SoCal VIN Verification

(67 reviews)

Super fast and easy live scan. Karen was super nice and helped me fill out my passport form too…read more The place is upstairs facing the street and really easy to find. I was in and out in no time. Definitely recommend if you need something done quick. Live scan $30 Passport photo $15

I was able to get business done within 10 minutes or so. There were two women in front of me, but…read morethe process was quick. This is my second time getting fingerprints scanned, and the lady doing it was so much more efficient than the place I went to before. She also even offered hand sanitizer at the end and a copy, which the other office I went to did not provide. So, I would definitely recommend coming here, especially for a walk-in. In my case, it was also very convenient because Maxim referred me here and was invoiced, so I didn't have to pay upfront. I had no issues with parking and am pleased that I found a new place for live scans.

Firestone Registration & Services

(59 reviews)

Hi Suzie, I wanted to reach out and thank you for the…read moreexcellent service. This is truly the best place for easy and fast assistance. Suzie is very friendly, highly experienced, and I recommend her 100%. If you want to avoid the stress of long lines at the DMV, this is the perfect one-stop shop.

Fast service. Very helpful, answered all our questions on the phone before coming in so we could be…read moreprepared.

Legacy Auto Registration

(33 reviews)

Jessica and Sandra,…read more Thank you for managing our fleet of vehicles, we sincerely appreciate all the effort you provided on our account. The Tundra with the bad registration specifically. We recommend your business to our friends and family knowing they are in good hands. Thank you for everything

Great knowledge and quick service on title transfers and auto tags. Cannot praise them enough!!read more

Yadira Alvarez Insurance Agency

(5 reviews)

Extremely satisfied from the Quality of the service very helpful with ownership transfer…read moreregistration and insurance it was very easy and a pleasant experience and very reasonable price. Thank you so much!

Great service and an affordable rate! Got my new tags and registration within 5 minutes I was out…read moreof there. 5/5 service they also offer you snacks which is a nice gesture.

EZ Tags

(13 reviews)

I went to EZ Tags after a failed attempt at calling someone (during their business hours no less,…read moreno response until the day after) to handle VIN verification for a new car I recently bought out of state. Mayra is a great professional. She was able to get me sorted in record time. Spent maybe less than 10 minutes to get my REG 31 filled out to help complete my registration. Fee was reasonable as well considering it was a Friday morning and that is literal death trying to get anything done at the DMV without an appointment.

Went to get my registration super fast super easy don't have to wait in line like DMV. The…read moreemployees are very knowledgeable & can help you with almost anything you need help with .

Zeron Insurance Services

4.5

(35 reviews)

I have been doing my taxes with Chavita for several years (5+) now. She is very knowledgeable about…read moreher work and is very prompt and friendly going above and beyond to deliver the best service. After my first visit with her, I recommend her services to my parents, uncle, sister and friends. Everyone has always offered positive feedback about her work! Llevo más de 5 años haciendo mis impuestos con Chavita. Ella está muy bien informada sobre su trabajo y es muy rápida y amigable, haciendo todo lo posible para brindar el mejor servicio. Después de mi primera visita con ella, recomendé sus servicios a mis padres, tío, hermana y amigos. ¡Todos siempre han ofrecido comentarios positivos sobre su trabajo!

Good, professional insurance DMV registration services. Junior and the crew take care of you.read more

The AutoMedic

4.9

(604 reviews)

Informative about the services. Great communication and so quick. Finished in 10 mins.read more

The team at AutoMedic have serviced two of my trucks the past couple of years. They've assisted me…read morewith great service and insights when it came to diagnosing and repairing issues. I'm very grateful for their service and highly recommend anyone looking for mobile mechanics in orange county. Thank you!

Bobby Grich Auto Repair

(1.1k reviews)

Excellent considerate service. Vehicle had embedded nail and Service technician handled issue…read moreimmediately, removing nail and putting me back on the road. No cost under the circumstances, I am a local neighbor. Highly recommend Chapman Auto Repair Service auto for quick and professional service.

I used Chapman Auto for years because they were close to me, they were knowledgeable, and they were…read morefair. It was sold recently, but I went there based on prior dealings. Recently they charged me $220 just to do an OBD II computer check on my Check Engine Light. As I was walking back to work, I stopped in at another Auto Repair Shop, and they only charge $75 for the Diagnostic. The change of ownership has apparently (significantly) increased prices to cover the purchase.

