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Tony's Auto Repair

4.5 (151 reviews)
Open 7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Services - Tony's Auto Repair

Vehicle battery testing

Auto defroster tab repair

Check engine light

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Engine oil light diagnosis

Auto general diagnosis

Auto noise diagnosis

Tire Pressure Monitoring System diagnosis

Auto no-start diagnosis

Auto vibration diagnosis

Auto diagnosis or inspection

Auto pre-purchase inspection

Auto maintenance

Auto fluids and filters maintenance

Fuel system cleaning

Oil changes

Auto wheel alignment

Auto mirror repair

Auto mirror replacement

Auto repairs

Auto battery or electrical system repair

Auto brake repair

Auto engine repair

Auto exhaust repair

Auto HVAC repair

Auto light repair

Auto steering and suspension repair

Auto transmission repair

Auto wheel and tire repair

Auto regulator replacement

Auto switch replacement

Auto windows and mirrors repair

Routine automotive maintenance

Smog check

Transmission leak inspection

Tire balancing

Tire installation

Tire repair

Tire rotation

Tire Pressure Monitoring System repair

Wheel alignment

Windshield wiper replacement

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Currently Back at Tonys Repair Shop due to a failed smog test. Called and let them know my car failed. They told me it was due to my check engine light showing a different code that they repaired. But my car initially smoked during the smog test got it retested and had failed again. Called and told them I had this problem and they said to come tomorrow and I gave them a time frame. Its 9am and now they are saying they arent able to look at my car until Noon. I find that an inconvenience because they could have let me know that before I drove to the spot at 9 am. Then I recieved some sort of analogy based on why I had to wait and it was like a dentist. It seemed like my car was not thoroughly diagnosed for a full smog check pass and they just looked at the code and assumed that was what was wrong with the car. I wouldnt be making this review right now if I recieved a bit more professionalism regarding the time frame and then to be told by the mechanic I brought in different paperwork last time and thats the reason for his miss diagnosis rather then telling me he is going to fix the issue and find out whats wrong was a very rude and not true because its the same exact paper work I brought in initially. I will be updating my review throughout this process but for now Tonys Repair Shop has been a let down. Update: Same Day- Much better experience after getting my car re-diagnosed. Was told that my car needed an oil change and some additives because the old oil was improper and caused the car to smoke. I really appreciated the fact they got my car back to me before noon when initially I was told thats when they would look at it so cheers to them for working diligently. Car is now SMOG certified and have no complaints.

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As much good as i have heard, did not return my phone call; said i was overwhelmed; no sorry! Unresponsive.

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I have been a Tony's customer for years! The owner Dave is very honest. This is my go to auto repair place.

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This review is meant for a full set of tire replacements on 10/29/2025 and subsequent warranty…read morereplacement for driver side rear tire on 1/19/26. Invoices are attached highlighting the staff that helped as well as things I felt were important to highlight. Basically: the price-matching and the hassle-free warranty replacement (since damage was deemed irreparable). What isn't shown in the invoices is how attentive and considerate Mauricio (red shirt) was during my warranty replacement visit. Highlights: (1) he put my car in the system such that I would be immediately next in line as soon as the replacement tire came in, (2) spent considerable extra time with me to diagnose TPMS (tire pressure monitor) issues after the replacement, and; (3) made sure I had face-to-face contact with another red-shirt member (Sebastian) in case my TPMS issues were unresolved when Mauricio is not present. I did want to mention that it was extremely busy when I came in. It took me some time to actually get to talk to Mauricio specifically, but his professionalism was worth the wait. Lastly, I wanted to give a shout out to the technicians that actually serviced my vehicle on 10/29/25 and 01/19/26: those guys did fine by me. PS: Mauricio was right; driving a few miles fixed my TPMS issue. PPS: With the amount of construction in Millbrae and Burlingame, I'll probably see these guys again--when I do I'll be confident I'll be taken care of well.

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