I recently took my car in to get serviced as well as get a smog certification (which always makes…read moreme hold my breath given the age of the car). If you're looking for an honest, highly skilled mechanic, S & M Automotive is outstanding and checks so many boxes! I come down from Ventura to see "Shady", and his name couldn't be more ironic, because there's nothing shady about him or his work. He's been maintaining my 2005 Lexus SC430 and has saved me a boatload of money on repairs and maintenance over the years. He's respectful, friendly, and clearly takes pride in getting things right. My most recent service made the car run like it did when it was new. The engine is humming smoothly again, something I've honestly NEVER experienced after a repair or routine maintenance anywhere else and I've owned this car since 2007. And while the name S & M Automotive might make some people do a double take (hahaha), the only thing painful here is realizing how unnecessary other repair bills can be once you find a mechanic this good and dependable. If you want honest, skilled automotive service, S & M Automotive is absolutely trustworthy and dependable.

These folks were super helpful! I was 50 miles from home and my car was overheating. Worse yet, the…read moreend of the business day was quickly approaching. Despite that, the folks at S&M took the time to do a quick assessment of my car and advise me what the likely problems were. That really helped me assess my options. I could not be more appreciative and, if I lived in the area, I definitely would give them an opportunity to be my regular mechanic.

Very happy with this business. They fixed my car quickly and efficiently. Didn't make me overpay…read more And didn't try to gouge me for more money for needless repairs. Just fixed exactly what I needed.

These guys are awesome! Don't look anywhere else. They will take great care of you. I brought my…read moretruck in for a little more than minor repair I got out for under $1,000 with a smog test! I highly recommend. I own a mobile mechanic business in another part of the state and wish I had guys like these.

A friend of mine has had their vehicle serviced several times at this business. The owner took the…read morevehicle for a drive to see how it was functioning after completing the job. Well, not only did they take the vehicle for a drive. It was driven to their home in Ventura and parked overnight on their property. It was brought back to the business the following day. Did they think that my friend was not going to find out. That's a liability issue on the Owner of the business. My friend let them know of the disappointment of what they did. They still did not get it. Their rational was that they were testing the vehicle. This will be my last time they will have my friends business. Customers beware of the owners. They are dishonest and lack integrity.

SP really saved me this past weekend. I was out camping and my car died. They were the only one…read moreopen and were willing to take care of me the same day. They weren't trying to sell me anything I didn't need. Instead we troubleshooted the problem and got the right solution. The whole process took maybe an hour and I was back to enjoying my weekend again. Don't know what I would have done without these guys.

We take our cars here for general maintenance services like oil changes. We also have brought in…read moreour cars to help diagnose an issue. They are always nice, help us with the problem and charge reasonably. We appreciate that they are able to keep our older cars going. All issues are usually resolved pretty quickly.

Good people. Did exactly as promised, hit the estimate on the penny…read more I'll take our cars there again as needed

There honesty and service have been the best in my 73 years of young life …read more I have my vehicle in there right now . My other vehicle was there last week . David Collins

Had 1 special request for my ver special ride. 100% custom Vette's brake lights could not be…read moreclearly seen in day. I asked to have red light on license plate be wired to brakes. 1 hour later all done and meets safety concerns

So far, two needs met as expected for my vehicle at a very reasonable price! It is CASH ONLY so be…read moreaware, overall great shop and would recommend great customer service as well!

Word-of-mouth via our friends: energetic and helpful, good communicator, Mr. Chavez met me to move…read morea vehicle for repair. I liked his immediacy as he carefully , politely explained he got this as he planned access into a tight space. He was right, and had to take time and use math to maneuver his Silverado modified trailer into our tight parking. He even took my picture with with my cherished car! I couldn't have had a better experience.

Outstanding service with a helpful attitude. He is the only car tow service I trust with my rideread more

I am so grateful to this company for helping us to get the cars to the new property with very…read morelittle notice and in the nick of time for us to show our house. Chavez was professional, kind, and very skilled at his work. He communicated through the job about the status and I felt so at ease to know that everything worked out. A huge thank you!!!!

Quick response. Very knowledgeable. Very nice person. And great price. He mentioned he can do…read morepretty much everything and he comes to the costomer.

Nice guy. I look forward to seeing him again to help with our suburban next!…read more Honest communication is clear great customer service.

Recently took my truck to Tarango's Diesel Repair due to a failed glow plug circuit. They repaired…read morethe problem quickly and noticed the turbo had come loose from the backing plate. They repaired it and the improvement in performance was significant. I appreciate their knowledge and attention to detail. I thought it was running fine before but the difference in performance was amazing. It's like a new truck again! Tarango's is the only place I will take my truck. It's worth the 50 minute drive for me to get it fixed right the first time by experts who show compassion for their work.

Took my diesel GMC truck in for sum repairs and oil change. They did a great job. Truck runs…read morebeautiful.

I've had Manny do two repairs on my car this year…read more First repair: front shocks. Estimate #1: $375 Estimate #2: $425 Manny: $200 Need I say more? Second repair: heating element started leaking coolant. Estimate #1: $750 (5.5 hrs labor) Estimate #2: $600 (5 hrs labor) Manny: $300 (4 hrs) The guy did it in 3 hours. I know because I waited. No leaks yet. Now how many repair shops consistently come in at half of what others charge? Plus, Manny's is open late during the week and on Saturdays.

Priced 4 shocks for 07 Toyota…read more Dealer: 1,025.00 Independent mechanic: 980.00 Manny's auto repair(santa paula) 500.00 (monroe shocks) You can hang at the restaurant corner of 10th/main or walk main street SP., CA oil museum is pretty nice on Main Street and the library on 8th has a great Native-American mural. Vinces coffee shop on main is also nice.