Continental Motors and Rich have taken care of all of my cars for 35 years. They are honest, high quality, high value, and can often repair instead of replace (less cost) like many dealers and other shops do. I highly recommend this shop. Tom read more

I have been bringing every car I have owned to Continental Motors , the owner Rich will always tell you exactly what you need and never tack on any extra work that you don't need done. He is honest and has integrity and as a woman going to a mechanic you want to know that you are going to an honest one. read more

We have taken all of our cars to Rich for years and years and don't plan on ever taking our business elsewhere. It's so rare to find an honest mechanic that doesn't price gauge. There have been times when dealership mechanics have run for diagnostic tests on a car and given us a huge list of things that need work. Rich will look at that list and tell you what is true and what is just upselling. There have been times when he's given us services for free or for much less than what it's worth because he feels it's the right thing to do. Rich does a great job, too. Whether it's big things or small things, the cars come back working great. Long story short: I would trust him with my grandma's business, he's so honest and decent. read more

Tough to find a good mechanic. My dad once said, "it's harder to find a good mechanic than it is a good doctor." Especially, these days it is hard to find one who won't rip you off. Rich did great work, understood my budget and need for keeping things inexpensive and he was really fast. I've been back a couple times since my first and my experiences have been consistently good. read more

The best mechanic I have ever used. Took care of my Alfa and I trust his opinion. Fast and reasonably priced.

Great mechanic. Great guy. Although he has an extensive knowledge of cars, he doesn't make you feel dumb, he's not trying to take advantage of your money, and he goes over and above to be of service. read more

Rich and Sal have taken care of my cars (2007 BMW 650i & 2011 Maserati QP S) since they went off warranty and I would not take them anywhere else. Last week I had a buddy in town and we were going to play golf, when I went to start the Maserati, the battery had died. I called Rich and he said leave the key in the car, garage unlocked, go play golf and he would take care of it. We put the clubs in the BMW and left. When we got home the Maserati had a new battery. Rich came to the house and took care of me for 30% less that it would have cost if I had taken it to the dealer. Both car are in excellent mechanical shape (BMW has 142K miles) thanks to Rich and Sal. You could not find better, more reasonably priced, trustworthy, foreign car mechanics. read more

Continental Motors is the only shop I will take my business to as a female in need of car repair! Rich has worked not only on my 325I BMW, but my Town and Country Mini Van and Cadillac De Ville and various other cars through the years. He has diagnosed the problem each time and had it fixed and running perfectly in record time. I can count on Continental Motors to be honest and fair and know that I will not have any added expenses because of being a female! I will keep taking my cars there for any repairs that come up in the future and recommend them to anyone in need of excellent auto repair! read more

An honest and skilled mechanic. I brought Rich my 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 GTV with little knowledge of what it needed to get running right shortly after I bought it. He taught me a ton about the car and after a few visits has t running like new. Often he would make small fixes free of charge. He also answered questions over email which was a huge help. Can't recommend this shop highly enough! read more

My Alfa Romeo has seen the guys at Continental for a new top, an engine rebuild and a couple other issues. I couldn't be happier with their work and their commitment to excellence. They're very professional and I'm a very satisfied customer even if it hurts the pocket book on occasion... read more

Rich and Sal are the best! They have cared for both my 1967 Alfa Romeo Duetto and my 1985 Ferrari 308 GTS qv. Rich certainly knows his cars, is very fair and professional and is also the business end of Continental Motors. And Sal is one gifted, exacting, mechanic/technician. I like taking my cars to Continental because the pricing has been fair and honest and their work is excellent. They fix it right the first time. I feel confident that my car is ready to roll after they have spent time on it. Lastly, in the past, it was really difficult for me to find a car shop in the Silicon Valley that i felt good about. A friend recommended Continental some years ago and I have been going there ever since and will continue to take my business to them.. read more

Rich is awesome ,honest, personable and of great character. He worked on my 86 Alfa Romeo Spider after it had not run for a couple of years. I originally had taken it to another mechanic Natale's Auto Repair in San Jose and he charged me a huge amount and it did not even run correctly. Natale the mechanic kept finding things wrong with my car and then wanted me to sell him my Alfa for $$ minus the work he already done or not done after a couple of days in his shop. Needless to say I towed it out of there and found CONTINENTAL MOTORS. Rich had it fixed within half a day. He helped me pass smog check and find a detailer so it looked brand new. It runs great. I have returned serveral times to Rich to look at my other car. I highly recommend without hesitation his business and services. If you want to be a satisfied customer, and want someone with professionalism and experience in diagnosing your vintage/non vintage car HE is your man. Against doctors advise, It amazes me that he continues to work long hours with his boot splint and crutches. He should have been resting , icing and elevating that foot. Such good work ethic. Ladies, I trust Rich in that he would not take advantage and add unnecessary repairs or costs. If you want an experienced and knowlegeable mechanic in Alfa Romeos, Go to CONTINENTAL MOTORS. read more

I've been taking all our family cars to Continental Motors for over 10 years. I was a car guy in my younger years and now have limited time or resources for repairs or maintenance. Rich is always fair, trustworthy, and knowledgeable. None of the cars he has worked on have had breakdowns and when it came to buying a used car, his inspection led to a trouble-free purchase over the last 2+ years & 40k miles. I cannot recommend him enough. read more

Rich is a real pro who does great work at a very fair price, is a nice guy to deal with, and absolutely a mechanic/shop you can trust.

