This review is a few months late, but needed to be posted. My daughter's Tacoma was making a strange noise when starting and took it to several mechanics with several different diagnoses and no fixes. Advanced Auto was recommended so I took it there. They also came up with a diagnosis that seemed to make more sense than the others, so I went forward with repair. The repair was almost $3000 and did not work. I returned the truck for further inspection. Long story short, we ended up finding out through this whole process that that the truck was involved in accident before we purchased it and it was not disclosed to us. The damage from the collision was causing oil pressure issues that would require more repairs. Meanwhile, Nicole was in constant contact with me keeping me up to speed on everything. She then calls and tells me had already found another engine that had half the miles mine had and were replacing the whole thing and that we would be square. I was blown away that they went to these lengths to make it right for the customer! Nicole, Dave, and the crew run one honest and reliable shop. I will be taking all my vehicles to this shop going forward. GB Alfredo read more

Took my car in telling the tech I felt I needed motor mounts and that my car was overheating. I told Dave I was in a crunch because this car broke down in the process of moving to another home. Dave understood the need and told me to bring it the next morning. Despite being quite busy with others they fit me in, changed the mounts and had the fan replaced. My car was ready by the afternoon. They charged a reasonable price for labor and parts and were quite expedient. Nicole at the service desk was patient, pleasant, and quite knowledgeable. I really appreciate the kindness and care they have for their customers. Thank you and may God bless this business!! read more

Fantastic shop. I brought them a Honda Odyssey with a stubborn electrical problem that had stumped two other mechanics. They correctly diagnosed and fixed it for a very reasonable price. Really impressed! read more

Lady on phone is rude as hell. Had supplied parts told me it was the wrong part so i took it back only for them to call and tell me they needed that part as well. Wont go back read more

My wife and I have brought our cars here multiple times.Dave & crew are talented,fair, fast.

Engine would not start. Problem was the fuel pump. Repaired a day earlier than advised. Pump was replaced 13 years s ago. Cost was near what I paid then. read more

Last year, Dave replaced my engine expertly, in a timely manner, and did it for less than the price we had agreed upon when time came to pay the bill. Today he fixed an exhaust leak which had to be welded in a timely manner and a price that made me thankful I came to him. No fanfare, just fix the problem. Hats off to Advanced Auto! read more

Advanced Auto and Smog - Advanced Auto has lots of experience with these beasts. - Auto Repair Near Me - Visalia, California

This is THE ONLY automotive repair shop that I will take my vehicles to. Dave is honest and the work is done right! Affordable too- I don't feel taken advantage of or ripped off, ever! So thankful that neighbor recommended Dave and Advanced Auto. read more

Awesome job as always!!! I appreciate the attention to detail and that they follow through with what they say!!! read more

My Silverado check eng light was on and off, intermittently. Apparently, had throttle body issues, and an electrical shit, ...somewhere. Advanced Auto diagnosed and corrected the problem. My truck now runs like new, again. Thanx Dave and staff. Fixed right at a reasonable price. read more

Guy is rude, extremely unhelpful really doesn't care about your needs as a customer. Go ELSEWHERE. I got my car smoged here, 12/8 I went to the DMV and they instructed me that they did not see the smog in the system, I called them while in talking to DMV rep He guilt tripped me for having to have him look up my smog, he said his files from last year are already put away, all I needed was the code off the certificate. I finally got him to look at my invoice and he told me I needed to get it smoged again, ITS been LESS THAN 3 months Thank God the DMV was able to look it up another way, I still have at least a few weeks left. read more

Great place. Fast straight forward service like you want. Dave is the best. I send him anyone that asks and no one has been disappointed. Auto diagnostics and repairs are cheap but if you want it straight and honest. Call these guys. You won't regret it. read more

Extremely rude owner. Hung up in my face. I'm a car dealer, asked him if he has a discount for dealers because we've done business for him before @75$ for a inspection, his price is $100. Hung up in my face after a rude statement. Have some professionalism man read more

Do Not take your car here especially for a interlock!!! The owner has horrible customer service. Thinks he knows everything. But when you question him he will tell you to leave the shop for a few basic questions. When you love your car as much as I do I want to make sure things are in order and safe. This shop needs an attitude adjustment. read more

Have been doing my smogs here for years great customer service and cheapeast in town! Never disappointed

Advanced Auto has been maintaining my cars for many years. They are always very helpful, and they are skilled first-class mechanics. They just replaced the brakes on my truck. They did a perfect job. I trust them with my life and my family's life. read more

Great Service, the owner was there earlier than the time they are supposed to open and he got started on my vehicle right away, they finished my service within two hours and the price was right. No complains here 100% recommended! read more

Always a great experience! I've been going here for years and they have always been honest with me about my vehicles even if it wasn't what I wanted to hear. read more

10/10 only take my cars here and recommend anyone I know to here, have have several services done and been happy everytime. Dave is honest and spot on with his work read more

Guy named Dave there is extremely rude, seen him criticizing a customer and decided to take my business else were. Wouldn't trust this guy!

Been taking my cars there for years, to have smogged. And have been attended promptly and with courtesy every time I have been there. Tried others before but I found a home there. Very honest and trustworthy. I encourage others to go there. read more

The owner and staff at Advanced Auto & Smog are friendly, honest, reasonably priced, and they go out of their way to satisfy their customers. I won't go anywhere else! read more

I have been a customer for many years. Dave ALWAYS takes care of our cars keeping them on the road. Very very honest. I have gone in requesting something be fixed and he has told me it didn't need it. An adjustment was all that was needed. I trust them with all of my repairs. You won't be disappointed. Give them a try. read more

David communicated issues timely, advised priority, and completed work ahead of schedule. Going back.

Great service, great communication, gave estimates, smog included. These guys are efficient!

Did a bad job on my friend's car. Another automotive shop had to fix their mistakes of not tighting all the bolts and some other things which lead to serious engine damage. read more

They have worked on several of our cars. They do a great job for a good price and kept us informed. Would recommend to anyone.

I went here to get a smog, obviously. They did it super quick and were really affordable. Quality management and workers! Go here got all smogging needs in Visalia! read more

Worst experience I've had at any automotive shop ever, After unknowingly purchasing a Dodge Ram with what they referred to as illegal headers. Before I was aware I brought my vehicle here to get it smogged. And instead of the man at the front desk letting me know it couldn't be smogged kindly. He proceeded to raise his voice at me, be rude to me, and even started cussing at me as I was holding my 1 year old daughter. And to me to "Have a nice day, get out of here". I wouldn't recommend this place to anybody. read more