The owner is a very nice man all my neighbors rave how much they love taking their automobiles there for repairs. He is always busy which is a good sign! I will continue recommending him to family and friends!!!! read more

I took my car to get the alternator and serpentine belt replaced about 2 weeks ago. When I picked up my car I noticed it was making a very loud noise and my AC was no longer cooling. I took it back they said they heard no noise and charged me for freon. Days later my car stopped in the middle of the road. I ended up taking it to a different shop and they discovered an entire part missing from my car. I tried calling/texting Velas and received no answers. I drove to the shop and they knew exactly what I was talking about and gave me my part back. Their interaction was weird when I mentioned to them that the entire engine hose was missing. I am not the first review that mentions they are missing parts after getting repairs done at the this shop. There's also multiple people on social media accusing them of allegedly taking parts from their vehicles. Not sure if this is what they were trying to do with my vehicle but it resulted in me paying over $300 to fix the damage my car experienced after this part was missing and the car was being driven without it. read more

Vela Tire Shop - Auto Repair Near Me - Houston, Texas

I would not recommend this business. My car was there for about a month because it needed an alternator replacement. I originally brought the car in with the new alternator, but they insisted the alternator was not the problem. Instead, they replaced other parts, including brake-related work and additional repairs, and repeatedly told me the car was fixed. Twice, we picked up the car only for it to break down within about half a mile, requiring it to be towed back. Despite all the repairs they performed, the original problem was never resolved. During my last visit, I was yelled at and told that because I was a woman, I didn't know anything about cars. That was completely unprofessional and disrespectful. They also claimed they had done some work for free, but none of it fixed the actual issue. I eventually had the alternator replaced elsewhere, and that was the only repair the car needed. Since then, the car has been running perfectly. read more

Since that last review, I've needed car work more often than I'd like to admit. This place is now my go to. They're so knowledgeable, price is fair, and will not up charge or do any unnecessary work. I've had brakes done, AC work, body repair, tires, etc. All the guys here are so kind and hard workers. Highly recommend. read more

Number one spot I go no one else anytime I'm buying a car. I'll take it to my boy before purchasing. He gonna make sure you make no mistake. I take all my vehicles that to get serviced and worked on even my old schools vela is the trust reasonable as well too not gonna make you pay more than what you need to pay for something that you don't need like other shops bring your car here you won't be disappointed read more

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I came in for an oil change , All staff are friendly & great prices for service ! Please come here for all your vehicle needs!

i dropped off my truck to get its level kit done after they said they can do it so i left them my truck and was waiting for a response to let me know when is its done , they said they will get done with i5 shortly but after 7 to 8 hours they called me back saying they can't do it just wasted my whole day read more

Quick Efficient Friendly They had me in/out in less than 15 minutes! I'd highly recommend this shop. read more

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Sent my nephew there to get the master cylinder changed out and they said it wasn't that, they said he needed drums on the back and alot of other parts adding up to 400 dollars, he went to pick up truck and brakes are still leaking and brake pedal goes all the way down still. Payed for all those parts and still didn't fix the problem. Must have new mechanics working there now are something because they used to be honest. Just had to cut my loses. Took it to other mechanic changed out master cylinder truck brakes working fine now. read more

Broke dudes took my car for their own personal use to get their lunch. Dropped off my car at 10am went to go get it back at 2pm wasn't worked out or even touched. Workers sitting out front laughing & being unproductive. To top it off when I went to go pick it up, they had taken my car to go get lunch. Again my car wasn't worked on at all. Don't go here or else you putting your car at risk. read more

Everything started out smooth, I went for a low beam headlight replacement and also provided my own headlights from the auto zone down the street. Took them all of 15 minutes to replace ONE headlight, I paid a feasible price but the problem is that I did not receive my other headlight out of the two PACK THAT I PURCHASED. I called them SEVEN times and employee was very rude and irate once I explained the story, he told me it was at this location and to come get it before closing. Unfortunately, I did not make it in time but came back the next day, being today. They told me that my headlight that was there the day prior is no longer there anymore. It is not about the headlight it is principle, not only did they STEAL my headlight but also was very rude and shady about it. I will be coming back with the police because apparently this is not the first time something like this was done. read more