Intune Motors

(116 reviews)

Before any work is done, they provide a complete diagnostic with photos and videos--so you see…read moreexactly what they see. No guessing, no upselling, no surprises. Just clear, honest, data-backed recommendations on what needs to be handled now and what can wait. I've trusted them with my vehicles for years, and they've been consistently professional, transparent, and fair every single time. Let's be honest--finding a mechanic you can truly trust is rare. These guys are the exception. If you want integrity, clarity, and top-level service, this is the place.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND Intune Motors for all your automotive repair needs!!! Thuc and his staff are the…read moreBEST in the biz. Not only are they friendly, efficient & more cost effective than the dealerships, the level of care & service they provide is TOP NOTCH! Intune Motors is located near The District at Tustin Legacy, on Construction Circle. They offer a wide range of automotive services ~ ranging from oil changes, engine repairs, tune-ups, brakes, diagnostics, mechanical repairs, fluid services, and also factory internal services & aftermarket upgrades. They specialize in European vehicles and employ ASE-Certified Master Technicians, so you know you are in good hands. Intune Motors also offers a warranty on parts and services. My family has taken my son's 2015 Lexus IS 250 here for repair and most recently, my mom's 2016 BMW X5. I had called Thuc on a weekday, close to closing because my mom's SUV was leaking oil and he was kind enough to fit us in that day. His level of concern for her safety (similar to how he'd treat his own mom) really touched us. In the end, my mom had to leave her car there for a few days for repair and once completed, Thuc even followed-up with us (a few days later) to ensure no further problems occurred & no more oil leaks. From my personal experience, a lot of independent service places & even dealerships often just do the service, take your money and send you home without batting another eye..but not here! That shows the commitment and dedication to developing long-term relationships with each of their clients by practicing good, honest principles daily. This definitely creates trust & loyalty for ever-lasting customer satisfaction & client comeback. I can't rave enough about Thuc & his shop and will surely take our cars back in the future & recommend to all our friends & family, when needed!!!

Grand Auto Works

4.9

(219 reviews)

Fantastic as always. Grand Auto Works is the place I'd always recommend to friends & family…read more Thank you Ryan and team!

Ryan is a lifesaver. I have a warranty for basic service through a dealership. Anything beyond,…read moreincluding fluids adds up fast at a dealership. I called Ryan and he not only saved me money on the brake and coolant fluids, he saved me a bundle on ridding my engine of rats. Neighbors have spent thousands fixing wiring chewed by rats, and they were starting to set up shop in my engine as well. Ryan suggested putting Irish Spring and/or laundry sheets as rats won't go near the smell. Helpful and low cost! I appreciate supporting a small business and Ryan's honesty. I recommend this shop to family and friends, and my son takes his car here.

Star Auto Services

4.3

(225 reviews)

Great place and very hardworking. I came in here and the owner was able to help me in and out…read morehimself. I recommend

TRIED SCAMMING ME FOR 5000$…read more brought my 2026 BMW M340i to this shop after damaging my suspension and wheel. They quoted me nearly $5,000 for the repair, including over $2,300 in labor. That immediately seemed excessive, so I decided to get a second opinion. Another reputable shop repaired my car for $1,100 total--$500 for the control arm, alignment, and labor, and $600 to repair my rims. The car drives great now. I left feeling like they saw an opportunity to overcharge me instead of giving me a fair estimate. Whether that was their intention or not, that's how the experience came across to me. A difference of almost 5.000$ for the same repair is hard to justify. Always get a second opinion before agreeing to major repairs here. It saved me thousands of dollars

A Plus Tire Club

4.9

(335 reviews)

Larry Houck (owner) & Tyler (technician) were absolutely AMAZING!!…read more I called A Plus Tire Club today to ask about pricing to repair a tire, there was a nail in the sidewall of my mother's tire on her car. She was so worried that it was going to be expensive and she wouldn't be able to get it fixed right away. When I called I spoke with Larry and he was incredibly nice. He informed me that they do not charge for a tire patching service. I relayed this information to my mom crossing my fingers that when she arrived she wouldn't receive a different answer (like most places) and Larry took care of her for FREE just as he said. My mom said that Larry and Tyler were incredibly helpful and very polite and friendly. Larry GREATLY assisted my mom by notifying her about another tire that was very low tread and also FOR FREE moved the low tread tire to the back of her car "in case anything happens before she can replace it". I have NEVER encountered such genuine, kind, and thoughtful service. THANK YOU LARRY for taking care of my Momma like she was part of your family. She will be back!!

Always a first class experience with Larry!! Tyler and…read moreJaimie were great!! Xllnt price, great service HIGHLY RECOMMEND

Orange County Auto Wholesale

(63 reviews)

Best car buying experience here. Thank you Tim. Straight forward, IN and OUT in less than an hour…read more Was lucky to snag this clean clean Accord with low miles. Will be back!! Thank you OC Auto Wholesale!

