We were on a road trip to Santa Barbara and our check engine light went on while on the freeway,…read morewhole car shaking. We pulled off and Tom's Auto Service was the closet shop to pull in. For us, it was a stressful situation as we were traveling with a difficult toddler. They came out and got us in and diagnosed in less than an hour. They recommended a great coffee shop where we could wait, and one of the guys worked through his lunch to get us back on the road. All the guys were kind, honest, and the work was fairly price and completed in less than three hours. Highly recommend them whether you are local or passing through and a problem arises unexpectedly. We are incredibly thankful to them and for such a great experience.

I had some work need to be done on my truck and Toms was very professional and cheaper than Ford…read moredealership. Very friendly and knowledgeable and even did some upgrades for me for nothing. I appreciate them a great deal!

The technician accurately diagnosed the issue and proposed an effective solution…read more I highly recommend this establishment for its excellent and professional service.

I needed new tires and brakes checked. The manager called me to let me know my tires were in. They…read moredid a fast tire replacement, took care of my breaks and didn't over charge me.

Excellent service and an honest quality work! I come from Santa Maria to Four Star Village Auto…read moreService because I like them so much. I have come into Four Star Village thinking I had a ton of work needed on my truck. They have been very helpful and honest which ended up saving me a lot of money.

It is rare to find a good place you can trust for automobile care and maintenance. Consistent…read moreexcellence in service, know-how, and ethical business practices is quite scarce. The value, honesty, and pride found at 4-Star Village Auto is exemplary. I remain impressed by the wide-ranging expertise here. For simple smog checks, oil and lube services to solving issues with all kinds of vehicles, I give them an A+. And if my car must stay in the shop while awaiting parts, they even give me a loaner to use in the interim. Thank you all!

Had the best mechanic experience with D&C Mechanics. David was cool, friendly, professional, and…read morewicked smart. He almost immediately figured out what was wrong with my truck, got it fixed, diagnosed my AC issues too. Great value and fair pricing too. I cannot recommend them enough!!

Michael came within an hour, diagnosed the problem and promised to come back the next day to fix…read morethe issue. After overcoming a problem he got it fixed, had the right part and equipment to do so and confirmed the repair with a computer connection to the engine that confirmed that everything was repaired. I would certainly use and recommend D&C Mechanics again.

Literally had the best experience with Scott and his team at Arroyo Grande Auto Body. From start to…read morefinish, they went above and beyond to make the entire process smooth, stress-free, and seamless. Not only was their communication clear and consistent, but the quality of their work exceeded my expectations. My car looks absolutely flawless--like nothing ever happened. They even did the best detail job after the service that my car had ever had. You can tell they take a lot of pride in what they do, and it shows in every detail. Scott and his team were professional, honest, and genuinely cared about making sure I was happy with the results. It's not always easy to find a shop you can fully trust, but this is definitely one of them. I highly HIGHLY recommend Arroyo Grande Auto-body to anyone looking for top-tier service and the absolute best results! Thank you again for taking such great care of me and my car!!

First time at this auto body shop. Will definitely be returning in the future if needed. Amazing…read moreservice from Scott and his team!

Great for routine service. "A" knows his stuff. He is…read morevigilant when he checks your car. "A" is friendly. He treats you like a client, not another quick buck. "A" is helpful. He lets you know what you need to know to keep your car in tip-top shape.

I am very enthusiastic about recommending Abraham. He helped us understand what was being repaired…read moreand took time to give us options for repairing everything or getting it done in stages because money is tight. Nice honest mechanic and got the repairs done right.

Everyone is always SO nice when I come…read more I always get my oil changed here. I don't know a thing about cars and they're always very informative and patient with me (haha thanks!). - but also the other day had this weird thing happen to my car, I drove it to them and they were able to help me with it no problem (and no charge) AND they explained what I needed and how to fix it. Totally appreciated and thanks so much!

Kiari helped me and was very kind- service requested for my brakes was finished in under the time…read moreestimated, super fast! Excellent value and service here every time I come in! Thank you so much!

The service requested was within a reasonable amount of time. Quality work at a decent value. Staff…read moreis friendly and helpful. We will Continue to take our vehicles to them for all maintenance needs.

Best auto shop in town! Joe and his team are extremely knowledgeable and they are honest. 10/10…read morerecommend

The whole team is very accommodating at Big Brand. They worked with me for the past week because I…read morehad a nail in the sidewall of my tire... they saw me daily as I was trying to maintain the tire pressure. And , they did a special order because my tire is is no longer being manufactured. And it's larger than your typical 18 inch wheel. GREAT JOB !!!!

