I am very lucky that I found this wonderful team of businessmen that happen to be great mechanics. I've been with them 20 yrs now and today was fortunate enough to buy a new used car. Emil and Jr looked at it and gave me three important repairs that were needed based on his critical eye. You need a dr a lawyer and a mechanic in your phone. My input is add these guys ! Thank you read more

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I took my 2012 Honda Civic CNG in for an inspection since it was having issues. Great guys, super nice and very thorough in the inspection. They were able to take a look the same day. Highly recommend -Sam read more

Brought my car in to be inspected...having a couple issues, because of course life throws these fun situations just when things seem somewhat calm ...I was greeted by Emile, who was super friendly, professional, experienced, knowledgeable, most importantly put my mind at ease...I was already panicking that I needed to throw down thousands of dollars that I don't have lol. Thankfully he gave me amazing recommendations, made sure my car was safe to drive, and explained my situation in a way that didn't make me feel like a total loser for not getting work done immediately. I am so grateful a friend recommended this place to me. I will 100% be coming back, for all services. Thanks again Emile for taking care of me and giving me recommendations without pressure. You guys are awesome! read more

Gave me a great quote for an oil change, staff seemed very friendly, and it took no more than 45 minutes.

Single Ladies,,,,this is a safe place to take your car!! I was told that my alternator needed to be replaced by another shop. Jr. was very helpful and said that they have a way to test the alternator before replacing it. When I came in, Emil helped me and tested my car. I'm so happy with his report that my alternator is good. I told him that women are always looking for someone they can trust with repairs for their car. He agreed and said he had several sisters and understood my concerns. So grateful to have found Emil and Jr.:) read more

If you want a good and HONEST mechanic this is the place to go!! As a woman, dealing with car issues is not always fun, they changed this for me. I felt so comfortable here :) They do not upsell you or make stories up (like the dealership does) and use scare tactics. They lead with safety! Thank you Mike and Emil for making this experience easy!! Finding an honest mechanic has been the highlight of my year if I am being honest :) So grateful! read more

Quality shop, with more importantly Quality customer service. Brought my Infiniti Q50. Have extremely nice wheels, suspension set-up, etc and had full faith they were to take care of my car as it's my own. They are extremely polite, upfront, and honest. They know what they are doing and will respect and perform quality work on your vehicle. read more

These guys are wonderful. I was referred to them by my boss and was treated with a ton of respect and care. Emil was very thorough on explaining what I needed done and helpful in coming up with a game plan to give my car the TLC that it needs. You can tell that these guys are very professional and honest from the start. Will definitely be a returning customer. Thank you again, guys! read more

I've been bringing my car to Mike's Advanced Auto for years, and Emil has been my go-to mechanic since day one. He's always gone above and beyond to make sure my car is running smoothly and that I fully understand what's being done. What I really appreciate is how genuine and trustworthy he is--he's never tried to upsell me or cut corners. Emil has also taken great care of my family's cars, and we all know we're in good hands with him. If you're looking for a shop that actually cares about their customers and does quality work every time, this is the place to go. read more

This was a great mechanic and took the time explaining what was needed and what was needed to fix the problem.

Honest and competent auto shop! I'll never go anywhere else. My car was in their shop for days getting diagnosed, getting tested for leaks and when the problem was found, they suggested that I think about the value of my car vs how much fixing it would be. I decided it wasn't worth fixing the problem and they gave me my car back at no cost!! Truly a gem of a place. My highest recommendation! read more

Service and communication was great. I went in for an oil change and did not get haggled to do additional work on my car, which was a breath of fresh air! They are now my forever mechanic! Will recommend to my friends and family. read more

