Had to smog one of our cars today. As annoying as it is to have to deal with getting a car smogged, Chau makes it easy. Called this morning and was in and out quickly, in fact he was done before I came back from a short walk. Super easy and friendly. They also do VIN Verification and Safety Inspections. read more

Dees Auto Repair - Look for the sign... - Auto Repair Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Amazing place to go if your looking for a good price recommended if you're looking for somewhere to go guys experience and fast kind and very passionate guy when it comes to his work read more

Dees Auto Repair - Auto Repair Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Fast service for a California Smog Check. I was referred by Coast Auto Service and the test was done in under 30 minutes.

Honest and reliable. They now do diesel smog check and safety check. I have been taking my cars to Dee's for approximately 15 years. read more

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I first called in because I needed to get my brakes done. I noticed the owner Chau is really responsive over the phone and wanted to address all concerns as quickly and completely as possible. I was able to schedule an appointment the same week. Meeting Chau, I noticed he has a "in a hurry to serve" attitude. He is constantly able to juggle running the shop, repairing cars, answering the phone and greeting and chatting with customers surprisingly well. After receiving my car back and driving it for the past couple months I can tell he did a great job with my brakes. Chau is super reliable and an honest mechanic I definitely recommend him. * I do recommend finding a coffee shop down the street to get a ride over to or getting picked up since the waiting room is not really set up to be a the most comfortable area. read more

I took my truck to D for a steering rack almost 2 months ago. This would have been the 4th time I had to bring the truck back for half hearted work and janky parts. I was without my truck for weeks on multiple separate occasions. He finally just told me get it fixed elsewhere and that he would pay me back for the "work" he did. I honestly think he just doesn't know what he's doing. Never mind the fact he essentially left me without a truck for a month and never apologized once. For safety concerns and sake of time... PLEASE GO ANYWHERE ELSE! read more

just took my Ford F150 pick up truck for Diagnostic and repair. D did an excellent job of quickly diagnosing the problem and more importantly quickly repairing it. He is very knowledgeable efficient in his time and excellent customer service. The problem I had with my Ford is it was cranking so the battery was good the starter was good but it would not crank over and start. The diagnosis was quick and it was a burned out fuse and fuse socket. Quickly replace the fuse socket rewired it and had it fixed at the exact time he said he would do it. I will take my car and truck there as needed for repairs and even normal maintenance. read more

I have been coming to this mechanic shop for years. Always good service, honest and able to repair and maintain any car. If you need a reliable auto shop for all your car needs, this is the place I chose for me and my family. read more

Did NOT have a good experience here. Most shops will try to upsell you but this place takes it to a whole new level. Worst part is when I got my car back the interior smelled of urine and human excrement. Will NOT be coming back here. read more

Definitely our go to mechanic since being in the area. He breaks things down so we can understand and always is very responsive. He doesn't do more than you ask but will give you options. read more

I have to say it's probably the most dishonest car shop ever. Brought my car for diagnostic after rebuilding the engine because car was sometimes overheating while being stopped. I was told my head gasket is blown which is not true at all. I brought my car to bunch of other car shops for more diagnostic (luckily those were free of cost) and none of them diagnosed head gasket. The cause of overheating was unplugged radiator fan. Be careful guys with scammers. I immediately got a 2500$ quote from this guy and most likely fake test results. read more

Honest reliable and knowledgeable technician, Dee thank you so much for your business. I have been your customer 10 years ago. Back in the days when I had an old Chrysler PT cruiser Dee was doing his best on repairs. Then I got a brand new Toyota and suddenly the light bulb was out so I have returned and literally paid $40 for the light bulb and labor while the Toyota station quoted me $120 for the same thing. read more

Chau is the best! He has always on the move and get stuff done, no time to chat. He is that rare find of a mechanic that knows cars and doesn't rip you off. His prices are good and he fixing things in a reasonable amount of time. I can't imagine us taking our Toyotas anywhere else. A mechanic you can trust? = Pure gold! read more

First visit being refered by the Costo auto insurance affiliated auto shop near me. Owner Chau seems to be good! Fast action, reasonable price, friendly, looking forward to visit more from now on. read more

Great place. Came to get tire fixed and did it with the quickness. I had previously gone to just tires and they were trying to make me buy a new tire. But over here with Dee he just pached it up and sent me on my way. If I was from around here I would be bringing my ride over for everything but I don't live nowhere near this area. I recommend this place. read more

