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September 2023 by Lance Campbell
Scott Lighty is not only a top notch mechanic, but he is a great guy! He has been willing to help me with my car even after I moved out of state, giving me expert guidance on how to best deal with my vehicle issues, Thanks Scott
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September 2023 by Jerry Trotter
This person is honest, dependable, loves VWs AND is reasonably priced. I mean .... WOW! It is possible to find these in a mechanic and all in just one mechanic too. Thanks Scott!
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June 2023 by Liam Jefferson
Had a wonderful stress free experience with Lighty's Vw repair. Brought my Volkswagen in to repair a severely broken side mirror as well as some other damage that occured when someone hit my parked car. Scott gave me a very clear explanation of the time frame and cost for the repair, was very professional and answered all of my questions. Ended up saving hundreds of dollars and the repairs were completed within 3 business days. When I got the car back it literally looked better than before the accident. I highly recommend this shop for any car repairs and will be returning in the future for anything else I may need.Services: Side view mirror repair
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May 2023 by Nina Carrillo
Lighty's is so Awesome!! Scott took great care of my Jetta, replaced the brakes and changed the oil with full service. As a woman, I have always had trouble finding mechanics who don't speak down to me or outright dismiss me, Scott actually talked to me like a real person, explaining everything without being obnoxious and made me feel welcome and respected. His service was very fast, prices were reasonable, and overall, it was an awesome experience and I will definitely be going back for my future mechanical issues.
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March 2023 by Patrick L.
Don't read the negative reviews. Scott is an HONEST mechanic and knows that he's doing. He is very professional and makes you feel like family. I have dealt with many mechanics some good, some bad, Scott is exceptional and will only steer you in the right direction.
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January 2023 by Coleman Brown
Great place. Scott is very knowledgeable and I felt comfortable talking about the issues my car was having, letting him know my concerns and trusting that he would get everything done right.He always called before any repairs were started to make sure that I understood what was going to be happening and what the price was ahead of time. He is involved with every repair and as such there is no confusion when discussing repairs, unlike at a dealership or other shop where the people at the counter have likely never seen your car before.I picked up my GTI this morning after a timing overhaul (done in less than a week), fixing a worn chain causing a high pressure fuel code. He found a previous shop had advanced the timing on one of the cam gears by a tooth and left very obvious bolt unscrewed. Scott was the only shop in the area to actually listen to my concerns about wanting to get my timing checked instead of shooing me away when I mentioned timing components. He likely saved me thousands of dollars and an engine replacement had I continued to drive on the worn chain that was already one tooth too far advanced. There is a reason he has such a positive google/yelp rating as well as a great VW community reputation.Services: General repairs & maintenance
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November 2022 by Christina Libertini
Scott is always helpful and takes great care of our old, high-mileage VW Eurovan. It's not always cheap, but we know that he's a specialist working on notoriously finicky cars, so it's worth it. Always appreciate the time he takes to explain what's going on. We'll definitely be back!
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October 2022 by Deirdre Pifer
Lighty’s Independent VW and Audi is the best! I brought my daughter’s2004 VW New Beetle Convertible to Lighty’s Independent VW and Audi for replacement of the right rear automatic window motor, and evaluation of why the vehicle would not engage into any gear, except park.The local VW dealership had advised that the transmission was broken and needed to be replaced at a cost of ~$9500, or rebuilt at a cost of $7,500., with additional fees very likely and not listed. Plus the window motor replacement of ~$1600.. Due to this seriously outrageous estimate, I had my vehicle moved from the VW dealership to Lighty’s Independent VW and Audi in San Luis Obispo. Best decision ever!Scott raised the car up and got under it the very day it arrived in his shop, and discovered the likely culprit: the axle was broken and was somewhat lodged into the transmission. After further inspection, it was very clear to Scott that the transmission, though not original to the car, did NOT need to be replaced. Scott replaced the broken axle, cleaned out the debris, went through the mechanics of entire car, communicated consistently and replaced those parts requiring replacement, serviced the transmission, replaced the broken automatic window motor, and even washed the exterior of the car before we picked it up! All at a fair price! My daughter’s little bug is now up and running beautifully. All thanks to Lighty’s Independent VW And Audi!Scott Lighty of Lighty’s Independent VW and Audi is a gem! He is honest, meticulous, communicative, and an exceptional and gifted automotive technician, specializing in both Volkswagen and Audi brands. I highly recommend him to all Volkswagen and Audi owners for maintenance and complex repairs. I personally look forward to entrusting the care of both of our Volkswagens to him for many years to come.Services: Vehicle Inspection
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October 2022 by Roberta Lighty
Expertly skilled technician. Attention to details. Honest and personable.This repair shop you can trust.
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September 2022 by Deirdre P.
Lighty's Independent VW and Audi is the absolute best! Scott is highly professional and communicative, on top of being an excellent mechanic. I am beyond pleased with all of the work he did on my daughters 2004 VW New Beetle Convertible. She now has a reliable car, thanks to Scott.
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July 2022 by Gregory Beringer
If you need your VW/Audi repaired right, go see Scott at Lighty's in SLO.Service: Engine repair
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June 2022 by Hunny Bee
Thank you Matt and Myriam! I immediately put the blame on myself this entire time after my first encounter with the owner. Or maybe he was having a bad day. After reading your comments it all makes sense now. Taking my business elsewhere.
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February 2022 by Matt C
Couldn't be bothered to try to answer my questions. I get it if you're busy, but being intentionally unhelpful kinda stinks.
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December 2020 by Bruce M.
When I bought my 2002 Eurovan I knew I'd be dumping a bit of money into the maintenance. After sinking $4500 into the vehicle at a different VW shop in town, I found Lighty's. I will never go anywhere else. The white glove quality of the care he takes with your vehicle is mind blowing. Plus, he's fast, reasonable, and has pristine ethics. I can't recommend him enough.
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October 2020 by Carla Cary
Scott brought my old 1999 bug back from the brink of death to running like new! He was very kind, explained all the issues to me in detail and was extremely reasonable in price. All the parts he uses to repair VW’s are VW parts so you know you are getting the right pieces for your car. Also the shop is super clean which is always a plus. I’ve had my fair share of bad mechanic experiences and I am so excited to have found a local mechanic I know I can trust. Really highly recommend Lighty Auto (never in a million years did I think I’d be writing such a great review for a mechanic)Services: Tuning
