Japanese Auto Center
“Got me in quick, found and fixed the problem (Alternator) same day for a good price.”
Best Transmission Repair Shops in Torrance, CA
22 mechanics listed · all 22 in Torrance · 13 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Hillside Auto Repair
“I will recommend this place to all my family and friends!”
Takeda Auto/ JNV
“I even referred my bestfriend, b/c it is hard to find a honest, good mechanic from a female perspective.”
The Toy Shop
“They communicate well after the issue is diagnosed and the price is fair and well explained.”
Tips Cadillac Sales & Service
“Sergio and his team go above and beyond to give fair, honest estimates and their service is excellent.”
Gilberto's Transmissions
“Very professional and so considerate, fixed my transmission alot sooner than I expected...”
Listed for drivers in and around Torrance, CA, these 22 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: Torrance, CA
All 22 mechanics we list here are in Torrance itself. The mechanics on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 4,479 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the mechanics on this page are "price", "honest" and "fair". 13 are open on Saturdays. 1 lists staff certifications (ASE) and 6 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 5 websites of the mechanics on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 2 give free estimates; 3 are family- or locally-owned and 4 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 11 of the mechanics on this page; 7 publish a contact page; 3 list a public email and 5 take bookings online. We count these figures across the mechanics on this page; 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 14 of the 22 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.
MMS Automotive
“I drive from Huntington Beach to Lawndale is a good distance with many auto shops and dealers a long the way.”
Torrance Transmission Service
“They do excellent work in a reasonable amount of time and have great customer service.”
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Classic Star Mercedes
“Very knowledgeable and helpful in resolving issues with your Mercedes, if they can't fix it in which they can, nobody can.”
John's Auto Care
“I stopped by with my Tacoma and John had it evaluated, quoted, and repaired same day.”
Arts Auto Electric & Air Conditioning
“They were able to fit me in and extract the Freon R132 from my car so I can swap out the ac compressor.”
Torrance Autohaus
“He's so reliable and fast my family has brought there Mercedes here for over 15 years”
LJ Automotive
“Last Summer he discovered that my rear main seal was leaking and recommended that I see if my car was still under warranty with the Hyundai Dealership.”
AC Transmissions
“He'll take his time to explain in detail what's wrong with your vehicle.”
Roberto's Auto Repair
“Get most of my car stuff done here, feel good about the place...”
Sanchez Auto Service & Repair
“I worked with Jaime during the process, the result is flawless and he's extremely proactive and friendly.”
IPM Inc
“Great people, extremely knowledgeable and very competitive pricing.”
Hernan's Automotive Rebuilding
“These guys are not only super efficient their repairs last forever & they are very reasonably priced.”
John's Service Center Inc
“They've done all the service on my 2001 Toyota Sequoia since it was new, and it's still kicking ass in Tahoe, in the snow, on dirt, over rocks, hauling tools, a dirt bike on the back, towing other stuck trucks out, whatever else I find to throw at it”
Ishida-Ya Auto Repair
“The owner is very knowledgeable and most importantly honest.”
Inoue Car Clinic
“Always ready to help their clients and are conscientious about what the vehicle really needs.”
Clayton's Independent Volvo
“Mr Clayton pointed out a missing part that was responsible for protecting the underside of engine and also vents air to cool engine.”
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about mechanics in Torrance
- “I recommend this place to anyone as they are an honest and fair automotive transmission repair shop.” — customer of AC Transmissions
- “I have been using Torrance Transmission for years and they have never let me down.” — customer of Torrance Transmission Service
- “Easy choice. Nice, thoughtful, considerate, honest, and of course, fixed my transmission problem.” — customer of Gilberto's Transmissions
- “Straight to the point, amazing service & they gave me a great price.” — customer of Sanchez Auto Service & Repair
Excerpts from public reviews of the mechanics listed on this page.
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