Continental Motors is fair, honest and their work is complete and high quality. Rich and his guys are as nice as they come and a pleasure to work with. I will always take my Alfa Berlina to Continental. read more

I've been bringing my 1981 Fiat Spider 2000 to Rich now since approx. 2003 after trying 2 other Italian classic car shops. One shop tried to get me to sell him my car claiming saying it had an unsolvable over- heating problem, another was arrogant and very expensive charging Ferrari prices Rich knows Italian cars, specially Fiats , inside out. Along with his mechanic Sal, I get excellent service, the car is always ready when promised, and this is because Rich goes the extra mile. There is no drama- if you own an Italian car, you may know what I mean For example, he had made a round-trip run to Redwood City once to get a used steering rack for me and have it done on time. he didnt even tell me this, I found out afterward. Another time, I was convinced my brake pedal was spongy- Sal checked it out on the spot- no charge. Rich has rebuilt my front suspension , steering rack and brakes. Adjusted ill fitting doors, installed an interior light ( that I just could'nt get to fit ) etc, etc. The list goes on and on. Recently I screwed something up, instead of making me feel bad- Rich's response was - "Well, it could have been worse- don't worry- we'll fix it " Bottom line, I drop my car off and don't question any proposed work or any estimate - seems naive, but its because I trust Rich and his shop. You wont be disappointed, and will save yourself a lot of aggravation and expense in the long run. Bring your car here- specially if you have an Italian classic read more

I have been taking my vehicles to Rich for 39 years. That is right, 39 years. I will take them to no one else. He is technically very experienced and competent, finds ways to save you money, and has the highest integrity you can find. He has saved many of my friends money by not letting them be taken down the road by other shops incompetence or unnecessary repairs and upsells. He will repair instead of replace where he can. Don't even think about going anywhere else. If you are not nearby, make the trip anyway, and save yourself a lot of grief, money, and peace of mind knowing it was done right and at a good value. Tom Wilson read more

Rich has been fixing my cars for over 25 years and doing repairs on my kids' cars since they have been driving. He and Sal are very knowledgeable and always get the job done in a timely and cost effective manner. Courteous, paying attention to details and making sure I am happy with the job are always a part of the service from Continental. I would highly recommend this shop for all your car repair needs. read more

We've been taking all our family cars to Rich for years. We are so glad that we know a mechanic who is competent and trustworthy. He has always tried to accommodate us from last minute oil changes to major repairs. And we feel comfortable, knowing that he isn't trying to price gauge. He is a rare find. We've recently moved a little further, but will probably make still make the trek to get his honest opinion and assistance. We highly recommend Rich. read more

One of the most ethical places I have encountered when it comes to car repair. A family member recommended me here and I am glad I took the advice. read more

I have been going to Continental Motors since it first opened. I actually have known the owner Rich Oliver longer then my husband of 35 years. When I was a single women I found comfort in bringing my cars to Rich because he was always on the up and up. When you are a single woman trying to take care of your vehicle sometimes it's hard to find a honest and caring auto shop. I have never had to bring my car in a second time since it gets fixed the first time around. read more

Rich and his staff have been servicing my car for several years. He always does good work, and backs up what he does. I'm always made to feel like my vehicle is their #1 priority. These folks know their craft and can be trusted to give you a fair deal. read more

Continental Motors really did a great job. It all started with a AC/Heater dial that was not operating correctly. I mean it just would not go on...and then 10 minutes later the fan would work. I thought about using the local Dodge dealer but made a call and they would have to order parts and could not answer all my questions except to look at the vehicle would start at $145 and would be part of the final cost. I did not feel comfortable with that. Though in fairness to the dealership I did not know all that was wrong. But Boy was I going to find out. This truck became an ordeal So the next thing was to find an auto repair tech to work on the side. So I went to the nearest dealer and found a tech going to his car after work. He did not want to work on the vehicle but suggested a garage nearby called Continental Motors. I called around and got different hourly rates. I finally went to Continental Motors. I am not sure why I chose this service repair company. I am glad I did. It was just a gut feeling. It took a great deal of experience and expertise to repair the Dodge Ram 1500 Mega Cab. The truck had 75k miles and is a 2008. What went wrong should have happened to a much older vehicle. I am disappointed in Dodge quality. Rich, took the time to call me and let me know the problem was bigger than just replacing a fan or fan motor. He was willing to put back the parts and charge me for labor only. I decided to let him do the repair since the dealership would have to order the parts from Dodge anyway. I am really impressed with Rich and Sal. Their craftsmanship is solid. And one of the things to note is they are pretty humble people. The repair took a while (Dodge sent the wrong parts) so they got me a deal with Enterprise Rentals nearby. If you are looking for talent, honesty, and good old American service this is the garage for you. Your in for a treat because the owner is the service writer, tech, valet all in one person. This transaction took me back to a time and place when I was a boy and my Father would go to see our Family Mechanic. The garage even has pet squirrels. I am grateful to have met Sal and Rich. read more

About 1.5 years ago Rich at Continental Motors was of great help to get my 77 Alfa Spider pass the SMOG. When the car was running a little rough this month, I therefore did not hesitate to return to Continental Motors. Again, Rich did a superb job. You get a clean no-nonsense estimate and there are no surprises ... well, and the car after the tune up sounds beautiful, better than ever. Highly recommended for Alfa Owners. Probably the best in the Bay Area. read more