This is a family-owned mom-and-pop repair shop that's been in Oakland for years. It may not be well-known to newcomers, but they're the real deal. The owner is friendly, direct, and honest--and they truly know cars. I brought in my 2004 Honda S2000 and 2008 C63 AMG for maintenance and repairs. If you know these cars, you know they're not the easiest to work on. These cars are basically my babies. Both were handled with great care, and the pricing was fair, transparent, and completely justified. Highly recommended. read more

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I had the brake pads and rotors replaced on my Honda Civic. The price was fair, the work was good, the service was fast, and the people were friendly. Great experience! Would recommend. read more

Brought my Tundra in and the young boys were super nice and knowledgeable. They rotated and balanced my tires and even recommended that I get new bushings and an alignment Good guys/gals here read more

The owner (Son) is exceptional and consistently provides great, quality auto maintenance service! He will trouble shoot and will take extra efforts to provide a reasonable solution. If in the end, it's not something he can fix, he will be honest and tell you ! Great integrity! Costs are also reasonable! Great value for your dollars! I've been a consistent customer for over 20 years! read more

Well lit, tidy and nice spot for gas. Feels safe. Surprised to see e85 on tap. The folks working here were friendly too. Will be coming back. read more

Came here for smog and was well-taken care of! Easy and simple service at a good price! read more

MacArthur Shell Gas and Auto Services - Star smog check - Auto Repair Near Me - Oakland, California

I stopped by here and filled up my car with gas. I noticed my tire was low and so I asked the lady at the register if she could turn on the air for me. You should know that it is California law that gas stations provide free compressed air. So anyway, the lady was very nice and asked me to go ask the man working at the auto service center to help me. Like a good citizen I headed over to talk to him and in my nicest tone ask for help. Well, the response I got blew me away quite literally. Like damn he was rude!!!! He yelled at me that he could not do that for me and told me to leave. Remember I literally just purchased $70 worth of gasoline and I was never rude nor demanding. He simply looked at me and decided he wasn't helping me. Frankly, there was no reason to be treated like I was a piece of *%#&. I was having a great morning too and was all jolly when all of a sudden this awful human who owns this place decided to do this. Not ok and luckily I didn't it get to me. But since it was such a terrible experience I figured you should be aware. How do you have the nerve to be this rude to your neighbors is beyond me. It's sad bc im sure it's a small ma'&pa' shop but you don't get to treat people in your neighborhood like this especially in this state of the world. So I'd suggest avoiding this place. Don't go here unless you want to get yelled at for absolutely zero reason. read more

These guys know what they're doing and you can tell they get a lot of repeat customers. You may have to wait a bit, but many customers just drop off their car and pick up later. Happy with the repair they made and was decently priced. Will keep them in mind if needed again. read more

Have taken a few different cars here for various things over the years. Great service, affordable, straight forward communication.

Anh Son has been servicing cars in my family for 20 years. He runs a high quality business: responsive, honest, reliable. While some costs, perhaps labor, has gone up over the years, I have peace of mind bringing my car here because things get fixed with no fuss. read more

My smog check services were on point. The mechanic who assisted me was knowledgeable, informative, and friendly. I value that. Thank you read more

First let me say they did do some prior work on my car.They replaced the serpentine belt, they put in a new fuel pump, an oil pressure senser. But that when the problem started, they tested my oil pump , after that my car started making a strange noise. So when I took the car back to them, Son said it was my alternator, need to replace $799.00, they replaced the alternator, I pay them get in my car the noise is still there. I'm hey you guys didn't fix the problem, he says drive it a while and see what happens. Then I take it back to them , they work on it all day , I get my car back the noise is still there. So Son was cool he gave me my money back. I tell him ill just take it to the ford dealer. The next day my car won't start battery not charged, I call AAA get it jumped. They very next day I go to start the car, battery dead. Now im upset, Son misdiagnosed the problem , and put in a bad alternator. I call him and say you guys screwed up my car. At first he said the alternator he put in was fine. After he had my car all day, he says the alternator he put in was no good, and he would put my the alternator he took out my car back in. They keep my car over night. I go to get my car finally the strange noise is gone. But guess what, not my check engine light is on. They had changed my oil two weeks before, but now my oil Is dark and dirty. I call hey Son what did you guys do to my car. Son tells me he does not want to work on my car, take it somewhere else. I tell you worked on my car now the check engine light is on. He ignores my calls. I had never had any problem with there work before. Also his brother Broke my oil dip stip, and had to replace it. I believe that's why my oil is dirty bottom line is they used to do good work, I don't know what happened .Zero stars. read more

Came in here for a quick smog check. Service was fast and great. Team here also helped repair my vehicle to help pass emissions.

