We have had a problem with our SL550 Mercedes for several years. We went to multiple independent mechanics that said they knew about mercedes, but none of them could fix it. The dealership wanted more than $10,000 to fix it. We went to Pete's Autohaus and he fixed it for a fraction of that price. He was in constant contact with us about what was happening, and he always gave us options. I would recommend anybody with a Mercedes or BMW to go to Pete's autohaus. Pete, Dave and all of the staff are super friendly and courteous. read more

The Mercedes dealership had pretty much thrown up their hands over my 24 year-old SLK 350. When it died, I decided to have it towed to Pete's Autohaus. Glad that I did. They were reliable and brought my car back. Besides the problem with the engine (water pump) and belt, it had a dead board, so all the tell-tales were lit on the dash. Would have prevented me from getting smogged as the "check engine" was on. Dealer said there was nothing they could do. Pete's found a (used) replacement and programmed it. Now my car feels twenty-years younger. I appreciated the fact that someone was always available to speak with me. Sure, it cost, but probably less than the service at the dealer. (If they could have done it). I recommend this business. read more

I called Pete's Auto House and spoke with a service advisor (I believe his name was David) on 4/21. He was incredibly helpful, took the time to walk me through my issue over the phone, and actually helped me fix the problem without needing to come in. Really appreciate the honesty and great customer service -- hard to find these days! read more

After months of searching, my fiance and I picked up our white, 1980 450SL from a small private seller in the valley back in 2023. We had some minor work done to the car to make it drivable and safe. Fast forward to present day [2025] and where it was now time to have some major services/improvements made to the vehicle. We were originally connected to Pete's Autohaus through one of our neighbors who couldn't stop raving about the service, honesty and integrity exemplified at PA. We were so fortunate to connect with David and Pete on the first phone call. They were responsive, allowed us to tow the car immediately to the facility and proceeded to go through a full diagnostic of the vehicle. This diagnostic was exactly what we were looking for: Pictures of every item, a rating showing how important it was to fix said item on a scale ranging from "Dangerous/Safety Concern" to "Cosmetic". I then received a call directly from Pete after hours to walk through each and every item and talk about the specific need/concern that was currently present or would arrive if action wasn't taken. He did not grow impatient with my questioning, was mindful of costs and subsequently provided me with updates if estimates were off the mark with parts he had to source. They were able to complete all services swiftly and efficiently. Upon picking up the vehicle, we were pleased to find that Pete had it fully detailed. I absolutely, whole-heartedly recommend Pete and his team to anyone who asks about our SL and is looking for a high quality, transparent, fair-priced experience in the south bay. read more

Pete's Autohaus - 1980 White/Tan 450SL - Auto Repair Near Me - Torrance, California

I called here requesting a quote for a transmission repair for my vehicle. I was quoted a fair price of $3k. When the gentleman asked me for more details, I explained the issue I was experiencing with my vehicle. I explained further and the gentleman advised me that what I was experiencing was not normal for the mileage and make and model. I told him that I was quoted $4k from the Mercedes Benz dealership bc I was just shy of my warranty. While the owner might have had the opportunity to service my vehicle and make business out of my distress-- instead he was transparent and guided me on how to move forward with Mercedes Benz. I was able to negotiate a pretty steep discount from the actual dealership bc of his advice. I just wanted to post this as a thank you for the advice I was given. This shop is truly for its community and I hope you are blessed with so much business. You can't put a price on integrity. Thank you! read more

The staff is very friendly and helpful. Paul helped me deal my car after an unfortunate hit and run. He was very professional and helpful. Very positive experience and I was very well taken care of. read more

Update 3: Pete took care of again and Dave/ his team were communicative throughout. Excellent job all around. Update 2: Pete called me back the very next day to (genuinely) understand everything that happened and how they plan to improve as a business moving forward. Most business owners give a fake public apology on yelp or ignore the review. It's quite apparent he's passionate about his business and the satisfaction of his clientele. Hats off to him. Update: I have to say that as the 'transportation' for my wife dropping off her BMW, I am not pleased. It's not because it's the 2nd time of overpromising and underdelivering on timeframe because, I get it... things come up during inspections (which happened in her case). However, what I'm disappointed in is the recent lack of communication. I texted them yesterday to get a status update and received nothing. As someone staying home from work because I'm sick, I would appreciate an update on when I'm expected to drop/ pick up my wife. Even today, we had heard nothing up until 2:40ish. I will give credit where credit is absolutely due. My wife is pleased with the work done and fair pricing they provided her. Additionally and in the future, if I switch back to a Mercedes/ Audi I will give Pete's another shot. That said, I hope I can trust them again to the full extent I did back in the day because they used to be amazing. read more

