We've used Max Motors for 15 years. They are absolutely trustworthy and have kept our cars running great!

Max motors was professional from start to finish and with my Ford F250 brake job. Their customer interaction represented what customer service is all about from conversing over the phone to dropping my truck off to picking it up. From my experience I would highly recommend their service. Thanks for taking care of my truck Avy! Chris read more

Avy and his crew have been taking care of our car for several years now for issues ranging from a catalytic converter replacement to more technical needs involving fuel solenoids, etc. The service is professional, honest, competitively priced, and convenient. Avy will get to the bottom of any issue, charge a fair and transparent price for repair if needed, and work with your schedule for the repair and pickup/drop off. Excellent quality, customer service, and value - a winning and rare combination in this industry. Definitely recommend. read more

Car broke down ten minutes into our road trip to Oregon the other day. They took us in and pushed us up the line, got us checked out and got our alternator swapped out, while also recommending a few things we might want looked at in the future. Gave us a decent price as well all things considered! Would definitely recommend their services. read more

Max Motors did excellent work diagnosing and fixing moms 1996 328I. They are extremely knowledgeable and trustworthy. Highly recommend.

I highly recommend Max Motors. Making an appointment was easy. I made mine online and I was confirmed a few hours later. My car had a few repairs and Avy was very friendly and explaining and actually showing me what and why it needed to be replace or repaired. He promised me two days tops but actually finished in one day. He also offered to drop me off and pick me up with no extra charge. I also want to add the Max Motors has good fair prices as well. read more

I normally don't take any of my cars to a mechanic. I do most of my own work at home. I had my catalytic converter stolen and had Max motors install a new one. They did a great job and they handled all the insurance papers. Since they did a good job, I had them also take care of my air conditioning. Again, very pleased. I even got a call back to make sure all was working well. I will definitely take my truck back when I need to or refer max motors to friends and family. read more

These guys are Pros. You know what the issue is, how much it will cost to fix, and when the vehicle will be ready for pickup. read more

I needed to get a laundry list of work done on my 12 year old Cadillac SRX and Avy and the team at Max Motors did a fantastic job, all at a very reasonable price and with a quick turnaround time! Avy even had me come in weeks after the repairs to run diagnostics again and to make sure that the car was still running smoothly. Thanks Avy and Max Motors crew - I'm so grateful! read more

I left the bay 7 years ago and moved out to the Central Valley. I only go back to the bay for three things: 1) visit family 2) grab a burrito from Guadalajara Grill and 3) get my cars fixed in Avy's shop. read more

Came to Bay Area to see friends and my check engine light came on. Pulled into Max Motors. They took care of me right away and fixed the Oxygen Sensor.back on the road in no time. Thanks Avi. read more

Max Motors is the place to take your car. I took my car to the local Toyota dealership for a bad seal on my drive shaft. It didn't seen right 6 months later, i took it back to toyota, oh your driveshaft is bad $1500. F that. I took it to Avi on a recommendation, boy am i glad i did. It was a out of balance driveshaft. Cost me about 80% less then toyota. They also work on German cars as well, he keeps the parts to show you that the part is broken. I can't rave about these guys enough. Honest, good work, and good pricing. What else can you ask for. read more

Max Motors has been very helpful with keeping our two high mileage 2001 Infiniti i30's running great, as well as my newer Infiniti G37. I haven't had any serious issues with our over 100,000 mile cars since going to him. Avy always gives us great customer service, and he and his team are highly skilled compared with the 3 or so other shops I tried. I came to Max Motors after getting a bad repair from a popular indie auto repair shop causing my car to overheat and break down. Avy explained how you have to take extra steps in this type of repair or else this can happen, and then he had our car running great, even after an overheating situation! I get much more attention to detail on my car and it shows. read more

