Heard about this shop through an acquaintance in a Facebook car group I'm a part of. The way that the guy described this shop instantly had me wanting to book service here; it was described as very meticulous, fair, and thorough. That's exactly the kind of service that I like to do when I work on my vehicles myself. I needed to have the brakes flushed on my 2019 Jeep Wrangler. The price that was quoted was less than the dealership wanted, and was very fair. The owner was very friendly and knowledgeable. He was able to drop me off and pick me up from the local coffee shop, where I was able to work while the service was being done. When we got back to the shop, he showed me the brake test that was performed, as well as showed me some of the other cool vehicles in the shop. I am already in the process of booking a service for another one of my vehicles here, and see no reason for me to look anywhere else in the foreseeable future. read more

Honest work, great communication. I noticed leaking fluid from my BMW and the dealership quoted me an insane amount for many things that didn't make sense I needed repaired yet for a newer car. Brought it into this shop (best to stop by, they don't always pick up the phone # listed online but is great once you talk to Bobby) to get it assessed. Very professional- and they looked at the issue, gave me a fair quote, and finished on time. Even showed me the parts cracked and didn't charge me more of an oil cap that wasn't fitting right. 10/10! Glad to find a local shop in Martinez read more

Great advice for my vehicle. Alex was able to prevent me from being overcharged for service. I recommend bringing your vehicle to Alex for all your service needs. I appreciated the time he spent ensuring that a full diagnostic was completed and the advice given. read more

I took my CRV to Performance Autoworks because I needed to have its axle seal replaced and I also wanted to replace the serpentine belt. Bobby was great to work with and communicated clearly throughout. The price was fair and less than what the dealer quoted me. Not only that, they also suggested to postpone replacing the belt because it's still in a good condition and not the time yet. They completed the work according to the schedule that they promised. They also tried to give me a better schedule that's more convenient for me. I would recommend taking your car to these folks. read more

Amazing service by Alex! Very consultative and he addressed all my needs. Very honest and ethical, I will be coming back for future services!!!! read more

Best mechanics in the bay area! They are honest about the repair and provide a fair price.

It's not easy to find a trustworthy auto repair shop. My family has taken four different cars here over the past five years and they are always honest, reliable, reasonable and accommodating. It's a family business that does good work, so I'll keep coming back. read more

These guys love cars and solving problems by the book! They have educated and advised me how to prioritize my car issues. They have always been up front on repairs and given me good rates. If you care about your car these guys will help you love your car again. read more

I was super surprised to see your recommend that I review this place, considering I could've sworn I left a five star review over a year ago. Apparently I've been slacking, and it's time to make that right. The shop is fantastic. The best part I think besides the fact that they do good work, is that they listen and they don't rush you. Even with other shops that I've generally liked in the past I hated how I felt like the person checking in really wasn't listening to me, assumedly because they wanted their tech to handle all of the diagnosing. But I drive this car every day, and who better to know when something doesn't sound or feel right, even if I'm not an expert in the inner workings of everything. I know when the suspension is off, I know when it's leaking oil that it shouldn't be. I've been coming here for the better part of two years now, and my experiences are always excellent read more

They are the best mechanics, I know so far. They will show you what was done after the car is fixed. Thanks to Bobby and Alex

Met with Bobby after my ignition starter went out on me. He fixed that for a reasonable price then recommended that I replace my front axles, which after 230k miles have not been touched. The job was completed quickly and at a reasonable price. read more

Fantastic service and quality. These guys are miracle workers! There is no doubt I will continue to take my vehicle there. Had a stupid solo accident, and they got me going again. And reasonable, considering the amount of work done. read more

The owner & his son did a fabulous job resurrecting our 4Runner ... I can't thank them enough

Good Service ! Professional mechanics with top service providers! Know it all, defendable at all times. Very effective & efficient in problem management. Maintenance & Care of vehicles are in good quality! Recommended to all vehicle owners of their work & Repair, service oriented read more

Friendly staff and competitive pricing. Took care of our vehicle in a timely manner. Great work quality and will definitely comeback to this shop read more

This place was good. Called and made an appointment. Service/rotors were done and they were able to find the problem with my car. Price was reasonable. I'm glad I found a shop close to my house. These guys do good quality work. read more

This the best auto shop around period people are very knowledge in the auto world from Japanese American and German all makes they came in sometimes half the price of the dealer and they do a better job . They even offer you a ride home. Alex and his dad Bobby run the place . They always go the extra mile. I would never take my car anywhere. else but performance auto works. Very satisfied every visit read more

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I've been having problems with rough idling on my 2014 Ford F-150 for the past three months. I've brought my truck to multiple shops, had major tuneup, changed #7 coil and still having the same problem. I finally decided to bring it to Performance Autoworks, they did their diagnostics and found #7 cylinder had a low compression reading. Bobby informs me of their finding and suggested to bring it to Ford dealership and find out if it's on warranty. Talking about honesty, Bobby and his entire staff is awesome! I'm definitely coming back to bring my personal vehicles and company truck from now on! read more

