I've always had a good experience here, and have mainly come for oil changes and smaller…read moremaintenance items on a few different cars. A more complicated problem with my car + an especially great experience at this shop left me wanting to leave a review! I started having some very common water pump and vacuum system problems with my beloved 718 Cayman S a few weeks ago - these are well documented issues with the car, but can be very difficult to diagnose and truly fix. When I first started having problems, I decided to go to another shop in the area to get a diagnosis to figure out what was going on. That shop gave me a lot of stress and very little confidence that we would get the issues sorted any time soon, so I decided to come here and met with Amir. Again, the vacuum issues on a 718 especially can be a bit complicated to diagnose. From the moment I started working through these issues with Amir, he was very good on communication, transparency, and did not in any way run up a bill of other random things just to try to get more money. He sent me photos every step of the way of what was being done to my car, communicated on parts coming in, etc - I felt very comfortable having my car there. When Porsche took longer than they had promised us to get a part in, Amir made the wait much easier by helping me out with a rental. The car was driving beautifully after I picked it up, but I ended up with a fault code again and I had to come back in - I don't fault Amir/the shop for this at all, 718 vacuum issues can be very complicated and oftentimes there is no "issue" left other than a ghost code. The experience of coming back here to diagnose why this code came back actually solidified my confidence in this shop - they were once again extremely transparent and very considerate in making my second visit quick and painless. My car is in phenomenal shape, and I saved a good amount of money (and headache) compared to what I was quoted at another spot down the street. Thank you Amir!

As always, SOE did their best to remedy my stalling issue. 'Nice to see that they can service both…read moremy Classic Range Rover and my BMW Z4. Always the best service, and I like that it is family-owned.

Very polite and knowledgeable staff. They are very informative and professional. They addressed my…read moreissue and told me they can't work on it. They informed me what type of repair I needed and where can I get it done. Thank you!

I loved that I could stay in the comfort of my car with AC on while the smog check was being…read moreperformed. Andre was so polite and courteous, the best customer service I'd seen in a long time! The smog check price was very reasonable as well. I highly recommend Andre's Auto!

Quick turn around, fair price, and great customer service! Would recommend and would go again!read more

I reached out to a few companies on Yelp for an estimate for some regular maintenance for my SUV…read more Mike was prompt in reply and provided an estimate that was competitive- on the lower side of the other estimates I received, especially when matched with the Yelp reviews. I was not able to go that week, however the following week I was nearby so figured I would just stop by and see if he could service my vehicle, but let him know I needed my car back by a certain time. He called about an hour before I needed it saying they were wrapping up and shared the final price which ended up being a few dollars less than the original estimate. Car felt great and we will be returning for any future maintenance needs. Great service, fair pricing and great, clear communication.

Ya know... from the start, Matt was great... smart, direct... nice. I mean, whatever happened to…read morepeople just being nice when they answer the phone? I called about ten places before deciding where to go and I hate to say that I based my decision entirely on one guy being nice... but that's mostly what I did. When I dropped my car off I met Arthur (owner?)... same. Can we get back to my car? My car (2019 Audi Q5) suddenly lost a lot of power while I was driving home (but still 30 miles away) so I was able to get it back home but had no clue as to why it was kind of doggin' it and I couldn't go more that 50 mph on freeway and between warning lights and the general understanding of how much car repair costs, I figured this could be $300 to $2000. Matt tells me they want to do a "smoke test"... $150 so I'm thinking, OK, smoke test then $1,000 to repair whatever issue they find. Nope. Smoke test showed a part adjacent to the turbocharger was loose so they tightened it up. Who gets out of a car repair shop for $150? Anyway... this isn't a HUGE shop with 8 bay and 12 mechanics but it's your reliable corner mechanic that has nice people, transparent communications and a clean shop. And it's the only place I'm going for the foreseeable future.

Great price great service Always recommended…read more Matt is great and explaining what it is and their price is the best.

