I've been going to Diablo Auto Care for about a year now, and they've earned a level of trust that's honestly rare in auto repair. At one point my Acura MDX was at the dealer, and I was told I needed a gasket repair that would have cost well over a thousand dollars. I brought the car to Diablo for a second opinion, and they determined that the repair wasn't actually needed -- and they didn't charge me anything. They could have easily sold me expensive work I didn't need. They didn't. On another visit, the scheduled maintenance called for a valve adjustment -- something that normally involves a costly and invasive procedure. Diablo had the proper diagnostic tools to evaluate whether it was actually necessary, determined it wasn't, and saved me a significant amount of money. I also once brought my car in because I was concerned there might be exhaust fumes getting into the cabin. They took the time to evaluate it, drove the car, and checked everything -- and again, since there wasn't actually a problem to fix, they didn't charge me a dime for their time. They consistently under-promise and over-deliver. Repairs are done faster than expected, communication is clear, and more than once the "surprise" has been that my final cost was lower than what I was originally told. On top of all that, when my MDX needed to stay in the shop, they even drove me over to Enterprise so I could get a rental -- completely voluntarily. They didn't have to do that, but they did. That kind of consideration is rare and very appreciated. If you're looking for a shop that actually looks out for your interests -- not just their invoice -- Diablo Auto Care is it. read more

Chris and his mechanics have done great work for both of my vehicles. He was very flexible with scheduling and always a honest price. 10/10 would recommend read more

My husband always handled maintenance on my cars until I purchased a hybrid. Wanting to find a reputable and honest local business, I came across Diablo Auto Care -- and I'm so glad I did. Their prices are reasonable, but what really impressed me was the customer service. A few weeks after my service, I had an issue and they literally dropped everything to assess and remedy it so I could get to work the next day. They charged me nothing for the assessment and quick repair, though we absolutely tipped the employee who helped me because his kindness and professionalism deserved recognition. You just don't find this kind of customer care very often anymore -- and certainly not from auto manufacturers charging thousands extra for service contracts. Thank you Chris, Ken, and especially the employee who helped me out in a pinch. Highly recommend! read more

Honest quotes and great work at reasonable rates. I can't say enough about these guys.

don't trust them: they took advantage of disabled son (think forest gump) brought car in for repair; verbal quote $7000; overnight they did $1500 of work they said; we stopped the job car was worth $5000 maybe; cost in area for job $3500-$5000; no written estimate they charged what my son would pay not what the job dictated; read more

I brought in my 1999 Mustang convertible last week and as Chris has always been fair and honest, this experience was no exception. I would definitely recommend Diablo Auto Care for those who are seeking a trustworthy, honest and knowledgeable auto repair shop. Chris, auto repair, integrity, the complete package! read more

Chris and crew have become the veritable United Nations of auto care for me since moving to CA. Japanese Domestic and now German... He's straight up and honest. This is coming from someone who enjoys and knows how to turn wrenches but doesn't always have the time. Even if I have the time, maybe I don't want to deal with fluid disposal or taking Advil for a couple of days from torching my back. Solid peeps, solid work read more

The best in bayarea ! Professional , skilled, helpful and honest staff that can solve any issues with your car at a reasonable price . Recently helped with my Honda air conditioning issue. Always a great service with them read more

I had a crazy noise coming from my Nissan Altima. The tire dealer couldn't find anything wrong with the new tires, so I came to Diablo Auto Care. I selected them because of all the rave reviews. First off: I was especially impressed with the professionalism from "Chris," the service advisor. I explained the problem to him, and he called later with the diagnosis, which was a faulty wheel bearing. Chris gave me a clear statement of the costs to fix the problem. Of course, it is not cheap--owning a car is not cheap. Good service, polite, professional. What else could you want? read more

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A pleasure to work with due to their attention to detail and timely response. They are so professional and knowledgeable and really execute excellent customer service from the moment you walk in the door. I will definitely use them again as they came highly recommend for any future auto repair needs. read more

