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Scott's Shop LLC
- Communication
- Prices
- Diagnosed
“They performed a thorough inspection and gave me a list of repairs in order of importance: those that needed to be fixed as soon as possible and those that could wait awhile.”
Brake Repair near San Luis Obispo, CA
We have one expert in San Luis Obispo on file, and it is on this list, along with 23 from towns including Lompoc (5, 44 mi), Paso Robles (4, 24 mi) and Atascadero (3, 15 mi).
7 open weekends · 19 rated 4.5+
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Smitty's Auto Center
- Classic Cars
- Smog
- Maintenance
“Alan and his crew was cluch when i had a water leak and they happened to get it repaired and back on the road within a day despite a busy work scheduled these guys had!”
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Gutierrez Auto Repair & Detail
- Vehicle
- Mechanic
- Tire
“My 2013 Honda Civic was making a loud noise when I would brake, so I called, Julio answered, and I brought the car in right away (an hour before closing).”
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BAY Auto & Tire
- Mechanics
- Smog
- Vehicle
“I just pulled in as he was finishing up another car, he checked air in my tires, helped reset the dash notification and was so helpful and professional!”
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C & J Automotive
- Work
- Vehicles
- Mechanic
“They replaced my radiator the day I brought it in, plus fixed a bunch of other parts that were bent for free!”
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Souza's Performance
- Mechanic
- Cost
“Danni and Ian took great care of my Yukon with good prices and of all the places I called, they gave me the information I needed to make an informed decision...”
Area overview: San Luis Obispo, CA
The 24 experts on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 1,766 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews and 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these experts on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (100%), quality (93%) and value (76%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the experts on this page are "honest", "communication" and "diagnosis". 7 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 2 list staff certifications (ASE) and 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 6 websites of the experts on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 1 offers financing and 5 list coupons or special offers. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for 7 of the experts on this page; 6 publish a contact page; 5 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the experts on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the expert before you visit.
Data verified October 9, 2026
Listed for drivers in and around San Luis Obispo, CA, these 24 shops replace pads, rotors and calipers. What each one says about parts brands, warranties and free inspections comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
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L and L Customs Automotive Repair Shop
“I went to other mechanic shops and was treated rudely, given vague time frames on when to expect my car to be fixed, and given all kinds of "diagnostic charges" upwards of over 100 dollars just to see what the problem is.”
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Allegiance Automotive
- Vehicle
- Job
- Diagnose
“I first took my car to Allegiance Auto on a recommendation from a friend a few months ago because I was new to Paso and was having trouble with my car AC.”
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Econo Lube N' Tune & Brakes
- Light
- Mechanic
- Fair
“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.”
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Cesar's Auto Repair
“Ceaser completed my project without issue or problem.”
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Carrillo Automotive
- Price
- Cost
- Trip
“While on a road trip, I tried to get an oil change at Walmart and they refused to do it saying my oil pan bolt was stuck and was probably cross-threaded.”
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A-Town Automotive
- Integrity
- Vehicles
- Mechanic
“Good honest service, drove down from Canada and thought I was going to pass out from the heat as my air con seemed to have packed it in, they fit me in and helped even though the timeframe for a repair meant they weren't going to get the repair servi...”
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Efi's Auto Repair
- Smog
“Efi's Auto Repair team worked quickly and efficiently on the testing, submitted the electronic paperwork to the DMV, and I was able to finish my car registration that evening.”
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European Car Specialist
“Simon did great work on my 86 MB and his proces are reasonable”
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Warren's Autoworx
“We drove by the other day hoping for an appointment but it looks like it's either moved or closed.”
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Anthony's Tire Store
“Bought some custom wheels (Motiv) and Michelin Defender 2 All-Season Radials and a front end Alignment from a close local highly respected Anthony's Tire Store.”
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Buellton Garage Automotive Repair
- Truck
- Communication
- Mechanic
“As we checked out, we even found teddy bears in the kids seats which is just more proof that the small details in life matters, and Buellton Garage is king of the small details.”
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Olivera's Express Lube
“They have great towing and roadside assistance.”
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Rolling Tire & Auto Repair
“I had a fantastic experience at Rolling Tire and Auto Repair The service was top-notch, and Francisco himself went above and beyond to ensure I got the perfect tires for my vehicle.”
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Pacific Brake & Tire
- Price
- Tires
“Best in town”
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Trust Auto Repair
- Name
- Prices
- Mechanic
“It was my daughters car that was having problems all day long I was getting different solutions as to what MIGHT be wrong w the car coming for professional's n non professional's as everyone knows it can get pricey especially if you have NO clue!”
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George's Old Volvos
- Prices
- Work
“I just have to say Bob, the guy that owns George's Old Volvos is the best Volvo mechanic around😀 I have been taking my "older Volvo" to him for a few years now, he always knows exactly what to do, he is a master mechanic with a layed back sense of hu...”
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101 Auto Shop
- Truck
“Luckily, I was able to coast into 101 Auto, even though they just closed, they stayed late and diagnosed the problem, ordered parts and got the car fixed the next morning (even though it was 4th of July weekend) so I could continue my vacation.”
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Quick Auto
“Did the whole job with in the time frame needed and my car drives really good I felt the difference right away and have future jobs to schedule 😊 also met me where eit was convenient for me to have the work done …”
Brake Services in San Luis Obispo, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$41
Maximum cost
$555
National Average
$152
Avg Per Hour Rates
$89
$132
$303
Fair price range is based on 496 cost profiles
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FAQ
Can I get brakes done on Saturdays or Sundays?
Weekend hours are listed by 7 of the 24 shops. Pads and rotors on one axle is a short job, so it fits a Saturday well, as long as nothing is seized and no parts have to be ordered in.
What customers say about experts near San Luis Obispo
- “Absolute best shop and owner in town! Honest business, great work, and wonderful customer service.” — customer of Rolling Tire & Auto Repair
- “I absolutely love this place! My check engine light was on for quite some time, but they were able to get it cleared with a few fixings.” — customer of Buellton Garage Automotive Repair
- “Got my new battery and alternator checked, brake fluid flushed and refilled, had my car back the same day.” — customer of European Car Specialist
- “Replaced my brake pads and rotors for a fraction of the price the dealership quoted me.” — customer of Pacific Brake & Tire
Excerpts from public reviews of the experts listed on this page.