I used to go for couple places to repair problem with squeaking sound and my engine belt used to broke twice. Other services told me different stories. For example one told me that it's because my alternator, other told me that this is my pulley and that car is old so just stay with this problem or buy a new car. And only dee's guys told me truth, and help me to fix my problem so my belt will not be broken again and I don't hear any more squeaking nose. I like how this guy do his job, I like he doesn't try rip me. And price is fear. Plus he given me good advices and if I'm asking him he don't afraid to show me how to do some things for car. read more

I found this shop on accident, but have made it my go to. Dee the owner is cool guy that is always working. I have to come here often for IID and he gets it recalibrated quickly without any issues. I know if I need a smog or anything else I know where I'm going. Thanks Dee! read more

Awesome service and affordable prices. We own an old Chrysler, it demands some repairs from time to time. And the mechanic (Chaos is his name) he even shows photos of the broken or old detail and explains what needs to be done and how urgent it is to. Some reparations are not that urgent and that saves money. read more

Thank you so much to Dee's auto repair. I was suppose to help pick up my best friends car on Saturday (Labor Day weekend) by 1pm. I got stuck at work and totally forgot until 12:55. :( I called and they said they will stay back to wait for me. Such amazing service! read more

Dees Auto repair is an excellent auto repair shop. Chau is honest and hardworking .Chau has been servicing our maintenance issues for years,including a variety car models and repair issues from smog checks, brakes ,tire repair and transmission servicing. I find their prices reasonable. read more

I recently had a bad experience dealing with this business and owner. I would highly recommend not engaging in business with this mechanic shop and owner. I had arrived at the shop at 10 am with a communicated time to pick my car up at noon. At noon I made my initial contact, I had called for 2 hours and not gotten through. Every time I called it went to voicemail and I left three voicemails with no return call. It was also during the work day so the lack of communication and planning was getting on my nerves. I finally had a friend call with a different number thinking he was screening my calls and on the first ring the owner answered. He said my car was ready and I said I would be there in 10 minutes. When I arrived he was nowhere to be found. I waited an additional 15 minutes and then noticed my car was sitting in the parking lot with the top down and keys in the ignition so any person could have an opportunity to take my car. I was so mad I decided to take my car and wait for a bill to arrive in the mail. Six days later I received a call from a police officer that the owner was pressing charges for theft. Note, the owner was paid in full before the police called me via auto charge from my account. I asked the owner why he never called me before making a police report and he said I stole from him. I can not take something that I already own (my car). On top of the police calling me I then reached out to pay him for the service for $160. I then looked at my bank account and noticed the owner charged me twice for the service. Now I had to deal with getting the return of one of the charges and no apology for charging me twice or calling the police. Do not bring your car here unless you have time to kill with no communication or are open to the idea of bad business ethics with potential for a police investigator surprise call. read more

Did good work on my brakes, decent price too. Not the fastest, took a few days which was a bit of an inconvenience. But sadly, that's average these days, though it's only a 30 minute to 1 hour process. I'd take my car here again. So far they've been honest with me, thorough and professional. read more

Just finished a smog check with this guy and I have to say he's damn fast. Probably 20mins tops is all it took from the moment I walked into the store and the moment I drove away. Fast, friendly, and STAR certified I'm coming back here for my next smog check. Fun fact! It turns out I left like $20 cash in my cup holder by accident and it was still there when I can back! So yay for not stealing. Also my car was an absolute mess and he didn't even raise a single judging eyebrow. So yeah. I'm coming back here. read more

I was recommended to Dees Auto Repair, Inc by a auto parts store. My experience has been excellent work performed on time. The owner even took me home while the repairs were made so I didn't have to stay at his shop. I am always very satisfied with his work. And he charges a lot less that my former mechanic. I highly recommend him to all my friends and family. read more

Great service at a great price. I have been bringing my cars here for years. Chau is very knowledgeable and has been helpful in servicing and repairing my automobile. Highly recommend. read more

I've been coming to Dee's for more than 5 years now. Chaus, the owner/manager, is always straight to the point. He is a man of few words. I've price compared in the past and Chaus' price has always been less. His assistant has always been super friendly and helpful too. No question too dumb - and always straight to the point. I'm a little appalled by what Chris H. wrote in his review. But everyone is entitled to their own opinion I guess. Chris, I presume you drive your car every day. You come in for and request a tire rotation but you are unaware of the condition of your tires? Your supposed electrical issue was actually the need of a new battery? And I don't know how it all went down. Did you sit there and wait or did you walk somewhere? You requested a tire rotation - should they have not rotated your tires? How much do you think a battery cost? $200 for a new battery, tire rotation, break inspection, and oil change ... sounds like a good deal to me. How much do you think it should cost? Have you priced batteries for your car? Anyways, your review just doesn't mesh with my over 5 years of experience with Dee's. Obviously, everyone will have a different opinion. If you're reading this ... I suggest going to Dee's. Check your expectations, get a quote, and then decide. If you're serious about taking care of your car, don't want to go to The Dealership, and know that maintenance is an integral part of car ownership, Dee's will leave you confident that you're car is well taken care of. read more

