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Lake Elsinore Tire & Auto Center
“I have a lowered car and was able to get in and out of the drive way just fine, the staff was very friendly and nice and the tires were well priced and good tires.”
Best Auto Repair in Lake Forest, CA
24 professionals listed · 16 in Lake Forest · 11 open weekends · 19 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license
Data verified October 16, 2026
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AB Auto Repair & Tire Shop Inc
“I didn't think they could install and balance them as fast as a big tire shop chain but they rolled out 4 floor jacks and had the job done in less than 45 minutes.”
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Advanced Auto Care
“It's a pretty long wait to get anything done BECAUSE they are super busy I'm sure they are really professional Mechanics AAA endorsed I will post more when they finish repairs”
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Bake Auto Care
- Vehicles
- Lazarus
- Smog
“Complete Auto Care in auto repair for all you needs for my flat tire to a smog check repair including General repairs as well as wheel alignment All Brands all models does it all”
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All Star Automotive
- Vehicle
- Job
- Engine
“I appreciate how difficult it is to produce a consistently high quality (though probably never quite perfect) level of service, and how well All Star Automotive does exactly that.”
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Horacio Auto Service & Brakes
- Work
- Engine
- Mechanic
“He didn't even charge us to check our car and told us it wasn't worth fixing or keeping, for which about 7 months later the car broke down and we couldn't do anything to fix it.”
Listed for drivers in and around Lake Forest, CA, these 24 shops handle general repair work. What each one says about parts, warranties, financing and fleet accounts comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Lake Forest, CA
Of the 24 professionals we list here, 16 are in Lake Forest itself and 8 come from Lake Elsinore (19 mi). The professionals on this page are rated from 4.2 to 4.9 across 3,598 reviews; 22 have 50 or more reviews and 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these professionals on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (93%), quality (74%) and value (71%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the professionals on this page are "honest", "diagnosis" and "fair". 11 are open on Saturdays. 1 shows a license on its website; 7 list staff certifications (ASE) and 8 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 21 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 52 years. 5 offer financing; 3 give free estimates; 7 are family- or locally-owned and 12 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the professionals on this page; 20 publish a contact page; 9 list a public email and 8 take bookings online. We count these figures across the professionals on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the professional before you visit.
How long have the listed shops been open?
21 of the 24 shops show ten or more years in business. Longevity is not a guarantee of anything, but a repair shop that keeps the same sign over the same door for that long has generally been settling arguments rather than walking away from them.
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Elite Automotive Services
- Oil
- Inspection
- Warranty
“I had my Motorhome service work done which included changing engine and generator oils & filters, repairing the generator gas leak, replacing the leveler springs and cleaning and lubricating the levelers.”
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Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
- Oil
- Dealership
- Technician
“I met with Micheal the mechanic who diagnosed my truck and found out the real problem (fuel pump and ignition coils) he told me my transmission was good which I was happy to hear.”
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OC House
“They were able to diagnose my "death wobble" issue on my Jeep running 37", I sourced the parts that they suggested and they installed them the next day which resolved my issues 100%.”
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V-Tech Automotive
- Mechanic
- Honesty
- Communication
“They took the time to listen attentively to my concerns and provided a detailed explanation of the repair process, making sure I understood every step along the way.”
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Benz N Beyond
- Dealership
- Quality
- Team
“I Brought in my Crossfire and they did a great job diagnosing the issues and gave me a reasonable price and they only had my car for 1 day, I'll definitely be going back in the future.”
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AMS Auto Mechanic Services
- Oil
- Money
- Smog
“I have a feeling they are doing this for the long run, not thinking short terms (like take your money and don't care if you're coming back), so I'll be back whenever I need some help with my car.”
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Lake Auto & Smog
- Job
- Computer
- Mechanic
“I had one of my ac lines take a dump after I had just got it refilled, Nacho took care of it right away with no hesitation, even did it when he was about to close.”
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West Coast Rovers
- Vehicle
- lr3
- Team
“Over the 15 years I've driven these vehicles, I've learned the importance of going to someone who knows what they're doing and isn't trying to take advantage of you driving a fancy car.”
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L & M Automotive Service Center
“I took my 2000 expedition 4x4 to 2 different shops and could not fix the transfer case motor issues the other shops had my expedition for almost 2 months I bought it to l&m automotive they diagnosed found out the issue and fixed it overnight I will b...”
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Fabricante Auto Body
“Fred's expertise and dedication made the entire process effortless for me, as I didn't have to deal with anyone else, and he kept me informed every step of the way.”
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SV Tire & Auto Repair
- Team
- Patched
- Vehicle
“So Adolfo and his guys replaced the broken fuel pump, fixed a coolant leak, and also ran through it thoroughly and gave it a tune up, including an oil change, new plugs & various filters.”
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Lee's Auto
- Team
- Mechanic
- Price
“His prices are very reasonable, service is done quickly, and I'm always sure that what was done really needed to be done - never any creative upselling like I've experienced elsewhere.”
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Multi Service Auto Repair
- Honest
- Vehicle
- Mechanic
“Came here on a Saturday and quoted me a very good price for a new transmission, the owners wife drive me home cause I had no ride since my truck broke down.”
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Johnson's Auto Repair
- Oil
- Inspection
- Mechanic
“Awesome service manager and mechanics did a great job with my vehicle very nice people and I'm pleased with their work and how they treat me very honest thanks again guys and especially you Luke!”
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A & M Automotive
- Diagnostic
- AC
- Work
“They took care of a oil leak I was having at the rear main seal and the transmission gasket was leaking as well so glad to have found this shop again Thank You So Much”
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Foothill Auto Service
- Team
- Truck
- Oil
“We've been taking all of our vehicles to Glenn/Foothill Auto for some 20 years and have referred numerous people to them who also continue to trust their service, their advice, their work.”
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Used Tires Lake Forest & Full Auto Repair
“I literally walked in with less than 1 hour timeframe to replace all 4 tires on my vehicle, get an alignment AND oil change… AND THEY EXCEEDED ALL EXPECTATIONS.”
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OC Auto Care
- Mechanic
- Vehicles
- Waise
“They gave it a FREE safety inspection, were upfront about a small possible oil leak to watch for and explained the long and expensive process to fix it.”
Auto Repair Services in Lake Forest, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$342
Maximum cost
$2849
National Average
$525
Avg Per Hour Rates
$92
$422
$741
Typical price range is based on 273 cost profiles
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about professionals in Lake Forest
- “Dave was very helpful in getting me in without an appointment and also provided a thorough estimate without any surprises.” — customer of Elite Automotive Services
- “They are also very trustable in giving you the right diagnosis and most fair estimate for your repair.” — customer of AMS Auto Mechanic Services
- “They provided a detailed breakdown of the costs involved, explaining each item on the invoice.” — customer of V-Tech Automotive
Excerpts from public reviews of the professionals listed on this page.
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