The best service received from any auto service and that included the BMW dealership. My son's vehicle, 2014 BMW328, was in need a major service and thanks to David Toussaint, we were able to take care of several issues. David worked with me to bring the cost in a doable range. In addition, David sent a shuttle so that I could get to their location and pickup the car for my son. Also, I received a cleaned car. Thanks, David and the tech for your great service!!! read more

Very efficient in what they do. Did take a little of time to run the diagnostic test.

Communication with Paul was great. Transmission service for Mercedes Benz 2015 GL350 was done quickly and with quality Liqui Moly parts. Much better than what the dealership offered. read more

I was referred by my brother to take in my MB. I messaged them on a Monday night and Tuesday morning they responded and squeezed me in. I went in for a transmission flush. Paul was great and patient with me and all my questions and concerns. He explained everything at the end and made sure I was happy with the service. read more

This is the only place I take my 1998 740il BMW for 25 years. And I mean the only place. Here is another reason why. When I accelerate to take off , it would drag. Opinions were "your transmission is going. I called Pete and explained what was happening and said drop in I will take a look at it. This was Friday evening. I went in and right away he got inside the car to take off and discovered I had been driving with the manual switch on which means I had to change gears. Didn't know that. Before sending me on my way, he said let me check your oil and water level, topped the oil off and refused to charge. I am forever grateful for the establishment and I love the professionalism and mannerism of the entire staff. Shout out to Pete and his staff. The best BMW service center in the world. read more

Excellent process from start to finish. They installed a cam kit and thermostat in my 2012 Mercedes. Setting up an appointment was a breeze, and the service adviser, Paul, kept me updated throughout the repair. Very professional team. The value of the repair was great. The car runs very well now. This is my go-to shop for all future repair needs. read more

After a series of unsatisfactory visits to a local Mercedes repair shop for my daughter's newly acquired pre-owned SLK, I found Pete's Autohaus through a strong recommendation. In my 40 years of car ownership, I have never received such thorough, professional, and courteous engagement. Both Paul and Art spent considerable time assessing the vehicle with me. Because they had no previous history with my daughter's car, they asked probing questions, following up with additional questions depending on my responses. Once the vehicle was in their possession, they called with updates, providing detailed explanations of what they had diagnosed (in our case, a leaking PCV valve that fouled the air mass sensor). As the car was new to their shop, they fully inspected the vehicle, providing a list of areas requiring future maintenance, ascribing a numerical score of 1-5 based on severity of need... with 1 requiring immediate attention and 5 representing aesthetic or non-critical. Because this vehicle was new to us, the scoring matrix provided great direction on how to prioritize our maintenance. Pete's team (and Pete himself) gave this automobile their full attention, discovering the source of the lagging/lurching, which the first shop did not properly identify (despite charging a considerable amount for repairs that did not rectify the problem). I strongly recommend Pete's Autohaus. A+ expertise, A+ service, A+ attitude. Much gratitude to Pete and his team- thx! read more

Got an inspection, AC compressor change, and brake fluid change for my M3 E36. Friendly and good communication. Something came up a few days after the inspection...Pete himself responded within a few business hours and was at my place to pick up my car and fix the issue. He had it back to me by the end of the day and it was pretty much hassle free on my end. Happy with the service and will return. read more

Linda picked up the phone and was attentive to answer questions I had regarding a car service that was performed by the shop. I was fairly detailed and even may of rephrased the same question a couple times, but she was extremely patient and willing to help! I've dealt with other shops before and they're never this communicative and helpful. Thanks again for the help, I will definitely be pack if service is needed/recommend friends who's MB or BMW needs work. read more

I end up getting a flat and try changing the wheels myself. However, because I'm not a car guy, I drop the car off the jack and now there's was a clicking noise when driving. Thought this could be it was a bent dust shield from being dropped but drove it to Pete's and they actually properly diagnosed it as long lug nuts (forgot to put back the spacers) Overall a very quick fix to get it up and running again. Extremely happy with the both the results and the service read more

