Reliable Auto Care

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Amir was so helpful to me he came to me and helped with my proble had great communication and great…read morecustomer service service

Excellent considerate service. Vehicle had embedded nail and Service technician handled issue…read moreimmediately, removing nail and putting me back on the road. No cost under the circumstances, I am a local neighbor. Highly recommend Chapman Auto Repair Service auto for quick and professional service.

Orange Empire Auto Repair

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This place is a gem. I just moved to the area and stressing out to find a good mechnaic. With a lot…read moreof stress and burn out, I found Orange Empire. Gino, great guy at the front desk is the first great sign. He says Jose is one of the nicest people ever, couldn't agree more. Definitely helped me out while I was going through a lot. I made the EASIEST mistake known to cars, and they could of easily overcharged me, but didn't. And honestly for that, I am so grateful. I didn't make the best first impression, but they did. Think I found my new mechanic. If vou liked what vou read and need to get your car fixed, come to Orange Empire Auto!

Was looking for a highly rated auto shop near my job to get a quick oil change before work starts…read moreand was not disappointed. My request went through the Yelp Project page first and Jose was very fast with his response. He told me I could come in on a Friday morning as a walk in. Gino who took care of my intake was very friendly and made me feel welcome. They also had a comfy waiting area stocked with complimentary coffee and snacks, but I didn't need to wait long because I was out of there within an hour, oil changed and tires rotated. Their prices are fair and they accept both credit card and cash/Zelle (if you want to avoid the 3% credit card surcharge). During the oil change they also noted some things that will need repair, but weren't pushy with their recommendations. For that I am very appreciative, and will most definitely come back for their continued services.

Thanh Auto Repair

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I would like to take a moment to truly thank Keith for his hard work and dedication to fixing my…read morecar. He went above and beyond all my expectations, truly a great mechanic. Had a super mysterious clunking when driving over bumps & dips due to previous mechanic mistakes, and he took some of his personal time to come with me and to hear it for himself. They priced very fairly and had an incredible turnaround time, typically done within the same day. Thank you Keith for all that you do, I will be back because of you for the foreseeable future. PS: Keith, the sound is completely gone. Again, thank you.

Amazing honest auto shop that doesn't not try to upsell you. They told me about an issue my car is…read morehaving and were upfront that it's not a fire now but could become an issue later. Yet they did not try to pressure me into fixing it, but rather told me in a more of an off hand, oh hey by the way kind of heads up. I appreciated their honesty and the price is not a rip off either. The only downside is that they don't take appointments so it's a first come first serve situation and I had to come in on a PTO day since I want to make sure it got taken care of that day.

Hi Tech Automotive

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I had a really great experience at this shop and honestly can't recommend them enough. A few weeks…read moreago, my catalytic converter was stolen, and I had it replaced at another shop. After that repair, my check engine light suddenly came on--even though it wasn't on before. The first shop told me it was a problem with the mass air flow sensor and tried to charge me to fix it, which didn't feel right to me. So I decided to come here for a second opinion, and I'm really glad I did. The mechanic took the time to properly diagnose the issue and walked me through everything step by step. Within about an hour, he figured out that it wasn't the air flow sensor at all--it was just a blown fuse. That alone saved me a lot of money and potentially from being overcharged elsewhere. What really stood out was the honesty and communication. He explained clearly what went wrong, didn't try to upsell anything, and made sure I understood the situation. On top of that, he even aired up my tires for free, which was a nice touch. Fast, honest, and affordable service like this is hard to find. I'll definitely be coming back and recommending this shop to others.

Amazing service, quick (10-15min), affordable, friendly staff, professional - highly recommend! I…read morebought a lightly used tired that looked practically new for half the price out the door of what I was quoted at American tires. I had a concern that maybe the price was so good because they were using tires that were patched or something but nothing could be further from the truth! They shared were they source their tires from and rest assured you're getting a great deal for sometimes practically new tires. These guys and girls are the real deal. They have earned a life time customer and my trust to send my friends and family in the future!

Expertec Automotive

(82 reviews)

I've been going to these guys for a few years now and I'm so glad to have found a trustworthy place…read morefor my troublesome car early on! Matt and Manny are so helpful at explaining all of the issues and concerns that need work on. I always try to go to them for any issues if I can help it.

