Needed some new brakes for my Tacoma so I brought my truck in for a quote. The mechanic on hand, Joe, offered me a fast an easy estimate with my choice of either OEM or high quality aftermarket parts. I chose the latter and was able to save a significant amount of money over the OEM parts. Joe was able to get to work on my truck quickly and even rotated my tires and checked my rear brakes as well. There was no talk of upselling on unnecessary repairs like I've dealt with at many other shops. He replaced my brakes and rotors and I was on my way. I definitely will return to have my rear brakes changed when necessary. Hands down would recommend Joe to anyone looking for a friendly, honest, and knowledgeable mechanic! read more

What can I say? This place is the best around and I hope it lasts forever and that Scotty's passes it down to someone else that keeps the good work I've been running read more

Dave and Joe took over from Scotty. Still a great place to go. After all, Dave and Joe were the ones doing the work! This place will make sure your brakes are in great shape. They are reasonable in pricing, and the service is what you'd expect from a locally owned shop. They also do smog checks for a great price. read more

I was following maps to the auto repair shop and I made the huge misstep of coming to Scotty's brakes and muffs , I walked into their shop , nobody greeted me , these two men giving me dirty looks glaring at me , yelling at me going the wrong way , If you're a woman by yourself do not come here , bring your husband with you bc these old guys really dehumanize me , refusing to speak , only looking at me like some foreign alien from outer space , the disrespect was palpable and their refusal to SPEAK or treat me like a human being was obscene , if anyone would have been next to me they wouldn't have felt empowered to treat me like a weirdo , Trash customer service , women bring a man with you or they'll glare and roll their eyes at you and yell at your back on the way out , what a pair of toolbags ! Just awful read more

Very friendly service I've been going with them over20 years excellent service work. Its very close we're live.

Was looking for a local auto shop I could trust -- I knew from the first call that this is the one. I told them about another auto shop that recommended several things to fix for my car but they said I'm getting duped because that other shop is trying to make money. I really appreciated the honesty. I went to the shop to get my oil change as well as check for brakes and other things that could be fixed since I'm going on a long drive. They did the work within an hour. I'd say it's best to go here early in the morning on weekdays. I waited while my car was getting fixed and it seems like they knew their customers by name. I went back a week later since I accidentally ran over a piece of tire on the freeway, which left my shield guard open. They fixed it for me at no cost. They deserve every great review they get and I completely understand now why their customers keep coming back. Such loyalty! They earned another customer that will keep coming back to get my car fixed and maintained. It's so hard to trust one especially if you're a woman and auto shops tend to lie about their repairs and prices. Scotty's is my now go-to auto shop! read more

Scotty's Brake & Muffler - Shield guard screws - Auto Repair Near Me - El Monte, California

Quick and fast and nice.no waiting easy location friendly service great value for your money

Horrible and untrustworthy. A family member who's been coming here forever got their "timing chain" replaced for $1500. Took it to our further more trusted mechanic (for YEARS) shortly after the "work" had been completed and he said it's never been touched under the hood. No evidence of finger marks OR any fixing done, obviously still dirty with a very old chain. This shop has become extremely shady I've heard since Dave took over. Please check the work they've done BEFORE YOU LEAVE!!!! If you don't know what to look for, go somewhere else you actually trust. There's $1500 we'll never see again... spent on absolutely nothing. So disappointed no one from my family will ever go back. read more

I cannot recommend this more than anything else in the world. No bs nothing to hide at this shop. Straight forward customer service with Hume decency prices all day everyday. I have brought my car here at least 3-4 times and I have never left upset or lost in what was done. If your car has anything wrong long period of time they are not afraid to show you what they are doing and what they will do. I love this spot and recommend it for everything and anything. Dave is the best read more

I went early in the morning for my smog check and oil change and was out in about an hour for about $100. The folks working there are pleasant but straight to the point. I feel like they were honest with me and they even talked me out of buying something I wanted but they didn't think I needed. There's a few food places within walking distance if you don't want to make use of their admittedly lack-luster waiting room. read more

COME HERE!!!! TRUSTWORTHY!!!! My family has been coming here for YEARS. These guys know how to fix things. When I need help, they have been kind and helped me with my issues. If you come later in the day, they close a little early so you may not have luck. When I needed a $1,500 repair in the future, they gave me heads up about it and I came back when I was ready to pay for the service. COME TO SCOTTY'S!!! YOU WILL BE TAKEN CARE OF!!! read more

Have had my car serviced for oil and air filter change. Service was about 30-40 mins. They were communicative and kind. Recently, came back to get tire repaired from a nail/ring lodged into my tire for 2 days. Took them 15 min-20 mins. They were even kind enough to show me how to turn off the maintenance required light. Seems like they have customers who own classic or challenging cars to fix. I'd say they have good skills at this shop, but are not egotistical about it. read more

Going on a road trip and brought my car in for a fluid and tire check. The mechanic (I assumed owner) was so kind and helpful. He even declined payment. It's not often you meet genuine honest people. I will definitely be back when my car needs service I can actually pay for. Thank you for the great customer service, Scotty's Brake and Muffler! read more

I've been going to Scotty's for decades and have always had great service at reasonable prices. Highly recommended!