I highly recommend this Body shop Raffi the owner is the best great customer service they work…read morereally good i have taken all my personal cars here and bussiness trucks here they do a great job very honest and they work really fast Love this place

Thank you to Raffi and John, they are amazing! Sherman oaks collision center goes ABOVE AND BEYOND…read more My vehicle was hit while parked and I decided to take it here. They helped guide me through the process with insurance and setting up a rental car. They have a lifetime guarantee so the work is high quality and you won't have issues down the road. They were even kind enough to fix some unrelated issues that I didn't even mention. Super fast and easy, felt like I had a brand new car within about a week! Raffi and John will take care of you 100% and they do AMAZING WORK. I couldn't be more satisfied with my experience. Thank you!!

Had a great experience bringing my truck in for brake rotors and pads. The customer service was…read moreawesome and everything felt really smooth from start to finish. Michael was the one who helped me out, and he did a great job keeping me updated and explaining everything clearly so I always knew what was going on with my truck. I really appreciated the communication. What impressed me the most was how fast they got it done. The whole job only took about an hour and a half, which is by far the fastest service I've ever had done on my vehicle. Overall just a really great experience with friendly service and a team that clearly knows what they're doing. I'd definitely recommend them.

I had my car towed to Service Tire for some suspension work, and they took forever to do the job…read more Two years later, the parts they used for the job are all worn out, and they informed me that the warranty was only good for one year, although they were paid full price for the parts. They were dishonest and did a terrible job. I wouldn't have my car serviced here again.

Joe is honest, does quality work, communicates well, and saved me so much money. I was having…read moreproblems with my 2006 Lexus GS300 and long story short...simply amazing service! I requested a brake inspection, which was really quick, turned out I had to get my rear brakes changed. They offered to do it the same day for a very reasonable price and less than 3 hours later, my car was ready. Joe has worked on my car for small items like brakes and oil changes all the way up to getting some check engine light issues fixed. Pricing is always great. Brought my car here for a diagnostic thinking the issue was one thing only to find out "no, you don't need that," and saved me a bunch of money I would have likely spent elsewhere. He didn't push me to fix anything that didn't need fixing and pointed out a few things that were old that I might want replaced so I just took all his suggestions because it's a very old car and it needed some extra care. All the five star reviews are well deserved!! Highly recommended.

I am disappointed with this shop. I went after seeing good reviews.Although, I like the customer…read moreservice from owner and the technician. I went in for transmission fluid change earlier in February in my Toyota Camry 2018. I bought OEM Toyota transmission fluid and asked Joe to help do drain and fill.The drain and fill was completed. After that there was a rough driving issues started. I went back to show my car to joe and he drove the car he told me he don't see any issues. I wanted him to check transmission fluid port on if there is low transmission fluid he didn't agree and told me I might be overthinking. I went to different mechanic in April and he checked. I paid $100 to reopen the port for transmission fluid and what we saw was no fluid came out from the primary port. He added 0.5 quarters left. The issues I have had for rough idle and need to have higher RPM on slope went away completely.According to him you have to keep the car running when you drain the fluid and you need to have it at the right temperature he said the drain and fill wasn't done correctly that's why there was still room for fluid. The viscosity of the fluid makes a difference in how much you can fill and drain. He double checked for leakage and there were no leaks either. When I went to joe and asked about don't you have to keep car warm to see if temperature is right? He said you only do it when there is a leak. I don't think Joe knew enough about mechanics of New car. I wasn't overthinking when I went to ask Joe for help and asked to recheck the transmission fluid. I paid $260 for labor only( $160 to Joe and $100 to another mechanic) for same job. It's really absurd. Overall this could have damaged my transmission. I think for future the customer advise should be taken seriously. I know my car well so I know when it's not acting good. I have been driving it from 10 years.