Top notch service, the mechanics are one of the best in town. I've been going there for over 15 years.

Brought my car in for a slow leak in one tire. Chris took the tire off to investigate - nothing in it, no major problems with the valve stem. He tightened the valve stem and suggested that if that didn't fix it I might need a new tire, and didn't even charge! Super helpful and trustworthy. read more

I went in to get air put in my lumpy tires, and a guy asked if he wants me to check for a nail. Yes, please, and thank you! Chris found the nails, took it out and patched up the tire. Basic stuff right? No. The power goes out while he's doing all this and I didn't have enough cash to pay him. I'm asking for zelle or Venmo info, and he's like no. Just pay it forward. Thank you for your help, Chris! read more

Super helpful, quick, honest and reasonable service. My car wasn't starting without having to be jumpstart. I took it to this one auto shop that had replaced my alternator one month ago for them to check on the issue. They tested the alternator and the battery and claimed it was the starter. I was going to pay an additional $400 within 2 months to get my car fixed, but everyone told me prior that it should be the battery I was recommended by a friend to come here instead and it turns out it was just a weak battery. I had it replaced within less than 30 minutes and all was well again. Saved me money and a ton of hassle! read more

I took my Ford Windstar van to Firestone and was given a $3000 estimate for repairs to the suspension and shocks. I couldn't afford the repairs at the time, but when I could, I took the van here. They charged me half that amount and had the repairs completed the next day. I'll be coming back. read more

My car was vibrating when driving at high speeds (65+mph) and I needed some new tires. Gave the owner a call and took the car in for some new tires (tire balance and rotation also) and to diagnose the issue of the vibration. The mechanic was able to find the problem and fix the car in only a day! Turns out that the front lower arms of my car needed to be replaced. Highly recommend for fast and responsive service! Cost was also generous. read more

I take all the cars here for services and repairs. Family owned business. Honest and quality service. Highly recommend this shop.

Today my car wouldn't start. I don't go back to the dealers because they are way too expensive. So, called AAA and had a tow truck on its way. Found Son Nguyen thru NextDoor reviews. Called at 1pm , got towed there and picked my car up at 5:30pm Fixed. $232.00 Wow! A $74 sensor needed to be replaced. These guys were fast, professional. read more

At first I was really really sad that my beloved Chevron had to switch to Valero but the service really hasn't changed. Its still really nice to stop by here. Still my go to place for gas read more

Son has been our mechanic for years, servicing five different cars of our family. He is terrific, a great mechanic who is incredibly honest and helpful. I would not consider going to another mechanic. read more

Best Family owned, honest auto repair shop in the East Bay area. The have competitively priced and mounted/balanced tires for me on my track cars as well as diagnosing drivability issues for my dailies. Service is always friendly and efficient. 10/10 read more

I was about to leave on a road trip and noticed that there were is a small leak of some fluid underneath the front of my car. Alarmed and concerned, I went to AMA, but they turned me away is too busy, but told me that this place might be able to help. And they did! Son told me to just pull the car right up, he put it on a rack, looked where I said the fluid was coming from, identified it as a minor gear oil leak from the axle-transmission juncture, and said it would be fine to drive on until we got back. He also checked all the cars fluids, and poured in some extra brake fluid Because it was at the minimum. He only charged me $30. Very nice that he made the time to help somebody in a jam. I'll be back for service here in the future. read more

This is a review for the auto services. Son was able to help get an older car smogged for me as well as fix a broken window that had literally occurred an hour before I brought it it. Son was able to find the part at a pick and pull and was able to get the car ready to go in just two business days over the long weekend. Fast service and fair price for auto services and I would highly recommend bringing your vehicle to Son. read more

Son Nguyen and his mechanics provide efficient, cost effective and friendly service. I always recommend his auto repair shop to friends and family who need car repair. Son is a very honest person who is also very reliable. I have been taking my car to him to over 10 years. When purchasing a used car in 2012, I was able to take the car to him to check it out for any problems before purchasing. He did find an issue (cracked battery) so the car company immediately put in a new battery and I bought the car. read more

