About Business
Residents of San Mateo, CA, San Mateo have long trusted boxerspecialist for their expert Car Repair needs. Whether you need assistance with Auto repair shop or general Car Repair support, they are well-equipped to help. They are well-regarded for their quality of work, maintaining a 4.8/5 rating with 19 reviews. Throughout San Mateo, and particularly in San Mateo, CA, boxerspecialist is recognized for upholding the highest standards of the Car Repair industry. Don't hesitate to contact boxerspecialist for any Car Repair inquiries or to schedule a visit to their San Mateo, CA facility.
Google Reviews
Chris Chafe
★★★★★
a year ago
Armin Ahmadi
★★★★★
2 years ago
I found my new Subaru mechanic
Brian
★★★★★
5 years ago
Wouldn't trust many others than my man Barinder.
Pat Booker
★★★★★
3 years ago
Absolutely the best auto service I've ever had. Everything was explained clearly, the service was done in a timely manner and the staff was beyond amazing. TAKE YOUR SUBARU HERE!!! You won't regret it
Rafael Solis
★★★★★
6 years ago
Barinder Master Technician Recommended technician by the previous owner of my car.. call during weekdays and he told me he's open during weekend only so i told him i would drop by early.. got in earlier than his opening but still he attended to me and i ask for a change oil and he did overall checkup.. also ask him for extra( installing my exhaust/muffler delete):).. did a pretty solid job and explain to me alot things that need to be addressed but not in a hurry.. Overall a pretty great technician with a super competitive prices.. and fyi guy he's a master technician in a subaru dealer :) Would recommend to all.. Fyi: he's alone for he's company so it's proly a first come first serve.. but you will get a great service period.
Kevina M Gallagher-Gadd
★★★★★
Edited a year ago
The best mechanic, especially for Subarus! Don’t waste your money and time taking your car to another mechanic!
David
★★★★★
a year ago
Replaced my transmission, clutch, and shifter, on my wrx. everything works as it should. Honest, reliable and knowledgeable.
Miguel Reyes
★★★★★
3 years ago
What a Great guy, he really is a Subaru “boxer” specialist. I have known him a long time, I trust him a lot on his work. Barinder is great! Down to earth too.
Jessica Franks
★★★★★
a year ago
Best mechanic ever! traveled to california from idaho and my suburu broke down. he was amazing at communicating and always available to talk and give updates on the car. very honest man, would recommend him!
joel johnson
★★★★★
5 years ago
Overall very satisfied (price, customer service, availability, and a clean orderly shop). This is our go to for our Subaru. This is the kind of mechanic you keep for the life of your car, then you give the car to someone you care about and buy the new model.
Luis Lingg
★★★★★
a year ago
We can define this workshop as unique, very professional, friendly, good prices, quality work with quality parts. No lies, no deception, no scams. He is my trusted mechanic, well, not only mine, but I can assure you that he is also the trusted mechanic for many other people.
Gavin Finley
★★★★★
3 years ago
Glad to have found Barinder. I can do most work myself but sometimes whether due to time or energy or workspace limitations something comes up that's just easier to have done at a proper shop. Barinder's knowledge of Subarus is evident (as one would hope given his dealership past) and he's also enthusiastic about them. I've been able to get in less than a week out every time, and he provides good status updates when necessary (such as when something unexpected turns up). Saturday availability is also a big plus, even if just for communication, as someone that works down in the South Bay.
Suzanne Ogata
★★★★★
5 years ago
I greatly appreciated the knowledge Barinder had about my Subaru and how he discovered the local Subaru dealship forgot to replace the front differential oil when they performed a scheduled service. Egregious error and negligent! I took my car to Subaru Boxer after I noticed transmission issues. Barinder has lots of experience workin on Subaru since he was a master mechanic. He pointed out other parts the dealrship service said they replaced when they didnt. If you have an out of warranty Subaru, do not go to the dealership as often, the mechanics do their service in haste and just don't care. Take your Subaru here instead!!!
Kristina Scott
★★★★★
2 years ago
When my 2015 Outback started sputtering while accelerating at lower speeds, I took it to Carlsen Subaru and they couldn’t diagnose it. Stevens Creek Subaru told me it was a coil pack, which they replaced, but that didn’t fix the problem either. They did discover seeping engine oil and quoted me such a massive bill that they suggested I buy another car. Thank goodness I found Barinder and Boxer Specialist. He discovered Stevens Creek put in the wrong coil pack, resealed the cam carrier and my Outback is running perfectly again. From now on I’m only going to Boxer. I highly recommend.
Hen Drik
★★★★★
9 months ago
Barinder and his team Ali is very professional and knowledgeable about boxer engine, like his shop name "boxer specialist". I have a engine lights on my 2006 Forrester (P0442). They replaced the sensors and now it's off/fixed. Thank you Barinder and Ali, I will refer you to all my friend's a d family.
Bruno Oechsler
★
☆☆☆☆
a year ago
Good for oil and fluid changes, I did an oil and transm. fluid early this year, but then he quoted $1200 to do headers/exhaust manifold/turbo manifold GASKET swap, saying that he needs to drain all fluids and etc… when you clearly don’t need to, clamps exists for a reason, pretty straight forward job, anywhere else $380-$450 but they had the audacity of saying it’s $1200 job and that is very complicated. Clearly he didn’t understand the fact I swapped the headers by myself for an aftermarket part.
Eric Storne
★★★★★
10 months ago
Barinder replaced the head gaskets on the EJ255 turbo motor on my 2008 Outback XT 5-speed manual in 2023 and it's still going strong. Since he had the motor out of the car for the head gasket work, he also replaced the clutch. Professional work, reasonable price and turnaround time. I'd recommend him for any Subaru work.
Kun Qian
★★★★★
8 months ago
The shop owner is very responsive and the communication was smooth. Ali is very knowledgeable about engines. Would recommend especially if you have a Subaru!
Taylor Buckman
★★★★★
2 months ago
Dealer quoted over 2k for front control arm bushings. I called Barinder for a second opinion. He said he’d take a look and let us know if they needed to be replaced. After inspection, they did and the cost was under 1k. He did the work quickly and honestly. Would recommend for any Subaru owners in the area.
Justin Magsalin
★★★★★
3 months ago
Just picked up my 17’ STi after a few weeks for major services and a light overhaul on the engine. It was definitely worth the wait.. Barinder and Ali were transparent and knowledgeable when it came to diagnosing my car. Now my car drives perfect. These guys get the highest recommendation from me. Thank you again!
