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Precision Auto Care
“Mechanics and staff are friendly and informative in regards to maintenance repairs in dealing with major repairs and challenges due to the outcome of your vehicle.”
Best Transmission Repair Shops near San Rafael, CA
We have 20 mechanics in San Rafael on file. Only the highest-rated make our list: 2 of them made it, along with 22 from towns including San Francisco (9, 17 mi), Berkeley (6, 16 mi) and Albany (2, 14 mi).
5 open weekends · 21 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Berkeley Minicar
- Inspection
- Dealership
- Fair
“I've been taking my Toyota to Berkeley Minicar for years, and they've always done a great job at doing the work while trying to save me money on parts/labor that aren't dire at the same time!”
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Ackerman's Servicing Volvo & Subaru
- Drive
- Subaru Outback
- Cost
“The guys at Ackerman were so quick, polite, inclusive, and capable, I have found the nirvana of a trustworthy mechanic who also has fast service and good prices.”
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Argonaut Garage
- Text
- Report
- Second Opinion
“From the greeting I got upon drop off, every phone call, text and email all the way through picking my vehicle up at the end of the day, this is was an exceptional experience.”
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International Sport Motors
- Dealership
- Inspection
- The Future
“She goes out of her way to explain everything and they give you a detailed inspection via email with notes and pics of whatever you're having done with a quote.”
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Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
- Questions
- Oil
- Check Engine Light
“I want to personally thank Shannon at Aamco for the quality of service, the outstanding job and attention to my vehicle along with the care for my family.”
Listed for drivers in and around San Rafael, 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: San Rafael, CA
The 24 mechanics on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 3,758 reviews; 23 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 (98%), quality (84%) and punctuality (67%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the mechanics on this page are "price", "communication" and "diagnosis". 5 are open on Saturdays. The services the mechanics on this page list most often on their websites are air filter replacement (2), battery replacement (2), brake repair (2), oil change (2) and timing belt replacement (2). 6 list staff certifications (ASE) and 20 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 16 websites of the mechanics on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 3 offer financing; 1 gives free estimates; 6 are family- or locally-owned and 11 list coupons or special offers. 1 has 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 years in business matter for transmission work?
Ten or more years in business is claimed by 22 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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Nate's Green Garage
- Craft
- Drive
- Dealership
“I feel very fortunate to have him as my mechanic, and he deserves the highest recognition and accolades for his dedication and service to the Prius community.”
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Noe Valley Auto Works
- Fair
- Vacuumed
- Enthusiastic
“They take the time to explain everything about how your car works and they give you straight answers about what's needed - no pushy attitudes, no upsells.”
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Royal Auto Mechanic
“They never pressured her to do anything, they just gave her the facts and she decided to change them out as she would only have to wait an hour and half.”
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Hayes Auto Repair
- Noise
- Job
- Rear-Ended
“Whenever I've needed their services, whether it's minor repairs or major bodywork, they consistently deliver top-notch quality, ensuring that my vehicle looks as good as new.”
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Autometrics
- Catalytic Converter
- Team
- Safety
“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.”
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Sg Auto Repair
- Pump
- Integrity
- Vehicle
“After calling a bunch of places in San Fransisco and finding no one willing or able to help us, we called Sg Auto Repair who graciously agreed to help and fit us in right away.”
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Pacific Auto Works
“One of the pleasant aspects of Pacific Auto Works is that they are open on weekends (Saturday only) until 5:00 pm which is not a normal thing for most repair shops.”
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George's Automotive Services
“I've had my Ford Econoline serviced here about 4 times now, and Lloyd is my go-to mechanic in the East Bay for his fast service time, honest pricing, and high skill.”
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Royal Autobody & Repair Center
- Brakes
- Job
- Price
“I have very good experience with the store workers and the front desk “Morad” very kind and so professional ,and they provide good quality of service and it's very trust to leave your vehicle to get fix with them .”
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Precision Auto Repair
- Team
- Mechanic
- Life
“I picked Precision Auto Repair because they are certified with my insurance company, the location was convenient to the city, and they offer detailing.”
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Adams Autoworx Albany
“Ronnie was very helpful and patient explaining exactly what needed repairs after the inspection, what those parts do and what the most urgent issues were.”
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Berkeley Auto Service
- Inspection
- Communication
- Technician
“Now with new owner, Carlos, they've really stepped up and added another level of technical sophistication that makes it even easier to work with them.”
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Sunset Auto Care
- Driving
- Check Engine Light
- Car Maintenance
“I moved to the complete opposite side of the city and still use his services, the only thing that will keep me from coming here is when I don't have a car anymore ~”
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B & W Service Center
- Work
- Mechanic
- Charge
“The service to my car is A1, I'll shop no where else, I've found my place to get my car serviced and I plan to share my experience with my family and friends, Thank You so much.”
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Auto City Repair
- Light
- Oil
- Honest
“I love these guys they always fix my car that is a 2002 Mercedes, and has ongoing Maintenance probem but they always come through and if they miss something the fix it.”
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Berkeley Motor Works Inc
- Oil
- Job
- Knowledge
“Clear estimates and invoices sent via Text message that also allows for payment ahead before you arrive…They also got my odometer to light up again without charging me!!”
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JR Automotive
- Fair
- Work
- Labor
“Called the shop to get an estimate before bringing the car in, brought the car, the repair was quick, and I was charged the same price as my quote when I called.”
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British Car Repair
- Fair
- tr6
- Price
“Called Clint, who sent one of his great staff to my location and replaced my drained battery with a new one, allowing me to drive home, offload my canines and then drive my car back to his shop”
Transmission Repair Services in San Rafael, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$851
Maximum cost
$3720
National Average
$1488
Avg Per Hour Rates
$137
$1170
$2976
Typical price range is based on 386 cost profiles
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about mechanics near San Rafael
- “Lloyd (the owner) is honest and up front about options for repairs, often recommending reasonably priced alternatives.” — customer of George's Automotive Services
- “Excellent customer service, great attitude, and professionalism. I would recommend this business anytime!” — customer of Precision Auto Care
- “Friendly, informative, and fast! They replaced my clutch in a day and the cost matched the estimate.” — customer of Precision Auto Repair
- “I trust these guys 100%. They are honest and do great quality work.” — customer of Sg Auto Repair
- “Took care of a transmission that needed new oil/filter as a walk-in and had us on the road with only a few hours delay.” — customer of Berkeley Auto Service
Excerpts from public reviews of the mechanics listed on this page.
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