Terrible communication to the customer. Walked in for a basic oil change. Didnt expect to wait…read moreclose to 3 hours on a Wednesday late morning. I'm sure their product and services are great. Unfortunately, they missed this time. Wont be coming back. Not about the money but lack of communication to the customer waiting in the lobby for 3 hours. Update: thanks for response. Good luck to you guys!

S & K Auto Repair

(225 reviews)

Had a nail in my tire, causing a slow leakage of air. The young man at the desk was very…read moreinformative. Told me I have a lot of life on my tires. So he suggested patching the tire, instead of plugging it. Asked estimate on tires, so I know a ball park fig for in the future. He the gentleman at the desk looked up all the info and came to waiting room , sat down and explained two separate tire brands, mid price range for my Equinox. Left me the print out. And my car was ready! Took about 30 minutes. I felt good! Cared for ... not put through the wringer. Throwing my hard earned money away... The garage worker came over and told me to have a good day and thanked me. I will be back for my breaks and struts/shocks... Thanks again EV

Very friendly and professional place to go to get service done to your vehicle I will be definitely…read moregoing back

J's Mobile Mechanic

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Jesse is the reason my cat is alive…read more Last weekend, during the Garden Grove toxic chemical evacuation, my tuxedo cat decided that the undercarriage of my cousin's Tesla Model Y was a great hiding spot. It was not. He was wedged in there for 12 hours with no food, no water, and zero litter box access. He was absolutely losing it. I ran through every option. Fire department? Busy with the actual chemical explosion rattling all of OC, fair. Animal control? Ghosted me. My cousin, currently out of the country, tried Tesla Roadside Assistance through the app. Tesla's answer: their technicians are not trained to rescue animals. Noted, but deeply unhelpful in the moment. Two other mechanics passed too. Jesse was my third Yelp attempt and my last real option. He showed up within two hours, no fuss, and got straight to work. He tried everything - the frunk, underneath, removing the right wheel - methodically working different angles for an hour and a half because my cat had chosen the most inconvenient possible position to be chonky in. Jesse stayed patient the entire time and got him out safely. My cat is home. He is fine. He is completely unbothered, as cats are. Jesse showed up when nobody else could. That is not something I will forget. Oh, and his prices are insanely reasonable. If you need a mechanic who will actually show up and problem-solve, Jesse is your guy.

As you can see by the other reviews, Jesse the owner needs to improve his organization and…read morecommunication to run his business better. My experience was called to book on Monday morning, quoted the price based on easy to describe work and an appointment for Wednesday at 8AM. So I adjust my schedule and am ready. No show, no answer calls or texts until a call at 930 - where he apologizes for issues on Tuesday and will show up at 5PM. Fine. I'll adjust my evening plans too. An organized person would have adjusted plans and communicated Wednesday if they had issues/delays Tuesday. Then, at 2PM calls back and says looking more like 530PM. And then he says... oh? Did I give you a price already? Oh that's actually a lot of work and says it'll actually cost 60% more. That was enough to call it quits. While I can't speak to his mechanic abilities, he fell short on: 1) being able to accurately understand and estimate work before quoting, or worse, stick to his quote when he gets busy 2) ability to plan his schedule and communicate reasonably. I hope he learns from this and other experiences and reaches his potential through better consistency.

Placentia Super Service

(707 reviews)

Joe always takes great care of all my family cars and us!…read more Don't forget to ask for Joe when you bring your car in. Also, the waiting room is so comfy and well stocked for all your needs while you wait.

First time coming and Joseph was really helpful and had my car in and out . I really recommend!read more

Harbor Brakes & Auto Repair

4.8

(618 reviews)

I've recently had my BMW brakes fluid serviced (flushed) at this place. I've started a request…read morefrom Yelp; they responded within the hour and provided a very competitive quote. My appointment was smooth, Tam, the front desk (owner?) was pleasant and professional to deal with. The shop is clean and service was fast. I'm very happy with their service and will return for future service needs.

I've been coming to this shop for over 10 years and have always had a great experience. They've…read morehandled everything from my regular oil changes and tire replacements to routine maintenance, and I've always felt confident leaving my car with them. The customer service is excellent, the mechanics are knowledgeable, and most importantly, they're honest and trustworthy. They also provide great value -- fair pricing, quality work, and no unnecessary upselling. It's hard to find a mechanic shop you can truly rely on, and this is definitely one of them. Highly recommend! Thank you to Richard, Juan, Miguel, and Abraham!

