Local Heroes Auto Care & Tires
“I came in for an oil change and he taught me all about my engines needs and where to start.”
Best Auto Repair in Santa Rosa, CA
24 professionals listed · all 24 in Santa Rosa · 5 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license
Data verified October 16, 2026
Tristar Automotive
“The owner Jim is incredibly easy to work with and they are very honest with work that needs to be done.”
Wayne & Sons Automotive Repair
“I needed a major repair done on my 2006 Mustang involving the head; Wayne & Son's delivered above and beyond completing the job as well as fixing other things along the way.”
Tire X & Wheels
“So today I brought my new car headlight to this place where I had never been before, and they installed it for me very quickly, and also fixed the damaged body of my car, and the price was very fair.”
Coogler's Auto Repair
“If I lived in California I would take both of my cars to be serviced there!!”
Santa Rosa Transmission & Car Care
“The professional touches to a lay person like myself gives me a sense of confidence that my needs have been met.”
Listed for drivers in and around Santa Rosa, 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: Santa Rosa, CA
All 24 professionals we list here are in Santa Rosa itself. We have 79 professionals in Santa Rosa on file; this page shows the highest-rated 24. The professionals on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 5,345 reviews; 23 have 50 or more reviews and 23 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the professionals on this page are "price", "diagnosis" and "communication". 5 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. The services the professionals on this page list most often on their websites are fleet services (3), oil changes (3), air conditioning (2), auto repair (2) and brakes (2). 1 shows a license on its website; 4 list staff certifications (ASE) and 18 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 22 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 67 years. 5 offer financing; 3 give free estimates; 9 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; 10 list a public email and 6 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.
Which shops listed for Santa Rosa estimate for free?
3 of the 24 shops on this page advertise estimates at no charge. That normally covers a look and a price on work you can already see. Anything that needs the car on a lift and the codes read is a diagnosis, and a diagnosis is usually billed.
Santa Rosa Hydramatic
“I would recommend Santa Rosa Hydromatic to anyone who needs anything done to their transmission.”
TL Tillett's Automotive
“For those of you who don't know much about cars - they won't take advantage of you but will help you.”
Auto Japan
“In the process, they were kind enough to level off the tire pressure, and vacuum my floorboards.”
Yodaman
“Clearly he is in to off road and putting your wheels right.”
Bonanno Automotive
“These guy will take care of you and make sure the job is done right the first time; their communication is fantastic calling me and giving me updates as the job is being done.”
Callagy Automotive & Smog
“I trust John as he explains each needed repair and let's you know what is important and what is optional or can wait.”
Hahn Automotive
“They had my car ready within a couple hours (I got a battery replacement and oil change) and it is working great now.”
Vaughan's Transmission & Complete Auto Repair
“Great people good service and fast turnaround and great prices I do recommend them call and ask for Erika she's always make it happen 👍”
All Around Auto Repair
“Mechanic asked all the right questions in order to figure out what was wrong with my car.”
Larsen Auto Care / Sales
“Larsen Auto Care has provided excellent auto repair and maintenance services for me for years.”
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Bavarian Performance
“Stuff like when other shops tell me I need something, these guys are so honest, if they don't think it's necessary they tell me!”
A1A Exhaust Tech
“The owner works hard to make whatever you want come to vision”
North Bay Bavarian
“Will forever go to them because they take care of their customers and truly know what they are doing.”
Ultimate Auto Care
“Needed a new cat in time for my smog test and they helped me get it handled quick and with a more reasonable price than any other place that quoted me.”
Transco Transmission & Auto Repair
“They replaced my battery and a coil on one of my misfiring cylinders.”
California Tire and Wheel
“I have referred people to them and will continue to do so.”
BNC Auto Care
“Very nice, pay a little more for service but its worth it!!!”
On Site Auto Repair
“They do good work, prices are reasonable, and they're just all-around good people.”
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about professionals in Santa Rosa
- “Good people at this shop. Spot on evaluation, final price came out under estimate, very timely, good communication, and great customer service.” — customer of Vaughan's Transmission & Complete Auto Repair
- “Staff is knowledgeable and friendly. I recommend them for all auto repairs!” — customer of Larsen Auto Care / Sales
- “Their work is superb, their warranty (which I've only had to use once on a faulty part that was installed) is second to none, and they're always up front about everything, explaining in as much detail as the customer wants.” — customer of Hahn Automotive
- “Highly recommend them. They are also very busy with a variety of older cars (out of warranty on) which is always a good sign at a car repair shop too.” — customer of Wayne & Sons Automotive Repair
- “The staff is very friendly and professional. They finished the repair on our car in the time frame they estimated.” — customer of TL Tillett's Automotive
Excerpts from public reviews of the professionals listed on this page.
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