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January 2024 by Glenn Wohl
Replaced lower arm controls on my car and complete brake job on my son’s car at very reasonable prices. Service was fast and professional. Highly recommend,
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October 2023 by James Taylor
My truck broke down while camping in the Pecos and my tow truck driver recommended I go to Rafa’s for repairs. Very concerned that I’d be laid up multiple days at a hotel while parts were ordered and repairs made, Rafa had my truck repaired (affordably!) in less than 24 hours. A feat I was unsure was possible considering I dropped off in the afternoon and they were very busy. Can not recommend them enough. 10/10 would go to them the next time I’m broken down 1000’s of miles from home.
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August 2023 by Lexy H.
Amazing customer service!! Im from the other side of the country so it's very difficult to find someone that you can trust to get the job done right and communicate wile doing so. Rafa's is honest and he will definitely be getting my service back. High recommendation for out of state traveler coming into Santa Fe.
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July 2023 by M N
Rafa is a great mechanic and very honest we’ve been going to him for years.
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July 2023 by Lisa Rupnick
Raf and his crew are fantastic! We were stuck, he looked at it and got us going again. Stranded, know no one and nervous. Raf put me at easy and I knew I was in good handsService: General repairs & maintenance
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June 2023 by Simone Nageon
Could not be more thankful for finding Rafa. He checked out our old, high mileage Subaru and gave us great advice and charged us an extremely reasonable price to top up all our fluids and change our oil. Met two other people that were waiting for service that also sang his praises and were regular customers. Strongly recommend!
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May 2023 by Infinite Sunshine
Short version: Rafa's work makes the drive to Santa Fe worth the time and distance. Recently moved to Albuquerque with an aging car I don't want to give up. Rafa's skills as a licensed mechanic, his professionalism, integrity, and attention to details are what makes his work excellent and above average. Given that no one is perfect, nonetheless Rafa makes car maintenance a painless experience. After leaving, I can trust there won't be the same unresolved issues as with previous mechanics. Big bonus: Rafa's labor charges are quite reasonable, so I tip him when I can. It's important to let good mechanics know they are genuinely appreciated, yes?Services: General repairs & maintenance
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July 2022 by J Sanchez
Only reason I hate sharing the experience is to keep this place to myself. Rafa is awesome… turnaround time? also awesome. Price? Well, honestly I can’t recall the last time a SF mechanic final bill was even ‘proximity’ to the estimate. Anymore I just expect a 30% or higher invoice. Not Rafa, he gave a price and stuck to it (actually thought I had been roofied lol). His rates are honest, bill is actual, not grossly inflated. Rafa is now the go-to for all my vehicles. Couldn’t be more impressed or satisfied. Love these guys!
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June 2022 by UdjatofHorus
You can’t spell rad without Rafa! Was passing through town and needed to get my front wheel hubs/bearings assembly replaced (badly). I already had the parts and just needed a competent mechanic to do the work, ideally quickly and affordably. Rafa checked off each with aplomb! Was able to see me within a day of calling ahead, and got the job done within a couple hours of dropping it off at the appointment time (which is about what it should take with the right tools/knowledge/etc). Charged me an average hourly rate, and the new (OEM) parts have been working flawlessly for thousands of miles since.A lot of shops will want to charge you a diagnostic fee, regardless of whether you already know what’s wrong, and just need that issue fixed, which is always pretty sketchy, cuz then a lot of the time they’ll wanna give you a big list of stuff to do on the car (whether it actually needs it or not), and you end up either spending a lot more than you budgeted for, or you decline the repair and are SOL on the fee they charged.Rafa instead just sticks to the matter at hand, gets the work done, and done well, and charges a fair price, with no tricks or games. Wish I had him in my hometown!
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May 2022 by N R.
You can't spell rad without Rafa! Was passing through town and needed to get my front wheel hubs/bearings assembly replaced (badly). I already had the parts and just needed a competent mechanic to do the work, ideally quickly and affordably. Rafa checked off each with aplomb! Was able to see me within a day of calling ahead, and got the job done within a couple hours of dropping it off at the appointment time (which is about what it should take with the right tools/knowledge/etc). Charged me an average hourly rate, and the new (OEM) parts have been working flawlessly for thousands of miles since. A lot of shops will want to charge you a diagnostic fee, regardless of whether you already know what's wrong, and just need that issue fixed, which is always pretty sketchy, cuz then a lot of the time they'll wanna give you a big list of stuff to do on the car (whether it actually needs it or not), and you end up either spending a lot more than you budgeted for, or you decline the repair and are SOL on the fee they charged. Rafa instead just sticks to the matter at hand, gets the work done, and done well, and charges a fair price, with no tricks or games. Wish I had him in my hometown!
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May 2022 by Rebecca Apodaca
One of the most amazing honest places I have ever experience. Being a female is never easy to find someone who you can feel sure that you are not going to get filled with unfair pricing and respect. He and his associates are welcoming and straight to the point best of all honest and professional. I definitely send my family friend's and anyone who needs a wonderful honest mechanic on their side to Rafas auto repair.
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February 2022 by Andi Powell
There is a reason this mechanic has the best reviews! Rafael was honest with my partner about their Acura TL and it’s problems, which were different from what another mechanic told us. Knowing we didn’t know him at all, he offered to let us take it to the dealership to confirm that was the problem. He also called us and kept us updated every step of the way and drove to ABQ to get a part for us. We found our mechanic!Service: Transmission
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August 2021 by Rick M
I had an excellent experience at Rafa's Auto Repair. I took my vehicle in today for standard maintenance, underbody inspection and tire rotation. Extremely happy with the professionalism, service and integrity. I'm glad to find a good mechanic in Santa Fe and will definitely be taking my vehicle there again.Services: Tires
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June 2021 by Johana Martinez
This place is the best to take your car in to get fixed, I will highly recommend it rafa is a super patient, person when it comes to your vehicle needs ,he explains everything with detail , I don't trust any other mechanic on my vehicles like, I trust him he is super professional .thank you rafa for the great mechanic work you have done on my vehicles , me and my husband highly appreciate you a lot .!
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May 2021 by Alvin Maestas Sr
Took my 2007 F150 in for repairs he was quick and solved the problem that nobody else could figure out. Other we're telling me that I might need a motor, but Rafa checked it out he took care of the problem 600.00 instead of 5000.00 for engine. I will recommend Rafa automotive to everyone.