I have been with Vela for several years (about 10 + years) for My Matrix 2004 and Accord 2004 services. At least 10 times had my AC, power locks, gas cap/trunk release, wheel bearings, engine mounts, door locks, trunk release fixed. The most I had to pay was $150 for labor to replace the AC compressor, condenser, and drier. Today AC still works in the extreme heat of the second summer since it was fixed. Cost me about 350 to buy parts from rock auto. I considered this is a very good deal. One time I had to replace the front wheel bearings -- some shop gave me a pricey quotes per Chilton labor quotes, ie $300 and above -- Vela only charged me 35 for each side of the axle. So this was another good deal. One time I brought my car in for starter replacement. I bought part from LKQ. Time was late so I felt suspicious when the mechanic finished it with ease and asked him to give me the old part. He did not do any thing since the part given back to me still had a lock string unopened (ie this was my part just brought in). Vela owner knew exactly what was going on but he tried to protect his cheating mech so I lost 60 bucks in this deal. But Vela treated me nicely in some other cases. In sum, this is a labor cheap shop and we have to be educated, armed with knowledge to avoid sleazy practices in many auto repairs shop these days. 3 - 3 1/2 stars rating read more

These guys are great. Had to get a tire patched and they had it fixed before I could write an email Went back and got a water pump changed on my truck and they even helped me with a recall suggestion. Highly recommend read more

Israel Vela is running a scam operation. Read all of the negative reviews, because there's a pattern of shoddy work, scams, and horrible customer service. My father-in-law still trusts this place, but Israel sh_t on our trust. We had a coolant leak and were leaving in a few days to drive to Florida. Israel told us they found the leak and replaced a part. We stopped in Mississippi and discovered our car was leaking coolant again. We called an arranged to take our car to a Pensacola Mazda dealership. They found the leak, NOT where Israel said it was, and they said every part under our hood was original. Vela Tire Shop never changed out any part, and had lied about finding the leak and replacing the part! We had a cracked cylinder head and it cost us $6k at a dealership. NEVER would we have driven, but would've flown instead, had we known Vela had scammed us. Guys my father-in- law has done business with him for YEARS and has referred so many people to this shop and WE were treated this way. STAY AWAY! read more

This place is very friendly and nice and has fairly good prices. However, the services have left me spending $1100 on power steering that had to be replaced after they "fixed" it, and a new compressor for AC which is now blowing warm air again. I'm extremely disappointed. I drive from San Marcos here because I heard it was the best and I have a very close friend who spoke extremely highly of here, just For this to happen. As lovely as the people were here, I wish I never went to this place and just went to a crappy shop here to get the same work done and at least not have to drive a million miles to get it fixed time and time again. Oh well. read more

This man Israel who is the owner has truly been my guardian angel since I was referred to him. He has helped me out with all 3 of my vehicles and even my family members vehicles. If it wasn't for all of his help I would have lost my job. I thank God for him and the help that he gives all of his customers. I promise you that you won't regret going to him if you need any work done to your vehicle. My name is Jack Vaughn and I just wanted to give this owner and his shop praise. read more

Nope. Called beforehand to see if they had tires in my size, they said yes. I drove 20 minutes and they made me get out of my car and go into the waiting room, only to tell me after waiting 10 minutes that they didn't have my tire size. When I drove up someone was smoking cigarettes near my car, very demanding, and screaming at each other. read more

Great customer service. Went with a hot radiator. They checked and said I had a leak. They put water and said it needs to be replaced. I got home. Will go back to get fixed. read more

Vela is a Veteran and his business is a honest and very trustworthy one. His prices are very very reasonable and probably go unmatched by any other business. He will try to fix whatever is wrong with your vehicle and if he can't fix it, he will let you know and won't waste your time by falsely fixing something or jibber jabbering about fixing other things that you did not go in for. I have yet to meet a auto repair owner as honest and trustworthy as he is. All of his staff are polite and as professional as can be and Vela seems as that he will tolerate no less. Been here about 5 times for various needs and I send my children here too. Give his business a try and thank him for his service! read more

Great service. Quick and affordable. Won't go anywhere else. It's refreshing to find an honest mechanic shop without paying an arm and a legs! read more