Max Motors in San Carlos is the only place I've ever heard of, where ONE OF THE MECHANICS WILL ACTUALLY DROP YOU OFF AT WORK - even if you live as far as San Mateo or Palo Alto!!!!!!!! Yes, you heard that right, people. I'd never even heard of such a thing till I met these guys. Luckily I work just about 7 minutes away but if I move down the peninsula I'm still going to Max Motors. Joaquin is super nice and has driven me to work a couple of times. They will even pick you up if you need a ride back to get your car!!! Just wanted to say thanks to Ruben and Avy for fixing my Honda this evening. I was a little concerned about some strange burning smell coming from my car earlier in the day. After work, I swung by there and asked them for an opinion (I've been there a few times before, since they do my oil changes). Avy, Joaquin and Ruben all took a look under the hood of my car and set right to work trying to fix the problem(s). I'd put too much oil in, for one thing (Ruben took out the excess and filled it to the proper level). Then they found a crack in some hose connected to my radiator, and Avy made a call and he zipped over to another shop to get a replacement part for me. These guys are awesome, they are a really good team and every time I go there I see the same faces - Avy (the owner), Joaquin (been there a year and a half), Jorge (been there 7 yrs), Ruben (about 4 yrs) and Roberto (about 7 yrs). It seems like sort of like a family run business. Avy, the owner, is super nice and has been in the biz since 1984 (took over the business from his Dad). I had never heard of them because they are down a small street a few blocks from the San Carlos Home Depot - it's a street most people wouldn't go down (not in a bad neighborhood but it's just an industrial area). Well, one day one of their guys came by my office offering a great deal on oil changes, and it was too good to pass up. I was skeptical at first because I'd bought an "oil change package" before, from some other shop, and it turned out to be bogus, but not this place. The guy assured me they were just looking to let people know about their services and basically build up our trust. And build my trust, they did. I really like this place! The guys there are all super friendly and appear to be hard, honest workers. I never feel like they are being dishonest with me, and they will tell me if there's something that doesn't need to be fixed right away. They also give you an easy-to-read computer printout of everything that you may want to consider fixing (and of course they go over it with you and will give you the estimated cost of repairs, which so far have been very reasonable). I've had plenty of times where I've gotten estimates back from mechanics that I couldn't really understand or even read the oil-smudged printout because I couldn't decipher the person's handwriting, but not with this place. I had been so worried, driving in this icy weather to SF with car problems, but was so grateful to them for fixing my car tonight. If you want to check them out, just give them a call and ask them about their oil change special. I think it was just like $27 for 4 oil changes (plus the standard $3 oil disposal fee per visit). If you're looking for some good mechanics, I'd highly recommend this place! -----------------UPDATE 2/5/10: Hey Joaquin, Avy, Ruben, Roberto and Jorge - I know I haven't been in for a while, but I just wanted to say, your staff has given me so many rides...whenver I come in next, I have no problem with you guys using my car to run a quick errand, any day of the week! (Sounds like a pretty fair exchange to me - if you are nice enough to give me a ride, then SURE go ahead and borrow the car to drive a few blocks, I'm not gonna bitch about it). I've seen how far away you guys have to park your car (because there are so many customer cars taking up the spaces in the front) and it would be a ridiculous waste of time (for all of us) for you to have to keep walking back and forth to your car every time you have to run out to get a part or whatever. So you go right ahead. Just make sure you don't hit anything, and lock it so nobody steals my precious collection of Journey cassette tapes, and we're cool : ). read more

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Max Motors has done all the work on our car and my work van for the last two years. They have done a spectacular job each time and delivered as promised. They check all the fluids, filters, belts and light bulbs each visit and replace as needed. Very Honest, Very Reasonable and they will give you a ride back to your home or work . I will never go to the RIP OFF DEALERS again when Max motors will do more for less. I just took my work truck in for my bi annual oil change and again the service was excellent. read more

Avi and his team provide a good service at a good price and within a reasonable turnaround time. I have dropped by unannounced, and Avi and his team have always been happy to talk about my car. I appreciate the extra concern when they offer to take me to another destination while I wait. I am very happy that Max Motors has been able to keep my 12-year-old car on the road. read more

