Great service! I would 100 % recommend Tiger Motors. Lucas helped us out in a pinch and the price was beyond fair!

Just wanted to update that Luke and Garrett are still doing amazing work. The most knowledgeable Toyota guys around, they can tell you the most common issues your car will potentially face. Don't take your car anywhere else if it's a Japanese make and you care about it at all. read more

I feel fortunate to have found Tiger Motors. I mostly communicated with Luke, who is very pleasant and even tempered. As a fellow engineer (although in a different field) I can tell that he is careful, thorough, and conscientious. He wants the best result possible. The mechanics do quality work and also do a lot of work quickly. The shop has a great process for inspecting the vehicle and dividing things into what needs to be repaired right away, and what you can keep an eye on, or maybe repair somewhere else (like a windshield). I feel like I can trust their recommendations. I came in with a steaming/overheating engine with a huge knock in the rear, coolant leaks, that was barely drivable, and for around 1K, it is driving quite well now. I will be back if I need anything else. read more

Good, honest mechanics. They never once made me feel pressured, and have always been very informative on what is going on with my car. Luke, Garret and staff are very good at explain what's wrong and how to fix it. Thank you guys!! read more

First time taking my car here. They exceeded my expectations. I was completely comfortable with the entire interaction. I was able to explain my situation and they understood exactly what I was talking about . They took the burden off of me and handle it quickly with no surprises. They are very professional and will continue to receive my business . I completely trust them . The service was not overpriced and very reasonable. read more

I was going to another auto repair shop in town that specializes in Toyotas (for many years actually), but their last work on my truck was less than impressive and took days to get back. So I researched other local Toyota mechanics and saw the exceptional reviews for Tiger Motors. I reached out to schedule an appointment -- I spoke with Luke. They were booked out for a week (which is an indicator of a good shop). The next day there was a cancellation and Luke called -- I was able to bring my car in same day. I was provided a detailed diagnostic within hours. Luke talked through options for what needed to be done and what could be done later -- that is an honest shop! My Toyota was ready to pick up the following morning, which is REALLY impressive. I HIGHLY recommend Tiger Motors -- trustworthy, friendly, and amazing work. I am now a loyal customer. If you have a Toyota, this is the shop to go to. Thanks Luke! read more

The owner was extremely kind to help me on a whim when my car battery died right in front of the shop. He gave great recommendations as well, thanks so much!! read more

Luke and the team at Tiger took the time to thoroughly inspect my Prius and communicated the issues they found. They didn't push for unnecessary repairs or try to upsell me on services I didn't need, which is a rare find in the automotive industry. I highly recommend visiting them. I left feeling confident in their workmanship and grateful for the peace of mind they provided regarding my vehicle's maintenance needs. read more

First time I had ever been. Sandman Glass recommended them to me! I was beyond pleased with all of it! My car hadn't been to the shop other than tires and brakes since I bought it! The once over, service and communication was beyond! The work was spectacular and driving my car after was a blessing! Thank you so much for taking care of my car and me! read more

These guys will take care of you. I've had my oil changed here a couple times. If there is any other service I need, they take the time to explain it to me, never pressuring my decisions. Personable, honest service. read more

I brought my 1998 4runner in for an oil change and inspection, and am extremely happy with the service I was provided. I was able to get an appointment quickly and easily, and they were very informative about the problems that were found. Garett asked what my goals were with the truck (just keep it running, restore, fixing to sell, etc), and worked with me to come up with a to-do list in order of importance. The prices for everything quoted were very fair, and both Garett and Luke worked hard to show that they were grateful for the business. I feel I got much better service than taking it to the dealer, and will be returning to Tiger Motors for all of my mechanical needs from here on out. Please give these guys a try, you will not be disappointed! read more

If you own Toyota or Lexus, Tiger Motors is the place to go. They are very knowledgeable and give me a good advice. I would keep bringing my Lexus to Tiger Motors in the future. read more

Update: still the best!! The location is a huge pain in my rear due to my schedule and the fact that I live about 40 minutes to an hour away, but I will continue willingly making the trek because this shop is the best I have ever experienced (by far). Communication is top-notch, timeliness is exactly as quoted, prices are incredibly reasonable, and they do the job right every single time. These guys know their stuff! Garrett & his team are professional, caring, and knowledgeable. My only critique is that I wish they'd open a second location closer to south county! read more

This morning my trunk hatch would not allow me to close the trunk. My teenage son was upset because we were trying to get out the door so he wouldn't be late to school... It was a bad morning to say the least! Well I pulled into the tiger motors parking lot just as they were opening. On the sign it has a great visual of a tiger so I thought it would be a good place to stop. Well it was! Luke came right out and fixed the latch on my trunk. Thank you so much for your kindness Luke and I will recommend you to anyone who asks! read more

These guys know what they are doing. It's so important to find mechanics you can trust. I highly recommend this business.

