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Kiwi's Auto Repair
“I highly recommend giving them a chance if you want to feel more connected to your community and get good service to boot.”
Best Mechanic Shops in Santa Barbara, CA
15 technicians listed · 10 in Santa Barbara · 3 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license
Data verified October 16, 2026
HP Autosport
“Harold is very detailed, has a tremendous amount of experience in stock to highly modified BMWs and othe cars.”
Santa Barbara Autowerks
“If you are in the area (or even if you aren't) and have a German car- strongly consider this independent 🙌shop!”
Santa Barbara Smog Shop
“I was quoted and charged a supremely fair price and it was also the fastest oil change I've ever had!”
Econo Auto Center
“He has saved me lot of trouble with my Chevy diesel over the years.”
Muller & Goss Inc.
“My son even drives his car down from the Bay Area for Martin when it needs a difficult fix, because of the level of trust we have in Martin.”
Listed for drivers in and around Santa Barbara, CA, these 15 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.
Area overview: Santa Barbara, CA
Of the 15 technicians we list here, 10 are in Santa Barbara itself and 5 come from Goleta (6 mi). The technicians on this page are rated from 3.8 to 5.0 across 1,551 reviews; 8 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", "honest" and "communication". 3 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 1 shows a license on its website; 2 list staff certifications (ASE) and 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 11 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 74 years. 1 gives free estimates; 1 is 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; 9 publish a contact page; 4 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 work on Saturdays or Sundays?
3 of the 15 shops list weekend hours. Saturday is usually a shorter day; Sunday openings are rarer and often by appointment.
Autohaus
“Incredibly knowledgeable about Mercedes-Benz automobiles, extremely reasonable prices, truly a master at his craft.”
AM Wrenching
“These guys are super knowledgeable and hard workers.”
Alphonse Mobile Mechanics
“Gabe came the next day on a Sunday (which i wasn't expecting him to work on Sundays) and located a short that was causing the issue.”
Winning Makes Inc. (Previously: Import Auto Parts Machine Shop)
“They are very efficient and do their job diligently.”
Eric Krebs Automotive
“They did a great job of cleaning up a mess I had made trying to fix my air conditioner blower…and never mentioned my mistakes.”
ATG Auto Repair
“They did a full inspection and oil change, explained things clearly, and charged much less than the dealership.”
Javier's Old Town Garage
“They came highly recommended by a friend but I was new to the area and glad the reviews held up.”
Hien's Auto Repair
“I have been using Hien's Auto Repair for 30 years, and he fixed all kind of auto problem for our family.”
Simply Automotive
“Over the years, they've handled everything from a tricky hydraulic issue on my convertible top, to brake jobs, to fixing cosmetic issues on my wife's car”
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about technicians in Santa Barbara
- “I never felt like I was being oversold or given unnecessary work—they took the time to properly diagnose my car and fix the issues so I can feel confident driving it again.” — customer of Kiwi's Auto Repair
- “The life of my car has been extended due to their swift diagnosis and repair and I would have no hesitation in recommending them to others.” — customer of Alphonse Mobile Mechanics
- “I stopped by without an appointment in the afternoon and was greeted by a very friendly mechanic who managed to work me in.” — customer of Santa Barbara Smog Shop
- “Brian is amazing. One of the most honest, ethical, and patient mechanics I have ever met in 44 years of owning cars.” — customer of Autohaus
- “Honest mechanic, great service and great price. If I could give more than 5 stars I would.” — customer of Econo Auto Center
Excerpts from public reviews of the technicians listed on this page.
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