I can't say enough good things about Ed and his team at Transmission Specialist…read more My Ford F-150 suddenly went into limp mode and was stuck in third gear, along with a few other issues. Since my truck was out of warranty, I wasn't sure where to turn. I reached out through Yelp and heard back from Ed almost immediately. He had a good idea of what might be wrong and invited me to bring the truck in for an assessment. After inspecting it, he identified damage (caused by rats) to the transmission wiring harness, which had unfortunately caused internal damage. He walked me through everything clearly and provided a very reasonable estimate for a full rebuild. Throughout the entire process, Ed was easy to communicate with, always professional, and genuinely helpful with his advice. What really stood out was how he went above and beyond after the repair. I was told this type damage might be covered under my comprehensive auto insurance. Ed then took the time to work directly with my insurance company--providing detailed documentation and expert insight. Because of his effort and experience, the claim was approved and the repair ended up being fully covered. That level of service is rare these days. I truly appreciate Ed's honesty, professionalism, and follow-through. He did exactly what he said he would do and then some. I wouldn't hesitate to come back or recommend him to anyone in need of transmission work.

Last year, the transmission on my 2008 RAV4 was rebuilt by Transmission Specialists after tow truck…read moredamage, going through insurance. A year later it still hard-shifts going downhill. I brought it back twice and both times I was told everything was fine. During the rebuild, they replaced (and charged additionally me for) replacing the transmission mounts, but a few days after I picked up my car, my motor mounts broke and the engine shifted while I was at a red light. I brought it back immediately and, after a test drive, I was told everything was fine. A separate shop found the entire engine was tilted, and I paid out of pocket several hundred dollars for their diagnosis and installation of replacement motor mounts - mounts I was told should have been replaced along with the others. I brought it back several months later because my car was hard shifting whenever I went downhill and the alternator continued making a high pitched noise. After a test drive on the flat roads around Santa Ana with Ed, was told that it shifted like butter. He advised me to warm up the car before driving, which has not helped at all. I was also promised that my alternator would be exchanged for the price of parts from O'Reilly and that it would be about a $150. I was ultimately charged me $429 for the third party alternator (definitely not a Denso) that makes high pitched whirring sounds when I press the gas pedal. Other minor issues: scratched my window tint and took 6 weeks to complete the work, fixing the alternator last and costing me 3 extra days of rental fees my insurance wouldn't cover. I ended up paying $1345 out of pocket to their shop and insurance covered $4000. Also, I incurred an additional several hundred dollars to the other shop to fix the motor mounts and for the extra days of rental. Ed is really nice and communication was not an issue. Overall, though, I did not have a great experience and I'm reminded of that daily when I drive my car over the hill to get to work, as the car will inevitably jolt as it shifts gears going downhill. It doesn't leave me a good feeling that the transmission repair will last. For this reason, I can't recommend this shop for transmission or general repair work.

Quick transmission service. They got me in right away and got right to my car while I waited.read more

I was on vacation 400 miles away from home when my van started bucking whenever I accelerated and…read moreslowed down. I was extremely stressed because dealing with vehicle problems was the last thing I wanted on my mind while trying to enjoy my vacation. I spent some time on Yelp reading reviews for several transmission shops before deciding to call Transmission Masters. One of the reasons I chose them was because they've been in business for more than 48 years and had consistently great reviews. I also like reading the one-star reviews because, let's be honest, you really can't please everyone. I just wanted to find an honest and trustworthy shop. I called and spoke with Ron right before closing time. He took the time to listen to everything I was experiencing, explained what he thought the issue could be, and told me to bring the van in the next morning. Their shop opens at 8:00 AM, but when I arrived around 7:45 AM, they were already there working on vehicles. When I walked in, Ron remembered our conversation from the previous day, which immediately made me feel comfortable. He scanned my van but didn't notice anything unusual. He reset my ECM and another setting, and thankfully that solved the problem. What impressed me the most was that Ron didn't charge me a dime for his time or help, even though I genuinely wanted to give him something for helping me out. I drove all the way from Disneyland back home to Northern California without a single issue afterward. Ron, if you happen to read Yelp reviews, I truly want to say THANK YOU for your time, honesty, and knowledge. You helped turn a very stressful situation into a positive experience, and I sincerely appreciate it.

The honesty shown from this place saved my mom thousands. She got a crazy transmission quote for…read moreher Avalon from the dealership, so I brought it here. Brent could have easily rebuilt her transmission and made some $$$, but he suggested an alternative in the hundreds that actually worked and saved her over 4K. Thanks, Brent and Terri, for you honesty and integrity. You have a customer for life.

I've used fix auto for my Chevy express and Volvo XC90 and I've had a great experience both times…read more The owners are very knowledgable and patient when explaining diagnostics and suggested repairs. I will continue using them with my transmission needs in the future. Leon's is a respectable price. A good technician costs money and that's how it should be. You wouldn't haggle for price with your doctor would you?

Both Jeff and Ty were friendly knowledgeable and helpful...I will be taking my car here from now…read moreon...