Scottys Brake and alignment is an all around honest business! They truly deserve to be recognized. The greatest customer service I've ever received at a repair shop. Scotty is so friendly and helpful. He takes his time to listen and actually gives you great advice without the pushy sales. Truly genuine person. I had three nails in my tires!!! THREE God damn nails! So I've heard. And my tires were almost bald. I didn't know and was driving for months! Could of diededdd.. so I Brought my car here for all 4 Tires. Falken ZIEX Ze950. Which are high performance and all season tires. My tire size was available so they ordered and installed them same day! Super fast service. They also balanced out my tires! Hubby and I came here for past tire alignments, smog checks and question or concerns regarding our cars. What I've known so far is that scottys have been around for a very long time so they are very knowledgeable. Thank you Scotty's!!! read more

Scotty's Brake & Muffler - Auto Repair Near Me - El Monte, California

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They provide excellent customer service. Knowledgeable in their trade. They are also informative and transparent. I primarily come here for their smog services. read more

Called in for a brake job estimate Thursday midday, possible rotor turning needed. Car was pulsating/vibrating/shaking when braking at high speed and beginning to happen at lower speeds. Got a low and high estimate. Reasonable, plus was assured it was a good time to drive in and not have to wait long. (I was ready to wait anyway, waiting for services like this takes time.) I was greeted right away by tech 1, told him what I needed, he remembered I called. He was really nice stopped what he was doing to greet me and drive my car in. A diff tech (tech 2) worked on my car, explained the situation with the front rotors: too thin, possibly warped, not worth getting machined. Front rotor and brakes were replaced. Front brakes work harder than rear on most cars. May need to replace once before having to replace rear brakes. I was out 30 min faster than expected. My experience was positive at this shop on my first visit. My first impression is they want to help, are friendly and upfront about costs. The owner thanked me for my business on the way out. I never really noticed this place, just drove by without giving it a second thought. read more

Dave was a great help with patching a tire from a nail on my husband's car and recommending a used tire place. Yes, both of us had a nail in our tires. I had a nail on the outskirts of one of my tires and needed a new tire. After explaining to him that I wanted an inexpensive new tire and planned to change all new 4 tires in the future, he directed me to 1 Stop Rebuilt & Exchange on Arden Drive and Valley Blvd. I was grateful for his honesty and tuning into the needs of his customers. While I was for hubby's tire to be patched, I overheard incoming customers referring him by his name. He was done in less than 10 minutes and the cost was very reasonable ($10). read more

I paid $30 for smog check.,good price and nice guy BOB SCOTT DAVE SHAWN all three guy is honest. read more

This place has been in business for 50 years and I think I know why. I have my high top van service here for my brakes, muffler, oil changes, etc. So far they have done a great job. If something is not fixed right, they will correct the problem. Thanks! read more

Went there twice in one day and both times great service and experience. I had a brake and light inspection done the first time and then a smog check done the second time. Thanks for the quick and outstanding job! read more

These guys are great in their work and fair in pricing. I hit a hunk of metal on the freeway -- couldn't avoid it without collision or by getting off the highway safely. I made a Huge hole in my gas tank. They found a gas tank and got my car to me before they closed down for a holiday period. They also picked me up so that I could get my car before they closed down. Then months later when I brought the car back for servicing before taking a long road trip during the winter, they did everything needed for the car to go through cold weather safely. read more

They listen to all my concerns and my car was fixed in a very short time highly recommend

I've been there a couple of times just to get my veh smoged. They offer other services which I've never used

Great people and service. Had my vehicle smog checked here. Prices are low Beyond fair.