Unfortunate car buying experience. Was completely rude on the phone. As a first time car buyer…read morenobody wants to be treated disrespectfully. Tim made me feel like I wasn't enough just because I only offered $9,000 on an almost 20 year old car. Don't believe the fake paid reviews

Tire Express

(749 reviews)

My mom had a flat and they were very honest about pricing, asked me to check if the dealership had…read morewarranty and sold us a very reasonably priced tire and very reasonable service prices. Everyone is also very friendly and service was very fast. Just be patient in line if they are having a busy day.

I used to come to this tire repair shop many years ago, and back then I thought it was a very good…read moredeal. They could patch a tire for about $20 cash, and the service was quick and convenient. At that time, I felt it was a great option. This time, however, my experience was different. I am not sure whether it is because prices have gone up, but the tire looked repairable to me. Still, they told me it could not be patched and that I needed to buy a used tire instead. Since I was already there and the work needed to be done, I ended up paying $60 for a used tire. What disappointed me most was that I originally thought I would be able to keep my old tire and take it home, because I believed I could patch it myself and keep it as a spare. In the end, that was not how it worked. Their used tire replacement process meant they kept my original tire and gave me another used tire in exchange. So it did not really feel like I was simply buying a used tire for $60. It felt more like I was trading in my old tire, which did not even have a hole that obvious to me, and still paying $60 on top of that. The service was done quickly, but the overall experience left me feeling less satisfied than before. Next time, I would definitely compare prices and ask more questions at a few other shops before making a decision.on the car

Oilstop Drive Thru Oil Change

(677 reviews)

I was referred here by one of my coworkers. This was my first oil change here and they guys are…read moreinformative and they look like they all have fun coming to work and happy employees are important to me. I never know whats true or not. They bring me oil colors so I can see the difference between my dirty colors and the new vibrant colors I should have. So of course I want my car to run great so im saying yes to every new filter and yes to every new fluid but Im not a mechanic so im trusting them like I've trusted my last oil change place. There is a good energy here and I hope they are doing everything they say they are doing because this is my only vehicle and Im a single mom with 2 teenagers. Between the 3 of us we are constantly going to and from everywhere. So far im happy with the service but I still have 3 guys under my hood. The real test will be how well we do until our next inspection. Based off my experience so far I will be back =). FYI: I was a committed customer to Valvoline Express off of Dyer and Main in Santa Ana but they did something I didnt like during my last oil change. So the last time I was there left a great review but before I drove off the guy brings me a list of all the things they did to my car and the only thing I recognized was Replaced windshield wiper. I knew for a fact they replaced them. They guy apologized and replaced them but now how do I know what else "they forgot" to do?

Update: Feb 17, 2026 - We realized today they also failed to fill the windshield wiper fluid. SMH…read more --- Been meaning to write this review for weeks, but the final straw came today when I found out yet again that the clowns working at this Oil Stop are either a.) incompetent or b.) did the equivalent of spitting in my food for an oil change establishment. 1. I sat through this oil change asking only for 1 thing upon pulling in- please check/fill the air in the tires because I have an alert on the dash that they're low. Literally was told I was all set and go to drive away, only to find the tires were still low and hadn't been touched. 2. The day after my oil change, I hear a grinding of sorts. Upon investigation, find that the plastic piece of the undercarriage was hanging down, not secured in place, and now torn up from the pavement from driving on it. (Mind you, they needed to remove this piece to change the oil.) My boyfriend takes it back, to be told it was "already like that" and when bf asks why they didn't mention it to me if it was already damaged, their response was "well, she's a woman". Unbelievable because shouldn't I be warned of a potential danger? 3. After they secured the damaged piece back, I am now getting an error on dash stating the front camera is blocked. Upon investigation, there is a clear finger print of OIL smeared over said camera. 4. I take the car for a minor repair to my normal place and they inform me the oil dipstick is BROKEN. Now, either these guys did this when they changed the oil, or again failed to tell me it was broken...in either case, they are trash. The funny thing is that the only thing they did to try and rectify anything was to give a 10% discount on my next oil change smh. DON'T TAKE YOUR CAR HERE. THEY'LL COST YOU MONEY AND ADD A HEADACHE ON TOP OF IT.

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I first worked with SoCal Vin Verification back in 2018 when I needed a VIN check on my 1947 Willys Jeep. Nearly seven years later, I reached out again for my 1934 Ford and was glad to see they were still in business and just as responsive as before. They're super knowledgeable, easy to communicate with, and respond quickly to both texts and emails. Scheduling was simple, and they had no problem answering all my questions. The inspection was handled professionally, and I received all the necessary paperwork for the DMV. It's great to see a small business like this still going strong. If you've got a classic or specialty vehicle and want the job done right, SoCal Vin Verification is a solid choice. Highly recommend. read more

Christie Y.

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Just wanted to thank Michael for the vin verification and lending help about registering our vehicles. Highly recommended, thank you again!!! read more

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