STOP!! Do Not Go Here. Over-Priced Diagnostic Fee that Does Not Go Towards the Repair. Then they over-price the repair to collect the easy $170 Diagnostic Fee in hopes of you not going through with the repair. & If you do decide to go through with the repair, you're basically getting screwed twice. read more

Right from the start this was a pleasant experience. Front desk is knowledgeable, friendly and responsive. We were quoted in advance and kept informed on the turnaround time of service. If you need a mechanic, check out Able auto repair in Gardena. read more

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Overall exceptional service from mechanics and receptionist. Services include programming dealer fabs and keys with perfection.

Honda tried to charge us $550 but it cost us $200 to fix at Able. They are honest with their prices and do great work! Don't get scammed at the dealership and go to Auto! My uncle has been going here for years and we finally took our car here once we needed to replace something. read more

I brought my BMW in for service. The staff and owner were absolutely amazing. Very professional and have lot of experience. Thank you to able auto team. I highly reccomend Able auto as your number one auto mechanic. read more

These guys gave us a diagnostic and the price was way beyond what we could imagine and paid the diagnostic fee and decided to tow the truck home. The mechanics took a day and half to even start looking at the vehicle for a 1 hour job. Then we got there our car was a mess nothing was put back they opened our back seat and left it like that, our glove box was out and the computer. They were working on other cars and finally when they put back the parts they had us push our car out the bay because they were not going to do it, f'ing jerks. Never do business with these people. High prices and horrible and inhumane service. read more

The front desk is helpful and kind for someone like me who isn't well-versed in cars. Very clean and organized unlike other shops I've gone into before. Even though it was a little busy around the time I went in, I didn't have to wait long to drop off my vehicle for a diagnostic. I also found out the owner is a highly experienced technician so I felt comfortable having all my repairs done at this shop. I'll come back again to service my vehicle in the future. :) read more

As I mentioned, this company attempted to strong arm me into work that didn't need to be done. Two months after my smog mechanic discovered that someone there purposely disconnected three vacuum hoses as well. Not only are the mechanics at Able Auto dishonest, but they also sabotaged my vehicle because I refused to pay the diagnostic charge. Do not use these people. read more

Great experience and quality work! I've taken all my cars both modern & classic and the high quality work never changes! The staff is so welcoming and it's reassuring knowing that Emiliano, the head mechanic, is a former corporate mechanic with a lot of experience. read more

Always thankful as they give exceptional service. When its not an ergency to get the car into the shop, I always call ahead to see if I could bring in for easy jobs like oil change. Cannot say anything less that this shop is truthful and will not tell you everything is urgent repair all at once but to advise what should be done first as well as the best cost effective for the customer! read more

I stopped in for a parking brake clip repair on my F30. I wanted to replace the plastic OEM clip with a metal aftermarket one, and Emiliano took care of it within couple hours, although I was a walk-in customer. There was a small hiccup with the direction of the bottom piece of the clip being mounted, as the method of install is different from OEM (as well as the design), but Emiliano quickly took care of it and corrected it at no extra charge. The lady at the front desk is super nice and communicates very clearly where she quickly stabilizes all miscommunications. They also took a picture of the installation as I wanted to post in the BMW forums. Highly recommended. read more

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I had been looking for a reliable shop for some time now and my brother kept recommending this place. He always talked well about Emiliano so I decided to bring my car in because it was overheating. The turnaround time was pretty fast and they are very communicative. They told me what the issue was and also advised me about other things my car will need in the future. Pricing is reasonably and competitive compared to other shops I've been to. (Mostly performance shops) Ran my car for a bit after I got it and everything is in working order. I won't really find out if it's fixed until I drive my car to Northern California. An updated review will be posted 8/1/21 Update: 8/1/21 My car made the 600 mile trip! Definitely will be coming back for my future car needs read more

I needed repairs on my car to pass the smog check and register it. Able gave me an appointment right away and the kind young lady at the front desk was very clear about the time it might take. When the job was complete, the price was very reasonable and the service was excellent. I would recommend Able Auto Repair, not to be confused with Abel Auto Repair. ABLE is the place in Gardena on Artesia Blvd to get honest and fast auto repair services! I'm impressed with this family-run shop! read more

Stopped in for an oil change. Surprised to find the nice Korean couple were no longer the owner. They sold the repair business to an employee last year and are now running the smog-only shop next door. That's cool, the new staff took their time checking over my car, tires, etc. instead of rushing through a 10-minute oil change haphazardly (like the last guy in Monterey Park!) Even better, the price is cheaper than Torrance. Highly recommended! read more

My car has been serviced by Able Auto Repair for over 10 years! I am totally satisfied with their Customer service and auto service! They are the best and very honest! Love and trust them with my car as well as my daughter's car. I would always recommend them to everyone I know. They are a family owned business and highly recommend them! Grateful and very satisfied company! Rhoda S. read more