I brought my wife's Z4 in for a rack and pinion steering service. Paul was extremely courteous and helpful. He and Pete researched further and found it was another issue and advised me of the cost of repair. He was concerned that I had the right information and proper diagnosis of the problem. I recommend them highly for their integrity and customer service which is rare these days. read more

Thank goodness someone told me about Pete's Autohaus! I have a beautiful but very old MB that needs a great deal of care, and they've kept it running! The service exceeded my expectations. On top of that, Paul and Pete are unfailingly polite and don't talk down to me as a woman (which many repair shops tend to do.) Can't recommend them highly enough. Evan read more

been a customer for a niiice while now. i am absolutely always amazed with the talents of this family!! customer service is a priority!!! they excel beyond infinity!! and their work too!!! thank you pete, and work family!!! read more

Super responsive shop. Make sure to make an appointment in advance since they are generally booked up a few weeks in advance. They're super accommodating otherwise and will try their best to get you in as early as possible. read more

My mom's C230 was leaking oil and fluid so I brought it here for an inspection. The team provided a detailed evaluation with pictures clearly illustrating what they saw. Both David and Paul were very friendly, professional, and thorough with their recommendations. I plan to go with them moving forward with anything else. read more

my car broke down on the 710 before the 91 and had it towed to Pete's. I was planning to bring it in but I broke down first. David graciously accepted the car although super busy. One of the mechanics, who was meticulous and professional did some diagnostics based upon my semi- belief what the problem could be. David kept me updated and reassured me that he'd get me going asap and not to worry. In that I needed a new engine replaced less than 9,000 miles ago I had not decided on a true Benz mechanic bc so many say they are and shouldn't nor do they have the proper skill set. I'm glad I talked to David yesterday and thrilled that I've found Pete's to keep my car running smoothly. I was also referred to Pete's by Hiros Automotive, another super place but only specializing in Lexus and nothing better than a referral by another mechanic. Do yourself a favor and check out Pete's but be aware they are busy and make an appointment. read more

My experience at Pete's Autohaus was 10/10. They were able to diagnose the issues with my Mercedes after only several hours. My previous auto repair location were not able to pinpoint the issues. Paul was very nice and explained to me why a thorough analysis was needed. Art was very communicative about the options available. All in all, I felt very comfortable that they knew what they were doing and weren't trying to oversell me any services. So happy to have found this place! One recommendation is to make an appointment in advance since they are quite busy. read more

always takes care of our old ass 2007 BMW 535 went elsewhere as we moved home and ended up taking it back to petes after a different place diagnosed and fixed car wrong costing us $500 of wasted money. they always seem quick to diagnose and have friendly staff. I would say pricing is reasonable for a job done right first time read more

Great service & the staff is extremely kind and accommodating. Pete and his team are amazing and most of all honest! So glad I found them....Customer for life! read more

I can confirm that Pete and his staff are meeting the expectations that are being stated in other five star reviews. My experience with his service advisor Paul from the moment I arrived has been exceptional. As I was a new customer, Paul made an extra efforts to make me feel comfortable and ensure that my questions were being answers. Paul was also very responsive especially when I had technical questions on the repair. What took me by surprise is as I was leaving Pete came over to answer any questions I had including showing me what was replaced and why. His personal attention to customer service is outstanding and it shows in his actions as you can read in other reviews. You have definitely gain a new and satisfied customer. read more

Pete's Auto is the best. My mom told me to take my car here and I could not be happier. Pete is extremely patient and honest person. He helped me when I had questions about my car even when I wasn't even a customer of his. He truly loves cars and wants to make sure you are happy. Before I met Pete and his crew I didn't believe much in mechanics but he has changed my view and I will continue to bring my car here. I wish I could give them 10 stars because they deserve it. They also make you feel like family. read more

