Jeff provided some awesome service and work, set me up with exactly the upgrades I was looking for. After some driving, I heard some rubbing on the tires, brought it back in for a complimentary trim and re-tightening. Great shop, would recommend these guys. read more

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Checked issue. Ordered parts, will return tomorrow for service. Jeff was very helpful. Glad to get service here recommended by our friends in Aptos. read more

Great service. I had both my 2025 RAM diesel and my trailer serviced here and couldn't be happier.

Super thorough vehicle inspection with detailed report including videos and photos. Excellent communication. Friendly and informative staff explained the issues with my 4x4 front end, classified repairs as urgent and non urgent. My new go to for work in my truck. read more

Have them run a power cable for me from an alternator to my truck bed... You guys rock. Absolutely great service and you tell the people who work there enjoy their job... Before working with these guys I had called another place over in Scotts valley, every time they answer the phone they sounded like they wanted to jump off a bridge... read more

Ordered an RSI Smartcap EVO Sport to Street Scene for my new Tacoma, and I couldn't be more pleased. Ben and Jeff were SUPER helpful - answered all my questions, were friendly and knowledgeable, and got me in and out of there in one day. Had questions after the service, and they got back top me promptly and thoroughly. Great experience - 100% recommend. read more

Street Scene - SmartCap EVO sport installed by Street Scene - Auto Repair Near Me - Watsonville, California

Brought my 07 F150 here for an ongoing rear brake issue (have had to replace calipers, rotors, and shoes 3 times in 9 years of ownership because they seize and overheat). No off roading no towing no heavy payloads... just highway driving and back and forth to Tahoe. Tired of throwing parts at a problem that isn't going away. Street Scene has entered the chat. Ben says they'll get to the bottom of it. The issue I brought forward mind you was: "figure out what's making the brakes seize, and fix it. I don't want to bring this car back to a shop for seizing brakes anymore." A few days later I get a call asking to check the rear differential fluid? Okay, he says it's part of their diagnostic process... I know that's not the issue but he refuses to move forward in the diagnostic without accounting for this step, so I okay the work. Then he calls and says the ABS module was failing. Explains it in a way that sounds credible (module not allowing pressure to back flow thus causing caliper piston to stay engaged ever so slightly -- makes sense). $3800. A few days after picking up the truck with the statement from Ben "I'm confident this is the fix to your issue, but if it happens again bring it back and we'll make it right," I'm driving back from Tahoe. Brakes seize up coming down highway 50. Ben says bring it back and they'll handle it. I asked them to check out the e-brake assembly as there are several forum accounts stating a corroded e-brake spring release clip ($15) could be the culprit and is common. Just got a call stating their diagnostic has now pivoted to suspecting a bad wheel bearing and possibly a bent axel? Not sure how we arrived there from bad ABS module. Never took off the tire to assess the e-brake assemblies during the second diagnostic by the way. Seems to me like they have no idea what they're looking for. I told them "don't be another shop that just throws parts at a problem they're not able to properly diagnose." Seems to me to be exactly what's going on. Will update after meeting with the shop today to further review their customer service end of handling this issue. Read other reviews too -- similar accounts on both google and Yelp. Recommend avoiding this shop at this point. read more

A serious lack of workmanship and oversight Installed the wrong lug nuts from the old wheels even though I paid for new extended thread lug nuts, the alignment was way out and I had to go to another tire shop to get it right, The bottom mounting bolts were loose on the Firestone airbags and the CV Axle they installed is now leaking grease out of the boot . So basically everything that they did except the shocks was installed poorly or is wrong. I paid a lot of money for street scene to install these parts and now I have to redo everything and pay another shop to install a new CV axle. read more

Took our double-axle, hydraulic-braked boat trailer there this week as the brakes were non-operational - on the basis of other Yelp reviews. What a gem of a business. Prompt, professional, well-managed, priced well, thorough, clear and concise. Honestly haven't seen a better run or managed auto or trailer repair business in Santa Cruz county in 25 years of living here. They. Are. Awesome. Got a very thorough inspection performed (with pictures - texted to me), with diagnosis, suggested repair for the primary problem (they actually fixed while performing the diagnosis as it was related) and other suggested repairs to perform or consider performing soon. ZERO pressure to get non-urgent things done. We were there for trailer work - but cars are most of what they do - and I won't hesitate to service my vehicles there. They also specialize in aftermarket suspension setups (street and offroad) and tow setups too. A *complete* car/truck/trailer service and repair center, in other words. Give them a call - they're great. read more