Thanks to mr. Chus! I just moved here from hawaii and needed my smog check and he got it done in less then 30 minutes!! Quick service definitely recommend! Did i mention he's a cool guy! Check him out! read more

Dees Auto Repair - Auto Repair Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I'd gotten good service before on two vehicles. This guy is right next to my mechanic. Most recently I took one of those vehicles and he wouldn't smog it because the check engine light was on. The IMA system on this hybrid was not functioning, but the car ran fine and I'm sure it had no excessive emissions. Instead of telling me that he couldn't test it, he charged me as if I had tested it. I won't go back there again read more

I have been going here for 5-6 years, They do good honest work. They usually come in a little under their quote. Chaustin does everything to make things pleasant for you. I really would not go anywhere else. They are very reliable. Gerry C. read more

Worked on my vehicle before and was satisfied with the service. This time I had buyers remorse. Was told my window needed a window motor/regulator assembly for functionality. In the end I was told not to roll my window down for my least 2 months. Hopefully the sun will bake the dent in the door so your window can function properly. Holy crap! read more

Poor customer service. Not even sure how honest/ethical they were. Said they did not run smog check because of a modification. Said they'd change out part for $20 extra. Then said bad news because the car battery was dead. Said car didn't pass and needed to be driven 50 miles to reset. Car battery was never dead. They disconnected and had run test first time although they said no they did not run it thus resulting in the need to drive an additional 50 miles and return for recheck. We know this because we took it directly to another smog shop in Costa Mesa and he showed us where paperwork was inaccurate vs what we were told. It did pass! Also, owner was very difficult to understand, would walk away mid-conversation, and was very dismissive when you would ask questions. Will never recommend or return to this establishment. read more

Just got my car smogged here and it was really simple, fast, good price and great customer service! Thanks guys!

Scratch my car, grinds gears. Can't speak English at all. This guy is an asshole and doesn't know anything about smog or smog laws. Also charges way to much. Don't come here. Idiot read more

I'm kind of conflicted on leaving a review, this place was fine for my wife's car on our first visit, but with my Mercedes I just bought , he said it has no compression and needs a new motor, I took it to the Mercedes guy two doors away and there was no problem with compression and it was just a computer issue, and for A small service fee the Benz guy fixed it good as new, i'm sure this was a rare miss for the Dees guy, but changing out the motor is kind of a big miss step, read more

I have never had a faster smog check at such a low price in my life. The owner of the establishment helped my 2008 Ford Taurus get in and out in less than 15 minutes. Thank you so much! read more

dropping off one of my other Acura Legend's in for a smog & again Chaus will take care of it hassle free & call me in less than an hour when the car is done with certificate downloaded straight to Sacramento so I don't have to worry about a thing...Isn't that the way business is supposed to be conducted??? it is here @ Dee's Auto Repair...btw Chaus, the AC is working awesome in my other Legend from my last review & especially thankful now with the sun blazing as I hit the 405 NB after 5:00pm.. note to Victor G:I read your 6/18/15 review & nowhere do you explain what repair work was performed but state "one day later" the car completely broke down...how can you one star a shop without elaborating on what happened in detail then say they "stole" your $1200.00??? read more

Very quick and friendly service for the smog check. There's not much else to say, I suppose. Oh, I was looking for Orange County Smig when I happened upon Dee's. I wonder how many people do that--they seem quite close on Google Maps. read more

Dees Auto repair located in Costa Mesa has been servicing both our family and friends automotive repairs for 10 years, services including brake repair, smog check and oil changes. We enjoy working with auto technician Chau Bolinski which has a long tenure in the automotive industry and is customer focused and hardworking. read more

These guys are great. They do the same repair a Dealership does for a fraction of the price. I've had all types of repair done here from batteries to smog checks to timing belts and oil changes. Their prices are great and they're honest about diagnosing the problem. read more

Best smog place in the world!!! ...went in there with my RR and smog only took 30 mins,fast and reliable service!!! Im coming in here from now on. Thanks chaooo read more