Chris and Diablo Auto Care are excellent. I unfortunately needed a new throwout bearing for my car, which can be quite labor-intensive to install. I took my car here for a diagnosis, which he did within a few hours. He called back super promptly and for a few hundred more, suggested getting an entirely new clutch. After doing some research and calling around, Diablo was several hundred dollars cheaper than other locations, so I said let's do it, new clutch. I was really impressed by the speed at which he was able to complete this huge project- when I had the clutch replaced on my old car it was 2 weeks. Chris and team managed to finish this huge job in basically ONE day- gave the go-ahead for the new clutch on Wednesday afternoon and it was ready by end of day on Thursday! Insane! I will be taking all of our cars here for the foreseeable future. read more

I am so impressed with Diablo Auto Care. We took our truck there after referral from another local shop needing a Star Smog station . We had been previously unable to get smog because of check engine light on and had gone to numerous local shops that were unable to solve why the check engine light was on. Diablo Auto Care was able to identify the cause as some sensors not connected. They thoroughly explained the situation and corrected those affordably in order to obtain the smog check for us. We will definately be back for further repairs as needed on our vehicles. Chris and other employee were a pleasure to work with. read more

I started using Diablo Auto Care nearly 20 years ago for service on my vehicles. I quickly realized that Diablo Auto Care was an honest auto repair shop when Chris, the owner, was able to replace the catalytic converter on my Nissan G35 under the manufacturer's warranty. This was not an easy feat, as the manufacturer did not want to honor their warranty. Chris fought for the warranty coverage and got my catalytic converter replaced under warranty. Since then, I have used Diablo Auto Care for all repairs and major services required for my family's vehicles. I like to recommend them to other's who are searching for an honest repair shop. Just this past week, I ordered 2 new tires from Amazon for my 2009 Lexus GS350. The tires and the 4 new after market TPMS units were installed on my car in an afternoon, the same day the orders arrived. The job was done quickly and it was reasonably priced. Over the weekend, I drove the car and noticed how great the new tires felt around town. At freeway speeds, I noticed a slight vibration in the cars ride. I reported that information to Chris, who told me to drop it off and they would look into it. A few hours later, I received a call to come get the car as the service was completed. They pulled all 4 tires off the car, rebalanced, and reinstalled them. The car was test driven and the vibration was now gone. Chris told me that one of the front tires balance was off slightly and that must have been causing the vibration at 75mph plus. I am a happy customer as Diablo Auto Care always listens to the customer and goes the needed extra mile to make their customer's happy. read more

Talk about the real deal. I can't stress enough how difficult it is to find an honest, trustworthy all-around mechanic these days. Chris runs the shop and has everything dialed in. I first took my 2018 Chevy Tahoe in last year and had the 100,000 mile service done. They had the vehicle for the day while I was at work and Chris called me periodically throughout the day to provide me with updates. Prior to giving them the keys to service, Chris wrote out a detailed quote which was extremely reasonable in my opinion. Today, I dropped the same vehicle off for an alignment. These guys were efficient and corrected the alignment without any problems. They double check their work, example: they had two techs drive the vehicle to ensure it was aligned properly. If you guys have anything wrong with your vehicle, it is an absolute NO BRAINER where you need to go. Thanks Chris! read more

They found the oil leak, and had excellent attention to detail. The price was right.

