Best Engine Repair and Replacement in Salinas, CA

The highest-rated Engine Overhaul & Replacement companies out of 148 vetted & reviewed in the Salinas area.

Williams Diesel Performance

Williams Diesel Performance

(7)
“Correctly diagnosed and resolve problem with alternator for a reasonable price, on a car most shops these days wont even look at, 1986 Ford F250 Diesel.”
225 Salinas Rd Building 4B, Watsonville, CA 95076
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Pacific Motor Service

Pacific Motor Service

(28)
Pre-Purchase Inspection, Financing Services
“And Kyle identified a problem — THE main problem — with my car that years of technicians had failed to find, so it runs better and will last longer.”
Family Business
Offers Financing Options
AAA, AAA, AAA, ASE Certified
In Business Since 2005
Serving Salinas Area
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Monterey Bay Motor Works

Monterey Bay Motor Works

(29)
  • Knowledge
  • Business
  • Prices
“The family who run this business are courteous, professional and always help me find the best and most affordable answers to my Mini Cooper care needs.”
Family Business
In Business Since 1986
Serving Salinas Area
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Green Machine Automotive

Green Machine Automotive

(29)
  • Professionalism
  • Honest
  • Vehicle
“I was reassured it was AC condensate, a no-worries issue, upon arrival (free of charge), but asked to have the car checked out anyway for our trip home.”
Coupons & Offers
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2014
Serving Salinas Area
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Susi Auto Repair

Susi Auto Repair

(25)
Interior/Exterior Accessory Installation, Electrical Repair & Diagnostics, Auto Service & Maintenance
“This is my first personal experience with an auto shop and it really sucks to spend money but they are giving me back an awesome product and doing extra things on my car to maintain their good reputation which I'm totally fine with.”
Family Business
ASE Certified
In Business Since 2009
Serving Salinas Area
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Auto Tech Mobile Mechanic

Auto Tech Mobile Mechanic

In Business Since 2005
Serving Salinas Area
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Forza Motors Inc

Forza Motors Inc

(4)
“Has some wonderful eye candy in there too!”
Serving Salinas Area
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Water Star Motors

Water Star Motors

(28)
Speciality Services, Service Library, Rodent Damaged Vehicles
“Since I live a distance from the shop, I was able to stay in their comfortable office, and the service was done professionally, with care and faster than I thought.”
Locally Owned & Operated
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
ASE Certified
In Business Since 1995
318 River St Suite A, Santa Cruz, CA
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Santa Cruz Motorsports

Santa Cruz Motorsports

(28)
Electrical, Air Conditioning
“They made me feel very comfortable and safe (both inside their shop and driving my car afterwards), and I would HIGHLY recommend them to anyone who needs car repairs.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1999
Coupons & Offers
211 Cedar St, Santa Cruz, CA
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Io Motors

Io Motors

(30)
  • Diagnosed
  • Mechanic
  • Family
“I took my 2015 Mazda in for the 60,000 mile maintenance and was pleasantly surprised with the price as it was significantly less than the dealership estimate.”
Family Business
ASE Certified
In Business Since 2017
2852-A, Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
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Service By Circle Star Motors

Service By Circle Star Motors

(13)
And Performance, And Factory Quality Parts to Optimize Safety, We Combine Skilled Technicians
“They even fixed my bumper moldings and rear sway bar links just as a courtesy since they noticed how clean my car was and how obsessed I was about maintaining it.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards, Cash
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1986
2750 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
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Independent Rental Co

Independent Rental Co

(28)
  • Uhaul
  • Box Truck
  • Business
“If you need a box truck, lift, flat bed, van, dolly, appliance hand truck to move your belongings and round trip to santa Cruz works for you, Independent rentals is the only place to look.”
Locally Owned & Operated
In Business Since 2005
217 McPherson St, Santa Cruz, CA
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Santa Cruz Motors

