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Best Radiator Repair in Santa Barbara, CA
15 technicians listed · 10 in Santa Barbara · 4 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Kiwi's Auto Repair
“I needed a pre-purchase inspection for a car I bought on Carvana and the team was quick, courteous, and thorough.”
Kennedy's Automotive
“I've been coming here for about a year now and it has given me to much peace of mind to have a place i can trust to give high quality, honest service every time.”
Santa Barbara Autowerks
“My email communication with Hector was very responsive and he was able to diagnose the issue with a precise estimate that was not a moving target $$...”
Classic Design German Car Specialist
“Had an issue with my car and was able to get it fixed the same day I called in.”
Figueroa Street Complete Auto Care
“Quick to get us in the shop, knew what they were talking about and showed everything along the way.”
Listed for drivers in and around Santa Barbara, CA, these 15 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: Santa Barbara, CA
Of the 15 technicians we list here, 10 are in Santa Barbara itself and 5 come from Goleta (4, 6 mi) and Carpinteria (1, 11 mi). The technicians on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 1,863 reviews; 9 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", "communication" and "honest". 4 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 1 shows a license on its website; 4 list staff certifications (ASE) and 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 9 websites of the technicians on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 1 gives free estimates; 3 are family- or locally-owned and 2 list coupons or special offers. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for 10 of the technicians on this page; 8 publish a contact page; 2 list a public email and 3 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.
Are the longer-established listed shops a safer bet?
13 of the 15 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.
Ken Symer Automotive
“Chris fixed up my tundra same day for a couple hundred dollars after the first mechanic I called told me I would need a new engine… The whole team was super friendly and helpful.”
Goleta Radiator & Auto Repair
“The only charges for the time that he spends working on the car honest labor at a fair price always gets the job done on time happy to have this business in town”
S.B. Motor Works
“You can pick his brain about anything and feel confident that he'll give you an honest answer or advice”
AGS Rebuilders Inc
“The owner Matt is a great resource to have in town for all your A,G & S needs!”
Eric Krebs Automotive
“My car got towed in from Gaviota with a blown radiator hose and they fixed it very timely because a part had to be ordered older German car, I'd recommend them to anyone”
A & E Automotive
“They were on time, did exactly what they said they would do, called when they said they would, and provided great value for the work performed.”
ATG Auto Repair
“They were able to get a lot done and get a part from Oxnard for my car and done in one day”
Hien's Auto Repair
“The owner stayed back 20 minutes after to fix our mud gaurd which dropped while removing the car from parking lot.”
Ruben Clark Auto
“Ruben goes above and beyond like he did today when I had a car issue he responded right away and had me back on the road in less than 25 min.”
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