Best Engine Repair and Replacement in Santa Barbara, CA

The highest-rated Engine Overhaul & Replacement companies out of 176 vetted & reviewed in the Santa Barbara area.

Kiwi's Auto Repair

Kiwi's Auto Repair

(48)
Engine Repairs & Replacements, Pre-Purchase Inspections, Warning Light Scan
“I was very pleased that they did a thorough inspection of my car not just change the oil, which is nice in case they were any other problems that I was unaware of.”
ASE, ASE, ASE Certified
In Business Since 2009
Coupons & Offers
Family Business
111 E Gutierrez St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Cory Motors

Cory Motors

(49)
  • Beetle
  • Volkswagen Westfalia Camper
  • Volkswagen Transporter (t4)
“Services Carburetor cleaning, Auto body & trim repair, Electrical repair, Tires, Auto battery replacement, Steering & suspension repair, General repairs & maintenance, Auto engine tuning, Auto brake repair, Vehicle Inspection, Wheel alignment, Brakes...”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1991
Family Business
429 E Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA
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Santa Barbara Autowerks

Santa Barbara Autowerks

(49)
Brake Repair, AC Repair, Check Engine Light
“When the work was complete, he informed me that it was determined that one of the repair items on my list was unnecessary, and that the labor hours for some items came in under the original estimate.”
In Business Since 2013
515 Fig Ave, Santa Barbara, CA
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Swedemasters

Swedemasters

(14)
  • Happy
  • Driving
  • Efficient
“Tim was great about explaining the repair and offered a few different solutions.”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2005
Coupons & Offers
428 N Salsipuedes St, Santa Barbara, CA
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Econo Auto Center

Econo Auto Center

(28)
  • Honest
  • Prices
  • Job
“Brother are very nice the guys the mechanics are awesome and they do a very good job fixing your cars when you get them back I would go there again and again”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1992
1131 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA
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The Engine Company Auto Repair

The Engine Company Auto Repair

(15)
“I called Peter on the recommendation of another local mechanic Shop and asked if he could look at a '90 VW Vanagon Synchro I was looking to buy, but that I had just driven all the way from Long Beach to Santa Barbara.”
Family Business
In Business Since 1979
130 Powers Ave, Santa Barbara, CA
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Lang Motors

Lang Motors

(19)
  • Mechanic
  • Price
“On my way home I got nervous about how the brake pedal worked because I was driving to LA in the morning so I went back to Lang and asked him about it.”
ASE Certified
In Business Since 2020
Coupons & Offers
Family Business
427 N Nopal St, Santa Barbara, CA
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Ken Symer Automotive

Ken Symer Automotive

(23)
  • Price
  • Mechanic
“They are honest, efficient, call you to discuss the problem/options after troubleshooting, fix things properly if they need fixing, and do not try to do unnecessary up charges.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2000
421 N Nopal St, Santa Barbara, CA
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805 Automotive

805 Automotive

(13)
  • van
  • Price
  • Mechanic
“) we he came, on a SUNDAY, and helped us out by not only replacing the broken hose but going through and replacing all the ancient transmission hoses while he was in there, he was very friendly and helpful and charged reasonably.”
In Business Since 2023
623 E Haley St, Santa Barbara, CA
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Goleta Radiator & Auto Repair

Goleta Radiator & Auto Repair

(33)
  • Diagnosis
  • Money
  • Vehicle
“He took a look at it to see if he could repair it for me and also offered me a fair and reasonable quote for a replacement radiator, but didn't pressure me to buy it.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards, Debit
In Business Since 1983
705 Lawrence Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
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Stuttgart Motors

Stuttgart Motors

(19)
  • Mechanic
  • BMW
“Car is running safe, and I'm coming back to replace the radiator fan, which was damaged but still working not 100%, made an appointment to put a new one on next week.”
In Business Since 1986
421 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA
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S.B. Motor Works

