Fix Auto San Rafael

(274 reviews)

I had an excellent experience with D & K Collision Repair Center and can't recommend them highly…read moreenough. Francisco and his team did a phenomenal job repairing my 2011 Chevrolet Silverado after it was hit in a parking lot. From the very beginning, they operated like a true first-class shop--professional, organized, and clearly experienced. They didn't just handle the repair; they also walked me through how to deal with the insurance company, helped set up a rental car, and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. The communication was outstanding from start to finish. I always knew what was going on, and the work was completed in a timely manner without cutting corners. The final result exceeded my expectations--the truck looks great. Before choosing them, I asked a few local mechanic shops I trust here in San Rafael for recommendations, and more than one pointed me to D & K. Now I understand why. While I hope I don't need collision repair again anytime soon, I wouldn't hesitate to come back if I did.

Worked with them twice in the last 3 years. Excellent at helping me understand what needs to be…read moredone, gave me good choices for Insurance covered and out of pocket spend. They don't gouge! I love their sincerity and grounded guidance.

Garren's Auto Body

(201 reviews)

Courteous and honest to deal with! Everything was solid: they finished ahead of schedule and…read morewere very easy to deal with!! The work they did on my car was! Superb!! It would be hard for any business to do any better!

A newly painted tow hook cover on my Mercedes fell out a few weeks after the repair - honestly, I'm…read morenot even sure it was their fault, these older cars can be quirky. But what impressed me was that Garren's Auto Body still took ownership of the situation, covered the replacement, and repainted it without hesitation. That kind of customer care and accountability is rare, and it says a lot about how they run their business.

Marin Collision Center

4.6

(43 reviews)

Jessica was so helpful today when I brought in my husband's car for minor work. She was very…read morehonest and counseled me not to waste money there and just get it detailed. Thank you for your help. I will come back.

I recently got my car back and couldn't be happier. Once my insurance acquiesced and Marin…read moreCollision was authorized to begin work, they went over the details with me, paint matched the door on my Sonic Gray Accord perfectly, and even detailed it inside and out, including tire shine. I recommend Jessica and her crew to anyone who need quality work done with little to no hassle. I live near Oakland and took my car to them.

Alioto's Garage

4.7

(66 reviews)

Carla and Marco were terrific. I brought in a heavily damaged and old, but well functioning and low…read moremileage Subaru a few weeks ago, following a front end collision. They took a very good look at the car and we're very specific about what needed repair, and why, the priorities to make it not just look good but be fully repaired and safe. They were kind enough to go through all of it and painstaking detail, work with me on a few options, which I felt great about to get the work done. The car came back better than ever, and ahead of schedule. And, I very much appreciate the updates I was getting every other day about status. No surprises, no guess work on my part. It's a very friendly bunch over there, mixed with tremendous professionalism.

Alioto's Garage is awesome. I was driving to Southern California when someone randomly threw…read moresomething at my car, hitting front lower bumper/ headlight. Aliotos worked with my insurance, repair was done in timely manner. Marco was great... keeping me updated during repair process. Paint color matched, car washed and clean when I picked it up. Based on my experience I highly recommend this business. Thank you Marco and Alioto's Garage!!

Whitman's Auto Body

(178 reviews)

Giving Whitman's a glowing recommendation! Whitman's…read morerespected my request for a low cost rear bumper fix instead of pushing for an expensive new replacement bumper or upselling me on painting the bumper. Given the age and mileage of my Audi, I just wanted the repair to be safe. Not only did Whitman's repair my original rear bumper so the damage is almost undetectable, but they completed the work in the same day. Whitman's will be my go-to body shop should I ever need one in the future!

A great body shop is something you want to have, but never want to go to. In this case, I found…read moreWhitmans by recommendation from a good friend of mine who works at an auto shop. They took care of a small dinger on my truck. A few months later, my girlfriend needed her Land Rover front bumper fixed. Lo and behold, a few months later someone hit my Porsche in a parking lot! Finally, when I was out of the country, a tree fell on my 4runner and smashed it up good. So to say I have some experience with this shop is underselling it. Craig and team are freakin awesome. They a trustworthy and will work with insurance or out of pocket to get the job done right and on budget. Just be a good person and don't call them all the time asking when you're going to get your vehicle back. They do a good job sending photos and giving status updates, and good work takes time.

Dj Healey Auto Body

(22 reviews)

Fantastic people. Dave is amazing. Guy and can do almost anything. Top-notch bodywork and a guy…read morerips on the guitar.