Hey Valero, I assume you've got some cameras that record license plates and cars and whatnot, right? Well when I call you to tell you, "I was mugged at gunpoint, and the 2 guys who did it attempted to use my card at your station at this specific time".... I would think you might be a little more helpful.. maybe tell me what I'd need to do in order to get this footage. Instead? Click! (dialtone). read more

So I came here for an oil change. "Come back in one hour." I came back. "Can you come back in one hour?" Me: "i just did." "Do you want to drop the car off?" Me: "You have my car, where am I supposed to go?" I get the car back and there is a shit load of oil stains on my driver's seat upholstery. I tell them about it and he gets an oil filled rag to wipe it down and I tell him that I'll get it cleaned myself and leave before something else bad happens. Lastly, I drive the car home and it's smoking like crazy because they spilled oil all over the engine and the oil is burning off. Don't go here for anything. If you mess up an oil change I'm sure you're going to be messing up any other kind of repair/maintenance. read more

Awesome Service here!! I had Chris work on my car for new tires, smog check, and an oil change. His recommendations for my tired were perfect and the service was fast! This place is great, super trustworthy and reliable. Never going anywhere else for car service again! read more

Had oxygen sensors replaced. Was not given an estimate when I dropped off my car and had to keep calling to check in and see what was going on with the job. They ended up taking nearly five full days to do it. I called ahead of time to let them know when I would be picking up my car, and when I arrived I was completely blocked in. The repair was done, but would not recommend servicing your car here. read more

Was recommended by a friend, and I've been coming here ever since. Son is very friendly and honest. My car had a major oil leak and needed new tires. He showed me different tire options and looked at the rest of my car to make sure it was running right after fixing the problem. They got it done by the next day. Excellent service and friendly people all around. read more

Went for an oil change, and about my brakes and other things since I planned to haul a trailer long distance. All the manager kept saying was that everything was too expensive -- including saying that about the $50 oil change. When they told me my car was done, all they had done was the oil change and change the lights in the upper brake light for a marked up price (and while most were burnt out, I had just changed out a couple of them, yet they replaced all of them). When I asked about the other issues, he said I had 3 separate leaks but wouldn't give me a price. When I pressed, he said several thousands but still wouldn't give me a direct answer. Finally, I asked about my brakes and he said they were fine. They were not. So not only are they incompetent and/or liars, they were a putting my life at risk by pretending to have looked at my brakes-- the whole reason I went to them in the first place. They had come as a referral, and I told my friend never again to refer this place to anyone. Went to another repair place: European Auto Repair off Berry Street in Hayward. Naimat, the mechanic, was amazing!!! IMMEDIATELY saw the issue (brake & rotors), and didn't see any mysterious leaks. It's worth it to drive to Hayward. read more

Son and his team have been very helpful over the years. Great to have an honest and dependable mechanic in the neighborhood.

These guys are the best!!! I brought my car in after Meineke gave me a quote if nearly $1000 for my CV joints to be replaced, Sonny did it for a little over half of their price and SUPER fast. Cant say enough good things about this garage. read more

Son is great as well as the others that work there. I have been taking my car there for about 3 years now for various things. They are always fixed quickly and I'm always happy. The prices are very fair and I never have to worry. read more

Son is the best mechanic ever! I really trust him and he is very capable. We are so lucky that Son's place is so close to our house. He fixed an electrical problem really fast on our 2005 Corola today and I need to post a positive review finally. I have had him do clutch jobs, brakes, tune-ups, everything. Super personable and like a super man!! Go here, seriously. read more

I noticed that my car was leaking oil, so took it into a mechanic. They told me that whomever changed my oil previously put the drain plug in crooked, causing the threads to wear and the oil pan needing to be replaced. This will cost $400. I called Sun (owner) and he said he would replace the oil pan if it needed to be replaced. I appreciate this offer, however, I am wary to trust this shop again and don't want to waste my time/energy. read more

Son did me right. I had a battery cable problem that I tried to fix myself. Son said it would be $100 just to get under the hood and he would call if it would cost much more than that. He called said it was fixed and charges me $100. I could have tried myself with a $20 kragen part but worth just having a professional do it so my car wouldn't stall on freeway. read more

Son has been doing my repairs for years is straight shooter. If you treat him with respect he'll do the same for you. I'm glad to recommend him and to have him in our neighborhood. read more