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October 2023 by Pam J.
We have been taking our Ford F250, Prius V and Prius Plug-in to Star Tech for many years now. They do excellent work. Their pricing is competitive. Their service is excellent. What I like best is that Kevin will provide us with options with well developed considerations. He is very practical in his approach and makes everything understandable. I highly recommend Star Tech for all of your auto service, paint and repair needs.
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September 2023 by Joey Trav
Have taken 2 cars there multiple times. Kevin and his team are very nice and super quick at getting everything done! I would recommend Star Tech for any of your issues. I will definitely be going back next time I have any car issues!Services: General repairs
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March 2023 by Kyle Waller
The smog check was fast, efficient and the atmosphere was friendly. Easy to understand and to do business with.Service: Smog certification
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February 2023 by Ken Collier
2013 VW Touareg TDI had a major break-down on our vacation over the holidays just two days before 2023 New Years. We were so grateful to Kevin at Star Tech for getting the car into his shop, diagnosing the issue, and giving a sufficient cost estimate for us to decide on next steps. Over the following weeks Kevin communicated well as his technicians dug into the problems more deeply. Although the repair bill was nearly $5K, we were not shocked or surprised because Kevin was very honest and clear in helping us understand the issues. I flew back from AZ to Santa Barbara to drive the car home after the repairs were complete. My only reason for giving 4-stars instead of 5 was that my oil pressure light came on and I had to add a 1.25 quarts of oil. Also, the check engine light came on during the long drive home. I had my local VW dealership diagnose this, and it turned out that one of the EGR change over valves was not clipped back into its holder properly. Kevin made this right by paying for this diagnosis and repair with no complaints. So, aside from the stress of driving with the CEL on and the inconvenience of those issues, the car seems to be back to normal with several new parts and should be reliable. I would recommend Star Tech and Kevin's helpfulness and honesty.Service: General repairs
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January 2023 by Jachob P.
Took my car for repair. They said my car was ready multiple times than saying they had a wrong part delivered, why couldn't they call and let me know?? Since they said it was ready I returned my rental car and when I arrived it still was not ready so I was out 1 week without a car because of them. Do not go here. Absolutely horrible service. The owner wanted to charge me a late fee for having my car over the weekend over his mistake of canceling the insurance check. Immediately when I turned on the car I noticed a noticeable loud noise started coming from the engine. Asked him what it was and he didn't say anything. Took it to another mechanic who immediately knew it was the water pump. Don't take your car here he will half fix your car and left me paying more for something he should of fixed when he worked on my car. Paying another 1000 just to get it fixed.
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August 2022 by halli moore
Kevin was EXTREMELY helpful, polite and efficient. He gave my 95 dodge a chance when no one else would. He was able to do a quick repair and get her to pass smog in less than 1 hour. Wahoo. Thanks a bunch Kevin. 100% recommendService: Smog certification
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August 2022 by Mike F.
Fast service but no explanation of charge of $45.00 instead of what the coupon said. Didn't want to hassle over a few bucks so just paid. $32.99 +$8.25 = $45.00?
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April 2022 by Roxanne Hart
Came in today to get a smog test only because the DMV required I get a Smog Certification at STAR station. Kevin was polite and quick. I was in and out in under 10 minutes and passed. Total was $77.25 but was offered $5 off for review. So I paid a total of $72.25. Would recommend, especially if your getting the regular smog test because you can use the coupon.Service: Smog certification
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April 2022 by Christopher Martin
Quick and friendly service. One of the few shops that does Smog and is STAR certified. I'd recommend them for sure.
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April 2022 by Dres Gutierrez
Quick and easy, mechanic specialist told me it takes no longer than 10 minutes. They have a nice couch too.Service: Smog certification
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April 2022 by Stephen Dabby
Came for the servicing, stayed for the vibes! Kevin is a super sweet cool dude. They have great prices too!Services: General repairs
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December 2021 by Joyce W.
Used their smog coupon to get Smog Certification for DMV. Kevin took good care of me and honored the coupon. Passed smog no problems. I had another issue and needed a part that John Howe West said they'd order and call me but never did. Kevin took care of it the same day and told me he'd call me when the part is delivered so I can come in. I'll never take my car back to John Howe West but will stick with Startech for any future repairs. Kevin owns the same car, year and make. Highly recommend STARTECH for your car needs‼
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November 2021 by N P
Quick smog check though online it says around $42 with coupons for the smog check. He ended saying $59 then I mentioned the coupon and he said $49 after bribes by saying “leave good review and I’ll take $5 off.” I ended up paying $45 when a regular smog check cost $50 at Casey’s automotive. He also kept a receipt and threw it away when I needed for my record.Service: Smog certification
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September 2021 by Jackson D.
I brought my 2002 Dodge ram van that was having a lot of different unsolvable issues here and there main guy who owns it let me come in early and even works with me all day I'm trying to figure it out even though we weren't able to figure out the issue he pointed me in the right direction it was a huge help and had nothing but good intentions I cannot recommend this place enough
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August 2021 by Dan Sharp
Went in for a smog, I recently moved and my car was registered in Malibu. They saw this on the registration renewal and tried to up the price to $189. I went around the corner to Smog-It, and those guys didn't try to rip me off and it was $89. I don't know if it was intentional, or a mistake, but it almost cost me $100 to use these guys. I won't consider them again.Services: Registration renewal
