Been going to Kean for over 20 years! Simply the best. Fixed right the first time and honest! Prices are definitely fair and much better than the dealer. read more

Ken is the best! So honest and fair prices, which is so rare these days. The only place I'll take my family's cars.

Kean's Automotive, always honest and dependable thank you for all the good work done on our cars!

Besides the fact that he is an amazing mechanic he is honest and reliable. I would never go anywhere else !

GREATEST MECHANIC IN ALL OF CALIFORNIA! I have been taking my car here for years anytime anything breaks, no matter how small or big, Kean has fixed it perfectly every single time! He's super honest and always charges a good and fair price. I will take every car I ever own to him for the rest of my life. read more

Keans automotive service is a good little shop both mechanics I've talked to have always been very helpful and they don't run you through the ringer... Service prompt and In a timely manner read more

Kean has been my mechanic for well over 30 years. He is the most kind, honest mechanic you will ever meet. I cannot say enough good about him. Always Super helpful. He deserves 10 stars!! read more

He ripped me off charged me $300 for a battery takes my engine apart and doesn't put it back together and charges me $600 because my motor was seized I have used them for years every time I go there I'm disappointed and I feel cheated read more

I recently moved to Simi Valley & met someone hiking who has the same car as I. Honda Element but her miles are 270,000 and mine are 190,000. I was asking her for a mechanic. She recommended Ken. She Has been going to him for yrs. Well I went over to meet him & he had time for my oil change & to look the car over as I plan my east coast trip. I would highly recommend him to anyone. Very nice & trust worthy. If I do not relocate back east and decide to stay in Simi, he would definitely be my mechanic. read more

Ken is THE BEST! My husband's had a lot of issues with his car and it wouldn't pass the smog test. Ken worked with him and got everything fixed and charged him much less than another mechanic quoted him. He will work with you and not talk you in to fixing things that aren't really needed just to get money out of you like so many others do. We will never take any of our cars to anyone other than Ken at Kean's! read more

I admit I hold grudges and do not forget when I receive bad service. Fortunately, I do not have to do either of these when it comes to Ken at Kean's Automotive. My family has been bringing our cars to Ken for more than 20 years and we are all pleased with his work ethic and honesty. He treats us fairly and is pretty quick with the repairs. He also is very good about accommodating our work schedules by letting us leave our car overnight for service the next day or pick it up when we can following the work. Sure, over the years, there may have been a time or two when he had to pinpoint an issue that was not completely fixed, but he would jump right back in to diagnose the problem and make it right. Honest mechanics are hard to find, but I found one. read more

I don't recommend anybody going to them to get their car "fixed". Unless if you want to get robbed of your money.

Wow, fast friendly service while you wait. Not too long of a wait today either, I'll be back! Prices are right on as well. read more

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My car broke down on the fwy and I had it towed to anyplace AAA would tow it to. This other place quoted me a completely ridiculous amount of money to fix my car! A friend of mine recommended Keans auto and told me of their wonderful experience with Kean, and promised me I would not be disappointed. I had my car towed to Keans auto the following day. Kean was extremely honest, professional, reliable, and informed me of exactly what was wrong with my car. He kept the old, broken parts to show me what had gone wrong...and on top of everything else positive, he was extremely reasonable! I'm so glad my friend recommended Keans Auto to me. I trust him...he's both an honest mechanic (which is hard to find) and extremely reasonable with his prices. I found my new mechanic and will be referring friends to him from now on. read more

Kean's Auto is great, been using Ken for years. One of the only mechanics I trust... friendly, honest and easy to talk to.

Went in to get my car inspected for a potential problem that another mechanic told me it had that I was suspicious was just trying to upsell me. Got a second opinion by Ken on the fly during a break at work and he told me within ten minutes that it was basically fine. He didn't even charge me to look at it. That's how you build trust and rapport. I'll take my car to him from now on because this industry is shady and there aren't many honest people like Ken. read more

charged me $100 didn't do scan. came back, charged me $300 to install battery. cars dead, thank god it's in driveway. used this guy before, now he's scamming. beware of his scan price and make sure he does it. i paid and still got screwed. read more

Ken is just not a great mechanic he is someone who communicate with you based on your needs. We all are some what leary of auto repair men. But not Ken, he is honest the 20 years I yhave used him the 4 different cars I briught him not once did I ever think twice about just paying him and thanking him knowing my car is in his hands. Thank you Ken Sincerly yours Eric Kaesberg Simi Ca read more

