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    5.0 (11 reviews)
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    JC G.

    Brought my 2016 Toyota Camry Hybrid in for an oil change and had a really great experience!!! The service was quick and the staff was super friendly. They also checked over my car to make sure everything was running smoothly, which I really appreciated. Everything felt efficient and thorough. I'd definitely come back!!! Thank you Nico&Ivan!

    hal m.

    I was terrified handing over my 1978 930 after it blew its bearings--this car is my heart on wheels, my escape, my soul. Trusting anyone with it felt impossible. Then Ivan at Ratchet Head Garage changed everything. From the first call, I felt truly seen. They didn't just rebuild the engine--they poured love into every part of the car like it was theirs. Patient, honest, meticulous beyond belief. Now every time I wind it up Angeles Crest and hear that flat-six roar again, it feels like the car is hugging me back, grateful I didn't give up. Ivan, you didn't just fix my Porsche--you gave me back a piece of my soul. Ratchet Head Garage has my loyalty forever. 5 stars isn't enough. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

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    Jason L.

    Very good service. They installed the hood for me, applied ceramic coating, and fixed the fitment on my side skirts. The staffs were also very friendly.

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    Ivan was fantastic.' Great customer service. Pricing was very competitive and car was serviced timely.

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    Nico and Ivan know what they're doing and if you need anything from them they can get it done

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    . It's always hard to trust a mechanic, let's be honest , but Ivan is a down to earth friendly guy

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    Patrick's Auto Center - Stop By For Our New Express Service!

    Patrick's Auto Center

    (382 reviews)

    My car needed both low beams replaced, an oil change and a tune up. Matt was quick to provide me…read morewith a quote that was reasonable. Scheduling the appointment was easy. Brought my car in, went over some paperwork and was told I'd be contacted once the inspection was complete. Sure enough Matt called me to let me know there were some items found during inspection and which ones needed to be addressed right away. After agreeing to the updated quote they got to work. I came back to the shop prior to being told my car was ready, and I think there may have been a delay in getting parts needed (dropped the car off at 9am, wasn't done until 4pm). Other than that, the quoted price is what I paid, there wasn't any pushing to buy a service that wasn't needed. I will definitely be bringing my car back for the additional work needed.

    I requested a quote through Yelp and my request was sent to multiple auto shops. I chose this…read morecompany based on location and called ahead to confirm they could do more than just read basic codes. I had already done my own diagnostics and knew the car was running rich. I had ruled out the upstream O2 sensor, catalytic converter (both new), MAP sensor, and fuel injectors. I explained all of this to Matt before bringing the car in. He assured me they could perform deeper diagnostics with their equipment. After dropping off the car, Matt called and told me they had "confirmed" exactly what I had already told them, and that the next step would be pulling spark plugs--for an additional fee. At that point, I decided to go elsewhere. What I don't understand is why I was still charged the full $85 diagnostic fee, plus a $4 hazardous materials fee and $3 shop supply fee. Plugging a car into a diagnostic scanner does not generate any hazardous waste--no fluids are drained, no chemicals are used, and no parts are replaced. There's nothing about a basic scan that would justify a hazardous materials charge. That kind of fee typically applies when disposing of things like oil, coolant, or other regulated waste, none of which occurred here. In the end, I paid $92, wasted time and gas, and learned nothing new. The most concerning part was Matt admitting he didn't even know spark plugs would need to be checked as part of further diagnosis.

    Hye-Tech Auto Repair

    Hye-Tech Auto Repair

    (352 reviews)

    Our family's Ford Explorer required a water pump replacement…read more I visited several local auto shops to obtain quotes and was shocked, disappointed, and discouraged at the prices I was being quoted for the work my vehicle required ($5,000-$7,500) Shame on me for not reading Yelp reviews before wasting my time visiting other auto shops. I read the many positive reviews for Hye-Tech Auto Repair and decided to visit them. Upon entering, I was greeted by John (owner) with a friendly, "Welcome, how may I help you?" I explained that my Ford Explorer needed a new water pump and a few other items that other auto shops had advised me would require repair or replacement. While John looked up a few items on the computer to provide me with a quote, he introduced me to his son, Harry, who happened to be in the office. Thirty seconds later, John provided a quote that was $3,500-$4,000 less than the other shops. I could not believe it. John explained that he makes his living and succeeds in his business through repeat customers, and he does not believe in gouging customers for every last penny. He also shared that when he retires, his son Harry will take over the business, and he wants to leave Harry with a solid foundation of loyal repeat customers. It was then that I knew I could trust John and his son Harry. John went on to explain that replacing the water pump on a Ford Explorer was a 10-12 hour job, as it was an internal pump requiring numerous engine parts to be removed to reach it. This was the same thing all the other shops advised me. John suggested that I leave my vehicle, and he would perform a full inspection of the engine and contact me before doing anything to it. I agreed and left my vehicle. The following day, I was contacted by John, who advised me that the water pump did indeed need to be replaced, as it was the source of the constant leaks of the water coolant. I left my vehicle in John's shop for three days. During this time, John or his son, Harry, contacted me numerous times to keep me updated on the progress of my vehicle and also to point out that mechanics had discovered two or three very inexpensive items (under $50.00) which they recommended replacing, which I agreed to have done. All in all, I was and am extremely impressed and satisfied with everything about this shop. I spent much less money to have five different issues repaired on my vehicle at Hye-Tech than what I was quoted to replace my water pump alone by every single shop I visited prior to coming to Hye-Tech. John and Harry are very friendly, honest, and trustworthy. They are also very knowledgeable and experienced, and they offer GREAT customer service and communication. This is my new go-to shop for any issues involving our family vehicles. Thank you, Hye-Tech Auto Repair, for a very positive experience.