Tiger Motors in Santa Cruz is my go to shop for most everything Toyota. Good prices, straight forward honesty, easy to work with, and the owner is a master Toyota mechanic who pays attention to details. Garrett tells me when a project or repair are best handled elsewhere, such as diff or transfer cases gears. Highly recommended. read more

You can trust your car to Tiger Motors. Garrett is a real standup guy and a straight shooter. He and his crew do an excellent job - they really care about your car and you. You can count on Garrett to tell it like it is, explain what is going on, what you absolutely need to fix, and what can wait. He won't try to upsell or hoodwink you like some will. Top quality work, expert problem solvers, quick, reliable, and fun to talk to. What more could you want? read more

I recently took my Prius to Tiger Motors. The engine suddenly began missing badly. The first shop I took it to tried various diagnostics and fixes without success. They recommended Tiger Motors for their expertise on Prius cars. They did not have an easy time of it either. They spent a considerable amount of time trying to run down the problem. The cause of the problem remained elusive, but because of the scoring they observed on cylinder walls, they concluded that I needed either an expensive engine rebuild or a used replacement engine. They found a replacement engine with a little over half the mileage of our car. I was able to get some history on it via Carfax. So we purchased it and they installed it. But there was still a bit of a shudder under certain acceleration conditions. Again they spent a lot of time figuring out the problem until they found signs of water in the the fuel rails and then in the gas tank, the origin of which remains a mystery. After all the water was removed, the car ran fine and continues to do so. I greatly appreciated the professional dedication of Luke and Garret in methodically and relentlessly tracking down the issues. They would not give up until the car was fixed right. And in the end, they charged for only a fraction of the hours they spent diagnosing the problems. Excellent quality service and more than fair billing. Highly recommended. read more

Garrett and his team are CHAMPS. Always does a drive with me before and after, to make sure it's driving well and everything is "cured". Also, I'm not a car brain - and he takes his time explaining the issue and how he will fix it. Go here ! read more

These guys are great. My Prius V was insisting that I get it serviced, but I sure didn't want to take it to that overpriced marble mansion called the dealership here. Turns out they really know the hybrids, did the 50K mile service for way less than the dealer would have, in just one hour. Highly recommend these guys. read more

I needed to get my 90,000 mile service on my Toyota, which is a major service. And very expensive. So, I shopped around calling on auto service centers with high ratings on yelp. Garrett from Tiger motors suggested that I drop by and check them out. So, I did. When I went to Tiger Motors I was pleasantly surprised when Garrett, the owner, came out and greeted me. He was very cordial and did a few things for me for free while I was there. I scheduled an appointment and He added a bit of oil for me because I was going on a trip over the weekend before I was going to get my car serviced. He noticed that one of my tires was low and put air in it. Anyway, to make a long story short, I am happy to say that I went with Tiger Motors it's really nice to be able to talk to someone who can explain what the problem is with my car in everyday language. The price that they gave me was competitive and they were extremely friendly. I highly recommend Tiger motors especially to Toyota owners--Think about how nice it would be to have your car worked on by a person instead of a technician with a number that you never get to see. read more

A mechanic you can trust is a great thing in life. When you drop your car off, you know it's in good hands. When he says a price, it's always fair. He and his team are great. I have had 5 cars worked on by Garrett (lift kit, timing chain, timing belt, water pumps, head gasket, wheel stud, rough idle) and all experiences have been great. They are factory trained, and have a ton of knowledge about cars. There are a lot of mechanics in Santa Cruz, and I have always felt kind of ripped off, or like they were adding on services I didn't need. Not here. He tells you straight up, here is what your car needs to be back on the road, here is what is could use to be running even better, and here are a few things you should do eventually. No pressure, no sales tactics, just great work. This is one of the businesses that is an example of how all businesses should be. read more

I go to Tiger Motors every time i have any car issues. Garrett has been very helpful and consistent with his work.. I go to UCSC and he always finds a way to work around my schedule to help me with my car.. I highly recommend this shop to anyone who needs a car checkup or has car problems. read more

Great team over here. Very passionate and knowledgeable about cars, Toyota trucks in particular. Always learn something new every time I do business here and my trucks are always running great! read more

Garett Cotton is the man to trust with any Toyota problem. He has given me flawless advice on repairs from 80's Toyota work trucks to Highlanders Hybrids and Priuses. I would rather take my vehicles here than the dealer. He knows them that well. read more

I am a longtime Lexus and Toyota owner who has taken my cars to the Toyota dealer and a number of service shops in Santa Cruz over the past 20 years. Recently took my Lexus GS350 to Tiger Motors for routine service and then again for brakes. This is what automobile service should be. Owner worked for major dealer for a decade so is very experienced with Toyota vehicles. Personable and helpful owner and staff, a small shop, who give extra attention and appreciate their customers. Went beyond what was asked of them in terms of service and attentiveness. Pricing lower than dealer. If you have a Lexus or Toyota I would highly recommend that you give them a try. I wanted to write this review because I think good service at reasonable prices is not easy to find and should be recognized! read more

Garrett was very welcoming with my first appointment with Tiger Motors. I didn't feel pressured about future work that needs to be done on my Toyota Sienna MiniVan. His past history of 12 years as a service technician at the local Toyota Dealership showed through with his patience, attention to details and work experience for all things Toyota. I feel good by doing business with a local shop, especially one as passionate as Tiger Motors. read more

