Nice guy, Fast Work, Sloppy shop. I had some head work done here earlier this year for a Nissan SR20DE-T and after receiving my head back there was enough issues with it that I wouldn't recommend going back. I came to have my head resurfaced, cleaned & finally for installation of new valve seals with BC springs & retainers. Mike was friendly & upon inspection of my head he recommended new guides, so I brought him some the next week no problem as I did with the other parts to help streamline the process. However after I received my head back from the shop & inspected it at home I noticed a few problems with it & I'm disappointed. I'll start with the more minor issues and end with the bigger ones. 1st issue being paint over-spray, personally I don't want my head to be spray painted at all but that's my fault & I should have clarified. The paint work is done fine & it does look bright like aluminum but there was built up over-spray and residue on the head surface that had to be cleaned off with a plastic razor blade thoroughly. 2nd Issue is one of the valve keepers wasn't installed fully & a separate valve keeper had a piece of metal wire stuck in it (Like from a wire wheel). Annoying, but not that big of a deal to me as I have the tools to fix the two messed up keepers. 3rd issue, & the biggest issue of all is that the head kept dropping metal shavings out of it, as It was not cleaned properly after being resurfaced. At this point I had to have the head disassembled completely to clean it all out & be rebuilt.. If someone wasn't as mechanically inclined & somehow managed to install this head it would have ended in complete engine failure. Overall, staff seems fine. Fast work, maybe a little too fast as this shop needs better quality control. read more

MVM Engine Mechanical - Valve Keeper not fully installed - Auto Repair Near Me - San Jose, California

Mike and his team rebuilt my chevy 350 on my K5 Blazer. I've been driving it everyday still breaking it in. I put about 1000 miles on it. But so far its been driving flawless! Highly recommend MVM Mechanical for anything mechanical. He does body work and paint jobs as well. Very honest guy. read more

MVM Engine Mechanical - Rebuilt chevy 350 - Auto Repair Near Me - San Jose, California

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I had an excellent experience getting the engine for my Miata rebuilt by Mike and his guys! I'd had two very negative experiences attempting rebuilds before working with MVM; one local shop took a year and almost never communicated; another national outfit went incommunicado as soon as they had my money and it took months before I could get a refund! Working with MVM was HUGELY refreshing! Mike said 2 to 3 weeks to complete the work and beat his time estimate, the price was very reasonable for a full rebuild and there were no surprises or upcharges, and now that I have the engine installed and working and have put a few hundred miles on it, I can feel confident that this engine is built correctly, not leaking, and is running as it should. Mike is knowledgeable, took the time to do the job correctly, and worked with me when I had a couple small questions during install in an easy, friendly way. Even going into MVM as a customer, I felt a little bit like family with these guys. I can't say nicer things about the work they do or the way they work with customers. Thanks MVM! read more

I have known Mike, his father, and Sabo for many years now. So, when I bought my 2001 Prelude (commuter car) I took it directly to MVM to rebuild the motor and transmission. After 2 weeks, I pretty much received a brand spanking new car back. Mike & company pride themselves in their craftsmanship, honesty, and pricing; and I respect that. read more

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Busy place on a busy street. They're friendly, take care of things quickly, and you're on your way. Prices are fair and they get you in quickly. See Mike! read more

I got my IID installed here. They did the job quickly at a very competitive price, and everything works fine. More importantly, they took the time to show me how to use the device. It would have taken me a while to figure it out without their help. Highly Recommended! read more

I had called to have a quote on some work on my vehicle.Fortunately for me the owner was there and told me that he would have my vehicle completed this afternoon the same day. Plus when I picked it up it was a few bucks cheaper than the quote!!! read more

This guys are truly amazing . They have the best service . I Highly recommend this place

Great guys love the honest direction they gave me regarding my head for our jeep. Great people looking to help the local do it yourself guys. read more

Professional, courteous and affordable. Brought our car here and was really pleased with the service. The staff is super helpful and we appreciated their attentiveness to our needs. They called and followed up with us promptly and did not try to do that bate and switch and sell us more items that wasn't really necessary. All and all, MVM Engine Mechanical is a very professional business and anyone who patronizes them will not be disappointed. read more

It hard to find honest mechanics these days & this is where it is. Mike is a coo guy & will joke with u while ur car is getting worked on. Big ups Mike read more

MVM Engine Mechanical - Mike here is hella coo. I got off work late but he waited for me so I can get my oil changed & a new thermostat put in my car - Auto Repair Near Me - San Jose, California

This place is amazing! I have been brining my cars here for 10 years for any type of maintenance on my car. The owner Mike, is a very honest and helpful guy. I love the work they do here. I know bringing my car here with any issues, it will get fixed quick and always done right the first time. If your looking for a mechanic go to MVM Engine for excellent service, quick service, best of all.. Affordable services!!! Any car.... any problem.... this is the place to come! read more

Mike and his guys did a great job with my car. MVM is a great mechanic shop. If your car needs engine work they can help you out. I always take my cars to them for car issues. They can do engine work, tune ups, oil changes and they can do auto body work. Friendly, professional and great pricing . Thank you Mike. read more

We always take our 3 cars to this small mechanical shop and never left disappointed. The car will get the best care and all the questions answered. Great advise offered. I like to have a piece of mind when I pick up my car. Awesome job, gentlemen! read more

Back in ACTION! ... THANK YOU to my favorite and only mechanic shop that ROCKS in San Jose! I've been a customer of MVM Engines for over 20 years and given them several referral because they are family owned and operated with amazing prices and excellent service! Anywhere else my car would of been $1500.00 in services. Thank you for motor mounts, tire bearing , oil change and other simple services.. I'm feeling like I'm driving a new car! My 2010 Ford feels like a 2018 Ford! :) read more