Very pleased. Great prices and repairs. Whittier location. We have been sending our coworkers for years. He fixes only what you need, no upsell. BMW, Pontiac, Mitsubishi, Toyota.... Randall C. @ ICU Santa Fe Springs. read more

I went to a local social media community group looking for recommendations on an honest / reliable mechanics. They did a GREAT job with a nice turn around getting a new battery into a Lincoln MKC - and anyone who knows, Ford/Lincoln somehow decided battery placement no longer should be an easily accessible item to switch out! read more

Great place for BMW's! They took the time to really diagnose the problem my car was experiencing before changing parts. They were trying to not waste my money which I appreciate! They explained all proposed repairs and helped me choose how I wanted to proceed. My car is running great now. read more

I highly recommend this place for BMW repairs. They use genuine parts, efficient, fast and great prices. Jessica is the best!!! She is polite, professional and has a great personality. Thank you !! read more

Got an oil change and my brakes done here. They quoted me fairly, didn't stray from the number they gave and itemized everything. Straight-forward and there was nothing unclear or random on my bill. I like that! The woman at the front was really kind and helpful. She called and gave me updates on the vehicle and even though they took an hour longer than I anticipated - they let me know. New brake pads and rotors. No more squeaking! They even printed out a list of services for next time since I had never taken my car there and they didn't have my service history. read more

Able has been my go to mechanic for a decade. Always helpful, honest l, truthful on pricing and provides reliable work. Highly recommended!!! read more

Great shop. Always friendly service. Dad had been coming here for many years, and I follow suit. I know I can trust these guys. Thank you Able Auto. read more

I love that I am always informed promptly what the problem is and what I can expect in cost for the repair. They always get the job done at a great price which is why Able Auto is my Go-To auto shop. read more

I've been sending my cars to be worked on when it was owned by the Koreans. He sold it to Emiliano the new owner. He was very nice and the office entrance from before is a whole lot better now and cleaner. They offer complimentary treats and water for customers. They gave me an estimate for what I requested and provided recommendations to change certain parts since they would be working around the area. They didn't pressure me. Work was completed to my satisfaction. My only thing is when I picked up car, there were oil smudges on top of my hood. They should have wiped it down since it wasn't there when I brought it in. Otherwise, I would have given a 5 star. read more

DO NOT BRING YOUR CAR HERE! IF YOU HAVE AN M CAR LIKE ME, YOUR CAR WILL LIKELY GET JOYRIDED AND BEAT-ON! I suspect this place of destroying my clutch during a test-drive after a sunroof repair and oil-change. I brought the car in with a pretty fresh and grabby clutch. It comes back to me with a slipping clutch and the radiator blows within 1 hour of picking up the vehicle. They call it a coincidence. Me and my new mechanic call it abuse during a test drive. I have evidence. They put 37 miles on my car for an oil change test-drive. That is ridiculous. Their work order doesn't even have a mileage in and out section. Even more ridiculous. I totally smell a joyride and have proof. I had a hidden phone in the car linked to a Tile. Everyone should do that same to track your car when you drop it off to a mechanic. I trusted this shop with over $6K in mechanical work over 2 years, and each time, they have had me pick up my car only for something else to break immediately, leaving my car in need of a tow! Being that my car is known to BMW enthusiasts as one of the best BMWs ever made, I have gone through my car being joyrided by two other people in the past. Each time, the clutch was destroyed. It's like clockwork. A clutch doesn't wear that quickly with a normal oil-change test drive. I can prove they abused it, but the time it would take to legally get things straightened out would be way too long so I decided to move on and just report everything on Yelp. Shame on you Able Auto. I would sue you if I had more time because I have proof. Fortunately for you, I just don't have the time. I found a better mechanic, and they are worlds better than you guys AND they have a mileage in and out section. You guys are liars and cheats and you will never abuse my car again. For anyone reading this, and feeling your car has also been abused my Able, please chime-in. It is our duty as citizens to report these matters so that the rest of the public can be warned. read more

Amazing Staff, Amazing Service. The staff kept updated on the status of my truck the entire time it was in the shop. And they finished the repair 2 days ahead of schedule and the price was honest and fair. I'll be returning to Able Auto for any future repairs. read more

Fast = finished my lunch-time oil change faster than I could read 2 ESPN articles in their waiting area. Good value = $19.91 total (including tax, oil disposal, etc) for the oil change (4 quarts). Great service = prompt, professional, friendly. Honest = No attempted upsale. Could have easily charged me a lil' more as I went in for their advertised $19.99 oil change but discounted me because my puny lil' car only needed 4 quarts of oil and not 5. Definitely will be back. read more

