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    John's Auto Services

    4.9 (156 reviews)
    Open 10:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    Services - John's Auto Services

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    Engine oil light diagnosis

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    Auto noise diagnosis

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    Auto steering and suspension repair

    Auto transmission repair

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    Transmission leak inspection

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    Gino A.

    Needed to repair/replace a bad head gasket for a 2014 Prius Plug-In with 200,000+ miles after taking it to the dealership and getting quoted for $5K repair. Asked around online and no one else was willing to do the job due to the high mileage. Spoke to John online/text and ended up deciding to replace the engine altogether with a JDM engine at almost half the cost. Completed the job in a timely manner despite seemingly being a one-man shop. This was in May 2024. Wanted to wait some time to see how it went before leaving a review. Over 10K miles later, Prius is still running great and still the go-to for trips up the coast to LA, Santa Barbara, etc.

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    Highly recommended! He's very talented and does a very good job! Service was way beyond!

    John replaced the CV boots on my car that was badly cracked, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the service. John was incredibly honest and transparent about the costs, no upselling or hidden fees--just straightforward, fair pricing. This is someone who values integrity and ensures that you know exactly what you're paying for. His expertise was evident throughout the process, explaining every detail of the job with clarity and answered all of my questions patiently. John has a deep understanding of auto mechanics and is committed to providing top-notch service. On top of that, he was incredibly friendly and easy to talk to. No gimmicks, no pressure, no car salesman-like pitch. He ensured I was comfortable with the parts that had to be repaired, the pricing of the parts being ordered, and the time of the repair. His turnaround time was quick without sacrificing workmanship. Overall, if you're looking for a knowledgeable, honest, and approachable mechanic who delivers great work without any hassle, I highly recommend John. It's also only a 2 man shop, him and his father, so there's minimal overhead costs that gets transferred to the customer. He stands behind his work and will do whatever it takes to ensure you, the customer, is completely satisfied!

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    4 months ago

    Fast, friendly and very fair when it comes to pricing! Will be coming back for any of my auto needs!

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    7 months ago

    John's Auto Services does oil changes for my 1990 miata. Great customer service with honest pricing. He always makes me feel welcomed.

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    10 months ago

    Friendly and very good service.I will be back and recommend to everyone.Thank you Mr John.

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    Great and affordable service. Very friendly. Staying open late helps a lot. Was able to solve my tire low pressure issue.

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    It's a nice experience to have a service at John's service. He responds quickly and reacts fast.

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    He's the best! Quick and pricing is the best around. Communicating is great and doesn't try to charge you for extra services!

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    2 years ago

    John replaced my rotors and brake pads on my truck. Great price and service. Highly recommend him!

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