    I opened a Yelp project to try to get my transmission serviced. The dealership wanted to charge me…read more$1300 for this service. Yelp projects are one of the best things I've ever experienced. It's nice to see you can get quotes at the touch of a button on your phone. This morning, I had time off, so I headed in to get my service done. I did not have an appointment and that did not seem to matter. I arrived first thing in the morning at 8 AM and ask if the service could be done. Harry was an exceptional young man, he took me in with no problems, no questions. He said they could do it this morning. I told him I would have to wait. He had no problem with that either. Prior to bring in the car in this morning, as I said, I used a yelp project and had several people reach out and give me quotes. After looking at all the yelp reviews I decided to give this place a try. I am super happy that I did. This place is a hidden gem, excellence, service, quality, and value for what you receive. There are not very many shops where you could feel comfortable and put your trust in them. As I spent time in the lobby, I was able to see customer service on the phone and customer service entering the facility. Every customer that walked in, seem satisfied and was treated with dignity and respect. I highly recommend this place if you have any automotive questions whatsoever.

    Brian Wood Automotive - Great Service

    Brian Wood Automotive

    (143 reviews)

    I cannot say enough great things about Brian Wood Automotive in Glendora. They recently replaced…read moreboth the engine and transmission in my Dodge ProMaster 2500, and the entire experience exceeded my expectations. From start to finish, their team was professional, knowledgeable, and honest. What impressed me most was how quickly they completed such a major repair without sacrificing quality. They kept me informed throughout the process, answered all my questions, and delivered exactly what they promised. When I got my van back, it was running better than ever. It's clear they take pride in their work and genuinely care about their customers. Finding a shop you can trust with a big job like an engine and transmission replacement is rare, but Brian Wood Automotive has earned my trust completely. I am a customer for life and will be recommending them to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality automotive service. Thank you to the entire team for getting my van back on the road so quickly and doing such a phenomenal job!

    Had made an appointment to have the front end of my wifes car checked out for an estimate. One of…read morethe mechanics hekkped out by doing an inspection and actually told me my car was OK. He did give me an idea of what the cost would be but stated that the dealerships recommendation to have the bushing replaced was not yet needed. He also told me what to look for or hear that would be signs of when it would need to be repaired. This saved my $1500 for the time being. Although I may need to have this done in the future I feel confident this is the place I will come. Honest service is great.

    USA Auto Service - Getting my oil changed.

    USA Auto Service

    (92 reviews)

    Not going to lie, but I came one day to go to Patrick's Auto. The mechanic from this shop…read moreapproached me and I was a little suspicious and hesitant. I gave it a shot and I don't regret it. He was very honest and prices were very comparable to Patrick's. He was also very quick. I got an oil change, changed my brakes, and air filter. (These are all things I came to get done, not tricked into getting serviced) I liked that he gave me options with no judgement. Also had warrantee with my brakes. I would come back again.

    To get straight to the point, this is an honest auto repair shop…read more I had the front and rear brake pads replaced and got a synthetic oil change. There was an oil leak coming from the oil filter area. The mechanic at USA Auto Service told me that the previous shop I used likely changed only the oil without replacing the filter. If a filter is reused without being replaced, it may not function properly and can cause leaks. The filter was very dirty. Please check the photo. Normally, you trust a shop and leave your car with them. But I was completely scammed. I'm planning to take my wife's car there for an inspection soon as well. Previously, my wife had an oil change at a dealer shop in West Covina, and after just one month, the oil started leaking. They kept contacting us to sell the car. Honestly, it's hard to find a trustworthy repair shop. It feels like many shops only see customers as money. Personally, I highly recommend USA Auto Service. At USA Auto Service, I was able to stand next to the car and check everything myself, and they explained everything in detail. Their prices are lower compared to other places, and they still use good-quality parts. It's been a long time since I found such an honest repair shop, and I was able to receive service without any worries.

    Ratchet Head Garage - autorepair - Updated June 2026

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