I've always done my own repairs but occasionally, over the last 15 or so years, I used this shop when I didn't have the time or the inclination to do a job myself. My wife's car developed a stuck open thermostat and wouldn't reach full operating temp. Not a check engine light problem but still a fault condition, the A/C wouldn't work. I had the parts but not being a big fan of working with anti-freeze (we have cats) I stopped by the other morning and asked Ken how much to change the thermostat. He quoted me $50 to $75. That sounded very reasonable to me so I left the car there all day. Late that afternoon I picked it up and he showed me a bill for $260!!! Sensing my outrage and his lack of a comprehensible explanation he took a whopping $30 off. In my mind this was just a Band-Aid on a bullet wound. Adding insult to injury, driving home I could tell the cooling system wasn't acting right. After things cooled down (me included) I discovered the air wasn't bled from the system, a fairly simple procedure that I did myself, and I'm not even a "professional" getting $130/hr. If left unchecked this could have permanently damaged the engine. I don't know what's going over there but strongly suggest buyers beware. read more

I was really disappointed with the service I got at Keans. My car was running great except for the occasional water leak. Ken said he'd put it on the scope. He changed some hoses, my water pump and changed my oil. When I got my car back, it ran horribly. It wouldn't shift properly and wouldn't go faster than 20 mph up a hill. I took it back and his explanation was that it coincidentally broke down right after he worked on it. He tried insinuating I was lying and maybe it wasn't running so good before I took it in. If he actually put it on the scope, wouldn't he have seen a problem? I was referred to him by a family member because they felt he was honest and knew his job. Well, my experience doesn't prove this to be true. I'll be looking for a new mechanic. One that really does stand behind his word. read more

He did a fantastic job in a timely and fair price. I called him while at Simi DMV, 15 mins later my keys were in his hands, 1 hr later I had my smog check completed, passed and on my way back to DMV. Great work, thank you. read more

We took our car to Keans and have been with all our previous vechles and the service is outstanding best part he is honest and upfront with you and he does give you the best deal read more

Keans auto, where to begin?!! Well, if you want the job done right, come to Kean first!!!! Its already hard enough to find a good affordable mechanic, and what better to have one here in Simi Valley!! The most honest , knowledgable , affordable mechanic I have ever known!!! My entire family brings their cars here and we refer all our friends too! He finds the time to squeeze anyone in, and will tell you if he is really busy and will let you know before you leave if you might need to leave your car over night!! Dont judge this book by its cover!! Yes its a small shop but dont judge quantity over quality!!! His estimates are always spot on, and will let you know exactly what needs to be done. Kean and his team are the best in town!! read more

We have been coming to Keans for Years! My whole family comes. Truly an HONEST mechanic. My brakes were squeaking and so I had him order the parts before I came in. I showed up, he was friendly as ever, and he took one look and said your brakes are fine! Still have a while before I need them. I felt horrible bc he ordered parts, he said no worries I will return them. He's so trustworthy and honest. Fast service. Highly recommend! read more

Been going here ever since I could drive. Kean always does a bang up job - super friendly, I don't feel ripped off and always has time to squeeze me in. Quick turn around time too! read more

I love Kean... I first came to him when I kept have a mysterious oil leak every time I changed my oil at Break Masters. Needless to say he fixed it and the rest is history! I've been going to him with all my automotive needs from a standard oil change to major repairs for both my cars. He's fair and honest. These are the most rare and valued of qualities that I could hope for in a person, let alone a mechanic! read more

When i went to them for a smog issue i assumed that that they would detect the issue and or issues and repair them and and get certification. After some three hundred dollars worth of work they got the check engine light to go out and tested the vehicle only to find it was a gross polluter. I was informed that it had to be the need for a tune up which i did my self and returned to them for testing still no change in the smog test so i was told it had to be the EGR system or the catalytic converter and that they had checked the EGR system and itt was working properly i again took the vehicle back and replaced the converter with a high efficiency model noting that the converter taken out seem to be visually ok i also changed the air filter. Then took it back for a smog check slightly lower but still in the gross polluter range. Kean then said it must be the EGR system vacuum lines so i left the vehicle with him two days later he calls and says the vehicle passed smog and that i owed 364 dollars. i was shocked what did i owe this for a retest for the smog , certificate once already paid for an oxygen sensor and some work on the vacuum lines to the EGR already stated to be working properly . My total bills for an engine temperature sensor and oxygen sensor and and test of the egr valve and two smog tests was almost 700 hundred dollars. Not to mention the misdiagnosis of the catalytic converter and need for a tune up another 220 dollars fortunately done by myself . I could have just bought everything myself saved half of the cost and got it right the first time not changed something and then guessed at problems or failed to properly go though the complete EGR system. To say the least for someone who knows something about cars and repairs Keans is to be avoided unless you want to pay big bills for small things read more

