Salinas Car Care
“I was very satisfied with the alignment that was done to my vehicle.”
Best Auto Repair in Salinas, CA
24 professionals listed · all 24 in Salinas · 15 open weekends · 17 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license
Data verified October 16, 2026
A-1 Automotive
“They handle customers with care and are very polite to answer any questions you have.”
Tire & Wheel World
“Their prices for ordering, installation, alignment, etc are the best in town.”
Cuevas Tires
“I came and got my tires at the best value in town.”
Trustlane Automotive
“I had a break fluid flush the lady was very knowledgeable about the procedure and also advise me of their process of what mechanic does.”
Mobile Auto Repair & Garage LLC
“I used Agustin for a pre purchase inspection for a vehicle I was interested in, he did it right away, picked up the car and did the whole inspection for me!”
Listed for drivers in and around Salinas, 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: Salinas, CA
All 24 professionals we list here are in Salinas itself. We have 44 professionals in Salinas on file; this page shows the highest-rated 24. The professionals on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 2,621 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews and 17 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the professionals on this page are "price" and "diagnosis". 15 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 1 shows a license on its website; 2 list staff certifications (ASE) and 10 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 5 websites of the professionals on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2008. 1 offers financing; 3 give free estimates; 1 is family- or locally-owned and 6 list coupons or special offers. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for 15 of the professionals on this page; 10 publish a contact page; 4 list a public email and 4 take bookings online. We count these figures across the professionals on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the professional before you visit.
How long have the listed shops been open?
18 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.
Paul Faro Automotive
“If I ever have a need for work on my diesel engine, I will only take it to Paul Faro Automotive from now on”
Aldapes Garage Inc
“Monico and Manuel Aldape the owners are Honest stand up guys if they cant help they will refer u to sumone who can......”
Luis Auto Repair
“Best mechanic ever, honest, expert, helpful and a very nice person, very knowledgeable about mechanics, offers very reasonable fees, tells you what is exactly the problem in your vehicle and tries to save you money.”
Cal Suspensions Advance Auto Service
“I went in for coilover assistance and wheel alignment, and I felt like I left my car in the right hands, and sure enough my car was driving perfectly when I got it back!”
Vitmar's Auto Repair
“Highly recommend, his team is very professional 100 recommended for all your car needs.”
Torres Auto Services
“Excellent service, good prices and very friendly!”
Valley Center Car Care
“They fixed our work van fast which means we didn't have to cancel any clients.”
Calderon Tire & General Auto Repair
“Quick Quality Service and Very Nice Staff.”
Big Bear Automotive
“Overall great service and helpful information with my next service that will be needed done to my vehicle”
Star Tune
“Not only he changed engine oil in my Nissan Sentra, but also checked and refilled necessary fluids, and all for reasonable price.”
Progressive Auto Repair
“Great Auto Repair Shop , good owner , stands by His work .”
B&G Auto Repair and Transmissions & Smog Inspection
“Wonderful and affordable Transmission replacement for my Kia Sportage”
West Market Auto Body
“Dent repair craftsmanship is amazing, and the paint match blending is superior!”
Fernando's Auto Repair
“Very good service, super fast, the best!!!”
West Coast Sprinter & Auto
“Absolutely exceptional service - this is the only place I'll bring my Sprinter.”
Total Performance Speed Shop
“I have several hot rods and classics they worked on them all very HAPPY with there out come....”
Clutches 4 Less
“I felt he was fair, honest and timely.”
Auto Smog
“Had 1 person in front of me and it took about 25 minutes and we were both out of there.”
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