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Berkeley Minicar
- Fluid
- Drive
- Battery
“I have never felt that they padded my bills--in fact occasionally they have said it was too soon (not enough miles) for a service or suggested a less expensive option.”
Best Transmission Repair Shops in Berkeley, CA
24 mechanics listed · 19 in Berkeley · 4 open weekends · 21 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Ackerman's Servicing Volvo & Subaru
- Efficient
- Dealership
- Future
“As full suspension repair will cost more than blue book for the car, Bruce prioritized which suspension repairs are most vital to safety and asked how many more miles I plan to keep my car.”
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Smog Check Berkeley
“Very efficient service!”
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Argonaut Garage
- EV
- Diagnostic
- Air Filter
“As an IT professional I really appreciate the transparency of Argonaut's diagnostics, complete with photos and video and modern communication tooling, paired with charismatic folks at the front desk.”
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Nate's Green Garage
- Fluids
- Prices
- Fear
“It's a remarkable feeling to do business with a mechanic who has deep technical experience and shares advice with customers as if they were his own family.”
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Autometrics
- Prius
- Job
- Diagnosed
“They always get my car in right away, always manage to fix the problem, in a very timely manner and never push repairs that you don't need, or can't afford at the time, unless it is a matter of safety.”
Listed for drivers in and around Berkeley, CA, these 24 shops work on transmissions. What each one says about rebuilds, warranty terms and the brands it handles comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Berkeley, CA
Of the 24 mechanics we list here, 19 are in Berkeley itself and 5 come from towns including Oakland (2, 7 mi), Martinez (1, 13 mi) and San Leandro (1, 13 mi). The mechanics on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 4,547 reviews; 17 have 50 or more reviews and 21 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these mechanics on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (94%), quality (86%) and punctuality (72%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the mechanics on this page are "price", "diagnosis" and "communication". 4 are open on Saturdays. The services the mechanics on this page list most often on their websites are brake repair (2), check engine light diagnostics (2), oil change (2), suspension repair (2) and tune ups (2). 5 list staff certifications (ASE) and 14 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 21 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 81 years. 2 offer financing; 1 gives free estimates; 6 are family- or locally-owned and 10 list coupons or special offers. 3 have Spanish-speaking staff. We count these figures across the mechanics on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the mechanic before you visit.
Do any shops listed for Berkeley offer financing?
2 of the 24 shops on this page say they offer financing. Transmission work is one of the larger repair bills a car can hand you, so terms are worth reading closely before you sign anything at the counter.
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- Camry
- Team
- Stolen
“They were attentive, courteous, and patient while going through my insurance (which took forever), made sure to contact me with any updates or questions, and were kind and understanding with all snags along the way.”
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Berkeley Auto Service
- Explanation
- Audi
- Oil
“Desperation led me to Berkeley Auto Service where I met Carlos, a master of the craft, who not only welcomed me immediately but also assured me despite his VW and Audi specialization”
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German Auto Sport
- Report
- Diagnosis
- Work
“I called Alex and he ordered the necessary part and set me up for a much needed repair to be handled effectively and efficiently as soon as I returned.”
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Oceanworks Berkeley
“We could have burned through a whole lot of additional cash otherwise as I'm normally a bit shy about sharing my ideas since many men would prefer not to hear them.”
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Holland Service
- Driveshaft
- Truck
- Jeep Wrangler
“I've been taking my 22 year old truck to them for 18 years and they always deliver : proficient diagnosis, work completed on schedule, and spot on their”
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Don's Tire Service
“My husband's car had a slow leak in one of the tires, so this morning, he took his car to a shop that he found on Yelp, which had a great overall rating: 4”
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Berkeley Auto Care
- Pressure
- Diagnosis
- Money
“We dropped in for a tire rotation and they couldn't get us in that day (because they were busy), but Ricky acknowledged us instantly and was super friendly and helpful.”
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Wise Auto Tech
- Vehicle
- Mechanic
- Work
“My beemers head melted down, Wise replaced it with one he had machined at his own shop for a very reasonable price, its been spinning like a top ever since.”
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Motor City Automotive
“The owner is a masterful mechanic, the best time ever met in all my many decades of life and personable and accommodating and I would highly recommend Motor City Automotive on Shattuck Avenue and Prince Street in Wonderful Berkeley CA 94703”
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Peter's Automotive Service
- Prices
- Phone
- Diagnostic
“He encouraged me to hold off on repair unless necessary because it would cost appx $800, and he turned off my check engine light and told me to come back if it happened again”
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Bridgeway Service
- Gas
- Prices
“Deeply knowledgeable, helpful, practical suggestions for which repairs first or not at all, know well local specialty garages, associated Green wash/wax/ detailer made my Saturn look better than the spiffy BMW, honest, reliable.”
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Orozco's Tires 2 Auto Repair
- Money
- Team
- Price
“Great customer service, excellent work, unbeatable pricing.”
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Cabello Brothers Automotive
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Costa Auto Care and Tire
“I have been with this company for over ten years, because of their integrity, and excellent work, they are kind and treat you with respect, and like you are the only customer.”
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Oakland Tire Pros
“The Oakland Tire Pros is my new car 🚗 service location and I shall share this information with all my friends and the seniors I spend time with in Oakland, San Leandro and Alameda!”
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Precision Auto Care
“He came HIGHLY recommended by my boyfriend who said he's been using Jimmy for 20 yrs for all of his vehicles plus his kids' cars, especially for inspections for purchasing used vehicles.”
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Auto Electric and Fuel LLC
- Nissan
- Prices
- Addition
“Carlos made the time to figure out what the problem was and was able to make the needed repairs and identified where the water was leaking in that caused the problem”
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Collaco Auto Repair
- Brandy
- Vehicle
- Diagnosis
“Angelo, a master tech at Collaco made sure the job was done correct the first time; he even gave me tips on how to make sure my Volkswagen doesn't get carbon buildup in the engine.”
Transmission Repair Services in Berkeley, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$949
Maximum cost
$4151
National Average
$1661
Avg Per Hour Rates
$152
$1305
$3321
Typical price range is based on 444 cost profiles
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about mechanics in Berkeley
- “I’ve sent 3 people to them. I highly recommend Oceanworks to anyone looking for an honest, fair mechanic shop to take their car to.” — customer of Oceanworks Berkeley
- “Their work exhibits honesty and integrity. They have been able to diagnose and fix any issue with my truck over the years, often times quicker and less expensive than I had anticipated.” — customer of Wise Auto Tech
- “After bringing my car in at 8am, they had it diagnosed by 9:30 (transmission valve body replacement), and the repair was complete by the afternoon.” — customer of Ackerman's Servicing Volvo & Subaru
Excerpts from public reviews of the mechanics listed on this page.
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