Dropped off my 2001 Tacoma for a transmission rebuild with Ghadi. Ghadi instructed me that he lived…read more10 mins away and that I could drop my truck off at anytime and he would be there. I dropped my truck off on a Saturday night and the shop was closed with nobody there. I called and texted Ghadi probably like 20 times to leave my truck. No answer. Finally the shop next door (I would recommend either shop next door over Fullerton Car Repair) stated I could leave the truck key with him and he'll call David the shop mechanic/manager. Took two weeks just for them to reach back out to me. Jennifer and David reached out to me that Ghadi had broke his leg. Come to find out from Ghadi he was attacked and stabbed outside of his shop. Not sure who to believe at this point. I left a deposit of $1,100 cash with Jennifer and David. They started the work on the transmission. I went to pickup my truck a week later. While driving off I noticed the breaks didn't work and I wasn't able to stop the truck even with full pressure applied to my breaks. I immediately called Ghadi as this could've been a serious accident and lawsuit. Again, no answer and left the truck and key with the shop next door. I received a call from David stating he no longer works at Fullerton Car Repair and I would need to pick up my truck. The brakes were now supposedly fixed. I paid my remaining balance for a total of $2850. I took the truck immediately to another car mechanic who put the truck on a lift. I was able to inspect the mechanic work myself and with another mechanic that Fullerton Car Repair completed. Just like another review stated, their work is "Mickey Mouse" caliber. They had cut my transmission lines because they didn't have the right tools. Then used rubber hosing to connect them back. Well these are pressure lines so it's only a matter of time before the rubber hosing would fail and the whole transmission would lose fluid and fail again! They also disconnected my back breaks because they didn't know what the problem was (the shop next door talked to David/Ghadi about my brakes). Seems like not only due to they lack the necessary tools they also lack the necessary knowledge to run an automotive repair facility. They also left bolts almost barely tightened and almost falling off. The other mechanic shop also stated while test driving the truck the transmission seized. They are sending the truck to be looked at by a transmission specialist. The other mechanic place had asked if I took the truck to an "actual" mechanic! I was infuriated. I called and texted both David and Ghadi. David's response is I don't work there anymore. I stated to David it doesn't matter that you don't work for Fullerton Car Repair anymore. I'm reaching out to you and Ghadi as he is the owner and you were the mechanic that completed this repair. To this day nobody will take accountability for this horrendous job they call "automotive repair". I've filed a complaint with the bureau of automotive repair and I'm sure there's a ton against this shop judging by the investigator assigned to the filing. Do yourself a favor. Don't ever take your car to Ghadi or Fullerton Car Repair. You'll end up with the same issues not fixed and down thousands of dollars. Judging by the reviews this seems to happened quite often with this facility and Ghadi.

One of the worst experiences I've ever had with an auto shop…read more I brought my car in because it was emitting smoke, and unfortunately ended up choosing this shop in Fullerton. Looking back, I honestly have no idea how we decided on this place -- it was a huge mistake. I paid around $1,500, and to this day I'm not even sure what for. I had to bring my car back six times. Each visit was frustrating -- the owner, Ghadi, was rarely at the shop, communication was terrible, and the work was consistently subpar. The first time I left my car, it was in the shop for nearly a week. I picked it up only to have the same smoke issue start again on the drive home. We called Ghadi, and he asked us to bring it back. So we did. Again and again, hoping it would finally get resolved -- but it never was. I'm exhausted just recounting how unprofessional and unreliable this whole process has been. Do yourself a favor and avoid this place. Save your money, your time, and your sanity.

Manny contacted me promptly after my initial inquiry about needed repairs to my classic car…read more Looking forward to having Manny work on my car.

I was with my father when he bought a 1963 Pontiac Bonneville convertible sight unseen in 1962. It…read morewas a family car until my parents gave it to me in 1967. Nothing is too good for that car. The car looked great but desperately needed mechanical help. Specifically it was leaking a lot of oil from multiple places, plus a series of other issues. I interviewed a number of providers. What I was looking for was someone that knew what they were doing AND actually cared about their work. When I talked to Manny, I knew he filled the requirements. I reread the 1 star reviews again here on Yelp before I wrote this and have trouble believing them. Here's why: Manny is a truly detail oriented guy. Although everybody makes mistakes, based on my experience, he would always return phone calls. In any event, he went through the car, rebuilt the engine and brakes, serviced the differential, new shocks, new seals, replaced the top raising and lowering mechanism, fixed service little annoying electrical problems, etc. He sent videos all the way through the process. He also called me and asked questions about what I wanted. So I was involved (but, mercifully, not on my back) By way of example on detail oriented and pride in his work, I will describe what he did to fix the brakes: I wanted to keep the drum brakes to preserve the factory spinner hubcaps. He ordered new drums and the car pulled. He ordered a second set and the car still pulled. (Note: the drums were from China and the instructions said to turn them before installing. Really? Repair a new item before installing it?). So he found a disc brake kit that would allow me to keep the spinners. Did not fit. Ordered a second kit from somebody else. Did not fit. Finally, he had a custom kit made and it fit. Car does not pull. How many guys would go through that? I think most would say "good enough". This is not what Manny does. There is a similar story with the carburetor. So now the car runs great. I picked the right guy. Last item: he works on one car at a time. You gotta be patient and wait your turn. it's worth it.