I wouldn't take my car any place else. This is a very honest repair shop and reasonable too. While you wait for the car you can also sing karaoke. I have since move to Las Vegas, but if i'm ever in the area i would still take my car there. I would definitely recommend this place. read more

I detest dealing with car maintenance. I'm not fluent in car and driver and usually have the hubby deal with these type of nuisances. Typically he would just hit the dealership but since our service warranty is up, I've been in search of a good mechanic. Let's face it, in these financial times, one must try and be budget conscious...buh bye dealership. Time to have major service done on one of our cars. I made some calls, got some quotes, and got my hustle on. At long last, I was referred to Bobby and his shop. Finally, a shop where you don't get ogled at or get the impression the mechanic is trying to pull one over on the girl that doesn't speak car...ladies I know you feel me on this one! None of that here. I am so comfortable coming here that I have since relieved my hubby from car duties. He couldn't be happier. A shop with integrity...who knew it existed?? I got the estimate and had to refrain from jumping up and down. I'm not even going to go in to the ridiculous quotes I got prior to coming here but he saved me a grip. My pocket book is overjoyed. Quality of work is outstanding. Car has been driving like a dream. I have since brought in our other vehicle for service as well as some of our family members cars. Bobby, you and your staff are a pleasure to deal with. Thank you for making this "nuisance" as painless as possible! read more

Brought our second car, a Honda Fit, over for another maintenance service a couple months ago. I thought I gave it time before writing the follow-up, just in case something happened. It's confirmed, they're that good. The car feels better coming out of the shop. And for car service, that's pretty much it. Knowing that you don't have to worry about anything going wrong. I almost wish there was, so I could see how good they are at doing the warranty work. Keep up the good work, guys! Unfortunately, I'll see you not too soon. :) read more

Pros: - quote for repairs came in at 1/2 the dealership quote - they were able to get me in within a few days of giving me the quote - they made sure I had a safe way to get home after dropping off my car (took advantage of the sun and walked home but I loved that they asked!) - they offered to pick me up when my car was done (again, walked and enjoyed the sun but loved the offer!) - they fixed a few other minor things they found while working on the main problem. - wonderful customer service! Cons: - absolutely none! Highly recommend this place!!! read more

I was sent to this place by a smog shop to reset my codes due to a check engine light coming on. The two men working there literally dropped what they were doing when i came in without an appointment, got my codes reset in a matter of 5 minutes or less. They told me what was wrong and that it did not really need any repairs. They even showed me the diagnostic screen pointing out what was wrong. Gave me free advice on what i had to do prior to getting my smog check. Here is the best part, they did not charge me for what they did. I was so impressed and delighted by their superb customer service and not even charging me a cent. When my service is due on my two vehicles, i will definitely come back to this place. A car shop with integrity and honesty is hard to find, this place is one of them. read more

Really can't say enough good things about this place. I should have written a review the first time I took my Mercedes in but honestly got lazy. Well the second time my car decides to break down I knew exactly where to take it without hesitation! From their friendly smiles to their tireless troubleshooting, they're quick to determine what the problem is and repair it so you can get on your merry way. I've used a lot of car service folks with multiple vehicles in the past, some reputable and some that always made me think that they weren't so honest - this place gives you the best value for my money with "peace of mind" - something you just can't put a $$$ amount on. I will continue to use this place with whatever vehicle I own in the future and definitely recommend anyone who needs service work on their car to be done to have Performance Autoworks repair it for you, you won't be disappointed! read more

I take my cars to Alex and Bobby because they are professionals. I own a VW Passat, Audi S6 Avant, Xterra, and Sienna. I heard about this shop via word of mouth and these guys have become my go to mechanics. I couldn't list all the work they have done to my cars and all the advice they have given me on things that may need to be addressed in the future. I am no car expert but I am glad that these guys are willing to take the time to walk me through why something has to be fixed. Thanks Rich read more

I first heard of performance autoworks because it is the shop that works on my mom and younger brother's cars. Recently my work van broke down on the Benicia Bridge and I had it towed to their shop. They did a great job with their assessment and estimate of the repair time (2 days) and priced it very competitively. The local dealership said it would take about a week and cost alot more! I like their honesty and the fact that they take the time to explain every aspect of the repair to me and not act like i'm wasting their time! HIghly recommended and I am joining my family as a loyal customer! read more

By far the best automotive shop in the bay area. Great service and good people. A+ rating!! The owner, Bobby Cagalawan, along with the rest of the staff is the best ever!! I highly recommend for any one to come over for their automotive needs. Ohh.....I forgot to, mention the owner is also a great karaoke singer!! read more