I keep forgetting to write a review, but finally I got around to it. The owner and co workers are all super friendly and filled me in on some info on my car I wasn't aware of. I called a day early to schedule an appointment for an oil change, a day later I was in and out within 30-45 minutes. My car requires synthetic oil so I think it was roughly 60 bucks. Great place and great guys :) be back soon! read more

Tiger Motors has saved me more than once! Excellent service, excellent workmanship, and very friendly staff! They should be everyone's go to place for car troubles. I highly recommend them. read more

My daughter took her Prius in because all kinds of warning lights came on. Initially, she was busy with exams and Garrett (the owner) offered to go pick up the car at her house. (Unbelievable service.) After he at looked the car, he called us immediately with the diagnosis and explained in detail what the issue was. Very knowledgeable w/ Toyotas. Highly recommended! read more

These guys took really good care of my Tacoma. They were quick and made sure to explain the issues and fix, super knowledgable! It's nice to get personalized service and know that they are paying attention to detail. Would highly recommend these guys, I'm definitely going back. read more

I've been to a lot of mechanics...my Lexus has 288K miles on it...and Garrett is the best. He explains things and shows you what he is doing. He got the work done exactly when he said he would at the promised price. He offered to pick me up or drop off my car. But the best thing was the price. He did a timing belt at a third the price of other places I've been to. He really knows the car and pointed things out to me that no one else has. Oh yeah: he finds you the best and cheapest parts. I had a steering wheel motor burn out. That would be $400 plus anywhere else. He took it apart and found it was one gear that was stripped. He got on eBay, found the gear and fixed the motor while I watched. That's when I knew I was dealing with a pro who knew the best way to help customers. My only fear in writing this is he will get too popular and I won't be able to get in when I need him...but wth...have to help the guy who helped me and help y'all find a mechanic you can trust. read more

So I have a 2014 Mazda 3 manual transmission! I took my car to Garrett and a couple of other places who all told me I needed a new transmission! Fortunately for me, I had an extended warranty and asked Garrett if he would provide the service on my car. I went out of town on a business trip and left my car at the shop. When I returned, my car was ready to go even tho Garrett still had not gotten paid by my insurance! I paid my share and left. I drove my car to target which is only a couple miles down the road! When I came out of the store something went wrong with my car! It would not go into gear so I immediately called Garrett. He came to where I was gave me his own personal car and took mine back to his shop where he fixed a minor detail that was not his fault! Next day I picked up my car and it was good to go ! I highly recommend tiger Motors to anyone I know even tho he specializes in certain males and models (my car not included), he did an awesome job ! I feel that if I ever need anything for my car, tiger automotive and Garrett and his staff will go out of their way to help you out!! 20'stars for Garrett! read more

Honest, reasonable, accommodating and friendly - these are all the things that Garrett proved to be. I was referred here by a friend when asking for a recommendation on where to get my brakes done. He not only worked with my schedule but gave me a great price and was thorough and just provided good vibes overall. It is hard to find an honest person in general in this day and age and to find one in the car repair business is a bonus. Will go back for additional work. Thanks Garrett and team! read more

Garrett and his staff did a great job on our car which was flashing every light imaginable when we brought it in. He found it was only the spark plugs and promptly had it fixed and ready. His honesty and fairness means we will go to Tiger Motors whenever our cars need service and you should too! Chris Crubaugh read more

Garrett is a very down to earth, realistic, and nice young man. He fixed up my ford ranger for significantly cheaper than the other shops in town estimated. He also talked me through everything he was doing. Very professional, very courteous, highly recommended. Don't take your car to the schmucks at dealerships that often will sabotage another component to get more work. Tiger motors is the real deal. read more

Garret is awesome! Always takes great care of me. Love this shop. Super trustworthy and such a great staff. Got me and my car on the road and back to business fast. I would recommend them to all my friends. read more

I have been going to Tiger Motors for almost a year now and I'm so grateful to have found a place and owner who I can trust and go to. Garett is AMAZING and goes out of his way to make sure that he can do anything possible to keep my baby(car) running smoothly, safely and at a great price so I don't have to always come back in. He taught me so much about my car and really cares for his customers. I can't say enough good things about this place and value/trust the owners opinions and recommendations. You had me at hello!% read more

Garrett is amazing. My boss needed an oil change ASAP, I called him up and he said just drop it off and I'll squeeze you in. Within a few hours he called and it was ready. Super friendly, and very affordable, I highly recommend Tiger Motors! read more

I could not be happier with the place. The mechanic has a big heart and great knowledge of the art of car service. He found the issue with my car right away when I pulled up, even though he had other things that needed to be done he made room in his schedule to fix the belt on my slightly archaic Toyota Previa. Even before he offered me the service, he went ahead and tightened my belt so I would be able to run with peace of mind before he got me back in the shop. He gave me a very fair price and I could not be happier knowing that such a great person could work on my vehicle. I send him my appreciation every time I hear my car running smooth now, and am happy how human the business can still be. read more