The staff hangs up on you when you call & doesn't answer when you call back. Don't waste your time. Rude, unprofessional & the facility is a dump. read more

If you are looking for someone that is HONEST and incredibly knowledgeable, then Kean is you guy. I took my 350Z there after getting a quote from the dealer for a complete clutch replacement. he was 60% lower than the dealer and did an excellent job. I have been taking all my cars to him ever since. Great crew and honest owner!!! read more

These guys are great, I have come here several times over the years and always received fast, friendly, and thorough service. Ken is one of those mechanics who places honesty and integrity above the need to make a quick extra buck. I trust these guys, and have consistently been impressed with the quality of work, the quick turnaround time, and the fair rates. The service at the connected gas station is terrific as well. One of the better spots in town to have routine service, or even moderately complicated repair work performed. read more

Our entire family has been taking our cars to Kean's for year. It doesn't matter what make or model, Ken has never disappointed us. His prices are fair, he is always honest about what needs to be done and what doesn't. We even brought him our daughters Mercedes because another mechanic told us it needed a $3000 repair job. Ken and Chuck found the problem and it turned out to be a cracked gasket that cost us $130. We will never take any of our cars to anyone else, and we will always recommend them to anyone we care about. Thanks Kean's auto, you're the best. read more

Five stars does not do Kean justice! He is the most honest mechanic in all of Simi Valley! All of my family takes their cars to him because he is honest and very well priced! He will always show you the piece that is broken and if your car does not need repair he will tell you so. You can't beat that!!! read more

Really nice to know there are still honest people running businesses. This is a legit mechanic that won't try to scam you in any way. He's the only mechanic my dad uses and now is the only mechanic I will use. read more

My wife and I have been taking our vehicles to Kean's for over 15 years. My daughter takes her car there as well as my Mom and I have referred Kean to many friends and co-workers. He is my number one choice when it comes to car and truck repairs and we even get our smog checks done there. He is quick to diagnose what is wrong and quick to call and let you know what needs to be done, how long it will take and how much it will cost. I highly recommend Keans. read more

"0" is my rating. Very sad. Several years ago took my automotive business to Keans. Ken is the owner. I was loyal to Ken for at least three years. Ken used to loan his truck to me while he worked on my vehicles for various reasons. I always payed my bills. I never hesitated to ask questions however I never complained and was quite happy with his attitude and service. I would recommend Keans to people for service. Over time I noticed his quality had become lax. I found myself in a financial bind and was forced to be more frugal with my spending. I am not a mechanic however I am mechanically inclined and have worked on cars and trucks since I was a pre-teen in the 1960's. I needed new breaks and decided to change them myself. I had a 1997 Chevy Silverado 2500. I sold the truck last year. I had changed the breaks before however, Keans Automotive was the last to perform the task. In order to remove the hub cap I had to first remove the plastic lug nut caps. As I removed the first one, to my shock not only did the plastic cap come off but the lug came off with it. As I continued and removed two more plastic caps that were fused to the lugs, pieces of the plastic hub cap fell out from behind the cap. To my TOTAL amazement as I removed the wrench the entire hub cap fell off. I still had two or three lugs to go. If you've ever changed a tire the metal lug nuts have to be properly tightened THEN any beauty accessory is connected. After replacing the breaks and lug nuts I confronted Ken, and presented the lug nuts which were still wrapped in black plastic to him. He denied any involvement. I explained to Ken exactly how dangerous it was to send me down the road with wheels that could have loosened and potentially flown off the truck putting myself, my children and other drivers at risk of injury and or death. Ken indignantly offered to pay for half the cost of the hub caps. He was very adamant in his stance and would pay only after I located and payed for the new hub caps first. As politely as I could I explained to Ken how he could fit those hub caps up his ass,,, sideways. I found out later that he had his way with me and my wallet through another repair he had performed. He got me for about $750 on that one. I had a leak in the heater core which Ken said was only accessible be removing the dash. Years later I needed to have the dash removed again in order to replace the solenoids/motors that controlled the louvers that directed the flow of air along the dash. The mechanic working on my truck approached me and asked if I'd ever had the heater core replaced. I said, "well ya. How did you know and why would you ask?" He showed me where the previous shop, Keans had cut a hole in the plastic part of the dash that covered the heater core and made the swap without removing the dash. Then they glued and screwed the piece back on saving Keans quite a few hours of labor yet still charging me the full amount for the repair. Beware the smiling man at Keans. He's patting you on the back with one hand and picking your pocket with the other. read more