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Kiwi's Auto Repair
“Kiwi's diagnosed the problem and repaired our Van quicker than we imagined, at a very fair price, and fixed another problem that we were having without even asking and at practically no cost.”
Best Car Tune-Up in Santa Barbara, CA
15 technicians listed · 10 in Santa Barbara · 2 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+ · 2 show a license
Data verified October 16, 2026
Cory Motors
“Not only do they do excellent work, but their pricing is fair and everything is done in an incredibly timely manner!”
Santa Barbara Autowerks
“Hector and the shop did a great job getting the car repaired!”
Classic Design German Car Specialist
“David is a warm and friendly human being, but moreover he is honest, a real straight shooter.”
Bowman's Auto Repair
“They quoted me to diagnose with smoke test - found the leak quickly in the charcoal filter.”
Figueroa Street Complete Auto Care
“Came in with a concern about my suspension, after a thorough inspection and test drive, Hector and his team let me know that there wasn't anything to be worried about.”
Listed for drivers in and around Santa Barbara, CA, these 15 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: Santa Barbara, CA
Of the 15 technicians we list here, 10 are in Santa Barbara itself and 5 come from Goleta (4, 6 mi) and Carpinteria (1, 11 mi). The technicians on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 936 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "price", "communication" and "fair". 2 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 2 show a license on their websites; 2 list staff certifications (ASE) and 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 11 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 74 years. 2 give free estimates; 2 are family- or locally-owned and 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 10 of the technicians on this page; 6 publish a contact page; 7 list a public email and 2 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 Santa Barbara open on Saturdays or Sundays?
2 of the 15 shops here show Saturday or Sunday hours. Plugs and filters fit neatly into a Saturday. A chase for an intermittent misfire does not, since it can need the car overnight to catch the fault happening from cold.
Stuttgart Motors
“They have taken care of me and my family for 20 years.”
AM Wrenching
“From engine awaits to oil changes this guys can do it all !”
S.B. Motor Works
“I told him I needed the car before Monday so he came in on his Saturday night and put in overtime to get my car in the best shape it has been in!”
AGS Rebuilders Inc
“It is also good to support local business, people with whom you can talk face to face, learn something from their experience, and shake their hand when you're done.”
Ruiz Automotive & Smog
“He didn't try to sell me on anything it didn't need but also pointed out a few recommendations that were completely reasonable for proper upkeep.”
R&R Motorworks
“After worrying where I would take my car next, I am genuinely delighted to feel that I have finally found someone knowledgeable, trustworthy, and dependable to care for my vintage Miata.”
Hien's Auto Repair
“Mr Hien took the time to explain what was needed and what he did.”
Simply Automotive
“The owner, Eddie, took the time to research other possible causes and the repair ended up costing me a tenth of the other quote.”
Ruben Clark Auto
“Thank you Ruben you'll have my future business.”
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