Dave repaired my crushed car back to new in less time than any other body shop, and at a much lower…read morecost. He also drove my car to my mechanic next door for an A/C repair, saving me more money because he had the front end removed for the body work. So, if your vehicle has taken a great fall like Humpty Dumpty, and you can't afford all the king's horses and all the king's men. Then, use Dave because he will do a better job of putting your car together again. You Dave's decades of experience because he does all the work himself.

G&C Auto Body

4.0

(257 reviews)

G&C Auto Body made the whole thing super easy. Dropped it…read moreoff, they kept me posted, and had it back looking perfect same day. Definitely going back if I need anything else. 5 stars.

After 30+ years of driving without incident I had two visits to G&C San Rafael in quick succession…read more Both times I was extremely impressed with the service from beginning to end. The office made scheduling and insurance paperwork easy, they kept me up to speed, and the work was terrific (thanks Jose!). Like new!

Alioto's Garage

4.5

(51 reviews)

I was in a fender bender where another vehicle caused debris to fly into my passenger side front…read morepanel & headlight. State Farm recommended Alioto's for the repair and the experience was great from start to finish. Nick and Natalie provided professional, courteous, and friendly service. I asked about paying out of pocket to paint some scratches on my rear bumper unrelated to the State Farm claim, and Nick kindly provided a very reasonable quote as well as giving me tips on how to clean surface level scratches.

Excellent body shop. Very efficient and good work. They keep you informed about the progress on…read moreyour car repair. Very personable owner. Highly fecommend!

Barsotti's Body & Fender Service

4.3

(162 reviews)

I have used Barsotti's for various small jobs and they have always done an amazing job. I have…read moretried other body shops before, however Barsotti's has been the most premium and best quality body shop I have seen. Sure there could be cheaper shops out there, however if you are looking for quality, high standard, Barsotti's is the place to be. The two employees I interacted with, Manny and Vanessa, have always been great. For example, Manny is the technician that has worked on prepping my full carbon fiber wing and has done an amazing job each time. In fact, Manny always goes above and beyond and even texted me with updates / pictures throughout the process. Never have I seen a technician do that. Vanessa always promptly answered my emails and was a pleasure to work with in terms of communication and reply speed. Overall, I will continue to use Barsotti's as my body shop of preference, thank you to Manny, Vanessa, the painter and the entire team at Barsotti!

I've used this shop three separate times over the years because they're certified for Range Rover…read morerepairs and generally have positive reviews. The people I've dealt with have always been courteous and nice, which I appreciate. However, my overall experience has been frustrating due to the length of time my vehicle has spent in the shop, communication issues, and problems with the repairs. My first repair took approximately 4 1/2 months to complete. During a later repair, my vehicle was returned with an unfinished component underneath the front of the car, causing my tire to rub against it for nearly a year. Most recently, my vehicle was in the shop for about five weeks. Communication was also a challenge. I frequently had to contact the shop myself for updates, and I was often told the vehicle would be ready in a few days or the following week, only for the completion date to be pushed back repeatedly. I understand that delays can happen, but after three separate experiences, I expected more proactive communication, better quality control, and more reasonable turnaround times. I returned because of the shop's positive reviews and Range Rover certification, but after three separate repair experiences, I no longer feel confident that the repair timelines and quality control justify the inconvenience.

Northern California Auto Body

(82 reviews)

Frank and his team at Northern California Auto Body, is phenomenal. Had work done in the past &…read morerecently had my hood painted. Frank and his team is very knowledgeable, honest and they have a lot of empathy . Customer service 100 Work 100 10 out of 10 will recommend!

Due to apparently a pretty low budget original paint job on my 2017 Kia Sportage, the dullness on…read morethe hood appeared to be about 50 yrs old so I had it redone. Frank/Northern CA Auto Body is very easy to deal with, reasonably priced, and it was a fabulous paint job along with most of the disappeared scratches!! Looks as if I am driving a new car! Highly recommend them!

Johnny Franklin's Muffler

(171 reviews)

This place is truly the best! I first came here in 2018 to upgrade the exhaust on my Dodge Charger,…read moreand they took the time to walk me through the entire process step by step. They were incredibly informative and made sure I understood all my options before moving forward. I've recently brought my BMW in for both the removal and reinstallation of my exhaust -- each time on short notice -- and they helped me out tremendously. Their willingness to accommodate and their efficiency really set them apart. Their staff -- especially Don -- represent exactly what great, old-school customer service should be. Honest. Polite. Efficient. They get the job done quickly and done right. And for a great price! I'll forever be a loyal customer and will continue recommending this shop to everyone I know. If you want quality work and people you can genuinely trust, this is the place to go!

