Berkeley Minicar
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24 technicians listed · 20 in Berkeley · 4 open weekends · 22 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Listed for drivers in and around Berkeley, CA, these 24 shops are general mechanics. What each one states about certifications, warranties and financing comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Of the 24 technicians we list here, 20 are in Berkeley itself and 4 come from Oakland (2, 7 mi), San Francisco (1, 12 mi) and Concord (1, 16 mi). The technicians on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 4,617 reviews; 15 have 50 or more reviews and 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (94%), quality (77%) and punctuality (68%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "price", "diagnosis" and "honest". 4 are open on Saturdays. The services the technicians on this page list most often on their websites are brake repair (3), oil change (3) and check engine light diagnostics (2). 4 list staff certifications (ASE) and 14 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 23 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 63 years. 2 offer financing; 6 are family- or locally-owned and 12 list coupons or special offers. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. 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.
4 of the 24 shops list weekend hours. Saturday is usually a shorter day; Sunday openings are rarer and often by appointment.
- “Very capable, welcoming and friendly staff; easy to schedule an appointment, get in, have the work done, and out again in a timely manner.” — customer of German Auto Sport
- “We are relatively new to the area and Sam took care of us like no other-- he was friendly, honest, and diligent.” — customer of Gilman Auto
- “Their team is not only competent and efficient, but they are genuinely kind people and extremely trustworthy.” — customer of Griffin Motorwerke
- “Squeezed me in when my battery died! As always courteous, efficient, and completely professional.” — customer of Bavarian Professionals
- “Highly recommend! Art’s was thoughtful and helpful every step of the way when I brought in my vehicle after the catalytic converter was stolen.” — customer of Art's Automotive
Excerpts from public reviews of the technicians listed on this page.
Brake Pad Replacement Cost: Do You Really Need Rotors?
Can a Mechanic Charge More Than the Estimate? State Rules
Can I Bring My Own Parts to a Mechanic? What It Saves
Car Battery Replacement Cost 2026: Price by Where You Buy
Do Mechanics Have to Warranty Their Work? (2026)
Does a Different Mechanic Void Your Car Warranty? (2026)