Wow what a friendly professional place. I am so happy they are so close to my cars! Can't say I am looking forward to my next visit, but as car repair shops, they are as good as it gets. 2008 Acura 2005 Toyota 2012 GMC read more

I'm so glad this place was recommended. The shop is family owned and operated and they're very friendly, honest, and hardworking. Alex is so meticulous that not only he tediously troubleshooted to get to the root of the problem and repaired it, he also checked all corners of the car and reasonably pointed out his concerns. This shop is actually the third stop for my sister's car repair, the second time around was at the Toyota service department, which turned out to be another disappointment. Toyota is supposed to have that "credibility" but its personnel wasn't even able to fix the car after spending hundreds of dollars. Performance Auto Works fully repaired the car at a fraction of the cost! There are good mechanics but there are a few ones that treat their trade as an art with passion: it was the impression I got from this place. They bring the auto repair service to another level - HANDS DOWN! I highly recommend this place to anyone! read more

Honest, skilled, knowledgeable, classy, considerate, thoughtful and extremely worthwhile - these are just some of the words that describe Bobby and Alex and the work they do at Performance Autoworks. They have come through for me on more than one occassion. They have never made me feel hustled. In fact, they look out for me like I'm family. I met them when I had just bought a vw that needed more work than the previous owner disclosed. They were honest with me about what I was facing and helped me get the car in good enough shape to sell with a clear conscience. In fact, the tow truck driver had caused some additional damage, which they insisted I document well and get the towing company to pay for (which they did). Once I sold that car, I brought the next potential car in FIRST and Bobby went through it 'with a fine-toothed comb', finding some work that needed to be done, which the seller agreed to take care of. Whew! I felt like my big uncle was looking out for me and my daughter! If you're local and lucky enough to get a ride from Bobby's wife, you're in for some good conversation and a pleasant ride. Really, the whole family are gems! The work they do on foreign and domestic cars is impeccable. I know this because their shop is always full and people consistently tell me how lucky they are to have found such honest guys who do such a superb job. I couldn't agree more. If you're looking for honest, quality mechanics, please do yourself a favor and check them out. They're not open on the weekends, so bring it in M-F. You'll be glad you did! read more

Couldn't be happier with the service from Bobby & Alex. They went above and beyond-they cleaned the interior of my call, inflated my tire that was a little low, not to mention the great repair work. I have a new mechanic, and it's Performance Autoworks. I believe they do all makes/models. Mine is an '03 RAV4, 203k miles and now running like a top again thanks to Bobby & Alex! read more

I went there for the first time. Needed a complete inspection, and found them to be fair, and thorough. I will use them next time.

Love these guys! Always been honest, accommodating and super nice. Had battery problems once. When I told them I lived up the street, they made a house call! They have worked on all three of our cars and will continue to get our business at every opportunity. read more

Great place. Friendly, honest, high quality. Couldn't be happier. Father and son team. Both are a pleasure to work with.

If you want professional, expert repairs and maintenance, bring your cars to Performance Autoworks! You get treated better than royalty here, you get treated like family. We have brought our own cars here: Landcruiser & Scion TC, as well as our friends', Honda Civic and Accord. All the repairs have been 100% reliable. We are all pleased with the excellent service. No bait and switch here with the pricing. The owners are honest, fair, skilled, hardworking mechanics. This is also a family owned and operated shop, so continue to support small, local businesses! read more

So happy I found a place close to home to take care of my car! Alex is a great mechanic plus his family are good people who work there as well. Dealerships will no longer be getting my business now that I found a good place for my car's maintenance without the super heavy price :) read more

These guys are super friendly and hardworking! So thankful for them saving the day!!!!

I knew I was having a bit of over heating issues but previous mechanics could not find the problem. Then one day driving home my car died and it started to steam from the engine. My dad knew Bobby and recommended his shop. Bobby said it was a blown head gasket. He told me they could open the engine up, take a look around, and repair everything but suggested a faster and better solution, probably cheaper too, which was to replace the engine with a used one from a engine store in Emeryville. The engines there come from Japan with no more than 55K miles. I got my car back 2 weeks after bringing it in. They used the oil I prefer, Royal Purple, they also replaced the spark plugs, engine mount and cleaned up the engine area. The clean up was awesome. My car ran smoothly. I would definitely recommend these guys! read more

Hands down the best mechanics.... completely reliable and honest. Fair prices and takes the time to explain all issues. I have been trying to find a mechanic for awhile now and with the previous people I went to they shafted me for a lot of money and did a crappy job.... actually made my car worse. Alex fixed it... He has a good eye and does an exceptional job,I will for sure be returning. Alex and Bobby know what they are doing... I recommend this place ! read more

This father and son shop is really awesome very good surely recommend to all the family and friends