Santa Cruz Auto Repair

Disregard all the negative reviews. Issac is the most honest and helpful mechanic I have ever met in my life. People lack the patience or understanding of what it takes to get things done. His shop is very busy at times. I grew up in the garage with my dad rebuilding cars so I know my way around a shop and if someone is BS'ing me. Issac knows his craft like no other. Very few places I trust to touch my cars.When I lack the time or tools to get a job done this is my go to place. His rates are fair and just. He has spent many extra hours diagnosing issues with my car he didn't charge for. He goes above and beyond.I had a problematic Subaru legacy and I bought a used transmission through him. It went bad towards the end of the warranty and he replaced it free of charge except shipping costs! Now that's customer service.One morning last year I get in my car (2007 Mazdaspeed 6) to go to work and heard a clunk in the rear that sounded like a loose suspension part. Took it into his shop and he put it up on the rack right away, found the issue, and fixed it quickly. Turns out I didn't fully tighten the upper shock bolt when I installed my new coilovers.Another time my son and I were headed out to go camping in my truck. Stopped for gas then took off. Transmission started acting up. Swung by his shop and he read the code. I replaced the part and was on my way.

Great place for smog test! No hassle, no wait every time!

I recently had an issue with my ABS module and Isaac went above and beyond to help me come up with a solution that ended up saving me $300 over using the dealer. I was very impressed that he was willing to be so helpful and feel grateful for his extra time helping me to figure out the best way to manage the expensive service my car required. I highly recommend Isaac and this shop.

Isaac and Al jumped into my engine cavity to change the valve covers and get me back on the road. I had an oil leak that was staining driveways. My clients don't like that. These two guys started early, in order to get it done quickly. I wish I could post a picture of them both inside my engine cavity. What a hoot!

I have been taking my car to Isaac for over 5 years. Isaac and his staff have always been friendly and professional, diagnosing and repairing my car correctly every time I've had a problem. They are honest and very knowledgeable and the work they do is excellent. I have recommended them to several of my friends. Each has come back to me and thanked me for recommending Isaac. I would never even consider bringing my car to another shop in Santa Cruz. His is absolutely a five star business!

About a month ago, my low pressure light went on. I checked my tires, did not find anything. Went to Goodyear. They checked them each of them and did not find anything. They filled them all with air and did not charge for the work! That's right! I would so recommend them. They are honest.

Came here for a smog check. Got estimated 20 mins and gave them my key. Did the paperwork, sat down and started eating a banana. Halfway through my banana, I was told that my car was ready. Wait what?! I was literally in and out of the place 15-20mins. They even charged me the $45 coupon price... even without a coupon. Is it weird that I think I love this place more than 90% of Santa Cruz?

Super fast smog with a reasonable price. Half the price of the place in Scotts Valley near my house I used last time. Nice people too.

SMOG check!Best price in ton and fastest service ever! It took more time to drive to and from Goodyear than it did to have my vehicle smogged! CRAZY FAST!Lee and Issac are very personable and friendly and I plan on bringing my vehicle back for future services.

Couldn't have asked for anything more. Stopped in without an appointment to see about getting my car smogged and I got right in. The person working the front was friendly, the price ($45) was right as far as I know, I was in and out in about 20 minutes, and they have wireless internet you can use while you wait. Overall a great experience for getting a smog check!