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AB Auto Repair & Tire Shop Inc
Schedule A Repair
“I didn't think they could install and balance them as fast as a big tire shop chain but they rolled out 4 floor jacks and had the job done in less than 45 minutes.”
Radiator Repair in Lake Forest, CA
24 technicians listed · 20 in Lake Forest · 17 open weekends · 17 rated 4.5+
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Elite Automotive Services
Diesel Repair & Service, Upholstery, Fleet
“I had my Motorhome service work done which included changing engine and generator oils & filters, repairing the generator gas leak, replacing the leveler springs and cleaning and lubricating the levelers.”
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Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
Air Conditioning Services, CVT Transmission Service, Auto Repair Services
“I met with Micheal the mechanic who diagnosed my truck and found out the real problem (fuel pump and ignition coils) he told me my transmission was good which I was happy to hear.”
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L & M Automotive Service Center
Tires, Ozone Treatment, Smog Check Inspection
“I took my 2000 expedition 4x4 to 2 different shops and could not fix the transfer case motor issues the other shops had my expedition for almost 2 months I bought it to l&m automotive they diagnosed found out the issue and fixed it overnight I will b...”
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Lee's Auto
- Team
- Price
- Mechanic
“I needed to get my catalytic converter fixed and every shop was trying to rip me off or tell me my warranty wasn't avaliable for that particular reason.”
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Johnson's Auto Repair
- Inspection
- Oil
- Engine
“Awesome service manager and mechanics did a great job with my vehicle very nice people and I'm pleased with their work and how they treat me very honest thanks again guys and especially you Luke!”
Area overview: Lake Forest, CA
Of the 24 technicians we list here, 20 are in Lake Forest itself and 4 come from Lake Elsinore (4, 19 mi). The technicians on this page are rated from 3.8 to 5.0 across 1,750 reviews; 9 have 50 or more reviews and 17 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (80%), value (69%) and quality (63%). 17 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 4 list staff certifications (ASE) and 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 7 websites of the technicians on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 1 is family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 14 of the technicians on this page; 6 publish a contact page; 2 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.
Data verified October 6, 2026
Listed for drivers in and around Lake Forest, CA, these 24 shops repair and replace radiators and cooling system parts. What each one says about recoring, warranties and truck work comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
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Foothill Auto Service
- Truck
- Team
- Knowledge
“We've been taking all of our vehicles to Glenn/Foothill Auto for some 20 years and have referred numerous people to them who also continue to trust their service, their advice, their work.”
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Mission Auto Center
Electrical Services, Transmission Services, A/C & Heating Services
“Apparently, the place I got the battery from put in a terrible battery for my car and couldn't even help when I went back to them first to fix the problem.”
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Pro Tech Auto Repair Inc
Radiator Repair, Brake Repair, Engine Repair
“Positive Punctuality, Quality, Professionalism, Value Services Transmission, Electrical repair, Air & cabin filter replacement, Exhaust, Steering & suspension repair, General repairs & maintenance, Electrical, Auto engine diagnostic, Body & Trim, Eng...”
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R & S Auto Care
- Honest
- Fair
“BMW and Jaguar is his specialty, but I have seen many different makes and models come through there with their owners driving away with smiles on their faces😀.”
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Mercedes BMW Shop
“I showed up at noon, waited for less than ten minutes, and drove off having paid a very reasonable price, considering that it was a holiday weekend and they could easily have charged me more.”
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26.75 Auto Star Smog Check & Repair
- Auto Repair
- Owner
- Review
“Well, here, the owner is 100% honest, very friendly, rigorously professional, blazingly fast, most experienced, and extremely competent, not only for smog checks, but also for all sorts of mechanical work you may need, regardless of the type of your ...”
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Mobile Mechanic All OC
“This man wasn't satisfied with his own work when I was already very happy, he went back into the engine and found something he could have worked on and made my cars performance EVEN better.”
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Carmoe
- Price
- Fair
“Moe fixed my car much quicker and much cheaper than other estimates I got from other mechanic shops.”
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S & C Pro Automotive
- Diagnosis
- Vehicle
- Hose
“The shop from start to finish made my car breaking down less of a headache as they are very accommodating and made all the necessary repairs I needed to get my vehicle back and happily on the road again.”
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American Eagle Radiators
“Good price and customer service.”
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Luis MY Mechanic Mobile General Repair
Oil Service, And Mos Repairs Related With Your Car, Check Engine Light
“And i asked him if i could pick up my car so i can just go and return it back to him but he said that it would have not passed cause my check engine light was turned off due to my regular mechanic.”
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El Toro Muffler and Brake
- Price
“Honest reasonable reliable great quality work”
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Excel Auto Care & Mufflers
- Prices
“List of services I have gotten myself here (head gasket, transmission, magnaflow exhaust, paint and body, suspension, off road lights installed) all 5 star work .”
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All Pro Car Care
Brake Service
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Jerry's Complete Automotive Repair Dba Jerry's Classic Repair
- Knowledge
“Highly skilled, timely and fair.”
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Montiel Auto Repairs
“Excellent work, fair pricing, high integrity!”
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Auto Pros OC
“Diagnosed my car trouble accurately (alignment, spark plugs, and struts) and in addition he did auto detailing interior and exterior, my Prius looks brand new.”
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Alicia Complete Auto Repair
“Today I had a nail in my tire and only needed a patch and was turned away from American Tire Depot down the street because "they closed in 20 minutes".”
Radiator Repair and Replacement Services in Lake Forest, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$114
Maximum cost
$1026
National Average
$314
$342
$513
Typical price range is based on 458 cost profiles
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Why are shops from other towns listed here?
20 of the 24 shops are in Lake Forest; the others come from other towns within 25 mi and carry their own city. Radiator specialists serve a wide area, so the nearest one may well be a town over.