Honest, Friendly, Highly Experienced, Professional, Prompt (and also Certified CNG / NATURAL GAS Pros) -- Mike's shop is a veteran-owned family business that our family will FOREVER trust to take care of our cars! I can't overstate the integrity of everyone here -- from Mike himself, to Emil (his son), and Junior (Mike's nephew), they're a team that can be ABSOLUTELY trusted to ETHICALLY maintain your vehicles... and do so at an *incredibly* FAIR price. Like finding a needle in a haystack -- our family is SO glad we found you Mike, Emil, & Junior!!! Having read **EVERY** review of yours on Yelp! and Google Maps prior to coming in -- when my father and I eventually met you all, it was *crystal* clear why you've rightfully earned a near perfect 5-Star rating!!! Not only is Mike MASTER ASE CERTIFIED for Service & Repairs, but he's also a certified FORD MASTER MECHANIC (having worked for Ford for close to a decade, before opening his current shop), as well an expert in DIESELs (thanks to his time in the military) ... and even LPG (Liquified Propane Gas) vehicles!!! (YES!!! I saw you working on a forklift on one of my recent visits! Ha!) Mike alone -- heck, he's been working on cars for nearly 4 decades!! Your jaw will drop when you see all the certifications proudly displayed on the walls of the lobby. Add in Emil & Junior's experience to the mix and you can stack a few more decades atop that. This family takes EXTREME pride in the business, as evidenced by the immaculate conditions in which they keep the shop. (Think I'm exaggerating? Check it out for yourself! Swing by the shop and take a peek inside their 2 rear roll-up doors!!! As automotive shops go, it's darn near clean enough to eat off the floors...). Everything is organized, well lit, lifts are nicely spaced, parts/machines/tools all have their place ... it's ALL laid out for maximum efficiency and attention to detail. Mike's been at his current location going on 18 years, and he's not going anywhere, as evidenced by the fact that he recently expanded -- doubling the space. The new 'footprint' is PERFECT from a customer's perspective, as it's plenty big to get you taken care of in a timely manner -- the exact opposite of those larger shops or dealerships that make you feel like just another 'number'. Now with twice the space, they're slated to increase from 3 existing lifts to an eventual 6 -- with aims of capacities accommodating *much* heavier vehicles. (everything up to the likes of 6 or 7 tons, I believe). As for anyone considering dropping their car off after-hours -- no worries!!! I did this for the first time, 2 weeks ago... and the exterior of the building (and parking lot) is surveilled by an *impressive* array of quality security cameras, and *excellent* lighting. I'd also be remiss in not pointing out that Mike and his team's unique expertise has garnered not only the trust of private vehicles owners such our family -- but also that of an impressive number of local cities/municipalities/Utilities who've *exclusively* contracted with MAAC (Mike's Advanced Auto Care) to maintain their *sizable* fleets of vehicles. (Oh... and FWIW... in the event this fact might have anyone thinking this might prolong the turnaround time of getting their personal vehicles in/out... I can personally attest that this has NEVER been the case. In the last 3 weeks alone, we've had 2 of our 4 cars 'in' and it's *never once* presented an issue.) Bottom line, Mike and team are the MOST HUMBLE, HONEST, PROFESSIONAL mechanics our family has EVER MET! Mike's got a heart of gold and ethics to match. Under his expertise and leadership, this is a shop one would be *foolish* to not work with!!!! God bless you Mike and team... your advice has ALWAYS been selfless, honest, and impeccable! Thank you for setting the benchmark by which all others should be judged!!! Immensely grateful, -Ted Bowersox & Family read more

Mikes Advanced Auto Care - Auto Repair Near Me - Mission Viejo, California

Hands down one of the best mechanic shops I've ever been to. The place was spotless, which immediately gave me a good feeling about how they run things. Everyone there was super honest and straightforward. They actually took the time to explain what was going on with my car and didn't push any unnecessary work. You can tell they care more about doing right by their customers than just making a quick buck. Prices were fair, service was quick, and I left feeling confident and taken care of. Definitely coming back and recommending to everyone I know. read more