Mike is a very honest man who is very respectful & professional I would recommend him any time. I also would have him do when needed. Thanks again for your help Mike Frank Pollesel. read more

Mr. Sako the technician looked at my car that is leaking oil and recommended some options for repair. We started with the basic repair. They are honest mechanic and are still the old school type that know how to troubleshoot and ask proper questions to find out what the root of the cause is. They also replaced a pulley that had a nagging noise and was causing issue with the engine temperature. Thanks again MVM engine for your honesty and taking my car in a short notice. read more

I was looking for a machine shop to rebuild my 99 Chevy Tahoe engine. I came across MVM on the internet while looking for a shop to do the work. The issue I ran into was that mechanic's were refusing to do the work because they weren't going to make money off of the job ! I spoke with the owner Mike and was able to arrange to have the work done ! Mike provided excellent service ! He went beyond what any regular mechanic would do ! Providing a very fair and reasonable price ! I am very please with the work that was done ! I highly recommend that anyone looking to have work done on any late model vehicles take their vehicle to MVM Engine Mechanical ! read more

I wouldnt recommend this place to anyone! I had my truck engine rebuilt there and 2 weeks later it started to leak oil. I took it back and they said they repaired the problem. It still leaked the same. I went through the having to take my truck back 2 more times before I threatened to report them to the BBB. They finally replaced the rear main seal and completed the repair. They also use cheap parts. I had to have my camshaft replaced because the one they installed wore down. You dont want to go through the trouble I did. These guys arent honest and the workmanship is poor. read more

The owner, Mike, is very knowledgeable and always gives a fair price for the work his shop does. We've recommended MVM to a bunch of our friends and family members and they've also been very satisfied with the work that's been done on their cars and the price they've paid to get them fixed. Best auto repair shop in town, hands down. If you're looking for an honest and extremely competent auto mechanic (which is increasingly hard to find with all the cheats out there nowadays), this is the place. read more

I had my suburban in there for a "check up" and they were super friendly and very accommodating given the large vehicle and the small space they're operating in. They pinpointed an oil leak that had escaped me for a while and were able to fix it at a fair price in a reasonable amount of time. Overall a good experience and I would recommend to a friend, but 4 stars because 5 is reserved for great/outstanding :) read more

Seriously if you want great service and aggressive prices you have to see Mike. They make you feel like family and their work is top notch. I had an a hit and run happen on our Mercedes-Benz. They fixed the dent and paint work. It looks factory done. Thanks MVM!! read more

I am so grateful for Mike! Finding him was an absolute blessing! In a world full of dishonest mechanics, Mike stands above as one of the most honest, courteous and down to earth repairman out there. He took fantastic care of my Mercedes. All the repairs were done quickly and the work was top notch. It drives like a dream and looks beautiful! read more

Honest, fair pricing, and flexible regarding scheduling. Always happy to recommend Mike/MVM.

Mike is a top notch Mechanic and hell of a guy. Super nice and easy going as well as fair. I've gotten rides to and from other places from him and his staff when needed. I take all 3 cars to him for maintenance and repairs and have not been disappointed so far. He take care of his customers really well and I would give him more than 5 stars for the quality and service that you get. read more

Mike and his team are awesome. I always feel confident and leaving my car under their care. Totally reliable and trustworthy!

We bring all out cars to MVM.. Mike always goes over and beyond he always makes sure we are satisfied with the work and he is very competitive when it comes to pricing. If your looking for a honest mechanic which is hard to find now a days go and give MVM a try and ask for Mike. read more

Mike & MVM ENGINE TEAM, Mike will solve every car problem you can ever think of how it ever comes whenever it comes hands down. You will always be satisfied when you have him help you with car troubles! Again Mike does not disappoint when it comes to cars! Easy gentleman to deal with, very funny! Get to know Mike he listens! Shout out to TEAM MVM ENGINES! read more

Since maintaining my cars for almost 40 years, I have come across a variety of repair shops. MVM is one of the most knowledgeable, professional mechanics I've done business with. They rebuilt the engine and tranny on my beloved '91 Ford Crown Vic and the engine absolutely purred! Mike, the owner, takes the time to answer my questions and explain what he is doing to my cars. And his prices are reasonable, too. read more

Ok, so in today's economy as we are all hurting, it's great to know there's a place we can go to and save money without sacrificing quality. Cars are part of our every day lives and we need to take care of them if we are going to expect them to take care of us however good honest mechanics are super hard to find. I can assure you that you will be treated like a valued client and a friend at MVM, Mike will do all he can to make you and your car happy since they have all kinds of in house services, eliminating middle men as much as possible. I FOR ONE AM NOT GOING ANYWHERE ELSE BECAUSE I HAVE NO REASON TO... THANKS FELLAS! -CHRIS read more

I have a 1996 Aurora that is a real pain to work on because the V8 fits so tight in the engine compartment. I have been taking this car to Mike for about 6-7 years. He has performed repairs and maintenance on this car with some of the best service I have ever encountered. He stands behind all his work and makes sure that everything is working properly. If something were to go wrong he will fix it without hesitation. His prices are the best and quality better than ever. I wish I had found him for the first 10 years I owned this car. He operates his business with the utmost honesty and that is what sets him apart from any other mechanic I have ever dealt with. I am finally selling this vehicle and am including his card in case it were to need some future repairs. With Mike taking care of this car it will probably last another 187K miles. Thanks Mike....See you with my new car whenever needed. You are the Best!!!! read more

Mike is always pleasant, helpful and trustworthy. I have been bringing my car(s) to MVM for years and no matter what I need done I get it done fast, at a good rate and I feel good that no one took advantage of me. As a woman this is always a concern. I absolutely reccommend MVM Engine read more