Santa Cruz Motors

(11)
Warranty, Service Scheduler
“Been taking multiple cars (F250 diesel, previa, civic) to SCAT for about 10 years now - they always do a good job that stands up to use, and they get the car back to us when they say they will.”
Accepts Cash only
Licensed
In Business Since 2005
Offers Financing Options
738 N Branciforte Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
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R & D Motorsports

R & D Motorsports

(22)
  • Money
  • Labor
  • R&d
“A little over a year ago these guys replaced my fuel pump and helped diagnose and fix a nagging issue with my Jeep that I had spent many hours working on.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
ASE, ASE, ASE Certified
In Business Since 1988
3301 Portola Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
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TFR Motorsports

TFR Motorsports

(27)
  • Muffler
  • Work
  • Prices
“I love the cleanliness of their shop and patience with customers, I would go here before anybody else for my family has tried many places in the bay area and these are your guys!”
Free Initial Consultation
ASE Certified
In Business Since 1961
1125 17th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
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AE Motorsports

AE Motorsports

(29)
  • Volvo
  • Costs
  • Mechanics
“My boyfriend took the car to drop it off, and they said "we're just going to try to replace this fuse since sometimes with this model of jetta, they overheat and the fuse blows and this can happen" and they replaced it in all of 2 minutes of work and...”
In Business Since 2011
140 Sylvania Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
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Monterey Motors

Monterey Motors

(18)
  • Honest
  • Professional
  • Work
“If you want to spend the money to get some extra work done on your car, such as a new exhaust, downpipe, frontpipe, maybe a spoiler or underlighting, whatever you want, they'll be more than happy to give it a shot and give you a good deal at the same...”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1988
Serving Salinas Area
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The Engine Room

The Engine Room

(6)
Mitsubishi Repair & Service, British Repair & Service, Mazda Repair & Service
“These guys do some fairly specialized work (as evidenced by the usual array of specialty classic cars in his yard), but don't turn up their nose at brakes for a pickup or a head gasket for your import.”
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 1975
125 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA
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Star Motor Imports

Star Motor Imports

(2)
“Great service… honest people”
Serving Salinas Area
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Evangelista's Auto Repair

Evangelista's Auto Repair

(1)
“Its alright”
Serving Salinas Area
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Sprint Motorsports

Sprint Motorsports

(17)
Precision 4 Wheel Alignment, Tires and Wheels, Automotive Service and Repair
“James patiently answered all of my questions/concerns, listened to the specifications I had in mind, made some minor tweaks , and ensured that the specifications would fit my needs.”
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 2018
2099 S 10th St Unit 40, San Jose, CA
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Made in Japan/Usa/Europe

Made in Japan/Usa/Europe

(26)
Exterior/Interior, Tires/Wheels, Emissions
“I tend to be cautious of mechanics because they oversell their services or over-diagnosis the problem suggesting my car needs more repairs than actually needed.”
Locally Owned & Operated
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
ASE, ASE Certified
In Business Since 1985
Serving Salinas Area
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BTM Motorwerks

BTM Motorwerks

(25)
Volkswagen Repair, Mini Cooper Repair, Audi Repair
“They do get busy, so sometimes they may not be able to take your vehicle same day but I understand this to mean that they are popular and for good reason.”
In Business Since 2006
Serving Salinas Area
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MVM Engine Mechanical

MVM Engine Mechanical

(14)
“This is coming from a person who knows how to work on cars, I would do all my own work if I just had the time so I know the difference between good service and rip-off artists who take advantage of those who, through no fault of their own, don't kno...”
3002 Monterey Hwy, San Jose, CA
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Engine Repair Services in Salinas, CA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$723
Maximum cost
$5421
National Average
$2169
Avg Per Hour Rates
$106
$1867
$3012
Typical price range is based on 294 cost profiles
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Average Cost $2169
Minimum cost $723
Maximum cost $5421
Avg Per Hour Rates $106

Typical range $1867 to $3012 is based on 294 cost profiles.

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