2013 Lexus GS 350 in for a coolant leak and paid about $180 in diagnostic fees. They…read moretold me I needed a full radiator, thermostat, and hoses replaced -- quoted around $1,800. Their own paperwork admitted the cooling system only lost 1 psi in 15 minutes and that they couldn't actually find a leak. I got a second opinion at a dealership. The real problem was just the radiator cap -- the worn cap couldn't hold pressure, so the coolant was boiling over and escaping. About $100 to replace, and the car has run perfectly ever since. The cap was even listed on their own quote (a $26 part), but instead of trying the cheap fix first, they pushed a $1,500 radiator job. Either they couldn't diagnose a basic cooling issue or they were counting on me not getting a second opinion. Get your quote checked elsewhere before paying these guys.

Gilroy Auto Works

(37 reviews)

Great customer service and great work on my vehicles. I would highly recommend this place to our…read morelocal community.

Happy with their service and pricing for my Audi servicing . Scheduling was easy too . I plan to…read morecontinue using their help in future

Zays Mobile Mechanic

4.7

(12 reviews)

My truck was having trouble kicking over so I hired Izaiah to come out and tell me what was wrong…read more He told me it was the starter and it would cost around 600 dollars to fix. I paid him and he said it was good but it wasn't. I eventually called AAA and they tested my battery and it was the battery. I paid them to replace it and my trucks fine now. After I notified Izaiah and requested some of the money back, he said he would send me back the cost of labor ($345). The first week he was out of the country then The second week he was waiting for the money to get in to his account because he had no money and now he's just ignoring me. This is a horrible way to do business and I wouldn't recommend him to anyone.

This young man came to our rescue! Long story short.. fast response, got to us within 15 min of…read morecalling him. He replaced our cracked radiator hose only took him about 40 min work after getting new hose. His price was VERY reasonable!! We highly recommend Zay's mobile mechanic service. Thank you Zay!!

JC Customs Tires and Wheels

(152 reviews)

I bought a new campervan from a RV dealer. Right after I drove it home, I noticed a nail in one of…read moreits 4 tires. I sent an email to the dealer about it immediately but got no response. Obviously, I had to take the cost to fix it. From Yelp, I picked 3 tire repair shops in Gilroy. JC Customs Tires is the first one I called in. Chris answered my phone. Because of his reasonable estimate cost, I didn't bother to call the other two shops on my list. After Chris inspected my tire with the nail, he told me that this was a lucky case. He removed that nail - it was a screw of around an inch long. He tested the tire and showed me there was no leak. And then he told me that I could go home without paying a penny. It was unbelievable that he fixed my tire without charging me a penny. More importantly, Chris' action made me feel the world better again.

Chris and his team are the best! Fast, friendly, and honest service. They fixed my brakes quickly…read moreand did not overcharge. Highly recommended

Gilroy Car Care

(48 reviews)

I want to say thank you!! Thank you thank you!!…read more My 18 year old was driving down the highway and his hood was starting lift up and he called me in a panic asking for help. I looked at where he was and saw that he was driving by Gilroy so told him to pull off the highway and stop here. They were apparently so kind. Told him one of the latches for the hood had got jammed and in a few minutes, fixed it and had him on his way. He tried to pay and they told him not to worry about it. Thank you for being good kind people.

Been taking all our cars to Gilroy Car Care for many years. Matt the shop manager is honest and…read moreprofessional. It is always a pleasure taking our cars there knowing they will be fixed correctly the first time.

Guzman Tire & Brake service

4.6

Had a nail in my tire that I needed to have removed and have a plug installed. The technician…read morejacked up the car, carefully took off the rim, brought it in the garage and had the screw and plug in within a matter of minutes. He carefully re-installed the rim and I was in and out of that shop in less than 10 minutes. I would definitely go back there anytime I have the same issue. I highly recommend this shop.

Customer service was lacking. I waited about 30 minutes while the technician appeared to be…read moreteaching what looked like his young granddaughter how to work on tires. I don't mind someone learning, but it shouldn't come at the customer's expense. After finishing the repair, he simply said, "OK," and walked away without putting my spare tire back in the trunk. It's a small gesture, but basic courtesy goes a long way.

Crocker Service

(7 reviews)

Thank You David for your great service & Honesty. It's always hard to find a great mechanic.read more

Called when the service station nearby couldn't fix the fan belt on my 64 Corvair. Despite being…read morebooked through Monday, the owner put the belt on for me so I wasn't stranded in Gilroy until Monday. great service and seem to be able to work on older cars.

Immortal Auto Moto

(5 reviews)

PAUL IS OUR HERO! CALL HIM FIRST if you need an honest, fair, excellent mechanic! My friend and I…read morewere driving to pick something up when her vintage VW broke down 50 miles from our destination. It was Saturday at 3:00pm and shops were closing soon. We called mechanics and shops who couldn't help us until Monday, if at all. My friend wanted to get the car worked on immediately, because she didn't want to have to leave her car so far from home and at an unfamiliar mechanic shop in an unfamiliar town. We found Immortal Auto Moto and spoke with a very nice woman. She said Paul would call us soon. As promised, Paul called us shortly after and drove to us! He was so nice and went to work immediately! He found the problem, fixed it, and saved the day! His price was extremely reasonable and he didn't have any problems with my friend standing there watching him. In fact, he is an authentic person who is passionate about his work. Before I wrote this review, I peeked to see if he had a website. He does and it is excellent. There is only one problem with Paul and his business: I WANT HIM TO SERVICE ALL OF MY CARS and I live too far away! Too bad! My friend would like to have more work done on her car and loved Paul's work, but she lives too far away from him as well. If your car breaks down OR if you need an excellent, trustworthy, authentic mechanic- he is your man! I have been told by a very successful and prosperous person that there are three things everyone should have in order to do well in life: an excellent and honest doctor, lawyer, and mechanic. Well- Paul is an excellent mechanic and reasonably priced.Mechanics who are wolves in sheep's clothing will take advantage of drivers in vulnerable situations who are broken down on the side of the road, by overcharging and who knows what else. NOT PAUL! He's a true super hero!!! What a find! Paul's a Godsend!

I called the number on the website that was listed and left a voicemail Wednesday evening. I…read morereceived a call back ten minutes later. I described the problem to him and had some recommendations on what I could do and what tools I would need to diagnose the problem myself since he was booked out about a week. Even if I am not a paying customer yet. this is TRUE customer Service over the phone. I am keeping this phone number. Thanks Paul

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Omid B.

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12

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1 year ago

I had an amazing experience at Lee's Auto Smog! The service was fast, professional, and incredibly friendly. The staff made the whole process smooth and hassle-free, explaining everything clearly and ensuring I was comfortable while waiting. They truly go above and beyond to provide top-notch customer service. If you're looking for a reliable and efficient place for a smog check, this is definitely the spot. Highly recommend! read more

Joseph T.

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4

34

5 months ago

I am a repeat customer at this business. This Smog shop is Fast reliable with great price and the customer service is great. I would highly recommend many many many many more people come in utilize this facility for their Smog's. read more

Jj C.

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2

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5 years ago

lightning fast service! James did an amazing job smogging my Bmw Z3. Very friendly staff & the price was cheaper than the rest of the smog shops in Gilroy! I highly recommend this place to everyone! 5 stars! read more

Alma N.

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1

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5 months ago

Very professional. Great service. Lee is very nice and friendly! Super helpful getting a routine smog check on our vehicle.

Jinalyn F.

248

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4 years ago

James was super friendly & knowledgeable and we were in and out quick! Will definitely come back again!

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