Harbor Auto Service Center

Jeff & Fawn Peterson

★★★★★

8 months ago

Mike and Harbor Lexus is my trusted mechanic and service provider. Runs a tight ship. Honest and integrous. I highly recommend Harbor Auto.

Jennifer Hope Webster

★★★★★

5 years ago

Excellence in customer service and #autorepair . My families cars all run amazing. A one stop shop! They do it all!

Chris Kurisu

★★★★★

11 months ago

Needed a front bearing replaced. They asked for it to be dropped it off first thing. Not long afterward they called to say they recommended replacing the hub, too. Still got the car back by the end of the day. Good communication, fair pricing. Been a customer for a couple of years now.

Lydia Meyerdirk

★★★★★

a year ago

These guys are great! Been to them for a few things and they always take care of me and my cars and are honest with me. Haven’t ever felt taken advantage of before, which is a big deal in this area/being a woman! They were accurate with their diagnosis with my last car and its problems so I ended up selling it and they’ve taken care of my new to me car too! Took in my Lexus to get check engine light figured out and they told me everything they did and what they figured out. When I went to pick it up they also told me they found a nail and my tire and plugged that too! Solid, friendly, and reputable business! Hope they always stay that way :)

Kyle Roth

★★★★★

10 months ago

Got my brakes and oil changed for my Suburban. Ask for Mike he’s a great guy, the shop is also extremely clean and comfortable for being a mechanic, they obviously take pride in what they do. 10/10 recommend

Michael Richardson

★★★★★

11 months ago

My son and I both use Harbor Auto Service Center for all of our car repair needs. We are so pleased with the high level of service and expertise. Excellent location, fast repairs, very experienced mechanics. Michael Pavone is the friendly manager, and Swim is the best mechanic on Earth!

Tracy Wiedeman

★★★★★

Edited a year ago

We took my daughter’s 2013 Ford Explorer in for a transmission flush and to rotate the tires. It was our first time here and we had the best experience! They were upfront on the cost over the phone and while the vehicle was there we received a call recommending front brakes. I hadn’t even asked them to check the brakes and felt grateful that they had inspected them. We did the transmission flush, front brakes, and a tire rotation, it was done the same day and it was less than what we were quoted! Everyone was very polite to us and we felt well taken care of! Don’t hesitate bringing your vehicle here!

Garrett Stephens

★★★★★

11 months ago

I was quoted $7k by South Coast Toyota to get several things fixed on my car which they assured me were imperative. After a few months of searching for a new car, being that I didn’t want to put $7k into my current one, I figured I would get a second opinion. I selected Harbor Auto because it was nearby— I knew nothing about them before coming in. After only a few minutes on the phone, I had an appointment set same day. I returned a few hours later, and they had completed their inspection of my vehicle. They walked me underneath the car, showing me what the dealership was referring to, and told me that they were glad I came by before paying the outlandish price. Out of the laundry list of items Toyota told me I had, Harbor Auto only identified one which was immediately needed. They told me I can come in any day next week to get it repaired…. $300. Inspection free. Unfortunately, this kind of honesty and transparency doesn’t exist much in America anymore. I’m no car guy, but I am going to find every way possible to line these guys pockets! Couldn’t recommend this shop more.

Charles Candelaria

★★★★★

8 months ago

Decades of experience dealing with various auto mechanics, and nobody beats Harbor Auto. Nobody. Best work, trustworthy and honest service, good prices, and did I say honest? Let me say it again. I now live almost an hour away, and I will still take my car there and rent a car if necessary. Thank you for the many years of service!!

Pam’s Reviews

★★★★★

7 months ago

The owner, Michael, was very kind and honest. Southcoast Toyota tried a scare tactic on my car, I went to him with their exaggerated quote and he not only took the time to check out my car but also showed me the “supposed” problem spots that Southcoast Toyota tried to scare me with. Said it wasn’t an urgent fix like they made it seem. The suspension bolts did not shear/break as they claimed and he showed me where they were located under my car and took the time to educate me. I read Yelp reviews before going, and as a female wanting to feel safe and not get ripped off, he reassured me and did not charge for his time. I’m a converted lifelong customer. Will be going back in a few weeks for oil change, transmission, new tires (he doesn’t do tires but will hook it up through his referral). Love that I’ve found my one stop shop! Thank you for your kindness and giving me faith in humanity! Female customers on Yelp swayed my decision to pick his shop over others, their reviews about making us feel comfortable was spot on!

Kaori Tsuki

★★★★★

Edited 2 years ago

Those people are awesome super friendly fast honest and very reasonable price even if I came walk-in and alone as an Asian female. No fake reviews like the most of other places has. Solid business. I love the professionalism. Did my overdue oil change too and it was decent price too. Thank God this place is right by my house. Highly recommend this place.

Mary Sylvester

★★★★★

3 months ago

I was recommended here by a good friend. I won't go anywhere else to get my Honda CRV serviced! It's the best in quality repairs, maintenance and friendliness, thanks to Michael and the team of workers.

Anthony Leon

★☆☆☆☆

3 months ago

Walked up to some guy asked him if I could speak to somebody about getting some work done. Look at me like if I was crazy like if I walked into a candy shop asking for tires. Also, you need an appointment that's a huge zero.

Garry Kepes

★★★★★

4 months ago

Trustworthy! Very good mechanics and nice people. Nice waiting room. Parking can be tough.

Ty Raygoza

★★★★★

a month ago

Used to be nervous about mechanics when I got my first car, a 2001 Mazda Protege. Tried out a few different people until I found Harbor Auto. They've treated me great, explained everything to me even when I didn't know much about cars! Have been going for about 5 years now, will continue to do so! Car still up and running and I plan to keep it around as long as I can! Only concern is how busy they get, but can't blame them for that. Call ahead or drop off early in the morning, or be prepared for a day without your car, worth it though!

Michelle Long

★★★★★

a month ago

This review is for the the girlies who don't know much about cars. Every time I take my car somewhere to get worked on, I feel like they're speaking to me in a completely different language. Failed head gasket? mmmmk. Water pumps broken? don't know what that means. Catalytic converter's doin something wrong. I guess fix it? All of this comes together to makes me a great candidate to rip off. HOWEVER, Harbor Auto has been the only place where I don't have that fear. Michael is straight forward and honest and seems like he genuinely wants to do the work with integrity at the best price possible. All this to say, this girlie feels thankful to have found a shop she can trust.

Shannon Kempenich

★★★★★

a month ago

I called 15 different shops before taking it here. I had all 4 of my brakes replaced and serpentine belt replaced. I decided on this place because it was: A. Even though they were busy, they were easy to get in to, I called them and they got me in the very next day (even though they said they could fit me in the same day still). B. Down to earth - Mike was really easy to talk to, friendly & relatable - he answered any and all questions I had. C. I trusted my car with them, and I’m glad I did. He’s a problem solver and truly wants to help. 

He got me in the very same day I needed help. He went above and beyond, taking a ride with me to identify the problem (sounds) I was hearing and wanted to be looked at. If you want to be treated fairly, not have to worry about your issues, and you’re wondering where to take your car stop wondering and just take it to these guys -> Michael will take care of you. Mike must get sick and tired of hearing “you’re the best” all the time because he truly is. I would not hesitate to go back.