I cannot recommend this shop enough! The people here are absolutely amazing, super knowledgeable, and genuinely care about their customers. I brought in my CNG car, and they took the time to explain everything to me. No question was too small, and they never made me feel like I was asking too much. It's rare to find a place where you feel this comfortable and confident leaving your car. Whether it's a simple concern or something more complicated, they always explain it with clarity and kindness. read more

After sifting through multiple locations in Orange County, my husband and I were so happy to find Mikes Advances Auto Care to continue maintenance service for our vehicles. My husband wanted someone who was knowledgeable of CNG, and this place had extensive knowledge and experience. It is a family owned automotive car place, where they truly treat their customers like family. Mike has served in the military and has worked with cars for over 25 years. What I appreciated about his consultations is that he is not looking to take advantage and seems to be genuine about the services he plans to provide. As someone not as knowledgeable in cars, I am prone to being taken advantage of but they are very fair about their prices and efficient in their services. For instance, my husbands car had a part that was recalled in CA so followed up with the local Honda dealer to get a price and Honda was very vague on whether they could provide that service stating they would have to diagnose the car first. They tried to charge over 400 dollars for a service that would only take less than one hour. We ended up taking the car to Mike and we had him look over the paperwork and the Honda dealer did not even put the appropriate codes so another mechanic can provide the service. Mike was able to complete the job at a fraction of the price. Additionally, when I got my oil change, the mechanic noticed some residue on my battery and cleaned it up without any charge! I am very happy w the services they provide and give 5 stars! read more

Very professional and patient when I asked questions about my Honda Civic NGV. Happy to find a good place that specializes in my vehicle.

Emil at Mikes Advanced Auto Care is an incredible mechanic. I bought my car from him for an affordable price and he was extremely helpful in informing me about the car and how it works. I brought the car by to the shop to be checked out, and was extremely pleased at Junior and Emil's ability to answer all of my questions and concerns. read more

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This has to be the best place in the LA OC area that I know of to have your Honda Civic GX worked on. Mike and Junior are honest and professional. I accidentally met Junior at a CNG Gas Station in Garden Grove. I asked Junior if he knew of a CNG mechanic and Wala! Junior took care of everything. Awesome service! read more

This place is an absolute gem! For myself it was like walking into that vintage show CHEEERS because that's how ALL the guys made me feel. Like my car, myself and wallet were safe amongst friends, along with a few chuckles here and there (I like that). I've been to so many places who have tried or have taken advantage of myself because I'm a female walking in needing assistance with my vehicle... Cha-Ching they see dollar signs!!! Mikes didn't ask me for payment of my soul. You can feel the feel the organic kindness from them. I really like this place. If it's a service they can provide, I will never go to anywhere else again. This place is my go to for here on out. Thank you Sultan for the stellar service! I'll be back! read more

Mikes Advanced Auto Care - Auto Repair Near Me - Mission Viejo, California

My family and I have been going to Mike's for the past 10 years now for everything related to our cars, and we will never change that. Let me tell you why: 1) You will never find anyone more friendly, honest, and hardworking than these guys. In I've a decade of going to Mike's I've never had a bad interaction with them. They are always smiling, cracking jokes, making you feel welcome, and making your time there be a highlight of your day. And I cannot emphasize how important that is, especially when it comes to having car troubles which are stressful enough as is. 2) These guys are serious experts. Over the years, I've had a whole buncha different things happen to my car, some of which even dealerships wouldn't be able to diagnose. But with Mike's team, they'll find it, and they'll fix it. No matter how complex it might be or how hidden it might be. Literally, for the past several weeks, my car had been making some noise that felt like something was wrong with it, but no one, not my dealership, not the AAA, NO ONE had figured it out. And then I had taken my car to get an oil change at Mike's today and it took him 15 minutes to say "hey, I found a beoken piece, was your car making weird noises? It shouldnt anymore..." And just like that, my car is fixed. 3. Did I say how friendly and honest these guys are? Let me say it again and again! Whenever I take my car to Mike's, I know what I'm getting and I also know what are the other things that I should pay attention to but don't need to immediately fix. Mike's never charges you for things that don't have to be fixed. They'll tell you if they think you should fix it and they also tell you if they think you can still work with something before having to change it. That's because they're just that type of guys. To them, it's not just about them making money, but them building s relationship with their customers, one that is based on honesty and openness. And I could not be more thankful. Mike's and their entire team of staff are like family to me at this point, and I would not change that with anything or anyone else! If you are looking for a trusted, honest, kind, and reliable autoshop to call your family and second home for your car, look no further than Mike's! read more

