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    L & A Muffler Auto Repair

    4.6 (27 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Auto transmission repair

    Oil changes

    Routine automotive maintenance

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    Scrape damage :-(
    Kenyon B.

    So on Thursday night/Friday morning (overnight), 7/17/2020, my vehicle was side swiped in a phantom hit and run accident. I decided to replace side mirror so my friend recommended I reach out to Larry at L & A Muffler Auto Repair in Gardena. I ended up replacing both mirrors and not paint the new replacement silver. I dropped my car off and it was ready in 45 minutes! He even cleaned the scrape damage to the point where it looks like new. I highly recommend this establishment for anyone seeking complete auto repair and a sense of security. Ask for Larry! Thanks Kim, I am happy you referred me!

    Larry and Manuel did a rebuild in my 55 Bel Air.

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    Been going here for years. Larry is honest and his work is great. 10 out of 10, highly recommend.

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    Hands down best quality work &. Very communicative .They take the time to explain the work that is being performed on your vehicle

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    GREAT service! He knows how to do everything! He's so kind & patient. I would REALLY recomendable this place.

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    Great mechanic and great price. Brought him a 1970 charger and he already found out all the issues wrong with her.

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    Brought my 2017 330i one day but said he was busy, wasn't problem said next week worked so i came.

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    Torrance Motors

    4.8
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    Had 1.25" front leveling spacers installed along with an alignment on my RAV4. Dropped it off right…read morewhen they opened at 8:30 AM and it was ready by lunchtime. The alignment was slightly off at first, but they told me to bring it back and got it dialed in perfectly the following day. They stand behind their work and even told me to come back if anything needed to be re-torqued after the suspension settled. The results came out great. The stance looks much better with the factory rake reduced, and the ride quality still feels smooth and OEM-like. No noises, vibrations, or issues afterward. The vehicle drives straight and handles great. Professional service, quality work, and solid communication throughout the process. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a clean leveling spacer install done right.

    Torrance Motors took great care of my 2014 Chevy Spark and made what could've been a stressful…read morerepair feel smooth and straightforward. They replaced both suspension control arms and clearly broke down the costs for me upfront with no surprises, no pressure, just honest work. The team was professional, communicative, and efficient. You can tell they know what they're doing and actually care about getting you back on the road safely. Pricing felt fair for the work done, especially for something as important as suspension. I'd definitely come back and recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable shop in the area.

    Aces Auto Body

    Aces Auto Body

    4.8
    (253 reviews)

    After my car was vandalized, a friend referred me to Ace's, and I'm so glad they did. My car is a…read more2011 with low miles and has always been in great condition, so I was worried about the repairs. Scott at Ace's immediately put my mind at ease and assured me he would take good care of it. During the disassembly, Scott discovered previous damage that had never been reported and had actually been glued together. Instead of overlooking it, he worked with my insurance company to make sure the car was repaired the right way. From start to finish, the entire process was smooth and stress-free. Ace's had me in a rental car the same day I reported the claim, and about a week and a half later my car was ready. I honestly think it looks better than when I bought it. The paint is flawless, the headlights are crystal clear, the alignment is perfect, and the overall finish makes it feel like a brand-new car. I truly appreciate Scott and the entire team at Ace's for their professionalism, excellent communication, and quality workmanship. I highly recommend them to anyone who needs collision repairs.

    I sent photos of my Tacoma damage (front left side bumper) to this shop and was quoted around…read more$4,000-$5,000 without even seeing the car in person. To be safe, I sent the exact same photos to a few other body shops, and their estimates came back much lower. One shop estimated around $1,800 for repair and repaint based on the same pictures. That's a huge difference and made the first quote feel very inflated. I strongly recommend getting multiple estimates before committing to repairs here. Transparency and fair pricing matter, and customers deserve reasonable quotes.

    Japanese Auto Center

    Japanese Auto Center

    4.6
    (664 reviews)

    May 29,2026 I went to Japanese Auto Center (JAC) in May 2026…read moreto get my PT Cruiser served. The staff at JAC was very friendly and professional. My Service Tech was Roger very knowledgeable I highly recommend JAC for all of your Auto Repairs . i will definitely used JAC for future auto repair.

    I used to work right down the street from Japanese Auto Center (JAC) since the early 2000s, but…read moretypically take my vehicle to the dealership for service. Looking back, that was a mistake. Recently, I needed to replace the evaporator core and expansion valve for my A/C, and the dealership quoted me almost twice what JAC did. Since it was such an expensive repair, I decided to give JAC a try, and I'm so glad I did. The first thing that impressed me was the size of the shop. They have multiple service bays, not just in the main area but in another section as well. More importantly, the customer service was outstanding. Whenever I called with a question, Kevin didn't have someone else relay the information--he got on the phone himself and kept me updated every step of the way. When the replacement part they received turned out to be defective, they handled it quickly and made it right without any hassle. Another thing I really appreciated was the complimentary rides to and from my home while my car was being repaired. Maria and Mario were both incredibly kind. Maria mentioned she had recently joined JAC after working as a parts driver for another company, and she had nothing but positive things to say about the people there, which spoke volumes to me. Then, over the weekend, while driving to Orange County and finally enjoying my cold A/C, I started hearing a strange wind noise coming from my convertible top. I thought maybe a seal had come loose, but when I got home and looked under the car, I discovered my engine splash shield had torn loose and was scraping the road. I called JAS right away, and they immediately contacted the parts department, ordered the replacement, and took care of it quickly. I want to thank the entire team. From Kevin, Roger, and Dan to Maria and Mario, everyone I dealt with was professional, honest, and genuinely helpful. It's hard to find a repair shop you can trust, but I can honestly say I trust JAC. They may not give your vehicle a courtesy wash before you leave, but if you're saving $$ is it really worth it? If you're looking for a great place to have your vehicle serviced, I highly recommend giving them a try.