I will never return to Big Brand Tire, and I strongly recommend taking your vehicle somewhere else…read more I made a 9:00 a.m. appointment the day before and was already sitting outside on the curb when the employee who ultimately handled my vehicle arrived. For management's reference specificly, he was not wearing anything that identified him as an employee. His appearance was not the issue. His attitude and the way he handled my appointment were the issue. Between this description, the appointment time, and my service records, management will know exactly who I am referring to. There was no professional introduction, and the interaction felt disrespectful and unprofessional from the beginning. He seemed embarrassed that I was there waiting before he arrived, and it felt like his ego took over from that point forward. When he pulled up my appointment, nearly everything written in the notes was incorrect. By the end of the visit, he presented me with an estimate for more than $800 in supposed repairs. The amount seemed outrageous, and the entire situation made me feel like I was being taken advantage of. I declined the work, asked for my keys back, and paid more than $100 for the oil change they had already completed. I immediately drove across the street to SM Tire and asked them to inspect everything Big Brand Tire claimed was wrong. They checked my vehicle and after a multipoint inspection everything was fine. They rotated my tires, treated me with respect, and handled me like a valued customer. The difference between these two businesses was unbelievable. I left Big Brand Tire feeling frustrated, disrespected, and pressured into repairs I did not need. I left SM Tire feeling respected and confident that I had received an honest assessment. SM Tire was quick, responsible, honest, and reliable. They have earned my trust and all of my future business. Save yourself the frustration, wasted time, and questionable repair estimates. Skip Big Brand Tire and go somewhere that respects its customers and earns their trust.

I chose this shop because they were a AAA-approved facility. I trusted that AAA approval meant I…read morewould be dealing with a reputable business that would be honest and transparent. Unfortunately, my experience was the complete opposite. Before my vehicle was ever brought to the shop, I clearly explained that my battery had been dead for a couple of weeks. This was not a surprise and was documented on my paperwork. I was upfront from the very beginning about the condition of my vehicle. After they received my car, I was told that because the vehicle was "dead on arrival," they could not perform diagnostics without installing a new battery first. The problem is that I was still charged a diagnostic fee even though no actual diagnostic testing could be completed. Elizabeth let her mechanic bully me by saying, "your not taking your car off my lot without paying for diagnostics" mind u no official paperwork or machine was hooked up for this "diagnostic".I was essentially told that determining that the vehicle needed a battery counted as a diagnostic. If I had been told beforehand, "Because your battery has been dead, you will still be charged a diagnostic fee even if we cannot complete testing," I could have made an informed decision. That information was not clearly communicated before I was charged. I even asked if AAA could install a battery so the vehicle could be properly tested(since it was hella cheaper), and I was specifically told, "Not on my lot your not. Instead, I was pushed toward purchasing a battery through the shop, which I felt was significantly overpriced. What made this even more frustrating is that after paying for the battery and the diagnostic charge, my vehicle later went back into limp mode again in about 2 days. The entire reason I brought my vehicle in was to figure out what was wrong, and after spending money on a battery and diagnostics, I was still dealing with the original issue. At that point, I felt like the service I paid for did not actually solve the problem. I contacted AAA because I felt the situation was not acceptable. AAA initially instructed me to try resolving it directly with the shop. I did, but the resolution they offered was another diagnostic...lol yeah right. I went back to aaa and the shop wanted to only refund the diagnostic fee while refusing to include my AAA discount. I was told I would not receive the $50 AAA discount back. I felt this was unfair, especially given the circumstances. I continued to push the issue because I did not feel the resolution addressed the full situation. After further involvement from AAA, the shop agreed to include the AAA discount in the refund because they had no choice. Even the refund process became unnecessarily stressful. I was told the check would be mailed, but then I was informed there was an issue with my address. The address information had been entered incorrectly on the shops end, with the numbers switched around, and I was told I had to pick up the check in person instead. After everything that had happened, I did not feel comfortable going alone and brought my dad with me. Elizabeth didn't even look me in the face handed her mechanic the letter of refund and just felt so angry and unwelcoming. The communication during the refund process felt unprofessional and hostile, which added even more stress to an already frustrating situation. I am sharing this because I do not want another customer to go through the same experience. Which i see in the reviews no that they did the same thing to another person and tried to charge 500 for a battery. I was honest and transparent from the beginning about my vehicle's condition. My expectation was simple: clear communication, fair pricing, and honest service. Unfortunately, that was not what I experienced at all. I chose this shop because of the AAA approval, but after my experience i realized that that doesnt mean ANYTHING, I would strongly encourage others to ask detailed questions about what they are actually being charged for before authorizing any work or else they will threaten to keep your car.

Honest, professional service at reasonable prices. I feel I am getting the right services needed…read morenot sold extras.