I trust Pete's Autohaus over any shop or dealership I've ever been to (and trust me, there have been many). I wouldn't hesitate for a second to send friends and family to Pete's Autohaus. They've treated both me and my Mercedes with the highest levels of excellence in their service and workmanship. I'm not using hyperbole here - Pete's Autohaus is beyond anything I've found before, dealerships included, and I honestly feel that they are a step above trustworthy. You want honesty, competency, and fairness, I wouldn't recommend anywhere else, seriously! Not saying that to put other shops down, but saying it because these guys are that good. I've been to a lot of auto mechanic shops and have seen a lot of good and bad along the way before I found Pete's Autohaus. Before Pete, I used to be skeptical that I was being ripped off or they weren't really fixing the issues that I would bring to their attention. That's not been the case with Pete!! Seriously, they're exceptionally skilled and, again, so trustworthy. Every time I see them, I sincerely feel like they treat me as they would personally hope to be treated, and I can't imagine them treating anyone or any car any less. It's truly as if they want you to have an outstanding experience, and wouldn't settle for less. They're passionate, kind, skilled, conscientious, detailed, and more than capable to resolve all the many things I throw at them. I was telling my girlfriend last night what a blessing it's been to have found these guys and how I sincerely wish I would've found them sooner. Been going here for a decent amount of time now, and don't have any desire to look elsewhere. I found Pete's Autohaus by searching online, so I'm posting this review as the least I could do to pay it forward. Also check their reviews out on google reviews. That's where I originally found them. read more

Pete's Autohaus - Dropping My Car Off. I highly recommend Pete's Autohaus over any shop or dealership I've ever been to (and there have been quite a few). - Auto Repair Near Me - Torrance, California

Orginal high quality Mercedes or Bmw parts are used to perform repairs or maintenance intervals. Pete's autohaus is a great dealer alternative as the offer parallel if not better service as a dealership.There technicians are well trained with electronic diagnostics always up to date with new software. You can make an appointment, you can do a walk in and wait for an oil change. You can drop off your car when the shop is closed. If you need to go to work they can offer a ride! I've known them for many years and I can't find a better place to take my car. Pete is a very nice man and always explains the issues with your car. I've been to other shops that are dirty, the technicians aren't professional and they overcharge!, just recently purchased a 2004 CL55 AMG. The next day i took it to pete's for an inspection. Found a few things that needed to be repaired. Providing me with a list of items from extremely urgent to it can wait. Im always excited to drop off my car for repairs because i know its going to get fixed right the first time. Gives me confidence everytime i hit the road because i know my vehicles are in good hands when it comes to inspections, services and repairs. You should definitely give Pete's Autohaus a visit. They specialize in those hard to fix problems. Pete's Autohaus has also been in business for over 20 years. read more

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This post is in response to Pete's response on my post. When my cigarette lighter was out , when I first bought the car, I went to this place to find out where the fuses are as they in a different place! He fixed it. I didn't remember that It was free. He sat in my car and showed me all sorts of things and how to operate them. I DID NOT REQUEST THAT! He was very nice. I asked him what an oil change would cost and the price was exorbitant, in my estimation, as he is not a dealership. I did not need an oil change then, but was curious. I knew that I would not be able to afford his service, thus, I did not return, although, I did get oil changes elsewhere regularly. Fast forward to now: I was told to go to him for diagnostic. I called him before this. I did not realize it was the place from before until I began speaking with him. I do not believe, I had not called him since the first time with the cigarette lighter fuse thing, although I may have called him one other time. Nevertheless, as soon as I got there he said that he would not work on my vehicle because I did not value his work. Untrue. I never said such. It seems that any person who knows how to take apart engines and put them back together should have work valued and I do not think his WORK is unimportant! I was quite polite and appalled at his words! He also is ridiculously stating that I desire work performed for free! That is absurd. I have never ever expected such from anyone unless my vehicle was new and the dealership had to do something while it is under warranty. Certainly, I do not expect free work from a small specialty car repair shop. I now give him a one star due to his attitude towards me, and concern might develop attitudes towards other customers. Beware, he may turn on YOU! It was quite unprofessional of him to respond in such a manner It does nit matter if I drive an older BMW or a thrashed Pinto, I need to be respected as a consumer and customer, and not accused of "not valuing his work." If you like this businrss, congratulations, you probably were treated nice and returned to him, as I was treated nice the first time. His behavior towards me was atrocious when I did return to him. I never mistreated, had attitude, nor complained to anyone concerning him. Also, I have not phoned him "many" times. Concerning his statement that other places called him about my car, I believe one place called, a friend of mine, which I had no knowledge of at the time. In fact, several places were called. There are multiple BMW repair shops out there whose owners do not act like they are superior. These cars have many glitches and are known to often be problematic. I have found a wonderful, caring, and detailed mechanic. This is my experience. I hope you have a wonderful experience with Pete, since he is only in business because of the customer. read more