Saw the damage done to my car and agreed to be able to fix it. They have no communication whatsoever, you have to constantly be calling them to ask for updates or you won't hear from them at all. Here I am 3 months later my car still isn't fixed or has been touched AT ALL. I received a message saying my "car needs to be picked up or it will be moved to storage." As if I just dumped my car there, Instead of them just admitting they were never going to able to fix my car. Vela's was a complete WASTE OF TIME. Now my tires are flat, my car is still unfixed and im out $100 for the tow back to my house. read more

Hands down fastest and best place for anything to get done on your car or truck .......

I've been going to Vela's for years and have always been happy with their service. Today they went above and beyond. We were preparing to go camping when the compressor in the AC went out in our van. Summer in Texas is no time to go without AC, especially on a weeklong trip into the mountains. We got the replacement part at 3pm the day before vacation started and we thought there was no way in heck they'd get the repair done before they closed at 6. Lo and behold they called at 5:45 and told us it was ready to go! Blowing cold too! On a previous occasion, a big name-brand garage told me I had a leak in the hydraulic lines and they needed to do a flush to find the source. $150 just to do the flush and find the leak before starting repairs. Who knew how high that bill would go? I said "Nah" and took it to Vela. He took a look and said it was just a broken clamp on one hose. I paid $35 to replace the clamp and some fasteners. That was 2 years ago and it's been running like a champ ever since. Look, Vela's ain't fancy. If you want free water and soda and a nice air conditioned lobby to sit in, look elsewhere. Mr. Vela is a fair man who doesn't overcharge and gets the work out fast. On the rare occasion there's a problem with the work, just take the car back up there and let him know. He'll handle it without any fuss. Obviously I'm pretty happy with his work. I really can't recommend this place highly enough. read more

You can delete my pictures all day long I will keep posting them you completely ruined my car !

There has been several occasions that I drop by and am so sure there is a specific problem with my vehicle. And each time an honest gentleman goes through the trouble of making sure checks all the fluids tops it off and assures it it's fine and then doesn't take payment from me the honesty of not just running with what I said and time they take to look at things means allot when you are a women especially, trying to handle your own things.. makes me feel like family just looking out for me .. I made sure to pay them with donuts and kolaches just like family as well read more

Been coming here for years! They have worked on all three of my cars! They have fast & friendly service! The owner is great. He is always there every time I'm there. His guys are so nice too!! I Always feel so welcomed. I live in Kemah now and i still go out of My way to come here because of all my experiences. They never charge me a ridiculous price. My oil changes are sooooo price efficient. AGAIN I LOVE IT HERE! very pleased i would rate 10 stars. read more

Transmission and motor replaced less than 8months ago and both are going out on my truck . Store refuses to fix it

I keep getting turned away because I arrive so late and they don't have time for me. That's because they are the be BEST! They are definitely worth the wait. read more

Horrible ! Got a oil change and the guy didn't put my oil filter back on causing my engine to blow! On a 2021 vehicle had the diagnosis from KIA where I bought my car from and they said VELA TIRE SHOP is responsible. He said he'd fix my car came to my apt with the same guy who messed up my car and told me the tow guy would come pick up my car to fix it that was 3 days ago he's now ignoring my calls and messages now I've had to hire a lawyer and contact the BETTER BUSINESS Bureau !! Do not take your car here !!!!!!! Ever !!!! read more

I thank God I found this car repair place when my family used to live around near the repair shop. I still come here after many years despite living nearly an hour away. Israel Vela owns this place and manages it. An ex-service man, he does NOT rip you off. Great and fast service. If I win the lottery I would really help this guy expand his business! I haven't won yet! lol! read more

when here about three weeks ago to get an oil change..., when I say it was done in a blink of an eye, I was confused and curious as to if they had even changed it! Mind you, I've had my car for three years now and I've never had any problems with my car leaking oil..., I've taken my car to (take 5) & valvoline to get the oil changed, & I'm pretty sure they would have told me if I was leaking oil... not only that I just know my car... plus I wou have noticed that burning oil smell & the fact that I pay for a reserved parking spot for the last two 1/2 years since Ive had my car and hadn' t seen any oil on the ground says a lot!!! while paying out, is when the guy told me that I had a small oil leak ,like how??? like the oil is literally pouring out!!!! And if I don't get this fixed soon it's gonna cause my engine to blow!!! They also changed my rack & pinion & now I need a motor mount!!! So now when I drive my car my motor rocks when backing up or driving forward!!! Not a happy camper I will never let this place do any other service to my car ever in life!!! read more

