I've worked with Mark at AJ Auto Clinic several times now, and every experience has been great. He…read morehas helped me with multiple situations on my cars, including my Alfa Romeo and my Hondas. One thing I really appreciate is how thorough and honest they are. On my Alfa Romeo, there was a defective headlight that needed to be replaced. Technically it was still showing as working, so it would have been easy to just leave it alone, but Mark and the team consistently followed up with me about it, even when I was the one lagging. They've also done some extensive collision work for me. Mark repaired the front end of my Honda and also did fender work on my Alfa Romeo. Both times the cars came back looking seamless and drove exactly the same as before. You really couldn't tell anything had ever happened. Auto repair shops sometimes get a bad reputation for upselling or trying to take advantage of people, but I've never felt that way here. Mark is always professional, responsive, and genuinely helpful. I actually meant to write this review the last time I was here, but it didn't post, so I wanted to make sure I came back and said thank you. I really appreciate the service and care I've received here. If you're looking for a trustworthy auto shop, AJ Auto Clinic is a great place to go.

Excellent service. Working with Mark was very good he was professional and reasonable. Mark…read moreimmediately contacted my insurance carrier. When asked, he checked work that had previously been done by another mechanic (G&C) and found it inadequate. He's honest and fair.

3 months later and still a perfect door alignment repair! Ford Bronco came in with a poorly…read morealigned driver door that let in wind noise in driving along the freeway. It's fully fixed! It's a local / family business and you'll be served kindly. Small note they may not accept car drop off due to vehicle space. We drove from Walnut Creek and had to go back home and drop it off the following day so keep that in mind if you're coming across the Bay Area. I would come back again.

I had my driver side door replaced a few years back by this shop after getting t-boned. So when I…read morefound a replacement door (and hood, which only requires 4 screws to replace since the hinges stay intact) which matched my car's color, I excitedly called them back to see if they could do a swap for me again. I ended up having to call 3 times until I was able to speak with the owner Vahe (sp? ; I'm not sure if he's related to Raj, the previous owner apparently) who refused to give me an estimate over the phone and said he had to 'plug it into my estimate software.' After some additional quibbling, he finally told me that it would probably cost around $600-700 dollars. This amount of money for a simple door and hood swap is ridiculous! It's something I could do on my own time but I just don't live in a place that allows for mechanic work (apartment complex) or access to all the tools. I recall Raj was way nicer and professional about it rather than trying to sound like a used car salesman and sleaze their way into bringing my car to the shop (I would have to ask a friend to bring the spare parts to be swapped since they don't fit in my car, at which point would be difficult to decline the job). Really, really disappointed and I don't think I can recommend this place again. *Update* Very interesting that the owner chose to respond so quickly upon my updated review. Their claim was factually false, as reasons to bring in my car were never discussed over the phone and he repeatedly just stated that he would be plugging in and quoting me whatever his estimate software produced. In fact, they have a button where you can request an estimate right on their Yelp page which makes it even more unbelievable. Would re-iterate to avoid this place like the plague since the new owners obviously did not carryover the honest work from the previous ones.

Great job and quick , great customer service !!!!! I recommend this place and they have good and…read morereliable price

10/10 for the quality of the paint job - the part looks original and the price was fair.read more

I've had cause to visit these guys twice in the past few months. In both cases, thankfully, the…read morerepairs were relatively minor. Everyone at the shop was easy to work with. They were attentive, friendly, and communicated clearly about timing, budget, process, everything. No surprises, which I personally really appreciate. I wouldn't hesitate to bring my car her in the future (though hoping it will be a while before I need to return, please).

One of my cars was recently involved in a hit and run, so I was in need of collision repair…read moreservices. I used Automotive Collision Repair several years ago for another vehicle and appreciated their service and quality of work, so I decided to try them again. I called their shop after the incident and they quickly arranged for my vehicle to be towed to their shop (it was not drivable). The tow service was great, being both efficient and timely. Jimmy, one of the managers, arranged for me to obtain a rental car and even dropped me off at the rental facility. After dropping off my car, shop staff kept me periodically updated on the status of the repairs. One key part was apparently in recall status and not available through the dealer. The repairs could not be finalized without this part, potentially causing issues with my rental car availability if not resolved. Understanding the potential problem, the managers of the shop worked to resolve the issue quickly to my satisfaction, explains to me in detail the options available. Shortly thereafter my car was ready for pickup. The managers arranged for my rental car to be picked up from the shop (saving me a bunch of time), and Josh in the front office ensures my vehicle pickup went smoothly. I simply can't ask for more in a body shop.