10/10: Friendly, professional, and efficient…read more I was losing tire pressure and while they ultimately couldn't patch the tire, they still asked me to come in to troubleshoot it for me, just to confirm the issue. I'm not mechanically skilled, so it was good to see how they checked for puncturing. And by extension, showing that work is being done. Some other shops will say they did services but just cold pitch it to upsell. I appreciate the team for helping me get on my way. Because they are dedicated to helping people, I'd definitely recommend them. Thank you again.

I've taken my 2019 Mustang eco-boost to South Coast auto clinic a couple times and each time they…read morewere able to diagnose the issue within a couple hours order OEM parts and have it fixed the same day. I've truly never gotten service like this from any auto shop and the people couldn't be nicer. We had an issue where several codes were thrown and they fixed the issues and about a month later, the problem came back due to a component that hadn't been replaced. Even though the problem reoccurring wasn't due to their original repair, they still offered to credit the labor and just charge me for the parts. Truly exceptional customer service and will drive from anywhere to take my car to this shop.

I am lucky enough to work next door to South Coast Auto Clinic for 20 years and they have taken…read morecare of my 2006 Toyota Corolla since I bought it new. It looks like hell, but it is still running thanks to them. I trust them.

Took in my vehicle towed in for service. I was given a quick vehicle assessment within 2 hours and…read morewas given a fast diagnosis. I was also given the option of selecting different prices for standard or upgraded repair parts. This is important since some auto repair shops install the lowest quality parts with a 4x to 5x price surcharge. Installation od parts needed and labor was completed within 24 hours. A 1 year warranty is also free of charge. It's been 2 months since my vehicle repair and so far no issues. I'm satisfied with the service and competitive pricing. Dave A.

Sincerely the best and most trustworthy mechanic you'll ever find. You'll never be taken advantage…read moreof here. Their prices are so fair that I genuinely feel like they undercharge and wouldn't at all mind paying more. I first came here after the Toyota dealership told me my timing belt cover was leaking oil and wanted to charge me thousands of dollars. Lol. Came here for a second opinion and was reassured I'll be just fine, just top up oil every now and then. Been coming here ever since for every 5,000 mile maintenance! And to replace my spark plugs! I told my sister to bring her car here too for maintenance. This past weekend, her boyfriend's dad checked her oil level with the dipstick and said the oil was really low. She came back here to double check and turns out he was mistaken; she was totally fine. Truly wonderful people that you can trust without question. Very grateful for all they have done to help us. (:

I called them up after I got a really high estimate for a 2014 VOlt. I even told them the price I…read morewas quoted so they knew. Well turns up my repair was less than $500 instead of $3500! I have myself new mechanics! Thank you so much Payman and Carlos. Oh, and they fixed it while I waited and it took an hour total. I love this place. no wonder they have such great reviews

SCAMMERS!!!!! DO NOT COME HERE!!!!…read more These losers only have positive reviews because they say they will knock off $50 your bill if you post a review. I had problems with my AC and came here. They told me they filled it with coolant and the AC still didn't work. They charged me $150 for coolant that fixed nothing. Then they 'ran some tests' which took 3 days and cost another $400. They concluded my whole AC system needed to be replaced for $1.5k and 'found' another $6k worth of problems with my car on top of that. I took my car in to another shop, they said my coolant was empty, charged me $50 for coolant and my AC has been working perfectly for the last 4 months. They also said that my car was fine and nothing needed to be replaced or fixed, basically confirming these A1 A$$holes made up the 'repairs needed'. I should have written this review sooner but I was tricked into originally giving them 5 star review to get the $50 off. DO NOT COME HERE!!!! THESE MIDDLE EASTERN SCAMMER WILL LIE AND STEAL YOUR MONEY!

Excellent service, and clear communication up front. No "non-sense" sale gimmicks. Would…read moredefinitely recommend!

I came to Arturo for a diagnosis on my transmission after getting several other estimates that were…read morewildly outlandish. Arturo was great! He was informative and knowledgeable! He didn't try to sell me a transmission, or gouge me on another service. Needless to say, I'm glad I ended up here. I'd definitely recommend this shop to anyone! Thanks Arturo!

John was fantastic, was able to service my car extremely quickly! He was upfront and…read morestraightforward about my repair, didn't push me to get anything beyond what was needed - As someone new to the area I am very happy to now have a trusted mechanic only 10 minutes from my house.

This has become my new trusted mechanic for all of our car needs…read more As a woman who has driven used cars for most of her life, going to a trusted mechanic is hard to find. I used to go to mechanics in Santa Ana but was not always able to get the services I needed. Now with a new car, I was tired of getting price gouged for a simple oil change at the dealership. At Harbor Auto Service, Mike and John get the job done at an affordable price and take customer service to the next level. For example, when you have already paid and are all set, they park the car right outside for you and send you on your way. They are respectful and take the time to explain what is wrong with the car and give you plenty of options. They also have a nice waiting room with a tv, couches, and offer water as you wait. I have been here twice, and each time has been pleasant. I am already recommending them to all of my friends and family as a solid, trusted choice!