Fast service, fair pricing. Vela's team diagnosed and repaired my upper control arm within 4 hours. They even kept me updated regularly throughout the process, which I appreciated! I will trust Vela's team with any future repairs and I highly recommend giving Vela your business. read more

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Beware Scams! The mechanic attempted to swap my Full Synthetic Oils for his recycled oil. Not replaced my new oil filter. I forgave them the first time, but I caught another mechanic on the second time doing the same thing. Scams Alert!!!!!! STAY AWAY THESE THIEVES read more

The owner Israel Vela is a conscientious man who treats all his customers with the utmost respect. His pricing is so low it's hard to believe he's successful, but I guess his great service over the years has gotten him so many regular customers he is always busy. I've been going there for almost 10 years, and I have never had a problem. And unlike many repair shops, he never upsells on things you don't need. And if he can't do a repair, he'll tell you and advise you on the best place to go. Just great people!! read more

Vela is the only mechanic I have been to that has never attempted to sale me on getting things I don't need done I come in never wait more than an hour and the car is ready best mechanic I have ever dealt with read more

I have gone to this place several times in the last 5 years. I wanted to give the benefits of doubt every time they messed up with repairs of my car as sometimes it looks like they fixed the problem. Below is what I would like to share with and warn the customers about his service: Very frequently, Mr. Vela's staff messes up with the repair work, damages other good parts of the car they were not supposed to repair, and if the issue is taken to Mr. Vela, he goes into a brawling mode by putting down his customers in order to defend the work of his staff. His staff messed up several times with repairs of my car, damaged other good functioning parts, which started to malfunction right after they completed the repair work with another malfunctioning part and kept fixing them whenever I could I take the car back to them. Mr. Vela is extremely defensive in his communication to customers and does so by putting customers down and then he says that he has other customers to attend to and moves to another customer. he interrupts customers in the middle of what they say. He shows little patience in listening to what customers have to say. Mr. Vela listens few seconds to one customer, then goes to another customer to listen to few and moves on to the next customer. That's what he does all days during his work hours. No customer gets the right kind of attention from him. Sometimes he even does not want to talk to customers and goes to a distant corner away from his store in the grassy backyard (behind the Chinese restaurant next to him) and pretends to work on the many old rusty vehicles he collects from customers for selling. Mr. Vela has a relative named Pablo, who works in the store and acts as a powerful man. He has very poor manners. He is very hostile in his behavior with customers and wants to come up with a deal with the customers of getting paid cash. He starts (literally) to yell at the customer in front of other customers, if the customer paid with credit cards. He wants to make the customer feel guilty for paying in credit cards and not in cash. I strongly recommend Mr. Vela to retrain or replace Pablo for the sake of goodwill of his business. In summary, I am under the impression that Mr. Vela has taken for granted that no matter how badly he treats customers, his business will go on forever. He needs to know that treating customers in a nasty and hurtful manner (as subservient/slave to them) is antagonistic to their business interest. read more

Israel Vela and staff operate a top notch, honest business. He puts the customer's interest first, and won't nickel and dime you for unnecessary repairs. He took good care of my car and attended to it as if it was his own. Go see them today!! read more

Bad Overall Experience. Job Performance was poor and problem wasn't fixed. Left one of my stabilizer links unmounted. Took my vehicle to a different shop and the problem was resolved well, fast and easy. Never coming here again. read more

I've been going to Israel for years. Since 2005, He's trustworthy. He never tells me I need work than necessary. My horn wasn't working on my jeep, I took it to him. He fixed it, didn't charge me anything. I also used to go to him often to get my used tires from him, when I couldn't afford new ones. I trust this mechanic. read more

They are so nice , fast service and kindness and you never regret it when you come there.