My son-in-law had recently had service done on his car. They were so pleased they sent Mom there... They told me to talk to Chris. I had a light out on my license plate, definite fix it ticket just waiting to happen. I walked in and Chris was writing it up then said I am going to have my mechanic look at it. They took about 15 minutes, checked fuses and verified it wasn't electrical it was the bulbs... A small issue but it was HUGE to me!! A definite weight was taken off my shoulders because I had stopped driving at night. I Truly Believe in the Kindness of Others and Chris and Diablo Auto Care showed the BEST in people. Thank You so Much I will definitely be coming back and I will be referring as many people I can!! read more

Thank you Diablo Auto Care for a job well done! Glad to have the truck back on the road after the wheel fell off on the freeway. Drives nice. read more

During the holidays they fixed my car quickly for a very reasonable cost. Their friendly staff downplayed the seriousness of the issue and used their specialty tools to solve the issue so they didn't have to take extraordinary measures. Since we knew what the issue was, they didn't gouge me for extra "diagnostic" fees. They even shared some gift Jam with me. read more

Been going to Diablo Auto Care for over 10 years now with no complaints. Chris is great at breaking down the problem and explaining what your options are. I'm no mechanic but the prices seem reasonable when compared to internet searches for the what one is expected to pay. read more

They donated a gift certificate to the auction to help raise money for the school district! Highly supportive here in our community and really great service! In and out quick, and don't overprice at all! It was pouring and my window stopped rolling up, Chris asked me to come right in and let them take a look! They are great! These are posted in their office! read more

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None of us want the hassle or cost of auto maintenance or repair, but when it comes with trustworthy diagnosis, honest prices and service with a smile, it makes the whole process more palatable. Thank you, Chris, for running a business that is there for its customers! read more

Love this place! Reliable,honest, friendly - even got a ride! I highly recommend! read more

I've been taking our cars to Diablo Auto Care for over a decade. The service is reliable, honest and they genuinely do what's best for you, your car and current situations. Chris is super busy and may not always be immediately available but when he gets back you you, he gives accurate and sensible responses. There is value associated with their work. read more

Just took in my car. I was hoping to squeeze in as a drop in for a maintenance check up. Chris (I think their owner?) was incredibly accommodating. Nice as can be. I was worried that my car would be expensive and need a ton of fixes but he called me not more than 3 hours later and said the car was done and was in great shape. Didn't try and fleece me. Didn't try and up sell me. Was simply upfront and honest and thoroughly explained everything in detail. Now I know why they come HIGHLY recommended. read more

Chris is extremely knowleadgable and precise when it comes to checking and handling your car needs. Very open and honest guy which is soemthing imperative in mechanics nowadays. Bought a used car and brought it to them to fix everything. Was looking around for a mechanic that I can trust and not get overcharged for th Came in for alignments, smog, and leaks. So far he's been communicating details and specifics in what needs to be done. Not sure about price yet, but so far I am pleased with the way things are being handled. Will keep posted and updated but as of now, I appreciate and see the honesty and hard work, as I'm a car guy and know exactly what he's talking about. Everything he says is true, and not making up problems to try to get more money or anything like that. Updates: if I can offer this place a 10 star I would. Chris is amazing with words, communication, honesty, integrity, and straight to the point. I left my car for a week with a list of things to do. Oil leaks, smog check, suspension, alignment, and catalytic converter. Looks like I found myself a new shop that I can trust and call my "go to." Chris did an awesome job updating me every single day of what was going on. He knew finances and money was tough so he tried and offered other suggestions and recommendations to best fit my budget. He did many things for my car for free and was very honest about every single detail that happened. Would definitely recommend to everyone and anyone as I was in their place where I didn't know what shop to go to or who to trust. Big shout out to Chris for helping me on this project and big list of things to do. read more

Took our car for transmission fluid change and A/C refrigerant leak. They had the car all day. They found no A/C leak. They charged the A/C system for the cost of $140. Less than 24 hours, car had to go to a shop in Sacramento due to no refrigerant left in the A/C. Major leak was found and as a result the condenser was replaced. So $140 charge for useless work. read more

Chris is amazing. I was far from home and suffered alignment problems that couldnt be fixed due to the time of day. On a friends recommendation, I contacted him after hours and he was able to get me in the next morning and have me on the road by noon. He was able to quickly diagnose the problem and went to great lengths to repair it in a short amount of time for half the cost I was expecting. If you're looking for an honest, excellent mechanic/shop in the area or on the road and need some emergency assistance, look no further - this is the shop to go to. read more

