I went here for a full transmission service and coolant flush. They scheduled me the next week and…read moreI dropped it off in the morning and picked it up in the evening. They alerted me to things I should do very soon, ie. an oil change and tire nail fix. Luckily I knew about those things and already had an appointment at a tire store the next day, but it's nice to know they do a general quick inspection to make sure things are good. When I got back for the pickup the mechanic was test driving the vehicle, also a sign of a good mechanic shop. The bill was exactly what I was quoted and I was happy with the price. I feel like it was a good value for getting done what I could not do myself. I think some of us, like myself, have a mechanic friend, but I chose to go here because I wanted it done right and I trust they do it right. The car i took in for service was a family van and we need it to work right and to be reliable. I don't know if everyone feels like I do that these days you always have to fight to get things done right or be prepared for something wrong or to cost extra or whatever but this was simple. Tell them what I need done, drop it off, pay for it and pick it up. I was pleasantly surprised there were no hickups.

I needed service and once again Evan and Austin come through with excellence! Quality is always…read moregreat and value is a given. I feel so fortunate to have been recommended to these guys! Thank you!

I recommend Barry Hartzel enthusiastically. He has deep integrity, I trust him fundamentally. And…read morethe quality of work at his shop appears to be excellent. And he's a really nice guy to boot. It's such a pleasure to work with Barry, all the more so since it's such a contrast with many other car mechanics, especially at dealership service departments.

Barry responded in a timely manner to the request for Service. Although I did not bring my car for…read moreService, I would recommrecommend his shop. (Nothing negative as to why I didn't use his shop)

I come here for all my car problems. (Check Engine light, smog, installations, etc..)They are super…read morefriendly and affordable. 100% recommend coming here

Wow! They took me in right away on short notice and I was in and out of there in like 10-15…read moreminutes! The staff were super nice and efficient! They didn't waste your time. I have to say this was probably the best smog check experience in the last 25 years living in monterey county!!! Plus it was exactly 50 dollars! I have been to other places and they say it will cost a certain amount then you get there they tell you there is a fee for this or that and you end up leaving there paying more! This place was honest and only charged the 50 dollars as promised on the phone!

I've been coming here for years, and every visit has been exceptional. The owner is straightforward…read moreand no-nonsense. I have never felt pressured into unnecessary services or upsells. He's honest about what actually needs to be done and what can wait, which is rare to find these days. Many times I've brought my car in for one issue, and he'll point out something else to keep an eye on without pushing me to fix it right away. I always really appreciate the transparency. HIGHLY recommend

Emily C. had the review I agree with most. I'm giving him 2 stars because I'm sure he's an…read moreexcellent mechanic but as a new customer there's no point in going to him. The parking lot just looks like a crowded permanent pile of cars - are these vehicles all in queue to be seen by him? Because I went on a Thursday to try to schedule an appointment to be seen for the following Thursday - 4 full business days in advance, and he didn't even want to talk to me. I said, "Will 8AM work next Thursday?" and he said, "Not really." and then told me to bring it in and maybe he would get to it. I'm not bringing it in because even if I did have the time and patience to be seen, it's insulting to be treated the way I was by him. I just stand there feeling like an idiot because I want service and can barely get a word out of him. It's like I don't matter at all and he's better off without me. Everyone posting 5 star reviews must be the very privileged insiders. Maybe they've been customers for years, but now in May 2026, like Emily said, there's no point in trying to be a new customer. They should build a satellite shop somewhere else on the peninsula so the work load can be spread out.

The owners Joe & Chelsea Solis are the absolute Best!! Honest and do a fantastic job. I've sent…read moreall my friends there, and they are so pleased with everything. Highly recommend them.

I have recently had work performed by Solis Auto Repair and have difficulty stating how terrific…read moretheir work. My family has known Joe Solis for decades and have found him to be honest and dependable. Not something that can be said for many auto service establishments. So 'GOJOE' for credible auto repairs. Chuck Creswell

Nothing but good things to say about Teknik. Joshua has done major scheduled service, brake jobs,…read moreand figured out a tricky not totally consistent clunking sound coming from the front end of my VW GTI. He's very knowledgeable, thorough, and has great attention to detail, and it's refreshing to be communicating with the actual mechanic working on the cars.

This guy quoted me $550 Labor to replace F/R Brake pads on a BRAND NEW Subaru WRX. A simple job…read morethat takes anyone with shop skills less than an Hour to do. I really liked the guy when he told me not to buy a VW Golf R after a PPI at his shop. So I went back for a quote. I ended up doing the job myself in my driveway with car jack and it took me a little over an hour. SHOP AROUND!!

These guys were awesome. I was on a work trip and needed a tire repaired quick. They literally got…read moreme in as soon as I pulled up and had me back on the road in under 15 mins. Great price, great service, and I definitely recommend.

Always available, very reliable, fair and attentive. Oscar and his dad were beyond helpful with all…read moreof my mechanical needs. This may be the best mechanic shop by far on the Monterey Peninsula.

I know this is a hit or miss shop in the area, but every experience I've had is good. My first…read morevisit was in 2017 for a flat tire - repaired quickly with fair price. 2nd visit in Oct 2025 - I sent a car owner to the shop for an independent inspection when I considered buy his car. Results were as expected with a few surprises that led the car to getting junked. This was not my local shop & the car owner had never been to it either. I made appointment via phone & left specific info about follow up so we would both get a copy of the inspection results. Piece o' cake 3rd visit in Dec 2025 - My car needed an alignment due to pothole in Salinas. City Manager's office told me that I could request reimbursement since fault was by the City. Luis, Sullivan's service agent, understood the mission & made sure that car had a suspension inspection prior to the alignment. Safety is very important for all vehicles on the road. Alignment was completed, all fees remained consistent without surprises, and customer service was the best. I was provided with documentation (txt and paper copies) for my records & to file a claim. Waiting area is clean & well-stocked with a variety of beverages to keep us hydrated during our wait. Entire property is clean & well-maintained. Staff don't just talk, they understand automotive AND human behavior.

After I posted my feedback, Nathan reached out to me directly. I completely understand that…read morepolicies need to be enforced, especially during busy seasons, and that the team is always working to make sure customers receive excellent service. Maybe at this time, when we make posts about our experience, we tend to be a little more sensitive because we're already stressed about our vehicles. Overall, the customer service I received was phenomenal--truly nothing to complain about. Nathan and Luis both went above and beyond with their STAR-quality service. Honestly, if I could, I would steal Luis to come work for me--I manage several stores, and that level of professionalism and customer care is exactly what I look for.

the owner so nice, knowledgeable, and honest! highly…read morerecommend this place , good prices too.

Great service! I've used A1 on a couple of occasions already, and I don't feel like that's going to…read morechange anytime soon. They're detailed, quick, and geared to leave their customers satisfied. From anything from cylinders being re-wired to repairing hoses, they're the experts.

These guys rock! When it comes to any car repairs, it's a MUST to feel comfortable and taken care…read moreof in an honest way. Fonz and Nina are doing EXACTLY that! My car was fixed in a timely manner and the cost was more than reasonable. I will forever be a customer here, cause the fix it ALL! Thanks guys! Be sure to say hi to the turtles in their office! They are AWESOME!

I always come back to this shop! Would definitely recommend. Quick friendly service. Alfonso is the…read morebest!