Pete's Autohaus was recommend to me by a family member and I had my doubts. I had only taken my car to the Mercedes-Benz dealership. WOW was I surprised and amazed at the outstanding customer service and the genuine care they provided towards me and my car. I will continue to take my car there. Pete's is what I call a Hidden Treasure. I am a permanent customer. Thanks Pete's Mel Silas read more

Dependable, honest, prompt and great pricing. What more can you expect from a mechanic? Pete's is the best read more

Pete's Autohaus - Auto Repair Near Me - Torrance, California

Just had my oil changed here and am absolutely happy with this shop. Pricing was great, I drive a 2015 C250 coupe. Staff was very friendly and the location itself was help to all COVID standards. Will absolutely be back for my future services, especially since it's more affordable thab other shops. read more

Seems like the previous reviewer needs a better understanding of the auto repair business. Most good shops invariably road-test their completed work. It's called QC, dood. I asked one of the best Porsche mechanics in California about where to take my Mercedes E320 and he told me Pete's. I started with a Pre-Purchase Inspection. They found a few maintenance items which I asked them to take care of. For other things such as a leaky rear shock and transmission fluid they said wait and see. Very honest. I have (thankfully) been back only a couple times since then. They are extremely courteous and even gave me a ride to the bus station after drop-off. They even let me bring my own parts after I had diagnosed the problem myself. Prices were good. read more

Reliable, trustworthy mechanics. Work done is less expensive than the dealer quote. Dropped car off they called let me know what was due for the routine service. Done in a timely manner. Would recommend and will return. read more

my bmw 650 required extensive work involving negotiations with my insurance company for coverage of the repairs. petes service representative, david was awesome!!! david provided service and insurance company updates on a daily basis and was always accessible and extremely helful. i am extremely satisfied with the work performed by petes autohous...and i am extremely grateful for davids assistance!!! sal damico palos verdes, ca read more

Had to find a place to service my Mini Cooper and found this one had good reviews on BOTH Yelp and Google. From Day 1 Pete and his crew were very HELPFUL & HONEST. They answered all my questions. I spoke to Paul and he told me what I could expect and gave me a cost estimate and timeframe. He worked with my work schedule. The service went smoothly and they kept me up to date and answered questions via text. They let me know my tires were balding and was able to provide multiple (price tier - fancy vs. economy) fix options. All work was completed in about 24 hours for my particular issues. A few days later they checked in on me to see if everything was good. I let them know there was a service light that would not go off or was not reset (related). Pete himself came all the way down to my place and fixed it!!! I like this place. They provided great service and work. Price is fair/honest and competitive. Service makes it worth it. read more

Finally, a good and honest mechanic! And one that specializes in European models too. Will wonders never cease? I actual heard about Pete while stationed in Europe. I had a UK version BMW 328i that I loved. I couldn't import it because of the right hand drive. I planned on buying another BMW when I came back to L.A. I started asking around in the Bimmer online forums if anyone knew of a good mechanic and/or BMW dealer in the L.A. area while I was still overseas. Pete's Autohaus was recommended right away. They couldn't say enough good things about him. And this is from people who live and breath German cars. After moving to L.A., I started to look for a late model BMW, but wanted to touch base with Pete to see what kind of guy he was, and see if he'd be willing to do a Pre-Purchase Inspection (PPI) for me on any vehicle I found, and any future repairs if needed. Pete took time to talk with me at length, and being an aircraft mechanic and engineer myself, I can say I have full confidence in him. He is professional, courteous, and honest. I know the words "Honest Mechanic" is an oxymoron to most people and seems as impossible as "The Living Dead" or "Jumbo Shrimp". But trust me, Pete is the real deal. Do yourself a favor, if you have BMW, Mercedes, or mini, take all your work to Pete. You won't be sorry.. Which is more than I can say for my past experiences with the dealerships and/or other shops. Thanks Pete!! read more

The car problem seemed to repeat itself and Pete, the owner, took personal responsibility immediately, took my car from my residence, fixed it, and returned it. That car issue was gone. Pete is extremely knowledgeable and made sure I was satisfied & happy with the results. My car runs very well. Exceptional customer service from him and the whole staff. I am so grateful. read more