S.B. Motor Works

(4)
  • Price
  • Mechanic
  • Vehicle
“He owned a shop out of state and recently relocated to SB, which is why reviews aren't in yet, but word has spread quickly, and all of our friends now go to his shop.”
In Business Since 2021
150 Powers Ave, Santa Barbara, CA
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Mariah Motorsports

Mariah Motorsports

(4)
“Learned alot from him and the folks there about rotaries.”
606 N Milpas St, Santa Barbara, CA
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Mahneke Motors

Mahneke Motors

(19)
AC/ Heat Repair, OIL Changes, Brake Repair
“The best part is prior to the work I'd burn through a set of tires every 25K miles or so, the tires I put on right before the work was done are still showing practically no wear (or at least very even wear) after two years.”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1986
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Coupons & Offers
Serving Santa Barbara Area
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Beach Motor & Tires

Beach Motor & Tires

(29)
  • Fair
  • Price
  • Mechanic
“It's Motors and tires has been very good place for me to take my car Abel and his workers are so helpful and I'm very grateful for all the service but I have received their all these years and very honest”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2019
Family Business
Serving Santa Barbara Area
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Fairview Motors Brakes & Alignment

Fairview Motors Brakes & Alignment

(45)
  • Santa
  • Luck
  • Job
“If you want to know your car is in good hands of someone who cares about your safety rather than just collecting a bill from you take your car to Eric at Fairview Motors.”
Serving Santa Barbara Area
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R&R Motorworks

R&R Motorworks

(15)
  • Miata
  • Communication
  • Vehicle
“He put these cool tires on it for when I was going to the snow and gave me pointers on washing my undercarriage when I came back Bc of the salt they throw on the road can rust up my car.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2018
Serving Santa Barbara Area
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Hien's Auto Repair

Hien's Auto Repair

(16)
“I've been taking my Toyota to Hein's Auto Repair for the last 8 years.”
In Business Since 1952
Serving Santa Barbara Area
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Mr Tire & Service

Mr Tire & Service

(46)
Wheel Alignments, Schedule My Service, Brake Repair
“Walked down to Corrales to get a burrito and by the time I walked back with it, my tires were already installed and the price was exactly as quoted over the phone.”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1984
Accepts All Major Credit Cards, Debit, Cash, Financing available
Coupons & Offers
804 E Main St, Ventura, CA
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Los Olivos Motors

Los Olivos Motors

(33)
  • Price
  • Vehicle
  • Truck
“Los Olivos Motors was honest and told me only the things that needed fixing right now and that something else for the AC may need fixing in the future but it will be fine for now until it possibly goes out.”
In Business Since 2019
Serving Santa Barbara Area
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MAG Auto Repair

MAG Auto Repair

(14)
Break Repair, Auto Repair, Oil Change
“I have been going to Miguel at MAG auto repair for over 5 years and my experience has always been the same - great customer service and the best quality work every time!”
In Business Since 2017
1700 E Thompson Blvd, Ventura, CA
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Century Motors Auto Repair

Century Motors Auto Repair

(15)
  • Mechanic
  • Price
“The best place you can find to repair your car, clean, comfortable and with reliable equipment, excellent service and quality in everything, you really should know it.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1951
1205 E Thompson Blvd, Ventura, CA
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Ottos Garage

Ottos Garage

(1)
“Outstanding knowledgeable and professional definitely Master Mechanic”
Serving Santa Barbara Area
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AV Tire Service

AV Tire Service

(41)
“This place it has great service i took my rotors in and had them turned for 15 bucks each I've been going here for over 25 years always great service and prices are good deals”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2003
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Coupons & Offers
1610 S Oxnard Blvd, Oxnard, CA
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Engine Repair Services in Santa Barbara, CA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$690
Maximum cost
$5169
National Average
$2068
Avg Per Hour Rates
$102
$1781
$2872
Average price range is based on 421 cost profiles
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Average Cost $2068
Minimum cost $690
Maximum cost $5169
Avg Per Hour Rates $102

Average range $1781 to $2872 is based on 421 cost profiles.

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