My brakes have been shaking for a couple weeks I figured I needed new brake pads and rotors. Mikes automotive was able to fit me in same day and had the best prices in town. Now n days it's hard to find an automotive shop you can trust. This is my go to shop now and I come from buena park. Go see Mike and Jr they will definitely get you taken care of. read more

Came in for a smog check and was so impressed by Mike and his team that I'm already planning on brining my sister's car here, which has been sitting in the driveway until I could find a trustworthy, efficient mechanic in the area. The team was incredibly professional and honest. Would highly recommend them to anyone looking to get their car fixed or even for a smog check. Was in and out in no time! read more

This mechanic shop is the right place if you're looking for a trustworthy, honest and professional mechanic and I am so pleased with their service and pricing. I have taken two vehicles here and both times left with complete satisfaction and peace of mind. I am so grateful I found them and will always come here for my car needs. Recommend 10/10. Outstanding. read more

These guys are my go to service and repair shop. The only shop I'll take my CNG van to. They have never tried to upsell anything I didn't need. They're honest, efficient and more than capable. I don't need to worry about my van when I bring it in here. Bring yours in and see for yourself. read more

I was referred to Mike from a close friend, who had nothing but great things to say about him and his shop. I was extremely frustrated, as my visit to him was the 5th time within just a year that I was dealing with issues with my rear brakes. After the other 4 (at other shops), my check engine light came on and I dropped my car off to Mike. He was extremely thorough in letting me know what the issues were with my car, and gave me great detail that I understood. After my visit to Mikes, my car actually ran normal. He fixed my problem! Fast forward a few months, and my car is making a horrific noise I have never heard before. I stopped back by his shop, and he checked my car out. It is STILL an issue with my back brakes, and it seems the parts used at the original shop arent the best, and will need to be replaced in the next few months. I let him know I would be back in a couple months, but I have a feeling I will take care of this sooner, as the noise only causes me more anxiety when I drive. I am thankful to have a trustworthy mechanic, and I would recommend him in a heartbeat! read more

I found Mike's Advanced Auto Care on a Honda CNG forum. These guys know there stuff, whereas other mechanics, (including a Honda Service Center) could not help. Junior was a straight shooter and was very knowledgeable. Mike takes great pride in customer service. They really went above and beyond to help me and get my car taken care of. In today's society, it is very uncommon to deal with people such as Mike and Junior, people of INTEGRITY and outstanding CHARACTER. I would recommend this business to anyone looking for an honest, reputable mechanic that will take pride in their work. Cody Charley charley.cody@yahoo.com read more

I saw recommendations for Mike's Advanced Auto Care on Nextdoor.com so I checked their reviews on Yelp.com before taking my husband's Ford Ranger in for some needed work. The wonderful comments made on Yelp were confirmed during my visit. I was shown the extensive problem areas with an understandable explanation of what needs to be done. I was also told the pros and cons of having the repairs made considering the age and mileage on the truck. They spent time evaluating what needed to be repaired and added some needed coolant to the radiator, but didn't charge me for the time spent or the coolant. I really appreciate their honesty and genuine concern about my situation and the practicality of having, or choosing not to have, the extensive repairs done. These people gained my trust. I know it sounds like a cliché, but if I could, I would give them more than a five star review. read more

This is the BEST So.OC place to take your car for repairs, maintenance, and smog. Our Rav 4 and Mini Cooper have been taken care of by Mike, Emil, and Sultan (great group of guys) that provide honest assessments, quality work, and fair pricing. Check out their Google reviews as well to see that Mike and his crew are THE BEST in what they do. Thank you Mike, Emil, and Sultan for your automotive help. Douglas K read more

