“Bruce was very friendly and completed the work even before the time he mentioned it would be done by. When he realized that the overall bill go up by about $100, he called and let me know.”
“I do not normally leave reviews, but the service was so exceptional I had to. If you are in Berkeley and having any car difficulties, this is THE place to go. Everyone at the business is kind, patient, and thorough. They made me feel so heard, and were so patient in explaining what was going on with my car. I can't say enough incredible things about the service and this business! I will definitely be back if I need anything.”
“I've been using Berkeley Minicar for years and has have always had a good experience with them. They are professional and honest in their estimates on the amount of work to be done and the costs. I recommend them highly!”
“They do high quality work at a very reasonable price in a timely manner. I go to them for almost any type of car issue (transmission, broken window, oil change, electrical issue) and they’ve been able to do pretty much anything so far. I highly recommend this business”
“Robert and the Model Garage team are awesome! Dorene and Ernesto as always made sure my car is safe and sound transportation for me. They keep my (older) car in tip top shape and really “go the extra mile” to make sure everything is done right. They communicate beautifully and are very competent and kind, a great combination! Thank you, Robert and Model Garage Team!”
“Great garage and great service! I especially appreciated Josh's help and service. Professional and friendly. Helped fix several issues on my BMW. I'll be back again next time.”
“These guys do great custom work and can be trusted with high-end vehicles‼️ They did an outstanding job installing a motorized retractable front license plate holder on my brand new Lotus Emira.
It’s look like some James Bond type stuff. Highly recommend this shop.”
“What a great experience! Sean and Leo know the RX 350s from front to back, and I learned quite a bit from them. Solid work for an honest price. So glad I found these folks!”
“The team at German Auto Sport does a fantastic job. They’re fast, thorough, and always provide clear explanations for the work they’re doing and why they suggest it, without upsells. If you want experts working on your car, this is the place.”
“My Volvo C30 T5's motor had been making a worrisome noise and check engine light was on. A friend had recommended Walsh Brothers. Carlos listened carefully while I described the problem. I went off to work in a loaner car! My car was ready same day. Carlos and Louise were easy to talk to, the cost was reasonable, and their shop looked organized. Posítive experíence!”
“James is easygoing, knowledgeable, and helped me to make a great purchase. He offered a great deal without having me wait around for a long time? and also made the trade in very easy.”
“While I haven’t brought my car here yet, my phone call with Luke today convinced me to come here with my cars moving forward.
He advised me with detailed and thoughtful answers on what to do for my Subaru engine failure, dramatically increasing my confidence about my pathway forward with the car. He gave me transparent quotes and thought through the full set of possibilities rather than pitching the lowest number. This is the kind of customer service I’m looking for in a shop and it’s hard to find.”
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I can’t say enough great things about Berkeley Auto Repair. I called just minutes before closing with a flat tire situation, and Sol answered the phone right away. Not only was he incredibly kind and professional, but he even offered to wait around in case I needed help.
Thankfully, I was able to resolve the issue myself, but the fact that Sol was willing to stay after hours just to make sure I was taken care of really speaks volumes about his character and commitment to customer service. It’s rare to find that level of care these days.
Highly recommend Berkeley Auto Repair — they truly go above and beyond for their customers!”
“Had a great experience at Autometrics of Berkeley. Victor, one of the owners, worked on my car and replaced my alternator. He’s a genuinely good, honest guy who clearly knows his stuff. Even took the time to explain what was going on with my car, and I actually learned a lot about how things work instead of just being handed a bill. The shop is professional and trustworthy, no pressure or upselling. It’s hard to find places like this anymore. Highly recommend Autometrics if you’re looking for quality work and honest people.”
“Nate is the real deal. Drove my Prime 8 years off the dealer lot with no maintenance other than oil and tires. So my ride was way over due preventative maintenance. Talked to two other places before taking it here. The other places wanted to do all sorts of extra things. In their defense they don’t specialize in hybrids. Talking to Nate at length he seemed very knowledgeable about Toyota PHEVs and performed only the necessary services and left me feeling good about the whole experience. I’ll be back!!!”