I took my car here for a smog check, after calling like 10 companies. I HIGHLY recommend them and will go back for sure!!! Customer service was excellent, they are STAR certified, and it only took 30 minutes total from the time I walked in the door until I left (I made an appointment ahead of time). Their price was the best, even though others were offering "discounts" and groupons. Chris is awesome - He's a straight shooter, honest, no BS, friendly, very helpful guy :-) He answered all my questions and explained everything really well. I'll definitely be calling them in the future for other car requirements! read more

Have been taking this vehicle in over the years following the previous owner. Always have done great work at a fair quote. They have gone above and beyond to get the car road ready for Colorado on time for a complex repair. We are grateful for that. read more

Diablo Auto Care - Auto Repair Near Me - San Ramon, California

Best. Mechanics. Ever. Years ago I stumbled upon Diablo Auto looking for an oil change/tune up place near work. The price they quoted me was below what I expected so I gave them a try and kept them in mind for future work. Fast forward a bit and I'm stranded on the side of the expressway in San Jose with my dead Honda. I remembered Diablo Auto being so nice, so no b.s., so fair and capable that I had my car towed 40 MILES for service. Don and his crew fixed my car in a jiff, again in less time and for less money than I had expected. Here's where I became a super loyal customer; when my check engine light came on, they performed an inspection and said I needed a new catalytic converter and it was not a cheap fix. I told him I really needed a cheap fix, so they found me a part that was less expensive but might not work. It worked - but only for a few months - so when I took the car back to Don he installed the expensive part LESS THE AMOUNT I ALREADY PAID for the other part! Who does that? Nobody! I now live and work nowhere near San Ramon but when I have car trouble I do whatever I can to get my Honda to Diablo Auto Care. I highly and enthusiastically recommend them. read more

Oh, to add to this review, I got about $80 LOWER estimate at a different repair shop than what I got from here. PLUS, Diablo auto repair told me that I need to replace my rear shocks, but at the other center, they were puzzled by this, since there was NOTHING WRONG with my shocks. So ended up saving hundreds of money. Seems like they are good with other customers, so if you are happy with them, go to them. Just keep it in mind that you can get ripped off by paying for something you don't need. read more

This was my first experience w/ Diablo Auto Care and they made me a very satisfied customer. I found out about them on Yelp and they were able to accommodate my schedule and squeeze me in on a Saturday for my '03 Tacoma's 90k mi service. Based on everyone else's Yelp reviews I expected these guys would be good, but they were great: from the initial phone call right up to having it ready when they said it would. These guys obviously know what they're doing, and they're friendly about it too. It seems that every time I let some other shop work on my truck that I have to bring it right back to fix some little oversight (forgetting to put x back on, y wasn't tightened properly, missing a washer on z, etc) but Diablo Auto Care did everything right the first time. This attention to detail earned them many brownie points in my book. Last but not least: their prices are very affordable. Dublin Toyota was going to charge me over 40% more for the same work and I'm never happy with their quality or service. Bottom line: if you need automotive service in the San Ramon-ish area, check these guys out. They'll take good care of your car and you. read more

Diablo Auto Care is great! Chris and his team go above and beyond the call of duty to get your car back to you as soon as possible. I had some squeaky brakes and some pulsation and went to Diablo Auto Care after reading yelp reviews. It did not disappoint. My brakes were replaced the next day even when the shop was REALLY busy. I also requested to see all 4 brake pads as I am a car enthusiast and wanted to see how worn down my brakes were. The mechanic saved the pads for me and I got to inspect the brake pads. The price was reasonable and after driving around, the brakes do not squeak, the brake pedal does not pulsate and my car stops perfectly. As another yelp reviewer commented, the shop does not try to up sell you unnecessary work. I highly recommend this place to anyone who needs to get their car serviced! read more

