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January 2023 by Vinh N.
Carlos Klink and his wife who works at the front desk are genuinely helpful and kind. One of my engine's piston/cylinder was not firing on the eve of New Year's Eve just as I was driving back to Colorado from San Clemente to beat a winter storm -- when my engine light started to flash. Carlos diagnosed my issue immediately, identified the defective part (the coil) and replaced it on the spot within 2 hours. I am grateful for his expedited service with minimal cost.
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December 2022 by G. P.
We have never been to a more honest and mechanically wise technician than Mr. Klink. He came highly recommended to us by others in the field, along with friends who will go to no-one else to get their cars fixed. We even tried to tip him to show how happy we were with his service and he refused to accept it. What? Thank you Mr. Klink. Palmers
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October 2022 by Carlos Amador
I tok my toyota venza and asked Carlos to perform 1000,000 mile inspection in addition to a overall inspection of vehicle. Up to this point most service and repairs done at dealers. I baby this truck expect to roll 200 to 300,000 miles on it. I am a fairly knowledgable owner/ mechanic having worked for toyota for 10 plus years and restoration of classic cars. Carlos was referred by another business owner here in San clemente as being honest, trustworthy, and a Damm good mechanic. He not only met my expectations but exceeded them. I will not allow anyone else to perform repairs on my vehicles...Services: Oil change
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September 2022 by Carlos A.
If I could give ten star review I would . This man might be the the most honest, reliable, trustworthy mechanic around. I will never allow anyone else to work on my cars.
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September 2020 by Theresa Petersen
Carlos treats me like family. He is honest and explains in detail what he does to get your car back on the road. Klinks is a 10!
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May 2020 by Jeff S.
My SUV had a small leak around the power steering pump, tire alignment was terrible and a few issues with some sensors. I was very hesitant when looking around for auto shops considering I've had bad experiences with a few, and dealerships charge an arm and a leg for repairs. I decided to give Klink's auto repair a try. I called Carlos the owner picked up the phone, I explained to him my situation, brought in my SUV, he was very down to earth and explained to me what could be causing the leak and about the rest of issues. Very professional and humble, he asked if I could leave the SUV so he can thoroughly check it. Next day he gave me a call, explained where the problem was, he genuinely tried to save the power steering pump but in the end it still needed to be replaced. Carlos is very knowledgeable and honest. Day after that, Carlos replaced the pump, fixed all the issues I was concerned about, he kept me up to date with everything. NO made up repairs, no extra charges, NO "oh you need to replace this" nothing like that, he got down to the root problems, repaired and done!! Straight forward honest guy! Can't find mechanics like this anymore. Carlos genuinely helps you out. Overall my SUV drives smoothly, all problems gone!and for a reasonable price! Honestly not even half of what other places would have charged me. Carlos even cleaned the mess the oil drips caused around the engine! Hands down Klink's auto repair is the best, Carlos is the lifesaver! Will definitely only be taking my car and SUV here! Thank you very much Carlos!
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February 2020 by Poncho Zavala
Professional, honest, transparent, and affordable service. I felt like this has been the best car repair service anywhere I've been. I will continue to being my car here for repair services for sure.
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January 2020 by Jason E.
Carlos is a great guy, very knowledgeable and trust worthy. I first met him many years ago (around 2006) when I purchased an Audi online from Florida- big mistake. Carlos helped me figure out all the issues with that car and got it right. I eventually sold that car and had a hand full of new cars with warranties, so I didn't need his services for years but would stop by just to say hi maybe once a year. Several years ago we bought another used vehicle which required us to be more in touch with Carlos. He's still the same honest straight shooter that he's ever been. He's my 'go to' guy for automotive repair. Thanks Carlos.
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September 2019 by Dan V
Will never again take my car to another shop. I’m no mechanic by no means, but I’ve been doing the maintenance on my Toyota for over 15 years and there’s jobs I won’t take on (timing belt, valve cover gasket). So I know a little about working on cars. What struck me right away about Carlos was his honesty and the fact that he wasn’t trying to gouge me with a high cost. Every other mechanic that I’ve taken my truck to have always charged me twice to triple the price on the part. Another way shops make a profit. You can get the same part at Autozone or Rockauto for 1/4 of the price. This is why I’ve learned to do everything on my truck. Carlos wasn’t this way. He is a straight shooter, honest and dependable.
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September 2019 by Daniel Vigil
Will never again take my car to another shop. I'm no mechanic by no means, but I've been doing the maintenance on my Toyota for over 15 years and there's jobs I won't take on (timing belt, valve cover gasket). So I know a little about working on cars. What struck me right away about Carlos was his honesty and the fact that he wasn't trying to gouge me with a high cost. Every other mechanic that I've taken my truck to have always charged me twice to triple the price on the part. Another way shops make a profit. You can get the same part at Autozone or Rockauto for 1/4 of the price. This is why I've learned to do everything on my truck. Carlos wasn't this way. He is a straight shooter, honest and dependable.
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May 2019 by Mrs. B.
Just wanted to update my review from 2015 and say still wonderful having Carlos Klink's great service & expertise to rely on for now, more than 20 years!!!
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April 2019 by Stephanie H.
My family takes all of our cars here (ever since 2004). This is a reputable and TRUSTWORTHY mechanic. Carlos is hands down the BEST in San Clemente and in my opinion all of south Orange County. He is very friendly and will always give you a straight honest answer. I live up in central Orange County and make the drive 30 plus miles south to get my car serviced by Carlos because I trust him with my cars. The cars that my family and I bring to him to service are BMWs and Toyota trucks. If you're looking for a place that you can trust and who will go above and beyond to accommodate you, look no further because you have found the best place. I just hope he doesn't retire any time soon because I have no idea where else I would go! Thank you Carlos for being a hardworking honest mechanic whom I can trust. Keep up the great work!
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January 2019 by Xavier N.
I don't know where to begin . I guess where my story begin Christmas Eve a little over a week ago I was on my way to San Diego to surprise my Grandmother and Mother for Christmas (I'm from LA). Just got a 06 lexus from auction haven't had any work on it . Long story short my car shut down near the hotel and I managed to get it parked and left keys in car . I looked up some shops and came across Klink's . I read some of the already outstanding reviews told him my story . He called me next morning and told me he had someone towing it to his shop same day. What a blessing in disguise. Every day he updated me . Called me . Gave me honest prices on every part asked what I wanted to do and not telling me what I had to do . Big difference ! Ended up being ground wire he did my brakes fixed my headlight and waited to last possible option to swap my alternator . All in all he had the lowest and most honest prices I now have my new mechanic . I will make the drive to Oceanside rather than any mechanic in LA just on pure work ethic and trust. They don't make em like Klink's no more . See you soon !
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April 2018 by Norman M.
Carlos has been taking care of our family vehicles for years = we are 2 soon to be 3 generations of San Clemente drivers and he is always fair and explains to the non-mechanic what is wrong and how he fixed the problem. Lucky for me, I have an older family member who knows cars and referred me to Carlos = He handles every German auto we drive with care an precision and gets us back on the road with a smile (reasonable price for great service) thanks Carlos for the great care you take with all our family vehicles!
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December 2017 by Karina Newbrough
Carlos is the best. Such a good guy, honest, and great mechanic.