Great service, reasonably priced. Vehicle in and out when they said it would be done and I would definitely recommend this place for your van or truck needs. read more

Couldn't be happier with the Service at Street Scene. I came in thinking I needed new breaks for my Acura and they told me I did not. Refreshing they were honest. Quick oil changes, reasonably priced. I appreciate their text updates. Convenient location for me. Very happy customer. read more

These guys are awesome installed a bed liner in nothing flat. Super nice and super quick...

I needed my horse trailer serviced, & Ben was very welcoming from the minute he picked up the phone. I got an appointment right away, and the crew at Street Scene did a fantastic job assessing what needed to be done. Ben was honest & told me that the trailer only needed some rewiring, a few lights replaced, and new tires. The old tires were 10 years old. Ben checked the battery, which was fine and said the wheels didn't need bearings or repacking. Street Scene is the best....honest, competent, & reliable. I'll be going back! read more

Street Scene On & Off Road Performance did a great job installing a hitch on our Tesla Y. From start to finish they ordered the Tesla Part, set up a time to install and finished the installation before the time of day they promised. Very courteous. We will have our boat trailer maintenance done here in the future. read more

Great service. Had a part go bad and they replaced it for free I was not able to fix it and then they fixed it and then it was fixed so now I'm gonna have to go read more

They installed a trailer hitch for us and did a good job. We will use them again for regular service! Glad to have found them!

Street Scene replaced the tires on my boat trailer, and then when the tires needed more inflation due to the size of the boat, Jeff came to THE BOAT RAMP to add more air!! Can't say enough about the professionalism and customer service that this demonstrates! great job!! read more

These guys know how to run a business. TOP NOTCH customer service, courteous, reliable and excellent communication. I took my horse trailer in for some routine maintenance, electrical and other TLC items. They even mounted my camera for me. I wish I could give ten stars. I really was impressed. You won't be disappointed I guarantee it. My horses are happy and safe guys. Thank you so much. read more

Street Scene - Auto Repair Near Me - Watsonville, California

I wanted to get a hitch added to my car and found local places in Santa Cruz had a long lead time to get the hitch (a week) and then wanted another week to schedule the installation. I contacted street scene and they ordered my hitch that day and it was on my car two days later. Not only that but they installed it in about 2 hours so I went to the local coffee shop and came back to my new hitch. So easy and they were very responsive and friendly the whole way through. I also found there price to be the best I could find, Highly recommend these guys! read more

Coming down from the mountains ,driving near Watsonville our RV's brakes started to burn and smoke. Fortunately we consulted Yelp for a reference and went to Street Scene. Owner Bill checked our brakes as soon as we arrived and scheduled our repair for the next day, squeezing us in so we could continue our travels . It was necessarily a complete front and rear rotors and pads replacement- expensive, but done right. The work was done expertly with upgraded parts. The following day we were concerned about some burning smell on grades so we went back and Bill and crew did a complete recheck of the work for free, sending us on our way with reassurance. We would recommend Street Scene, Bill and crew to anyone in need of friendly and expert service! Mike and Cyndy - Quincy , MA read more

I needed my new Subaru Outback wired for towing. I tried several places closer to home but no one was interested in or willing to do the job for me. I had a particular brake controller I wanted to use, made by Redarc, and Street Scene not only knew about it but they are a dealer and they like this particular unit. The job was done at the agreed upon time and took pretty much the time they estimated. I particularly liked it when Bill invited me to come look and showed off how neatly the wiring was installed - talk about pride of ownership! I highly recommend this shop and if I ever need anything else done like this I will just go here and get it done right! read more

Needed to find a shop to install adjustable coil overs on my 2017 Cadillac CTS. I brought the car by to get a quote on the work and the great sales guys helped me out. I scheduled the appointment for the following week and they had the car done in one day. Very reasonable pricing too. They did great work and I'll be bringing my truck in for modifications next! Definitely recommend them for car and truck work! read more