Dear Reader, I've lived in Torrance for half my life and not one auto shop has given me a more fair treatment with reasonable rates than Able Auto. Able Auto has treated me with the uttmost respect and straight forward attitude. They never gave me the run around on estimates and always gave me their professional recommendations when it came to the decisions for my cars. I've had a 1992 Geo Prizm from when I turned 16 years old (until I crashed it), a Nissan 200sx SER (until I crashed it =P), a Honda Civic EX 01 (until I sold it) and now my current cars Honda Civic 2007 and Acura TSX (I Love Them). I have brought each car to Able Auto, yes even the Geo Prizm, and they've taken care of all the usual maintenance and repairs for six years of my time driving. Do you remember when the Nissan 200sx SER (Sentra) had an alternator problem with their 1995 - 1997 editions? Well I do! The damn car broke down on me so many times that I used up my entire years worth of AAA free towing! When the alternator first burnt out, I took my Nissan to Able Auto so they can work their magic. Before I knew it, the car was out of the shop and flying through the wind until the alternator burnt out again after a couple of months. I called them about my alternator and they told me to bring it in so they can take a look at it with no fuss or blame. As they looked at the alternator they noticed it burnt out due to overheating from its close proximity to the car engine. With a little ingenuity, they replaced the alternator for FREE and placed a heat shield between the engine and the alternator so it wouldn't happen again. After that my car was good as new! I drove the car for another two years until I crashed it during a drunken night...that's another story -__-. After that incident I never wanted to go to another auto shop again. After moving to Orange County I still drive 40 miles to Able Auto for maintenance and repairs. It's the only place I trust with my cars! Sincerely, Edward K. Note: Apparently Nissan started making their alternators with a lesser heat resistant metal to fit the newer models of their Sentra, however they forgot to tell the owners of the 1995 - 1997 models that their alternators would burn out in a few years! Oh their mistake? Yes it was! read more

I hit a hunk of blown truck tire debris on the 405 Freeway as I was driving to LAX Airport. The undercarriage cover was torn off and noisily scraping on the road. Able Auto Repair popped up when I googled auto repair nearby. This family owned and operated auto repair made my repair a priority and charged me a very reasonable amount. Their kindness to my family was greatly appreciated. I was able to pick up my son on time when his flight arrived. I was relaxed. Able Auto Repair was an answer to my prayer in my time of need! read more

This is a great family owned business. I have been here twice. Both times I had a slow leak in one of my tires. Each time they found the leak and repaired the tire. They do honest work for an honest price. They don't try to up-sell you. It's run by an older couple, he works the garage and she works the office. They have been there for years. read more

Great people and experienced mechanics/ techs very reasonable saves me every time. A specialist in Bmw and Mini coopers, but my Jeep Grand Cherokee, Ford Explorer been services at this location, professional greeting at office diagnosed and serviced no issues ever, thank you read more

Very bad I took my car for repair after they diagnose the car they came up with some things need to be fixed they said that's the Main issue they fixed after 2 days the same issue came back and the said oh you need to replace another part they really liers they just want your money read more

I have a 2016 MINI COOPER S that needed an oil change, nebrakes, and tire rotation. They did all that plus, took care of a creaking problem I had when I went over even the smallest bump. It turned out my sway bar was detached! A different mechanic told me I needed new shocks! So they saved me hundreds of dollars with fixing that sway bar alone! The ladies in the front were so helpful even after I asked a ton of questions. I always get so paranoid when it comes to mechanics because I always feel they're crooked or not trust worthy but I didn't get that vibe here one bit! I plan to continue bringing my MINI here! (Will update should something change) Update: After casually bringing it up with a few friends, they all said the price was a high for the work they did. read more

I always go here and the service is great. Prices aren't that bad. Oil change and smog have decent prices.

After a decade of going to my old mechanic ,I decided to switch as it's turning into a McDonald's type of business. A friend of mine recommended this place and by all means he's on the dot! they listen to your explanation and they double check everything and make sure that their work is properly done. Prices are reasonable, shop is so clean and people are super nice, Jessica has one heck of a customer service and cute as well. I have 5 cars and I will definitely take all of them here! Good job guys, and pls don't ever change read more

My Dad used to take his Ford van there for tune-ups, oil changes & repairs. He told me to try them. I don't mind taking my car to the Dealers because I know it will be done right with the original manufacturers (OM) parts. Then I tried Able Auto and over all the years we have taken several of our vehicles there and they were fixed well. Able Auto has always been upfront & honest. Their prices are fair. Saved me several thousand dollars as compared to Car dealer's shop. They gave me choices and prices of OM parts or using non-OM parts. It's very hard to find good mechanics. These people are. read more

My father and I have been bringing our vehicles here for years. They are great, fast, honest, and affordable.

Jessica and Emiliano were great! Had the belt replaced on my 06 BMW 530 on the day after thanksgiving. Even with short notice, I was able to get in and out same day in just a couple hours. Honest work and not intimidating or unreasonable at all. The cost made sense, part plus 1 hour labor didn't seam out of range. I recommend them! read more

This an Honest Mechanic Shop... What a concept! They won't do unnecessary work and they charge very reasonably. It is a small business and the shop looks clean and organized. And the staff is very kind. I bring all our family cars here. read more

Live down the street and been my go to for the longest. They make everything straight forward. New owners are good as well. Prices not too shabby read more