Quick - Painless - and a freaking bargain. No hemming and hawing just did the ugly job others would…read morestill be rubbing their chin over. These guys have a 5 Star rating every garage and "stealer-ship" could never achieve - Hail Franklin ! aka 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Askim's Auto Works

(88 reviews)

My experience at Askim's yesterday was exemplary continue to be a customer for many years. My…read moreradiator hose burst in the morning and by the time I was able to get the the shop, Jim had already gone and picked up the replacement hose. Most people would have just replaced the hose and sent me on my way but Jim was determined to find out why this would happen as it is not a common occurrence. He seemed to take it very personally and of time until he finally got to the cause which was a stuck thermostat that he said he had never seen all the years he's worked on . It took a while for him to but he went the extra mile to find the cars and fix it and only charge me for the parts. Askim's auto Works displays qualities that are rare in businesses these days: competence, efficiency, and ethics.

I brought my Outback that approaches 100,000 miles to Jim for service…read more Everything that I could verify was done badly or not done at all. Details: He flushed the radiator, but the coolant reservoir was completely empty the next day. He overfilled the engine oil. He didn't check the PCV valve. I swapped it the next day, and the valve was completely clogged. This $20 easily replaceable part can cause a lot of trouble to your engine and should have been checked during the service. Jim didn't mention it and didn't check it. He didn't flush brake fluid. When I asked him why, he said, "it's a waste of money". I measured water content in break fluid and it was in the red. I took it to a different mechanic, they said break fluid was dirty and in need of immediate replacement. The rear break pads were gone. Breaks were listed on Jim's invoice as checked. I had to swap them at the other mechanic. So everything that I could check didn't check out. Use at your own risk.

Diamond Tire Center

(471 reviews)

I have a 2017 Chevy Bolt ,The light has been on my dashboard, letting me know something is not…read moreright with my tires . First I went to the dealer, I was told that the tires needed new sensors, that they would charge me $1,200 to do all tires . I then asked for an estimate at two other tire stores ending up at Dimond ties. They gave me an appointment the following day with the best quote of $350 to rotate the ties and replace the sensors . They rotated the tires and came back and told me that there was nothing wrong with the sensors, that the reason the service light was on was because the from tires needed air . They charged me $30.00 ! That is a company with integrity. I will be a loyal customer . This is what we all need ,a company we can trust . I was quite prepared to pay the $350 And would not have know any difference.

Really happy with the quality of their service and the cost on the installation of a set of tires.read more

House of Brakes Complete Automotive Repair

(205 reviews)

Ever since finding House of Brakes, I have never gone to another automotive shop…read more These are honest people who are truly in this business to help your car and YOU! I've come to ask questions and have always been given an in depth answer--even when they don't end up working in my car. No questions is ever too small for them to provide an answer, and Jonathan takes time out of his day to help me decide what's best for my car and my budget. My husband and I have trusted his judgment and advice with all of our current and past cars, and we will continue to place any and all future cars into his care as well.

House of Brakes has done a great job taking care of my Subaru Forester for regular service and…read morelarger jobs. They are always honest when it comes to what does or doesn't need to be done. They charge very fair prices and use high quality parts. The family that runs the place are very nice and always pleasant to talk to also!

D and K Collision Repair Center

(274 reviews)

Japan Auto Repair

4.5

(161 reviews)

I just had the most pleasant experience with the team at Japan Auto…read more I brought my truck in to see if they could diagnose a problem that I couldn't figure out on my own. They asked a lot of good questions and listened. They took it for a drive and threw it on the rack. They actually spent a good deal of time on it. They solved part of the problem on the spot and are working up an estimate for a fix that needs to happen eventually. Super honest and knowledgable with no pressure. I like these guys!

Take your Prius to Japan Auto Repair at corner of FRONT St. & HOAG Str. off East Francisco Blvd…read more in San Rafael one block from Medway. They are BEST IN MARIN -- They have been in business since the late 1980s and have multi-generational customer base now as grandkids are now their repeat customers. I have been their customer since 1989. There is no better more experienced professional and capable place to go to with your Prius. (415) 258-9376

Auto Glass Warehouse

(229 reviews)

Excellent, quick and friendly service! I had my Honda CRV front windshield replaced in about 45…read moreminutes. Highly recommend.

Enrique is fantastic. Took care of me late afternoon on a Saturday. Great price, great service…read more Very friendly and professional. Highly recommend him. He works fast and he is an expert at windshields!

Precise Auto Tint

(161 reviews)

Quality job done on the large windows of our Promaster van-- 5 yrs and counting! Can't hide…read moresubstandard work on large windows. So pleased!

Awesome work, quick follow up when I call them for service, excellent customer service. Best…read moretenting job I've ever had.

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