A friend of mine recommended Max Motors to me after my car overheated on the Dumbarton Bridge on a Sunday morning (not fun, by the way). The tow truck driver took me there and I was able to drop my car off that day by leaving the key in a key drop with an explanation. Turns out my car needed a bunch of new things, all of which were no suprise to me - my car has 194,000 miles on it! It was expensive, but probably no more expensive than it would have been anywhere else. What was really great was that they drove my car around to check it out. They didn't just look at it and assume it was ok after replacing things. And the end result is, my car runs better than it has in years! There were a couple of annoying noises that I didn't tell them about that are gone now, and even the gas mileage is a bit better. A lot of details were taken care of that added an extra nice touch as well. The car was thoroughly cleaned, inside and out, the "needs service" light was reset, and the clock was even set for me. I'd asked for an auxilliary input to be added to my car stereo, but due to a manufacturer design feature/flaw, I would have had to sacrifice my CD player. Avy suggested getting a new stereo, which he had the shop down the street for him install while he was waiting on new parts. I'm absolutely thrilled with the stereo - it has all of the features I wanted and wasn't very expensive, even with installation. Even though he didn't install the stereo himself, it came through on the same bill, which made for ease of payment. Also, Avy kept all of the old parts he replaced, so I could see what bad shape they were all in. Again, no suprises to me - I knew my hoses were very old and bad (obviously since I overheated) - but it was a nice touch. I'll definitely go back, even though it's way out of the way for me. Nothing's worth more than an honest mechanic! read more

I've been taking my cars to Avy and Max Motors for close to 10 years now. They've always done a great job, they're honest and reliable, and their customer service is top-notch. They'll even pick you up or drop you off if you're headed somewhere nearby. I've recommended them to other friends as well, and they've never had anything but great things to say about it afterwards. Because really, sending your friends to a mechanic who's going to rip them off is a great way to make them not your friend anymore. read more

I'd just like to make it a point to say that I NEVER leave reviews. But I've had nothing but good experiences with max motors. Avy makes sure that you're taken care of. He's very reliable and very honest. I would 100% recommend max motors. read more

I use Avy @ Max Motors for all my Shop and personal auto needs. He is just up the street so he is always there if I need something. Great Service! read more

It was very hard for me to look for an honest mechanic shop, I was taken advantage a lot because I am a female. a friend recommended Max Motors over a year ago. I don't go anywhere else since then. This is place is the best in the area. They are trustworthy won't cheat on price or labor. I have looked many places this is the best! Go to AVY and all of the friendly staff!!!! read more

I trust Avy and all the men at Max Motors. Being a female I feel that a lot of shops see "sucker" on my forehead, but not here. If there is something that doesn't need replacing he says so. They are right down the street from me and I drop the car off and walk to work. The company takes all the work trucks there too I would recommend them to anyone. read more

This place is where you go when you need problems solved. I had been chasing a check engine light for over a year. Avy at Max told me he could solve my problems. My truck passed smog today. He is a true professional in his trade. You have a problem, go see him. He will solve it. Thank you once again Max Motors!!! read more

you mean SUPER Max Motors. Avy and the guys are very knowledgable and very contious of todays economy when it comes to a fair price. We relocated our shop down the street from Avy and it has been very convinient and a great pleasure to send our trucks over there. Thanks guys- keep up the good work! read more

Honest. Exceptional work. Has caught flaws and issues from other mechanics. Stop looking and use Max Motors. You will be in extremely good hands. read more

I dropped off my car for an oil change and simple inspection. He said "should I check the plugs?" I thought why not. Better to know right? So I said call me if it needs to be done. I got a call.. nothing was said to be wrong. So I go pick up the car.. the bill was 240.00 for new plugs and an oil change.... I was.. WTF!?!? I didnt want new plugs! The oil change was 25 or so bucks but for my 2002 Volvo station wagon..I got high performance spark plugs at 40 bucks each AND the labor charges. The kid at the front back up the story the plugs were bad but.. my Volvo maintenance schedule said I had 15k more miles on them. He said he had an old Volvo maintenance manual. Oh i had a melt down.. he promised free work.. this and that... I just left. I was too pissed at them to even go back. read more

I think they are really good but they overprice ! i somehow am getting better deals at other places.