I found these guys on a CNG chat forum, and I just have to give a shout out to them. I've been debating what to do with a CNG van with a bad engine, and I'm up in Northern California. Called for some quick advice to see if they would drop in a used engine, and they were up front on the issues. (And frankly said the same thing my local CNG shop told me.) If I was in Southern California, this would be the place I would go to keep my fleet running. Anyways - really appreciate the help. read more

A family member of mine had referred me over to Mike's Advanced Auto and I'm so glad they did! I needed some work done on my Ford F-150 truck, and these guys really knew their stuff! Not only are they extremely knowledgeable, but they are also complete straight-shooters and very honest folks. Nothing but good down-to-earth peeps, who can be fully relied upon to make a proper evaluation and assessment of your vehicle's needs. It's clear they care very deeply about their customers, and take great pride and value in the work they do. I honestly couldn't recommend these guys more highly. Thanks again for all your help! Cheers! David read more

As someone who doesn't know too much about cars, I'm always nervous about getting my car serviced regarding price and quality. But these guys were amazing from start to finish. I went in for all new brakes and they were done in about two hours! It felt like when I first drove my car off the lot years ago. Not only were they quick and efficient with the service, they were incredibly nice and helpful. Definitely recommend these guys if you need your car fixed. read more

Mike's Advanced Auto Care is a gem. The quality of service and high degree of professionalism is remarkable. The shop is extremely organized and well run. I was referred here by a trusted person with extremely high standards who knows a good deal about vehicle repair himself... and he selects the best of the best. My interactions with Mike and Junior have consistently demonstrated their expertise, patience and integrity. If you are looking for a high quality of service from a trustworthy team please consider Mike's Advanced Auto Care. I am very grateful for their work. read more

LOVE this auto shop. Very honest and kind employees. Very knowledgeable on things and are able to thoroughly explain things to customers without frustration. A+ skills and customer service. Honest and fair prices too! Been coming for a few years now and there isn't any other shop that my family and I trust. 10/10 recommend. Thank you MAAC!! read more

I have a couple of cars that I bring in to Mike's Advanced Auto Care.. I've always received honest recommendations where they would literally show me on the car what the issues are. This is really important being a single female with zero knowledge about cars. I also call around for the best price and they do have fair pricing, great friendly service, and provided kombucha drinks are the bomb!! I highly recommend this auto shop.. read more

They were very helpful. I had a lot of problems with my car and instead of taking advantage, they valued the amount of money that was needed to be put in and didn't waste my time. They are all very nice and took care as if I was family read more

I have been a customer of Mike's for a couple of years now. I am soooo happy to have found him. He is reliable, honest, knowledgeable, and reasonably priced. I recommend Mike's Advanced Auto Care wholeheartedly. What a relief it is know where to go when my car needs attention, knowing I am in good hands. read more

Mikes Advanced Auto Care is the best Auto shop that I have ever been to. Emil and Junior are extremely knowledgeable and helpful. I went in for an oil change and they were able to help me same day! When they finished my oil change, they let me know that my coolant was low and that my rotors and breaks look good, which is something previous shops haven't told me. It was very affordable and definitely my go to for my next oil changes! read more

Mikes has been taking great care of all our family vehicles for more than 10 years. They have always been honest and never tried to sell me something I don't need. When I've bought used cars in the past I always bring them to Mike for approval...or not! Thanks Mike! read more

Brought my car in for oil change and was so impressed with Mike and his staff that I returned to have my brakes done. I'm not saying that because they were nice, they were and that's expected...but I was treated as someone who understands their own car. They didn't upsell me or patronize me assuming I don't know my own car. They fixed what I asked for and did a fantastic job. I couldn't be happier. This is a place you can trust. I don't say that lightly. Thanks Mike. read more