    A-One Auto Center

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    4.5
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    Efrain was respectful, courteous, helpful, and highly skilled in auto body repair. He worked on my…read moregray Prius last month. I initially intended to use the other party's insurance; however, I ended up paying out of pocket and working directly with the shop. There were some unexpected issues during the process, but Efrain listened to my concerns and took the time to make things right. He professionally refinished the rear bumper area, smoothed the surface properly, and matched the paint much better than I expected. I especially appreciated that he was willing to keep working on the details until the result looked clean and natural again. In the end, I was very happy with how my Prius turned out. Thank you, Efrain!

    Honestly, I don't even know where to begin!! This shop was amazing to me from start to finish. As…read moresoon as I walked in, they were upfront and transparent about pricing for my brakes and other repairs. They even did a full inspection and cleaning (including a full engine bay clean and diagnostic check) to really see what was going on so they could give me honest and accurate recommendations. The pricing was more than fair! Especially as a woman! I really appreciated how genuine and respectful they were. You don't always get that at other shops, but here I felt completely taken care of and never overcharged. Chris took the time to break everything down for me, explaining what needed to be fixed first and what could wait, which I truly valued. Miguel Angel at the front desk was so kind and welcoming, and Yennie was a great host and took care of my car! I'm so happy with everything and will definitely be coming back this Friday to get the rest of the work done. This place honestly feels like home. I'll be recommending them to all my friends and family HANDS DOWN! This is where I'll be coming every time I need anything for my car!

    Master Tech

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    4.9
    (235 reviews)

    I take my car to Master Tech for all mechanical repairs, routine service and body work. They are…read morethe best! Herbert, the owner, is a knowledgeable mechanic and has a skillful crew. He thoroughly explains the work to be done, any options and tries to find economical solutions. He's caring, professional and provides great customer service. Repairs When the mechanics repair something, it's fixed. I have never had to return. They are very skillful. They fixed a tricky problem with a headlight at a fraction of the cost others quoted. Honest Herbert is honest. He doesn't do unnecessary repairs. For example, Once I had a rattle whenever I started the car. He found a rock in the exhaust pipe and removed it. Body work I recently took my car in for some body work, The cost of the repairs was less than I expected. The car came back looking like new and the paint matched perfectly. Beautiful! I just want to say THANKS to Herbert and his crew and to recommend them highly! Rosann Taylor

    Herbert was a big help for me with getting my 2016 Honda accord touring fixed. I had taken it to…read moremultiple mechanics AND the dealer, and no one could tell me exactly what my issue was and just be straight with me. I had an emissions system issue that gave me the code 'P0139'. The first mechanic I took it to last year told me that it was a simple o2 sensor issue (rightfully so considering the code I was getting), yet when he replaced the sensor, the light continually came on. So he replaced it again, and replaced another o2 sensor on the vehicle (according to him). When none of that worked, he told me that my catalytic converter was faulty, and that I was going to have to pay roughly 8k for a new one. Safe to say I didn't believe him, nor did I stick around and simply take his word for it. I started making calls and, at first, genuinely believed that I was going to have to come up with the 8k by summer 2026 (when my smog inspection was due). I thought at one point I was sold a faulty vehicle too and even tried to receive compensation for the error. Turns out that wasn't the case, and even if it was, there wasn't much I could about it anymore. I took it to others who quoted me ridiculous prices for a simple diagnostic, I took it to others that just simply couldn't tell me what was wrong, and then to make things more confusing, the light would go on and off and would even go off long enough for me to pass smog!!! (Even though the first guy I went to said my catalytic converter was bad). Then, I looked online and found Master Tech. Great reviews, great location in the South Bay (Torrance), and fair pricing. Diagnostic was about 160, which would go toward repairs if needed, and if they couldn't find the issue I'd pay zero dollars! When I first got there, already Herbert pointed out things no mechanic pointed out before. I was told and under the impression that all my sensors were new and changed... they weren't. He also informed me that my vehicle was an American built one (not Japanese or Canadian, which I heard can make all the difference in quality). That's information that, although wasn't a huge concern, let me know that this guy paid attention to detail and really cared about what he was doing. He then told me to leave it with him later on in the week so he could give the vehicle TLC (tender love and care), and to be comfortable with not having my vehicle for a couple days (wasn't a problem at all). Eventually he gets back to me after a day and lets me know that the sensor had to be changed out with an oem one, as the previous mechanic put in an aftermarket one. On the day that I picked the car up and paid for the install, we both hopped in and took it for a ride, and the engine was running smooth like butter now. No more rich running (causing my gas to burn faster), and no more harsh shifting. He then hands me over the old sensor and informs me that I should go get my money back from the other mechanic. It turns out, the other guy was trying to screw me over (surprise, surprise!), whereas Herbert was honest and righteous. The piece the other mechanic put in was a Bosch sensor, made specifically for German made vehicles. Smh. It was for VOLKSWAGENS and the like ONLY. He was just trying to get me to pay him thousands, and perhaps allow me to further damage my engine and transmission from the issues he was forcing my vehicle to go thru for the time that it wasn't working properly due to a lazy, incompatible o2 sensor. I was relieved that I found Herbert who was able to help me and install the correct piece for a fair price (443 roughly, as opposed to the almost 700 dollars the dealer would've tried to charge me). I like his style, and he is definitely a righteous mechanic. Thank you bro!

    L & A Muffler Auto Repair - autorepair - Updated August 2026

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