By far the best experience I have ever had at a repair shop. From the 1st visit and test drive to…read morethe moment vehicle was done Angel was very informative and always kept in contact. Got my vehicle in for a transmission rebuild and it was completed in the time frame given, and techs did a great job. I would definitely recommend Father & Son Transmission to any of my family and friends in the future.

I called to get an estimate for a tranny service, and was immediately cut off. They don't service…read moreor repair transmissions at all, they ONLY REBUILD. So if you pay attention to the reviews, something is extremely funny. Reviews say they check wires and double check this and that. Call, and they charge 3k and above for a rebuild, nothing else.? The reviews don't match, which is a red flag to me. GOOD LUCK! They don't do $350-$150 jobs, they only do 3k and above. Just a heads up..

Very impressed with both the work and the integrity of this shop. I brought them a Subaru with an…read moreintermittent transmission fault that had triggered several warning lights. They spent 2 1/2 days trying to duplicate and isolate the problem, thoroughly checked the external wiring harness, and tested the suspected speed sensor. Everything checked out and the transmission continued to operate normally. Rather than guess or start replacing parts at my expense, they installed a used but known-good speed sensor they had available and told me to drive it and come back if the problem returns. At that point they can continue troubleshooting with at least two possible causes eliminated. Sometimes the best repair shop is the one willing to say, "We can't reproduce the problem, the transmission is functioning normally, and we don't want to charge you for work we can't justify." Five stars earned.

I am writing this review to warn future customers about my unacceptable experience with Affordable…read moreTransmission and Auto Repair Center regarding an ATRA nationwide warranty repair. Background and Initial Service: My vehicle's transmission was rebuilt a few months ago by a different authorized ATRA shop. Due to a recent move, the original shop authorized me to bring the car to this affiliate location, a 30-mile drive from my new home, for a warranty diagnosis. Upon drop-off on 11/18/2025, the front desk employee immediately became cold and dismissive when I mentioned the words "warranty repair." The Issue & The Refusal to Diagnose: The problem is specific and reproducible: when the car is cold, driving downhill causes the transmission to shift into what feels like neutral. Pressing the gas results in rising RPMs but no movement, forcing me to shut the engine off and restart it to re-engage the drive. After two days, I received a call informing me they could not reproduce the issue and were refusing to work on the car. I explained to Miguel that the condition requires a cold start and a specific downhill coast, asking them to try again or keep the car longer. He flatly refused any further testing, stating they were done with the vehicle. Integrity Violation and Fraudulent Documentation: Since they refused to honor the warranty, I requested a written reason for the denial of service, which is standard procedure. Miguel went to review my paperwork. When he returned, he presented a form and demanded I sign it before he would provide any written explanation. This form was an explicit waiver where I would acknowledge that the issue I claimed was not present and that their testing proved my claim was false. I refused to sign a document that was contrary to reality, as the transmission issue is demonstrably still present. The Threat and Escalation: Because I refused to sign the false waiver, Miguel refused to give me any written denial and escalated the situation. He told me he wouldn't help me anymore because I was "not a nice person." When I stated I would write an accurate review of this unprofessional experience, he raised his voice and began threatening me: Threats of litigation. Explicit threats of physical harm to myself and/or my property at my home. Threats to contact my employer to have me fired. I immediately took my keys and walked to my car, with Miguel following me out of the office, continuing to curse and issue threats. This behavior is far beyond poor customer service; it is menacing, unprofessional, and a direct failure to honor the ATRA warranty program. The shop refused to perform due diligence, attempted to force me to sign a false legal document, and threatened my physical safety. Avoid this business at all costs. Date of Visit: 11/18/2025+11/22/2025 Employee Name: Miguel (Front Desk)

I'm updating my review because I was contacted by Robert, the owner, who kindly let me know that he…read moreunderstood my position and concerns. He was genuinely concerned about my negative experience and went above and beyond to make things right. That says an extraordinary amount about the pride he takes in his business and shows that he is an honest businessman who stands behind his work and customers. While the original situation was frustrating, I truly appreciate the effort and professionalism shown in resolving the matter. I believe it's important to update reviews when a business makes an effort to correct a problem, and in this case they absolutely followed through in the end. Thank you for doing the right thing and standing behind your customer.

I went in to get my transmission looked at and he was very honest and upfront with me about it…read more Easily could have nickel and dimed me but he didn't even charge me for the hour they spent working on it trying to figure out what's wrong. I would highly recommend them.