Ryan is very experienced at his craft and leaves the paint job basically identical to your current…read morepaint code. I'd recommend booking with him for a good paint job outcome.

I can't recommend Nick highly enough! This is actually the second time we've used him, and once…read moreagain he exceeded all expectations. He repaired two of our vehicles that had been in separate minor accidents, and both look absolutely amazing. Honestly, he's a miracle worker when it comes to auto body repair. Nick is incredibly talented, detail-oriented, fair with his pricing, and genuinely one of the nicest people you'll ever meet. He communicates well, does exactly what he says he'll do, and takes great pride in his work. It's rare to find someone who combines this level of skill, professionalism, and integrity. If you need auto body work done, don't hesitate to call Nick. I'm beyond grateful to have found him and wouldn't trust my vehicles with anyone else!

Octavio and his partner did a really clean job at a very reasonable price. They were professional…read moreand worked diligently on all 4 cars. They had also did 5 other of my families cars a hr prior to tackling these 4. Hard workers. I highly recommend them.

I have been going to Sanchez Auto Detail for over 7 months now, He is mobile, reliable, and…read moreflexible. Highly recommended he does an amazing job on my CHR and actually takes his time to leave it brand new. His work speaks for itself and I can say he is actually inexpensive for all he provides compare to other mobile car wash businesses. Thank you Octavio! He takes pride on his business. Let's support his business to expand!!!!

An IG user I follow recommended Frank. Requested a quote, got back to me promptly. Scheduled an…read moreappointment for brake pads/rotors, brake fluid flush and an oil change. He did everything with precision and care. Will definitely be coming back for future services.

One of the best mechanics in Fullerton. With decades of experience, frank gives you confidence on…read moreextended life on your vehicle. I don't go anywhere else! Franks honest and has kept my car running past 240k miles. After a recent engine replacement the car feels like it's a car off the dealership lot!. I always recommend him to friends and family and i definitely recommend him if you're reading this don't second guess the quote, you'll get the best price and most importantly best work!

Headlights were foggy and needed some attention, my boi came out & handled it…read more Fast service, great quality like it came out the factory

Ruined my truck and caused $1,700 in additional damage and ghosted. Sick service. No response…read moreeither.

Came to my residence in less than 15 minutes and had my car fixed ASAP…read more Appreciate the help!

**UPDATED** Reply to Owner --…read more The $50 charge was for a diagnosis that turned out to be completely incorrect. There was no agreement made beforehand; you were on-site for less than five minutes and claimed the radiator needed replacement when the real issue was simply a disconnected hose. That kind of misdiagnosis, especially when it could have led to an unnecessary and expensive repair, comes across as dishonest and money-driven. My review reflects my genuine experience, and I stand by it. Initial Review -- I contacted this mobile mechanic because he advertised a free diagnostic, but I was still charged $50. He told me I needed a whole new radiator, which would have been a very expensive repair. After checking the car myself, I found the issue was simply a missing hose. I fixed it on my own, and the car is running fine. There was no need for a radiator replacement. He was also smoking a weed pen while working on my car, which made me uncomfortable and raised concerns about professionalism. When I addressed the situation, I was told that if I wanted my money back, I would have to take him to court and that he didn't care. That response was very disappointing. Based on my experience, I would strongly recommend getting a second opinion before agreeing to any major repairs.

I've been using Ruben at All Things Motive for all my automotive needs for quite some time now, and…read moreI can't express how grateful I am to have found him. His expertise and dedication have always left me impressed. Recently, we talked about an upcoming home project where I needed to remove 30 tons of soil and grade the land for a backyard landscape makeover. To my surprise, Ruben shared that he also offers demolition and construction services, so I requested a quote from him alongside a few other contractors. I was thoroughly impressed with how he presented his past work and his competitive quote. He took the time to explain how he would approach the job and the timeframe for completion, which gave me a lot of confidence in his abilities. What truly stood out to me was the attention to detail Ruben brought to the project. He left the job site immaculate at the end of each day, and by the time everything was finished, it was clear that he takes pride in his work. The quality of the job exceeded my expectations, and my experience with Ruben was enjoyable and fair. Because of how great everything turned out, I ended up extending the scope of the project to include some electrical work and a complete update of my sprinkler system. I couldn't be happier with the results! If you're looking for someone reliable who provides exceptional service, I highly recommend All Things Motive. Thank you, Ruben, for your continued excellence and making me comfortable knowing I chose the best person for the job!

I usually don't write reviews but the service that i've received from Reuben was top notch. I…read morewrecked my car from a tire on the road and he was very quick at sourcing parts and making sure that everything was taken care of in a professional manner. Reuben runs an honest business with great prices and even better service with exceptional communication. He made sure to update me with every step of the way so I knew exactly what was going on. He does a great job and does his best to help out others (as a college student I was worried about the pricing) but he went above and beyond. Would recommend him for quick and reliable repairs!