EZ-Brakes Mobile Brake Service

5.0

(768 reviews)

Easy to work with. Honest workers and they show you everything so no hidden tricks. They don't…read moreupsell you but let you know what might need work next in the near future.

Easiest brake job I've ever done. lol. E-Z brakes were on time, had the work done quickly, and with…read morethe correct parts .....very friendly from start to end. I definitely definitely will be using them in the future. Thank you Neal

Tire Outlet US - Fullerton

(304 reviews)

Service was great. I went in for a tire rotation and it was done in about 30 min on a friday…read moreafternoon.

Had a great experience at Tire Outlet in Fullerton. They hooked me up with two Hankook Ventus V2…read moreConcept2 H457 91V tires for just $250, which was an excellent price. The staff was friendly, honest, and got everything installed quickly without trying to upsell me on things I didn't need. The whole process was smooth, and my car rides much better now. If you're looking for quality tires at a fair price with great customer service, I definitely recommend Tire Outlet in Fullerton!

24 Hour Mobile Tire Service

(30 reviews)

Quick, honest-no hidden fees, fair pricing even at 1am! Willing to go to you or meet up…read moreanywhereHighly recommended.

If you drive an electric vehicle and you get a flat and is stranded late at night. This is the…read morebusiness to call! Not all hero's wears capes! Phone answered right away, give you an honest and reasonable price and also comes on time ! Had my tire replaced and mounted on my Mercedes eqs at 12am. Done within 15 minutes. This business needs more recognition. Will definitely be coming back. Thank you.

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Steve S.

12 years ago

It's always hard to find a reliable mechanic shop that you feel comfortable with. This shop has always been honest and does great work. My wife feels comfortable taking her car their and waiting while the work is done. They explain everything to you and will keep you posted on the progress through emails, text or by phone. They even will give you a ride if needed. This is an honest and hard working group of people. I met one customer that has been going here for several years and travels several miles. Now I know why. This shop is a must for your car needs. read more

Diana L.

15 years ago

I couldn't imagine a better place to have my car repaired! My entire family including father, mother, sister, brother and nieces all take their cars to John at Reliable Auto Care. I live in Irvine but drive all the way to Anaheim because it's worth it. John is great at diagnosing car problems, quick at repairing and extremely honest. He always tries to save me money, rather than charge more. He is an excellent mechanic and truly cares about his customers. John, thank you for being so trustworthy and fantastic! read more

Tanya M.

11 years ago

I brought in my 2003 F150 to have the brakes checked. I had already gotten estimates from 3 other locations and Reliable Auto was the most reasonable and knowledgeable. Not to mention friendly, patient and quick. They showed me what was wrong with truck and gave me options based on my budget and based on their recommendations without being pushy. I highly recommend this place. I am happy I found a mechanic shop that won't rip me off. Peace of mind....priceless! read more

Tony A.

7 years ago

Steve and Nelson are very honest and upfront. If it's not worth fixing they will let you know and give you some options so you can decide what you want to do. They will take their time to explain and even show you the issue to make you as comfortable as possible when making your decision. Their pricing is fair. They don't use Gimmicks to get people in. They are just honest good people trying to run a reliable shop for the neighborhood. Thank you! read more

Jenni D.

12 years ago

This place is simply amazing! I took my car in to get the wheel fixed and then most recently when my car was overheating. They replaced the radiator and the thermostat. They are quick and friendly and I was so happy they were open on a Saturday! If you need a good, honest mechanic with MORE than reasonable prices, this is the shop you're looking for! read more

Jamil a.

16 years ago

I disagree, I like Reliable Auto Care. I've been taking my cars there for more than 10 years, and have always been impressed by their honesty and workmanship. I've learned not to trust scathing reviews like the one Alec V. posted. You have to wonder how trustworthy a reviewer is when they have nothing at all good to say. read more

Travis H.

5 years ago

Very friendly and knowledgeable. They helped me out on short notice and quickly. I will definitely be going back. Thank you!

Elizabeth M.

13 years ago

is a camry with 204,000 miles bad

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