I've been coming here for years, and the owner, Ralph always solves whatever issue I have with my…read morevan and my Mazda. His work is always top quality, and his prices are always more than reasonable. Michael and Richard Mercado

I've been a client of Speedy Lane for several years now, having been introduced by the great…read morereviews here on Yelp. After my mandatory one year of disappointing services at a Van Nuys Blvd Dealership where I purchased my car, I was looking for a more trustworthy, fairly priced and meticulously knowledgeable Mechanic that was nearby. The Yelp reviews were on point, and so far I've had very good experiences here; taking my Jeep Grand Cherokee for a variety of maintenance - oil changes, services and repairs. Ralph has been available to take care of any issue when I've just dropped in. I took these pix in my visit today as I needed a cracked plastic seat panel changed out. Ralph and his talented Mechanics have taken care of my car and I highly recommend them.

Castle Automotive is top shelf when it comes to any car issues that may arise. Located off of…read moreOxnard St & Hazeltine Ave, you can't miss it - not too many businesses are shaped like castles, especially in the Valley! Whenever my wife and I have car problems, we've made this our go-to garage because they're honest and provide excellent service. When my car had to be worked on for a couple of hours, Ara the owner offered to personally give me a ride home since I'm a local - I honestly can say no one has ever offered to go above and beyond like that from any other garage I've been to! The prices are fair and much cheaper than going to a dealership, but the quality of service provided by Castle Automotive is even better. Give them a call or bring in your car whenever you need and they'll get your sorted out as soon as possible without breaking the bank.

This review is long overdue. I had a lingering dreaded check engine light for five years on my…read moreolder Ford Explorer. I was able to temporarily make it disappear to pass the smog test a couple years ago, but it came back on. Last year I had to pass the smog test again, but couldn't make it disappear this time around. I first took it to another mechanic who didn't have troubleshooting machines and told me we had to do the process of elimination thing, starting with changing the air filter, then fuel filter, then a few other things that took over three weeks and over three hundred dollars worth of parts and repairs. Still, the check engine light came on. That's when I turned to Yelp and found Ara(the owner) at Castle Automotive. I spoke with him on the phone and he told me to bring it in and he could troubleshoot with the proper machines and pretty much pinpoint the problem. I brought it in and within an hour and half he told me that he was certain in was one specific sensor. The total cost was less than what I paid the other mechanic that took three weeks with no results. He told me to drive it over the weekend then stop in afterwards and he'll check it one last time to give the go ahead to take the smog test. I picked up my car, drove it around for 60 miles, then swung by his place, they checked it and gave the okay to take the smog test. I drove across the street, took the smog test and passed! It has been almost a year later and no check engine light! Recently, I had another issue with my car and drove it there and he pointed to the exact problem and said I could do it myself at home to save money. I told him that I wanted them (the pros) to do it and to add an oil change while we're at it! I am sooooo happy to have a local honest and trustworthy mechanic in my neighborhood. I'm super grateful that I found Ara at Castle Automotive. I have recommended them to friends and family and highly recommend for all you Yelpers to check them out as well. You'll be happy you did!

I cannot speak highly enough of this business. On my first visit, I brought my car in due to a…read moremalfunctioning headlight. I tried to replace the bulb myself, but that didn't solve the problem, leading me to suspect an electrical problem. I brought my car in without an appointment, and Armen welcomed me and promptly inspected my car. He invited me to wait in his office while he worked, where he generously offered water, coffee, and an array of high-quality snacks. His genuine kindness and hospitality left a lasting impression. Armen quickly identified the problem--a loose connection--and solved it in under 10 minutes, without charging me a cent. I have since returned for an oil change and was met with the same exceptional hospitality and service. If you're in need of automotive care, look no further! Armen's dedication to exemplary service ensures that you'll be well taken care of here. Armen truly goes above and beyond to ensure quality care and customer satisfaction.

I'm truly blown away at the kindness and honesty. He is a solid mechanic who isn't looking to…read morenickel and dime you at any opportunity. I felt well guided on what needed service and what didn't. I hope this man stays busy and is well taken care of. We need more honest businessmen like him in this world.