Ok, I won't lie. I know the owner and we are good friends. But that doesn't mean that I am giving him a good review because we are friends! I have been taking my car to DAC since they opened. They are honest and go out of of their way to find the best solution at the best price for the problem you may be having with your car. They are always up front and honest. I woud highly recommend them to anyone!! read more

The people here are honest, knowledgeable, customer focused, friendly and treats you well. I've taken my car here several times and the work is always top notch. Will continue to take my vehicle there. read more

Diablo Auto was recommended by my personal mechanic to perform more complicated work on my car. There was a friendly reception and everything was explained to me and I was given an estimate. Work was done in about 3 hours and because they didn't have a part, they improvised and saved me money and time by not ordering a special part. Final cost was close to the estimate. I am HIGHLY recommending this honest, pleasant and efficient place of business. Thank you so much for the excellent work! read more

Please read this review! If you are anything like me and have been searching for a automotive tech you can trust, I promise you this is the shop. I don't even know where to begin to explain what they did for me. First let me start by saying it was closing time for them when I pulled up in a panic. I had just dropped off my kids at their sports and my car was about to die. (the car is not even 2 years old and is a fairly nice car) They treated me with such respect and dropped everything to help me. As a mom, I can't begin to tell you how comforting that is. They knew I was on a time constraint because I was the only one who could pick up my kids. The battery my car needed they unfortunately didn't have. However, instead of turning me away, they called different stores to find the battery I needed. (remember, they should have been closed by this time) Then they quickly drove to pick up my battery, hurried back and put it in my car. During the time it was being installed, Chris (who is an angel!!), explained to me why this should not have happened. He then gave me a complete right up to show the dealership and instructed me on what I should ask them to look for on my car to solve the issue of the quickly drained battery. After going over and beyond for me, I expected the bill would be on the high side. I was shocked when it wasn't. Not only are these guys trustworthy, respectful and compassionate, they also have morals and don't price gauge when they very easily could have since I was at their mercy. Thank Chris and staff for being there for me. This family will be customers of yours for life read more

Top notch!!! Was actually about to take my Toyota 4-Runner to another shop in the area when I saw them. I figured why not? Now, a little background on me. I'm kind-of mechanically inclined. I've done work on my previous cars including a cooling system overhaul, transmission work etc. I do like to work on my other car, but the older I get, the harder it is for me to do. So, the Toyota goes to the pros! When I talked to Don, I told him that my truck has 140k miles and was in dire need of some TLC since I had largely been neglecting it. It had some major work done at about 90k and thats about it. And it was showing it. Had an oil leak and a few other things on my list. However, he was reluctant to just dive in and do a lot of stuff. He said that they would change the oil and do a full bumper-bumper check and then report back. I was kind of taken-back since I was expecting the total opposite! It was also the Saturday before Christmas, but they squeezed me in anyways. They even gave me a ride home and we had a nice chat to boot! Well, when he called, it wasn't as bad as I thought. He spoke to me with respect and explained everything I needed. Since I have a decent understanding of mechanics, it all made sense and I knew I wasn't being taken advantage of. Even though the bill was tough to swallow in these tough economic times, it was money well spent for the amount of work done. As soon as we drove the car home, we could tell. The wife could even tell!! BIG difference in the transmission, the brakes, the smoothness of the engine. We are definitely taking this car back here for any other work that needs to be done (that I won't do myself). To sum it up, this Father & Son team are honest, hard working, and trustworthy. Such a rare commodity these days! And, they're super nice guys to boot! Johnny read more

Diablo Auto Care has exceptional customer service. I called at 5:30PM on a Friday and spoke to Junior about the issues I was experiencing with my wheel & brake caliper. He stayed after hours to take care of me and saved my weekend. Thank you Junior! This is definitely the place to go. read more

Honestly, the best service around! Chris is always accommodating and a straight shooter. One of the businesses where I end up saying, "Is that all you're charging me?!" Amazing service all around. read more