I brought my car in for a diagnostic because it was slipping and jerking while driving. John took a…read morelook at it and called me about an hour later. He explained that the transmission was having trouble shifting into third gear and would eventually need to be rebuilt. He also provided an estimate for the repair. Since the car is older, I decided not to invest additional money in rebuilding the transmission. Even though I chose not to proceed with the service, John still took the time to explain my options and recommend what I should do next. He went above and beyond, especially considering that the diagnostic was free. I truly appreciate John's honesty, helpful recommendations, and excellent customer service. I highly recommend him.

El Monte Transmission deserves all the stars. John, his son Jonathan, and the entire team took care…read moreof every one of my car‑related needs far beyond what I expected. I felt genuinely cared for and never once felt taken advantage of--something that's sadly rare nowadays. This is a truly honest family business, and their integrity shows in every interaction. Fast, reliable service, excellent communication, and real kindness. I recommend them to everyone. Thank you all so much for giving me the best experience possible under stressful car‑trouble circumstances!!!

Always friendly and professional customer service. Changed out the motor in my VW Atlas, runs…read moregreat!

All automatic transmission did a great job. Transmission specialists are very knowledgeable on…read morerepairing and diagnosing transmission mission problems. Joel was great in calling me to up date me on status of my car.

First brought my truck here in 2003 & the transmission lasted 23 years. So when it went out again I…read morebrought it back to Boston's, & it's still open, & doing great. Joe, the owner, is a stand up guy. Fair pricing & takes time with his customers, & his shop is clean & organized. More ppl need to support mom & pop businesses like this one.

My transmission went out in my 2012 Toyota Corolla. Was recommended my family members. Took in, Joe…read morethe owner explained everything in detail. Called back when he said he would, respected and treated great. Will recommend him for the work and the way they treat you. Very pleased

I took my 2014 Mustang to HT Transmission for repair I was greeted by staff very welcoming and…read moreprofessional. The pricing for repair was fair and work done in a timely and professional manner. Their workmanship was done as agreed. Neil F

Great fast service with a good guarantee…read more Finally got my car up and running after three months and countless other shops that could not help my jeep get out of limp mode- including the two other transmission shops. i was in disbelief and so happy to finally find the right help. I got my transmission rebuild here and that was the fix after other shop suspected electrical or computer problems. thank you armando!

I was a bit hesitant about writing this review, but after one last phone call with Israel (manger),…read moreit feel obligated to let people know. I had a very disappointing experience with California Transmission. I came in looking to swap Chevy Astro transmission and the high selling point with California transmission would be completed in a one day turnaround. However, unfortunately, I found myself having to call the shop multiple times for an update, and we're constantly hesitant to update me. In the end up having to wait three days to get my vehicle To make matters worse, they failed to properly reconnect my oil dipstick to the engine block, which is a basic but critical oversight. I know that mistakes are common, however, granted to the fact that Israel emphasize how professional they are 25 years of experience, I am surprised something like that went unnoticed so I went ahead and give them a call today and after the vulgar conversation, he gave me I decided that I ultimately had a write a review. Overall, the lack of professionalism and attention to detail makes it hard to recommend this shop. I will provide photos below to show that I am a true customer and not a fake reviewer.

I needed a new transmission for my 02 Yukon and Israel was very helpful with working with me and…read morewith payment options. Good quality work and the best price around with warranty. I had my truck in a day turnaround which was pretty impressive seeing how many cars they were working on. One of his guys even replaced my loose, faulty window controls without mentioning. I will most definitely be back (knocks on wood*) if ever needed!

Great service, nice people and the coolest cat ever. Went in here for a set of new tires. The…read moreprice was reasonable and the service was great. While waiting, their cat spent the whole time in my lap.

Saved our family camping trip! My fully loaded vehicle, loaded with 7 of us (3 of them kids) were…read moreon our way to Pismo to camp when (of course) our trailer for a flat somewhere in Maricopa on the side of the road - 20 mins from the nearest tire store. We found the tires we needed at Smith & Son Tire after a quick phone call. Unfortunately, being panicked, rushed, and sure lets blame the heat while we're at it - we didn't bring the tire. Argh. We decided to drive all the way back, pick up the tires (we decided to replace both) and back again to have them replace the tires. Putting back our trip 2 hours at this point (a lifetime for kids haha). While pulling out to go pick them up, the man at the front Derrick, stopped us and went and spoke to one of his guys and told us he was going to send his guy out to follow us and replace both tires. Words don't describe how GRATEFUL we were!!! Jose followed us out the full 20 mins and replaced our tires quickly and efficiently :) I didn't even know kind people like this still existed. Thank you again for making what could've been a long stressful situation much quicker and easier than it would've been. You guys are AWESOME :)