I've been taking my cars to Max Motors for almost 15 years, even though I haven't lived on the Peninsula for most of that time! They are thorough, honest, fairly-priced, and will go out of their way to make sure you understand what is going on with your car and why it needs to be fixed. They are so friendly and helpful that I've called them for general advice on car issues -- a local "Car Talk," so to speak -- even when it doesn't mean I need their services in exchange, and they are more than happy to take the time to listen to my concerns and provide helpful feedback. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone. read more

Max Motors is a fine, trustworthy establishment. Avy runs a good shop, and he doesn't gauze his customers, like some other mechanics. He's reliable, reputable, knowledgeable, and an all around nice guy. I trust him with my two trucks and he hasn't let me down yet. He is sometimes able to offer rides for some of his customers as well. He goes above and beyond to satisfy his clients. read more

Got new shoes for my Benz today at Max Motors. My past & current experience with this auto shop is excellent. Always super courteous & fast & trustworthy! Being a non-motor savvy girl, I'm never certain if I am being taken advantage of when it comes to repair/maintenance work. At Max Motors, I know they are honest & upfront and never tried to be shady. read more

Since I was introduced to Avy and Max Motors years ago, I have always been very pleased with the work he has done on all our vehicles. He is honest, takes the time to understand the problem, gives his best diagnosis to provide a quote. If things change (sometimes you cannot tell everything until you are truly looking the problem), he has been quick to call and inform if more or less needs to be done. I highly recommend Max Motors, they are fair price, work quickly and have great customer service. read more

I been using Avy's mechanical service for over 25 years.When it comes down to trouble shooting ,thats when I believe difference between Mec. who change parts ,or the ones who could find the problems.When comes down to pricing he has always been fair.And If compare to a Dealer you will save money with Max Motors read more

No other mechanics better. Avy and his crew have the best service in the area...

Best mechanic I know. I know a lot of mechanics but none come close to Max Motors. They are knowledgeable and have great customer service. I bought my first car with them after they helped me inspect it and they have been helping me maintain it to its top notch performance! Great staff, professional service, knowledgeable in their field, what more can you ask for? read more

My husband and I have been taking our cars to Max Motors for almost 10 years now. Avy and his staff are true professionals. They are hard working, honest, reliable and reasonably priced. We have never felt as though they are trying to upsell us or push us into doing work that isn't necessary at the time. It's never a problem getting a ride to or from work or the nearby train station. Avy has even rescued me from the side of the freeway after hours and had my car brought back to the shop. If you're looking for a good, local auto repair shop with mechanics you can trust, then Max Motors is the place to go! read more

Avy at Max Motors has taken care of our cars for many years and he is so trustworthy. Yesterday he really went the extra mile for me (literally) when the auxiliary battery went out in my Prius. My husband was out of town and I was stranded and stressed out, but Avy came and took care of everything. What a great guy! read more

Great family run business! After my previous mechanics moved to Texas, I took my truck to Firestone. My truck came back running worse than ever. I took it to Avy, at Max Motors, and he fixed it right and got me a partial refund from Firestone! Avy is very knowledgeable, proficient, and most importantly...trustworthy. You deal directly with him, the owner of Max Motors, no middlemen. Avy is a great guy too. read more

I have been taking my car to Avy at Max Motors since 2004, first a VW Jetta now a Mazda Protege. I am very satisfied with their work, always show you worn out parts and don't recommend work you don't need. They give me a ride to and from the train station. I know many people who take their vehicles to Max Motors and I haven't heard a negative comment. Highly recommended. read more

Great auto repairs. Very reasonable, knowledgeable and always reliable. Great service and awesome mechanics!

I moved out to the Bay a few months ago from the east coast. My car took a few hits and I was referred to Avy to have them fixed. He was patient, was reasonable with the price and called me to communicate with me what each step of the process would be like. I would definitely recommend Max Motors to anyone near the San Carlos area! read more