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Westside Auto Repair
- Toyota
- Towed
- Catalytic Converter
“Ivan was super helpful on finding the best price (I called five places in town and all gave me a significantly higher estimate) and did the job very quickly!!”
Steering and Suspension Repair and Replacement in Santa Barbara, CA
24 listed · 24 in Santa Barbara · 22 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license
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Kiwi's Auto Repair
Exhaust Services, Brake Repairs & Replacements, Headlight Restoration
“More recently, I have had multiple mechanical issues that resulted in many phone calls and back & forth, and Bob has been kind, helpful, and patient with my questions and concerns.”
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Cory Motors
- Volkswagen Transporter (t4)
- Vanagon
- Volkswagen Westfalia Camper
“Mike and team have always communicated clearly about what needed doing, which items were coming up but could wait a while, and what to expect down the road.”
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HP Autosport
- Job
- Knowledge
- Oil
“I've been ripped off in the past by other repair shops who recommend unnecessary services to pad their pocket, but I can always count on Harold to tell me exactly what needs to be fixed.”
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Powell Garage Inc
- Mechanic
- Old Car
- Work
“In a time where money drives everything & it's hard to find a mechanic you can trust, it's refreshing to have a shop where you don't have those worries.”
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Kennedy's Automotive
- Oil
- Mechanic
- Drive
“This is less of a review and more along the lines of one of those stories your grandparents tell about the work ethic, square dealings, and follow through from the good old days.”
Area overview: Santa Barbara, CA
All 24 mechanics we list here are in Santa Barbara itself. We have 38 mechanics in Santa Barbara on file; this page shows the highest-rated. Their ratings run from 4.1 to 5.0 across 2,143 reviews; 12 have 50 or more reviews; 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these mechanics on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (90%), quality (90%) and punctuality (59%). The services they list most often on their websites are bmw service & repair santa barbara (2), daily repairs (2) and mercedes-benz service & repair (2). 1 shows a license on its website; 3 list staff certifications (ASE); 6 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 18 of their websites at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1998. 1 gives free estimates; 8 are family- or locally-owned. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for 22 of them; 15 publish a contact page; 8 list a public email; 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the mechanics on this page, from their listings and their own websites; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the mechanic before you visit.
The 24 shops on this page handle steering and suspension work in and around Santa Barbara, CA. What each says about warranties, certifications and financing comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
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Schneider Autohaus
- Happy
- Engine
- Diagnosis
“In addition, I asked Schneider to perform a full service/maintenance routine and to provide me with any recommendations to make sure the car was fully up to snuff.”
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Santa Barbara Autowerks
Emergency, AC Repair, Brake Repair
“Your car is always in great shape here and Hector and Pete make sure to keep you in the loop so you know what's happening with your vehicle and what the options are.”
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Santa Barbara Smog Shop
- Model Cars
- Efficient
- Christian
“There are artifacts from more than 30 years of collecting automobile- and Santa Barbara-related items, as well as license plates from all over the US and the world.”
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Swedemasters
- Efficient
- Mechanic
- Driving
“Ended up finding what the true issue was and saved me money.”
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Ayers Automotive Repairs
- Work
- Diagnose
- Estimate
“Positive Punctuality, Quality, Professionalism Services General repairs & maintenance, Auto engine tuning, Tire rotations, Auto interior vacuuming, Oil change”
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Classic Design German Car Specialist
- Fair
- Price
- Work
“My whole family been his loyal customers for years and I drove here all the way from San Jose to see what the fuss is all about and address all my automotive needs.”
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Muller and Goss Automotive Repair
- Knowledge
- Honest
- Vehicles
“Highly recommend for foreign auto repair Positive Punctuality, Quality, Professionalism, Value Services Electrical repair, General repairs & maintenance, Engine repair”
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Bowman's Auto Repair
- Team
- Price
- BMW
“My air conditioner needed service, my two front hub assemblies were in need of replacement and my front sway bar had rusted through and finally cracked through.”
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Haik's German Autohaus Mercedes-Benz
Transmission—cooler Lines, Fluid Level, Leaks, Chassis and Body—check For Rust, Drive Axles—constant Velocity Boot Condition
“I liked the way he systematically went through the possible reasons for the fault based upon easiest to repair until he was able to pinpoint the problem and fix it very efficiently.”
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The Garage
Land Rover Repair and Maintenance Santa Barbara, Daily Repairs, Audi Service, Maintenance & Repair Santa Barbara
“I've never been the type to go out of my way for a specific place to get my car serviced; but that all ends now; master certified, genuinely nice, a pleasure to deal with!”
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Muñoz's Auto Repair
- Toyota
- Honesty
- Happy
“I feel I found a place for my car maintenance and repairs that is safe!”
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Granny's Garage
- Fair
- BMW
- Price
“By mid-Monday, my car was already in their shop being worked on, Tuesday they had all the parts in, and on Wednesday at around lunchtime my car was all ready to go (new radiator, and several other services).”
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Lara Auto Repair
- Inspection
- Prices
- Smog
“My most recent mechanical issues required several visits to the shop (putting miles on my vehicle was required between visits), and each time I was treated with the utmost respect and kindness.”
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Auto Works
“We take both of our trucks to them!!”
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Lang Motors
- Price
- Mechanic
“I went for an oil change at a different shop and was recommended coolant flush, power steering fluid flush, driving belt replacement, and a bunch of other service, although the Mazda schedule said I still have 10k more miles to go before these things...”
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Ken Symer Automotive
- Mechanic
- Price
“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.”
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Goleta Radiator & Auto Repair
- Vehicle
- Work
- Money
“He's very knowledgeable is his trade and if he can't help out with a certain repair he tells you honestly and depending on the repair can recommend another shop that he trusts.”
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Dave Scholl Automotive
Dave Has Almost 40 Years of Volvo Experience
“Also thought he had found a solution for a squeaking sound from the car that had been going on for a while, but when he replaced the engine pulley bearing that he thought was causing the problem and the squeaking didn't completely go away, he refunde...”
Car Suspension and Shock Absorber Repair Services in Santa Barbara, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$575
Maximum cost
$4825
National Average
$862
Avg Per Hour Rates
$127
$747
$1057
Fair price range is based on 486 cost profiles
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What customers in Santa Barbara say about local mechanics
- “He recommended MCS dampers for my C6 Z06 Corvette and it is worth every penny!” — customer of HP Autosport
- “Outstanding work done quickly. Towing company recommended this shop and we were so grateful for the quick work and great price.” — customer of Westside Auto Repair
- “If you want someone knowledgeable, kind, trustworthy, and all around the best in town; this is the shop for you!” — customer of Kennedy’s Automotive
- “Great guys giving always friendly & timely service. I've had emergency when have just show up, they always make time to get me back on the road.” — customer of Muller and Goss Automotive Repair
- “It can be a challenge finding an honest mechanic so it was refreshing to find a professional, knowledgeable mechanic to work on my vehicle.” — customer of Kennedy’s Automotive
Excerpts from public reviews of the mechanics listed on this page.