They took care of me when some fool merged into my lane on top me and thrashed my front quarter…read morepanel. Husteads takes care of everything they make it so easy--they dialed me in with a morning appointment, contacted the rental care co to come get me, and went above and beyond making sure everything that was damaged was properly repaired and covered by the insurance claim. It did take a bit of time, but that was due to parts not being available and no fault of husteads. Oh and my car looks better after than it did before the accident :)

I was read ended at a red light by a driver who "dropped something and looked away for just a…read moresecond". What looked like just a mangled bumper turned out to be much more than that. The first body shop I went to - recommended by her (the driver who hit me) insurance wanted to total my car. No, thank you very much. I found Husteads and decided to see what they thought. Sam was my estimator and after crawling around under my car (she got right down on the ground in the parking lot!) she said it was repairable, that they would be able to do the work and it would be covered by the other drivers insurance. Hallelujah! I dropped my car off a week later. Sam kept me updated throughout the process and on Friday of that same week the repair was complete and I was able to be reunited with my car. Cannot thank Sam and Husteads enough for their professionalism and the repair work they did. Here's hoping I don't need more repair work in the future but if I do I know where I'll be going.

Always professional and fair! We have been bringing cars here for twenty years. We can trust them…read moreto do what is right.

I can't think of a shop I would rather take my car to. They do a thorough assessment of all of the…read moreissues and clearly relay what work is essential. Everyone at the shop is incredibly competent and reliable and I appreciate their honesty, quality, and pricing.

The coolant expansion tank on my E46 -- and if you know, you know: the E46 is arguably the best…read more3-series BMW ever made, the last one built before the brand decided that every car needed to look like it was designed by an angry PlayStation -- exploded in the parking lot of the Oakland Whole Foods. Not overheated. Not leaked. Exploded, in the way that E46 cooling systems eventually do, because BMW in its infinite German wisdom decided to make critical cooling components out of plastic that becomes brittle after fifteen years and then shatters without warning while you're deciding between organic and conventional blueberries and wondering why "baby" bok choy here were the size of my fist. AAA towed it. The dispatcher pulled up the list of nearby shops and Wise Auto Tech had the best ratings and could look at it that day, which on a Friday afternoon in the Bay Area is the mechanical equivalent of getting a same-day dermatologist appointment. It also happened to be blocks from my Berkeley pied-à-terre, which felt like the universe apologizing for the parking lot coolant geyser. Not much to say beyond the basics, and in a shop review the basics are everything: they were friendly from the moment I walked in. They finished the job the next business day. The bill came in at the low end of what I'd been quoted online by other shops, which in 2026 -- a year in which every dollar has been asked to do the work of about a dollar forty -- matters more than it should. I felt slightly guilty asking about the 10% AAA labor discount, the way you always feel slightly guilty asking for a discount from people who are clearly already being fair, but they didn't bat an eye. Here's the detail that stuck with me: when I picked the car up, I noticed they'd plugged in a loose fog light wire -- something that had come undone during an ill-advised encounter with a parking block weeks earlier, something I hadn't mentioned, something that had nothing to do with the cooling system. They saw a loose wire and they plugged it in. That's the kind of thing that tells you more about a shop than any Yelp rating ever could. It means someone under that hood was actually looking, not just fixing the thing they were paid to fix and closing the hood and moving on. Quick, friendly, honest, reasonably priced, and fastidious. That's the whole list of things you want from a mechanic, and most shops manage two or three of them on a good day. Wise hit all five. Recommended.

I can't believe I haven't yet reviewed Wise Auto Tech. I've been taking my car to Wais, owner of…read moreWise Auto Tech, for about 15 years now. My car is 25 years old, and still running like a champ, thanks to the expertise and quality work consistently performed by Wais and his team. Wais and his team are knowledgeable and well-versed in all things automotive, honest, and their pricing is fair. You don't have to worry about being ripped off here or sold on things you don't need. My partner and my partner's neighbor have also been loyal customers of Wais for years. I spoke with another customer while waiting one time who has been a customer for nearly 30 years. Wais has a loyal following, and for good reason. On top of being a great mechanic, Wais is also a genuinely nice, stand-up guy, and always pleasant to talk with. My car is my baby, and I wouldn't trust it to just anyone. I am confident entrusting it to Wais and his team, and recommend them for all your automotive needs.

Ali and Charlene took great care of me again! Problem with my daughter's Subaru Crosstrek was very…read moremysterious. Ali tested the car thoroughly and was able to take care of the problem. Fast, friendly, and professional. You can trust this business implicitly!

It almost feels unfair to give Montclair Auto Tech only five stars, because they've earned so much…read moremore. My family has been coming here for over 20 years, and in all that time, we've never trusted anyone else with our cars or our peace of mind. I still remember being stranded in Southern California because my Volvo XC70 broke down. I called the local dealership and got a quote that I wasn't sure about. I reached out to Ali, and his depth of knowledge was staggering. He confirmed the pricing and was even able to accurately break down the labor and parts costs. He also gave me a few questions to ask just to be safe. That kind of reassurance, from hundreds of miles away, was priceless. Now that I drive a Lexus, Montclair Auto Tech is still the only place I'll take it for service or repairs. Their honesty, skill, and consistency are unmatched. I'm deeply grateful for this shop. They have my highest recommendation.