Elite Automotive Services
“This is my family's 3rd car we've had serviced in three weeks and every time the service has been truly excellent”
Best Radiator Repair in Lake Forest, CA
16 technicians listed · all 16 in Lake Forest · 13 open weekends · 11 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
“AAMCO's use of modern technology sets them apart from other repair shops.”
L & M Automotive Service Center
“Thank you Brian for helping me get a great deal on my new tires!!”
Lee's Auto
“The owner and the master mechanic, Pablo, did an amazing job diagnosing the problem and fixing my car within 1 day.”
Mission Auto Center
“A hour later, MAC realigned the 4 wheels and it drives like a Porsche again.”
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.”
Listed for drivers in and around Lake Forest, CA, these 16 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.
Area overview: Lake Forest, CA
All 16 technicians we list here are in Lake Forest itself. We have 19 technicians in Lake Forest on file; this page shows the highest-rated 16. The technicians on this page are rated from 3.8 to 5.0 across 1,006 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews and 11 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (82%), value (64%) and quality (61%). 13 are open on Saturdays. 2 list staff certifications (ASE) and 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 5 websites of the technicians on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 2 offer financing; 1 is family- or locally-owned and 4 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 7 of the technicians on this page; 3 publish a contact page; 1 lists a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the technicians on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the technician before you visit.
Are the longer-established listed shops a safer bet?
9 of the 16 shops here have been trading ten years or more. Radiator work rewards that, since the places that still recore and pressure test in house tend to be long-established and often run commercial vehicle work alongside cars.
26.75 Auto Star Smog Check & Repair
“Been here many times with my Lexus and F150 for smog, and Tom handled it effortlessly like a pro.”
S & C Pro Automotive
“My truck's clutch went out in the gas station next door and the mecanic stopped working and ran outside to help bring it over to the shop, prices were fair and turn around time was great.”
Carmoe
“Very quick repairs at reasonable prices with extremely friendly service and great waiting room.”
Luis MY Mechanic Mobile General Repair
“Not only did he replace my headgaskets, but tackled the valve cover gaskets, radiator, thermostat, hoses and water pump for less than my previous quotes”
El Toro Muffler and Brake
“Drove in same-day with a missing jack on my trailer and they were able to weld on a new one in less than a day!”
Excel Auto Care & Mufflers
“Get the job done and take the time to explain what is wrong with your car.”
Jerry's Complete Automotive Repair Dba Jerry's Classic Repair
“Jerry's complete automotive- Great customer service, friendly environment highly recommend.”
Montiel Auto Repairs
“Edwin is a solid guy that did repair work on my damaged BMW bumper for a very good price.”
Auto Pros OC
“The price was just as he quoted and he did not try to up sell me or anything.”
Alicia Complete Auto Repair
“Nice to find a honest mechanic now a days.”
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