I got P0302 code and I change all my spark plugs. It went good after 40 miles it happen again with multiple codes of misfires. So I took it to this shop the owner is Tom. Problem solved and VSC off also gone and TPMS also solved. He patched also my windshield washer reservior. read more

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Tam is great - good work, and provides a great value as they do not try to upsell you unnecessary services.

Recently I took my car to a car repair shop in 9555 Black Mountain Rd Advantage Auto Tech as my car stopped accelerating near that area. I asked the service person named Mohammad Abdul to check the issue and he told me to leave the car there and next day he called me and informed the CVT transmission is not working. I asked him whether it is under warranty or not, but he said it is not. After that he told me he will find another used one and replace it for cost of $1500. I told him to hold on and researched around. Next day I called the Honda dealer and get to know it is under power train warranty. Then I called the service person and asked him I want to tow my car from his garage. He told me he has already opened my car engine. I argued with him why he did so without my permission, but he kept on arguing and threatening me if I don't give him $500 he will not put it back. Then next day I went to his garage and told him I will pay him only the inspection fee and he should put back everything as it is. But he is still arguing and not putting things together. Today morning I paid him 200$ just to tow away my car by my insurance after lots of argument and took it to the Honda dealership. They diagnosed my car and let me know that the CVT transmission is absolutely fine the only thing the fluid was leaking through the lose cap. They fixed the car in 20 mins and didn't charge me anything as it was under power train warranty. I thought to share with you as I don't want anyone else will be cheated by them again. read more

Tam, the owner, is very knowledgeable and goes out of his way to give top notch customer service. Always a pleasure to deal with.

Awesome service. Honest and no hassle.I had my 2005 BMW tank needed replacement. Tam did some research it will cost me $3000-5000 to replace it. But he said if I towed it to the dealer it's free. So I did. It did not cost me a thing except for the $75 tow truck. I will be your loyal customer. read more

Did fraud to my friend who went in with his honda and Abdul gave false diagnosis that CVT transmission is not working. Upon asking to tow it to a different shop he said that he already opened the engine and created problems. In the end it was taken to honda dealership and they fixed it and it wasn't the CVT transmission read more

Reliable and Honest! And they do good work man had the front brakes done and a transmission fluid flush for $200 out the door for my 2011 Pilot. That's about $150 cheaper than what the dealership quoted me. Tam is the owner and is a good guy, I've been to a lot of car shops were I leave feeling did they do a good job, or did I just get overcharged? But after I came here my brakes were super sticky and I could stop on a dime with no squeaking! Plus my dad goes here too so I know it's a quality spot! Tell Tam Uncle Ed sent you!!! read more

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I brought our 09 Honda CRV here after the A/C stopped working. Tam was quick and thorough. He was able to show me where my A/C lines were leaking with refrigerant dye. He went through my repair options with me, and we opted to replace almost everything with used parts pulled from salvage yard. This saved me probably hundreds if not over a thousand dollars. That was over 2 years ago. I've referred multiple friends here and will continue to do so. Tam is the coolest! read more

My car is three months beyond the warranty and Dodge gave me the runaround. I brought it to Tam Tran at Advantage Auto Tech on a referral from a friend who trusts him. Tam was respectful and had the opportunity to charge me a couple thousand dollars, but instead, $225 resolved everything. I went to him because the power steering went out on my 2017 Dodge Challenger with only a little over 12,000 miles. He could've charged me $1000 or more for the parts and labor in replacing the wire harness to my power steering, or he could have replaced the $1600 rack and pinion plus labor, but instead, he just fixed the problem that was ultimately a manufactures defect. He's earned my trust and that doesn't come easy for me. I recommend Tam for any auto repair. He's knowledgeable, professional, respectful, honest. What more could you ask for? read more

Yesterday, I brought in a 2003 Elantra that had been setting for a couple of years for a full fluid change. Had my rotors resurfaced and breaks replaced while at it, and now the cars feels fresh off the lot. Had a hour long conversation with the owner Tam, and I would confidently recommend his shop to all friends and family. Service with a personal touch, and prices that will beat any dealership. read more

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Tam's is such a helpful and honest person. I drive all the way from East County to get my car fixed at his shop since he is always fair and gets the job done right. read more

Thank you Tams and Crew. You're service has been great. I'll be sure to send the people I know to you for the right fix.

Eventually I had to bring my BMW to replace the turn signals. Muhammad took care of it in no time.. as usual gave me some advice and showed me why I need to replace my front brakes. He also explained what would happen if I delay it (rotor replacement, which meant more money). He gave me all the info and asked me to think about it. Once I called him back and confirmed, he took care of it as well. He is so polite and such a joy to work with. Thank you Muhammad :) read more

I went to get all the fluid change in my 1999 Accord in Nov. 2013. Tam, the owner, did the fluid change jobs. He spent about an hour to do the brake fluid, transmission, steering fluid, and engine oil. He really spent time to drain the fluid. he was not hurrying. He was telling me how he does it to make sure the old fluid is drain properly. He was very polite and honest. I used a coupon to get a discount. I am fully satisfied with the service. Rod read more

Great job on my Ford Explorer. I came from SF and my car broke down in San Diego. They fixed it right away. Honest and awesome job. Thank you for caring the customer from out of town!!! The best is yet to come!!! Coach Rob read more

I had my fuel change at this shop and got my car back next day, my wife drove it on her way home from this shop. She heard splashing noise on the bottom of the car . Bottom engine splash shield partially came off- We brought it back to this Shop and explained the issue. They lifted the car and indeed the Engine Splash shield came loose and we saw oil leaking on the transmission- They insist we ran on something and the flat ring is broken. they will not admit that it's a sloppy technician who just performed fuel changes on the very same day we got the car out of the shop. They replaced engine splash shield but we ended up paying for it. I will not do any more business with this company that's totally dishonest. You don't want to be taken advantage with this Auto shop. read more

My boyfriend and I always come here to get our oil changed. Best guys in the business!!

I happened to hear a couple co-workers talking about this place and decided to take my MR2 Spyder in for a synthetic oil change. My car has been modded with a Moroso oil pan that holds an extra quart - no problem, they filled it at no extra charge. The owner saw a little oil leak that I hadn't noticed and completely clean the underside of my engine to find the source of the leak. It turned out to be something very minor and he offered to take care of it free-of-charge at my next oil change. They spent about 2 hours taking care of my car, changed the oil with synthetic oil (oil came from bottles so you could actually see what kind of oil went in your car), used extra oil, filled up all fluids, air... cost: $35 flat. Oh, the owner also gave me an extra quart of oil in case I need to top up before my next oil change! I'm bringing my car back in to have all 4 brakes replaced, looking forward to seeing the guys again. First positive experience I've had at an auto repair place in many many years!!! read more

I was referred to Tam by my colleague. He did a good job fixing my car. He is honest about the price and the amount of job needed to do the repair. I paid less than half of the price that I would have paid in a dealership. Overall, I was satisfied with the services. read more