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J C Automotive
- Afternoon
- Efficient
- Test
“They have an extremely flexible schedule they got me in for a smog and out in 20 minutes and answered everything that I needed them to for me I highly recommend this place”
Best Car Tune-Up in San Luis Obispo, CA
24 technicians listed · 11 in San Luis Obispo · 3 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Scott's Shop LLC
- Battery
- Vehicles
- Job
“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.”
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German Auto
- Washed
- Team
- Vehicle
“They have always done an excellent job on my car from basic oil change to replacing the motor in my window and the latest major service if timing belt and water pump change.”
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Complete Automotive
- Inspection
- Diagnose
- Reviews
“I talked with him for a while and found that his father and grandfather were both mechanics (of the highest degree it appears), and he, as third generation is carrying on the tradition.”
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Villa Automotive & Autobody
- Labor
- Driving
- Sunday
“I broke down and got towed to the shop and Ron was very helpful with trying to find availability for parts and even took me to my car to show me what the issue was.”
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American Muffler-Trailer Htch
- Trailers
- Job
- Welding
“First and foremost is their skill level and attention to detail, their integrity, knowledge, safety concerns, Price point, all these and their timely service have made them a "go to" for every job.”
Listed for drivers in and around San Luis Obispo, CA, these 24 shops handle tune-up work and running faults. What each one says about diagnostics, warranties and service specials comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: San Luis Obispo, CA
Of the 24 technicians we list here, 11 are in San Luis Obispo itself and 13 come from towns including Grover Beach (4, 11 mi), Santa Maria (3, 26 mi) and Oceano (2, 12 mi). The technicians on this page are rated from 4.1 to 5.0 across 3,122 reviews; 14 have 50 or more reviews and 23 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (91%), quality (74%) and value (74%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "diagnosis", "honest" and "communication". 3 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 3 list staff certifications (ASE) and 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 16 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 51 years. 1 offers financing; 5 give free estimates and 7 list coupons or special offers. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for 16 of the technicians on this page; 9 publish a contact page; 8 list a public email and 5 take bookings online. We count these figures across the technicians on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the technician before you visit.
Which shops listed for San Luis Obispo look at a running fault for free?
Free estimates are advertised by 5 of the 24 shops. On a running fault that normally covers pulling the codes and a price for the obvious parts. Working out which cylinder is misfiring and why takes real bench time, and that part is usually charged.
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CCM Offroad & Performance Inc.
- Call
- Questions
- Truck
“If you are new to getting work done or having a lift put on your truck call these guys they will guide you in the right direction and do an amazing job!”
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Dave's Automotive
- Charging
- Mechanic
- Quality
“I had 3 quotes for new brakes and a few different recommendations for what work to get done, but Dave was able to give me straight answers and a much more reasonable price!”
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British Sports Cars
- Classic Cars
- Range Rover
- Shape
“I would 100% do business with them again and for others considering purchasing a vehicle from them do not hesitate to do business with them if you are out of state.”
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The Stable
- Engine
- Price
- Job
“Charley did my service today AND figured out my lighter fuse was out (which was why my charger wasn't working) Brighten can work his magic on a porsche engine blindfolded, but I'm relieved Guy doesn't allow it.”
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Pokrajac Automotive
“They had it fixed by the end of the day and were willing to show me everything they fixed and all of the broken parts, never has a shop allowed me to actually go into where they work on the cars.”
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Todd's Garage For Gas/Electric Vehicles
- Work
- Diagnosed
- Catalytic Converter
“Even though it was the day before a holiday and they were busy, they were sympathetic to my situation and replaced my radiator the same day, at a reasonable price.”
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German Performance
- Team
- Diagnose
- Audi
“Hey guys it's Burt , Been a customer of German Performance for a year or so , this shop is the one of the best of the best when it comes the maintenance and performance and everything in between.”
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BAY Auto & Tire
- Tires
- Vehicle
- Smog
“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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Louie's Auto Clinic
- Mechanic
“Honest trustworthy & reliable and fair”
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C & J Automotive
- Truck
- Vehicles
- Work
“Hes also done everything my 2011 kia soul has needed with immediate attention to details.”
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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...”
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Bob Taylor's Tune Up Shop
- Prices
“Took it back two weeks later (for a different reason), same great service and same day service.”
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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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Uncle Tony's Auto
“Tony took a look at my car, fixed my problem and tried to charge me nothing because the fix was easy.”
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Slopro
“I don't know what our community would do with out you.”
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Jay's Automotive
- Smog
- Inspection
- Prices
“My car was having some issues I had been to two other places in town and they hadn't been able to fix the problem with my car or tell me what was going on .”
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The Auto Shop
- Vehicles
- Questions
- Price
“There awesome even tho there wasnt much they cld do for my car i appreciate there help and opinions they were very helpful and educating taught me of what i needed to know about my rear end .”
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Camarena's Tires & More
“My tires were bought there, my wife's tires were bought there, my sister-in-laws tires were bought there, my in-laws tires were bought and the alignment was done there....”
Car Tune Up Services in San Luis Obispo, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$152
Maximum cost
$807
National Average
$303
Avg Per Hour Rates
$66
$202
$454
Typical price range is based on 431 cost profiles
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