Great people and great staff definitely!. Father recommended me to come on by to get my flat taken care of by this team of tentative boss and techs. Customers satisfaction and service is their goal and priority and passion and you can see it. From communication to their work ethic they do it with everything they know and best of all techs also educate you on why this occurred and stuff. They don't just charge you they take the time to show and explain to you to make sure you understand other places could care less really. Scotty isn't those places. I'm coming back each time for my fixes especially flats! Price is reasonable too and their quick in turnaround time as well. read more

Scotty's Brake & Muffler - Tech getting my flat taken care of! - Auto Repair Near Me - El Monte, California

Great service, great staff, very informative and goes honest work. We smog all of our cars here every year for several years We would bring our cars here for service, but husband is a mechanic already. However, would definitely recommend this place to others. read more

Fair pricing and honest work done. I needed just a simple alignment and they did an excellent job. I'd return for work in the future.

Best place to get your ac coolant and recharge your compressor!! I always come here to do my smog check always honest about your cars. Very nice and humble people. read more

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OMG they are super friendly.. I told them I need to replace the catalytic converter. David help me scanned the code without charge me anything.. David sent me to Kevin smog check.. I even got a discount for smog check....they just help me saved so much money...so I went back and gave them a tip... They are very honest people highly recommended read more

Took my suv in this morning at 7:30am for front and rear brakes. Shawn helped me out and went above and beyond with his service and communication. I ended up needed new brakes and rotors (I figured I needed rotors since I've been putting it off and driving with squeaking breaks for months). The price was more than fair and they did brakes, rotors, oil change, and air filters by 12pm. Very fast service! Shawn was awesome and Scotty's just got a new customer. I'll be taking all my vehicles here from now on! Thanks guys! read more

I HONESTLY WOULD NOT TAKE MY CAR ANYWHERE ELSE! These guys are so honest and nice (which is hard to find these days) I drive all the way from Victorville for these guys! That says ALOT! read more

This is the best auto repair place to go to. My grandsons 2002 Camry would overheat every now and then. I brought the car to several shops, including Pep boys & was charged a lot each time and Scotty's was the only shop that did a good job. It has been over a year and my grandsons car has been in good shape. I highly recommend Scotty's. Very honest & reasonable priced read more

This auto shop is top-notch! The car was making a terrible grinding sound and a friend recommended me to Scotty's. I went in the next morning and they were so friendly! They gave me a very reasonable quote, did fantastic work and even picked me up when I didn't have a ride to the shop. Scotty himself is genuinely and great, wholesome man that is honest with his customers. I highly recommend taking your vehicle to Scotty's for great service! read more

I was recommended this place to come for anything car issue related by a friend. I went to check on Yelp to see what reviews were like and it looked pretty good. I was having issues with my brakes but wasn't sure if it was warped or worn out. I called asking for a quote and Scotty picked up the phone and gave me some option. Scotty was super friendly and told me that he can either shave the brakes a little so its even or replace if it's worn out. His pricing was really good considering Honda was going to charge me 3x the amount. I came early Friday morning and Scotty remembered that I called. We talked for a bit and he was a joy to talk to. He told me his nephew was going to work on my car and that he likes Honda cars. Scotty and his nephew told me that I won't need new rotors but instead they can shave it down to be as good as new and also change my pads. This was refreshing to hear because usually places like to upsell you on something more pricier. Me and his nephew had a good talk and he got my car taken care of. Everyone here is friendly which I like. With everything done it came out to be $175.00 which is a lot cheaper than elsewhere. Definitely consider this place. Very honest place and will take care of any car issues you have. They got my business. read more

First class mechanics and gentlemen here! I was treated with respect and honesty. My car was serviced quickly & throughly. Ladies, (and gents) I can't stress enough the level of professionalism and honesty I received. I've been to my share of shops and Scotty's surpasses them all, by far! Excellent services with a sharp mechanics eye. None of my questions went unanswered. I left there knowing exactly what my car needed done in the near future and what could be budgeted in later, also knowing where other mechanics were looking to just take my money. This place came highly recommended to me by my most respected relative and I clearly see why. I highly recommend Scotty's to anyone in need of an honest professional. 10 stars if I could! read more

Great 1st time experience. Got my brakes done same day and they were kind enough to wait after hours so I can pick up my car! Will return

Best shop around town they will take good care of you ask for Bob, they always will get your car running more miles and more life I've been going to this shop for years now at least 12 years now never had a problem that couldn't fix. Highly recommended read more

Trust worthy local shop. Big dealerships lie and up sale every repair but not at Scottie's

The guys here are all super sweet and helpful. I called before going in to see if they were a licensed brake and light inspection location and they were. When I arrived they helped me right away and I got to wait off to the side outside which I was super grateful for because I was out in the open air. Would most definitely go back so I can continue supporting a business such as themselves. read more