Street Scene - Auto Repair Near Me - Watsonville, California

Update: Decided to do some routine maintenance after a blown tire and had a few issues w EGR valve sticking as well as gear shifter. Because this wasn't what I brought it in for, and it took a day longer than expected, I became frustrated. However what happened was a blessing in disguise. After Google searching egr valve for my vehicle there had been a recall on similar Jeeps, and it was a common problem that can lead to many issues. They cleaned it out and sent pics. Then when I went to p/u it wouldn't go into gear. Turned out to be the previous owner spilt a cup of coffee in gear area and soaked solenoid. Never had a shifting problem in my short month owning it, however could of froze up in a much worse area. Many thanks to Ben, Tomas for the ride home, and the whole team of hard working professionals who go the extra mile for their customers. read more

I just can't say enough about street scenes off Rd performance, RV Chassis and Mechanic shop. Whenever I called, regardless if it was Bill the owner, or his sons, or any of the staff they were always kind, professional, and very welcoming. They sincerely want to help you with whatever situation you had going on with your vehicle or trailer. We brought our fifth wheel RV to have the leaf springs equalizers between the tires on the axles replaced. Bill was great about contacting the manufacturer and ordering the parts, as soon as the parts came in three days later they scheduled us for installation. They did everything they said they were going to do for the price they said they were going to do it. When we were there dropping off the RV or picking it up, everyone was so professional and polite. . Smooth and easy are the two words I would use to describe this operation. I can't recommend them enough. I wish I could give them 10 stars instead of five. Ron and Tony read more

These guys are fantastic! I can always count on these guys to take care of our needs. They have worked on our trucks & trailers for years!!!! read more

Outstanding!! First time I've use SS. Everyone is friendly and knowledgeable. A wide variety of vehicles, from cars to lifted wheelers. Diagnosed my vehicle issues sooner than quoted and at a very reasonable cost. Not only will I continue to use them as my mechanics, but highly recommend them to anyone that needs a new place to take their car for repairs. I looking forward to more of their work in the future. read more

After two other shops were unable too diagnose or fix the issue with my car I brought it here. They figured out pretty quickly what the problem was and were able to fix it in a timely matter. They were professional and Had great customer service skill. I can't thank them enough for getting my car runny again! Next time I have issues with my car I'll be hitting these guys up for sure! Definitely 5 out of 5 stars!. Thanks read more

I had an aftermarket tow hitch added to my SUV, Street Scene provided great communication and a great installation experience. Parking is a bit tight so get there early. Ben was very knowledgable and explained how to use the hitch and brake system. read more

5500 dollars into a brake job and this shop can still not figure out the issue. Throwing whatever they can at the wall (at my expense) to fix the problem. Zero results. One of the most expensive shops around should demand some of the best mechanics around. No longer the case with this shop, unfortunately. I'd advise to spend your money elsewhere particularly if you own a 4x4 vehicle. I won't be coming back. read more

I highly recommend street scene as they are prompt, reliable and do A+ work! The guys up front are knowledgeable & welcoming and the guys behind the scenes always leave my truck and camper in better condition then what they found it in! I will always give these guys my business and recommend them! read more

I had to get a brake controller switched from a SUV we were trading in into our new car. The folks at the RV service place in Santa Cruz referred me to Street Scene. I talked to Bill on the phone. We scheduled a time for me to come in the next morning. Street Scene provided steller service and unbelievably affordable prices. I am so impressed. read more

These guys are the real deal when it comes to service, quality, and clarity of communication. I've worked with Bill, David, and Joseph, and all of them are extremely helpful, upbeat, knowledgeable, and skilled. I've had three projects done by Street Scene and am looking forward to more. Their installs on my Toyota Tacoma of a tonneau cover, Yakima racks, and air springs were top notch, their prices are competitive, and their explanations of how everything works and what I need is always clear and educational. I highly recommend Street Scene. They've been in this business for a long time, and I haven't found any other similar companies in the area that provide the level of service they offer. read more