8:30AM - 3PM
1032 Carleton St, Berkeley
Auto Repair
“Orozco’s was extremely efficient, friendly and fair when I needed my tire replaced. In and out in 15 minutes, couldn’t have been easier. Can’t recommend these guys more.”
“don’t let the humble building facade and parking lot fool you, it’s what‘s on the inside that counts! I express my recognition, appreciation, gratitude, and awe, that Chris and his team has been able to keep the business running all these years, a testament to their knowledge, dedication, and quality of service. they can service a large variety of vehicles, will detail and prioritize recommended work for older ones, and get you back on the road at a fair price. They’re usually booked out and busy; consider adding your car to their workload!”
“Best tire service ever! They answered the phone before they opened, made an extra trip to get the tire I needed, and GAVE ME A RIDE. Funny posters in the office, dog, great service. Wonderful place.”
“We've been bringing our 2000 Subaru (now with 178,000 miles on it) to Henry Chin's for many years. If you have an older car that you want to keep running you inevitably have to make repairs, and we really have appreciated Henry's clarity, honesty, and the skilled work, fairly priced.”
“The price was significantly less than the well known body shop in Berkeley. The car looks like new and was ready a day earlier than expected. And the final cost was a little less than the original estimate. Very professional outfit. M&M exceeded my expectations.”
“After 8 years of wasting tons of money on my 1990 VW Vanagon money on AC recharges in Vallejo and Orinda to continue to have a leak that both shops couldn't find, I reached out to Berkeley Radiator Works who did my original AC Retrofit in 2018. David (the new owner since the last time I went in) was very helpful over the phone and was confident he could find the problem. I was able to make an appointment to come in a few days later and he found the problem and was willing to warranty the work. I also gained confidence knowing that he had experience working at a Vanagon shop (since these cars are very sensitive/unique) so I also had my engine cleaned for the first time (see pics) and got an oil change. Recommended to classic Vanagon owners!”
“Hustead's is a quality auto body shop, we've used them to have all our cars fixed and they do excellent work in a timely manner as well as communicate with us the whole way through. We recently had one of our car's 'totalled' through Geico and although we weren't ready to get rid of the car, nor could we afford to, we chose to get the repairs done. Hustead's worked with us on the price and we got to hold on to the car until we can afford to get a new one. Excellent customer service all around.”
“This is a fabulous garage! I have been going here for about 10 yrs and the service is always top notch! It's easy to get an appointment and they do very high quality work for a reasonable cost. And ...they are dog lovers!! Highly recommend.”
“Charlie helped me fill my tires when they got too low this cold November morning so I could get to where I needed to go safely and I was able to get there on time bc he was so efficient. Thank you!”
“Extremely helpful, knowledgeable, kind, accommodating man. No sleazy vibes whatsoever and always does a good job. Me and my family have been seeing him since I was a child. Highly recommend”
“Called, and they didn’t offer the services I was looking for, but they atleast educated me on why they and most other body shops don’t offer the service. Very helpful information.”
“Really can’t say enough good things about this place and the owner Gustav. It is somewhat of a hole in the wall around Point Richmond, but this has been the best experience I have had it at a mechanic in my life. After shopping around and visiting all of these “honest” mechanics that I was finding from reviews, I am very happy that I ended up stumbling across this place.
I will be taking my car only to this shop until I move or it dies. Also I will be recommending this place to everyone I know when they have any car issues, or just want an honest person to do an inspection.
Thanks again for the incredible experience, I always have an uneasy feeling after leaving a mechanic. So you finally broke that stereotype for me!”
“Golden gate collision did an incredible job fixing my truck after my small fender bender. They got my car in and out of there shop in a very short amount of time. They even mentioned that I should bring my truck back in 30 days for a full exterior detail as they could not wax areas repaired just after paint!!!
Thanks”
“My wife and I have been taking our Audi and Volkswagen to AVS for years. We have never had a problem with the service or repairs and the staff is friendly and attentive. We would not hesitate to take our cars there in the future and recommend their shop to anyone who asks about AVS. Eddie and Rose, the owners, make for a very pleasant experience.”
“The BavPro crew are the best. Always give solid and practical advice on keeping you rolling. If there are alternative ways of addressing issues, they explain the pros and cons clearly so you can make an informed decision. Too bad 6 stars aren’t available.”