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House Automotive
- Flatbed
- Dealership
- Macan
“The service prices are very reasonable (a fraction of what the dealer charges) and I would highly recommend bringing your car to them for any service needs!!”
Best Transmission Repair Shops in Pasadena, CA
24 mechanics listed · 21 in Pasadena · 12 open weekends · 22 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Accurate Autoworks
- Civic
- Honest
- Mechanic
“On more than one occasion, I have asked if something needed to be replaced, and although they could have made money, they told me that I could wait to replace the part.”
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Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
- Oil
- Job
- Pay
“Sadu and Ben took care of my car, but most importantly, they treated me as a customer with total care that other AAMCO shops did not exhibit, and that's why we come back to Pasadena, and will definitely let others know as well.”
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Mitch's Auto
- Mechanic
- Team
- Pay
“I took my car to Mitch's auto for a minor electrical problem; when Mitch looked into it and it turned out it was an unusual issue that he didn't have the right tools to diagnose and fix, he advised me to take my car to a Honda dealer to get it looked...”
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Fremont and Purdon
“They've taken care of nearly every possible auto repair for us; showing and explaining the issues that are immediate and those that can wait when cost of repair is a factor.”
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Del Mar Auto & Radiator Service
- Quality
- Hutch
- Oil
“Hutch was able to have our car ready by the following early afternoon, he knew we had to go out of town so he was able to get the job done quickly for us.”
Listed for drivers in and around Pasadena, 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: Pasadena, CA
Of the 24 mechanics we list here, 21 are in Pasadena itself and 3 come from South Pasadena (3 mi). The mechanics on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 1,601 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews and 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these mechanics on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (91%), quality (91%) and value (79%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the mechanics on this page are "fair", "honest" and "diagnosis". 12 are open on Saturdays. 3 list staff certifications (ASE) and 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 20 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 98 years. 1 offers financing; 1 is family- or locally-owned and 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 10 of the mechanics on this page; 6 publish a contact page; 5 list a public email and 3 take bookings online. 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 years in business matter for transmission work?
Ten or more years in business is claimed by 20 of the 24 shops here. Rebuild quality is hands-on skill, and a shop that has been in one place a long time is easier to hold to a warranty. It is what their listings state, not a guarantee.
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Independent German Car Services
- BMW
- Fair
- Mechanic
“I took my 2008 A4 in for service, after three visits to diagnose the problem and it still persisting on the third try he sent me out with a fixed car and *no charge*!!”
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Vince's Auto Services
- Mechanic
- Brakes
- Diagnosis
“Vince's team has repaired that last 10% on my Mercedes and Jaguar, with AC services, help to pass Smog, change injectors, Intake Manifold Gaskets, Engine Mounts, Differential and transmission services.”
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Independent Volvo Service
- Honest
- Prices
“I moved to the area three years ago and started bringing my Volvo here for service and repairs and they have always been courteous, helpful, reliable, and honest.”
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Spence & Frye GM Specialist
- Vehicle
- Chevy
- Art
“If you're looking for a GM shop that is above industry standard And doesn't play any games or overcharge for their labor or parts look no further than here.”
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Advance Auto
- Truck
- Exhaust
- Catalytic Converter
“Had been told by the dealer that I needed a laundry list of things done to my car, brought it in here - they slashed 4 items off the list and charged me less than half of what the dealer wanted to charge.”
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Complete Auto Repair Specialist
“Daniel was so incredibly helpful and considerate to the point of being willing to drive to pick up a part for me to help me get my car back in running condition as soon as possible.”
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J&G Auto
- Driving
- Fair
- Diagnosis
“Despite the Mazda dealer bungling the delivery of a part that was needed to complete the repair, Troy kept me in the loop throughout and his rates were very reasonable.”
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Walnut Smog & Repair
- Prices
“Very professional knowledgeable was able to fix my car when nobody could not I recommend the shop to all my friends and everybody I know who needs need of repairs!!!!”
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Foothill Transmission Services
- Quote
- Price
“I highly recommend everyone to go to ROB he's nice guy I brought a transmission in for Honda he put it in works perfectly fine I paid 875 but it's worth it thanks rob for your service”
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Goodwill Auto Repair
“The work has been done in 15min.”
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Premium Mechanics
- Prices
“They have always treated my car well!”
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Larry's Union Service
- Cost
- Mechanic
“Ive been ripped of by so many garages, its very comforting to know that youre being told the truth and not overcharged or scammed for more repairs than you need.”
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ARC
“Very good service!!”
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PAT Transmission
- Price
- Mechanic
“There was a really complicated situation after he had replaced it and he stayed on track and had to really spend time to find out what else was causing the issue with the car.”
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Paulson's Automotive Services
“Great costumer service and honest work.”
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Mission Auto Repair
- Mechanic
- Price
“The people there are friendly and the service is outstanding top of the line.”
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Superstar
- BMW
“I also called Firestone with exactly what I needed but they didn't have any of the parts to give me an accurate quote but when I called this place they had everything and gave me an amazing quote.”
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Hi-Tek Automotive Transmission
“Car issues can be frustrating, especially when you have to leave your car for a few days, but Nick made sure I was taken care of while he worked on my car.”
Transmission Repair Services in Pasadena, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$958
Maximum cost
$4191
National Average
$1677
Avg Per Hour Rates
$154
$1317
$3353
Average price range is based on 257 cost profiles
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about mechanics in Pasadena
- “I absolutely love Del Mar Auto. I always take my car there when I have an issue and they are always honest, professional and give a great price to do everything in a timely manner.” — customer of Del Mar Auto & Radiator Service
- “Arthur is the best, trustworthy, kind and absolutely knows what he's doing.” — customer of Walnut Smog & Repair
- “Rob and the guys at foothill transmission service have met and exceeded all expectations, I am more than comfortable giving them my endorsement.” — customer of Foothill Transmission Services
- “Strongly recommend this business and I have the full trust of the mechanics and owner.” — customer of Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
- “I came back and not only was Arthur consistent with his honesty and knowledge on all my car issues but he made sure I knew what was happening the whole time.” — customer of Walnut Smog & Repair
Excerpts from public reviews of the mechanics listed on this page.
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