Auto Professionals
“Greg and Jessie are professional, personable people who do an old fashioned (call that appreciated) job of taking care of customers and our vehicle's)”
Best Auto Repair in Santa Maria, CA
22 professionals listed · all 22 in Santa Maria · 9 open weekends · 18 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Jay's Automotive
“It's kind of a little thing, but I've had other shops try to charge me for those basic courtesies, so I want to say thank you to the crew at Jay's, I appreciate you!”
The Auto Shop
“They were very informative about the questions I asked about my car.”
Calderon Tires
“I arrived with my car and the staff was very friendly and assisted me.”
Camarena's Tires & More
“They took the time to explain all the options I had for the service I was looking for.”
Santa Maria Tire
“Tyler help me fix a flat tire on my semi truck in just about 20 min.”
Listed for drivers in and around Santa Maria, CA, these 22 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: Santa Maria, CA
All 22 professionals we list here are in Santa Maria itself. We have 31 professionals in Santa Maria on file; this page shows the highest-rated 22. The professionals on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 1,416 reviews; 9 have 50 or more reviews and 18 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the professionals on this page are "price" and "honest". 9 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 1 lists staff certifications (ASE) and 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 7 websites of the professionals on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 1 offers financing; 3 give free estimates; 2 are family- or locally-owned and 5 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 14 of the professionals on this page; 10 publish a contact page; 8 list a public email and 3 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?
14 of the 22 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.
Econo Lube N' Tune & Brakes
“Didnt run any unnecessary services and saw them contact some customers before doing work to warn them to get something fixed before running the smog so it didnt come up as an auto failure.”
German Auto
“Elizabeth is great at explaining what needs to be done and doesn't try to sell you what you don't need.”
High Tech Auto
“It was an extremely quick turnaround and was able to fix other issues as well.”
Rojas Auto Mechanic
“The mechanics were really cool and vocal to me about what needed to be done.”
Cesar's Auto Repair
“As someone with no knowledge of cars, I'm always scared to go in somewhere and get duped, but Cesar's was easy and I felt they were very fair.”
Diesel Injection Systems
“Very good service and knowledgeable people.”
1v1 Motorsports
“Kyle & Amber provide quality work for fair prices and are the only shop around that I trust with my vehicles.”
German Werks Automotive
“I stopped by to make an appointment, and he took the time to look over my bike and saw 2 things that needed urgent attention...”
Industrial Radiator Services Inc
“He gave me tips on suggestions for improving the mount and the office lady, sorry didn't get her name was super nice and helpful as well.”
Advanced Automotive
“Definitely well experienced and trusted in performing mechanical work.”
Manuel's Mechanic
“The service is excellent since they inform me how my car is doing, the prices and when it is ready in advance, always in communication and honesty and they make me feel very safe 5 stars”
Mateo Mobile Auto Mechanic
“He answered his phone shortly after 8:00 am on Monday morning, was on site to diagnosis and repair vehicle within an hour.”
Paisano Auto Repair
“You can trust in master mechanic Raul any time!!”
Whitaker Brake & Chassis
“Jim is very knowledgeable, friendly, and provide services at a fair price.”
Gonzalez Automotriz
“Got right in and was treated fairly.”
Import Auto Works
“Great on a 99 Accord with a new timing belt and gear.”
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