Street Scene - Auto Repair Near Me - Watsonville, California

First off i want to say that Bills (The owner) customer service is always above and beyond any other shop, he has been very instrumental in helping me set up the lift kit i will be getting for my truck, i have made purchases there before and i keep going back for the simple fact that he always tries his best to find what you want/need. i walk in there regularly and ask him a ton of questions on what to get what i will need and things of that nature and he NEVER turns down and Happily answers my questions even though i only make a purchase 1 out of every 5+ times i go in there. he has secured himself a customer for life with me as long as i live in this area as well as dozens of people i have referred to him! i have a big project coming up and many of my parts will be coming from his shop! if you are reading this don't hesitate to stop by, check out the shop and ask him the questions you might have he's a great guy! Keep up the exceptional customer service and great work! read more

We recently brought our 30-year-old classic vehicle to Street Scene for an evaluation. The coolant light was flashing but we couldn't find a leak nor did the fluid appear to be low. Street Scene performed a 24-point inspection for a nominal fee and texted us photographs of their findings! The biggest issue was that the oil cooler was leaking into the coolant--in other words, a real mess. Because the vehicle is old and the milage is high, we weren't sure whether it was worth repairing. However, it's an unusual model camper van, we use in only occasionally, and we are very fond of it, so we discussed options with Jeff & Ben. They were very honest with us and worked out a plan to address the most important issue now for a reasonable sum, and take it from there. They told us they would stay in close touch and if the technician found anything major he would stop work and we could halt the repair without incurring an unreasonable expense. We agreed to that plan and a day later we had our van back and running in tip-top condition! It's quieter and full of power--it's like Street Scene shaved 15 years off the old girl. We are incredibly pleased with the quality of the service and repairs provided by Street Scene and their willingness to not only work on this quirky model but also to provide a reasonable plan of action for such an old vehicle. We look forward working with Street Scene for all our vehicle maintenance and repair needs. read more

My wheel drive went out on my dodge diesel and they were able to get it fixed in one day, demonstrated why it wasn't working, and then demonstrated to me after the install the 4wheel drive working. Everyone in the shop was extremely nice. The owner took the time to introduce himself and communicated the whole process clearly and precisely. They really saved me right before a serious trip with a heavy trailer up some bad road conditions. Look forward to having them install some aftermarket parts on the front end. Best shop experience I've had in this state. read more

We just bought a new to us 2018 Subaru Forester, and needed to have a tow hitch installed. The dealership said we should have it done there (no thanks) which of course prompted my husband to search for a local place to get it done. After a quick search, he called Street Scene. we live in Gilroy so a quick trip over highway 152 is easy. Jeff was very helpful and professional, and gave us a fast quote to order the parts and told us we could get the hitch installed as soon as it came in. We ordered the part on Monday, it came in on Wednesday. We were able to schedule the installation on a day that fit our schedule. My husband brought the car in and Ben was ready and waiting to get the installation started. They quoted my husband two hours to complete the job, and it was done before that time. We are thrilled with the service and quality of work that was done, and the price was very reasonable. If we have any other automotive repair needs, Street Scene is where we will be heading to... Great job guys! read more

Questionable/poor work product. Inconsistent communication. No confidence in end result to the point which all will be redone by another shop. Definitely not returning. read more

Called Bill to see if he could put a trailer hitch on my new rav4 and how much it would cost. After a few minutes he came up with a price of $425 parts and labor. I said that is fine and paid half up front. The following week I called and they said the hitch had come in and I can come right down for installation. I went down and they put it on in about 30 to 40 minutes. It looks great and are very pleased with their work and professionalism. This happens to be the second hitch I've had Street Scenes and have friends who have done the same for their bike racks. Rich D read more

Expert advice, friendly staff, and quality work. Needed hardware ordered and installed to attach my cab-over camper to my truck. Got me in quick for my appointment and had the truck done in a day when the parts got there. Happy customer read more

I had a great experience with Street Scene. I recently had a brake controller installed in my 4-Runner. The guys there were extremely helpful from start to finish and even said to call anytime if I had any questions on it or needed help. I would absolutely recommend them for any car or truck related needs. read more