About Business
For professional Car Repair care in Santa Barbara, CA, Santa Barbara, look no further than Ian's Tire & Auto Repair. Their team excels at delivering top-tier results for Auto repair shop, Brake shop, Tire shop and related Car Repair needs. Their customer-centric approach has earned them a 4.7/5 rating based on 151 pieces of feedback. They have become an integral part of the Santa Barbara, CA community, known for their dedication to excellence in the local Car Repair sector. For those looking for the best Car Repair experience in Santa Barbara, Ian's Tire & Auto Repair is ready to assist with your next project or repair.
Google Reviews
Mark Britton
★★
☆☆☆
2 months ago
Charged 50% more at check out than was quoted over the phone to install two tires and had to wait 25 minutes for my car to even be started on for my appointment. Have had a positive experience in the past but not this time.
Candy Hernandez
★★★★★
2 months ago
I have been coming to Ian's on and off for a few years now and I got to say that their service is great. A special shout out to Fernando for always being so helpful.
Khaliyl N. Lane
★★★★★
a year ago
Fantastic service and speedy execution. Couldn't recommend Ian's shop more highly. I had my First Gen Tacoma towed there after a scary ball joint failure on the Chumash highway and they took great care of me -- restoring the front end in less than 72 hours. Also, Eric (one of the mechanics) might be the nicest person on the planet.
David Nelley
★★★★★
a year ago
Great guys, fantastic price and easily fit me in at short notice. Waaaaaay cheaper than Tesla to repair a flat and no…I didn’t ask for an oil change on my Tesla!😂
Bruce Cheng
★★★★★
8 years ago
They're really nice!! My rental car showed tire low, I drove here and got free check & free inflate & free washer fluid, this is one of the best experience in usa. Thank u guys!
Judith Gainor
★★★★★
4 months ago
I restore old cars and have odd tire requests. Ian and Co never fail me Dr. Gainor
Cody Brown
★★★★★
a year ago
I’ve taken my cars to Ian’s a few times throughout the years, and they are always top notch. They do quality work, are incredibly nice, and transparent. I walk away every time appreciative every time. Definitely recommend them!
D Private
★★★★★
a year ago
Blessed to do business with Ian's (and now Erik) for almost 30 years! Outside of being ultimate professionals, you can't put a value on their integrity, service and friendliness. This is how the local business (dying breed) should to be done! Do yourself a favor and do not look for another place to do your tires. God bless!
Corinne Pabian
★★★★★
2 years ago
Eric at Ian’s exceeded my expectations. As someone who doesn’t know much about cars, it was so helpful to speak with someone so knowledgeable and patient. They took such great care of my car; gave me an extremely fair price on an oil change + tire rotation + they balanced my tires. Will not be going to any other auto shops after my experience at Ian’s! They’ve won my business on all the car things!
Ronit Corry
★★★★★
11 months ago
They were absolutely wonderful, found things that my last mechanic didn’t, the price was less than my last mechanic, and they drove me home. I’ll be using them again!
J W
★★★★★
Edited 2 years ago
Needed new tires for my Eclipse and some folks I help recommended Ian's Tire & Auto Repair. So I went there two days ago in the heavy rain, and the entire experience was great and I learned a few things. Ali at the counter greeted me with a smile, and exuded excellent customer service throughout the entire process. Eric the manager is polished and took the time to ride with me to ensure my tires were balanced correctly... An employee at Costco Tire even recommended Ian's Tire & Auto Repair, which pretty much sold me on them; And so, I'm recommending them to YOU, if you ever need tires or auto work done.
Kim Miller
★★★★★
6 years ago
The young man who helped me was sharp, efficient, and thorough. He spotted a small nail in my tire that I hadn't seen and took care of it with great efficiency. This is a very reliable company for excellent service. Eric, the manager or owner, is very nice and attentive to my questions. I highly recommend them, I've been going there for 20 years.
Beck Ramsey
★★★★★
2 years ago
Called to make an appointment and they were able to fit me in on the same day. Cool dudes working there, fair prices, work was fast and quality. $110 to mount and balance the set of tires I brought in on my '99 miata. WAY better experience than I've previously had at other local tire shops.
Rachel Sarah Thurston
★★★★★
3 years ago
Ian's Tire is my go-to place whenever I am having any car issues...be it with my tires, brakes, or anything else. Eric and his staff are honest, hard working, and if they aren't able to help with the specific issue, they refer me to the right place. I've also loved the two sets of tires I've bought with them over the years which have lasted many years beyond the warranty. My newest set of tires make it feel like I'm driving a new car! Hat's off to these guys as well for always giving me the best prices they can. I can't recommend them highly enough!
James
★★★★★
a year ago
Great place to buy EV tires and other services including Tesla front underbody skid plate to protect battery cooling hoses from road hazards such as rocks! Ian’s staff installed my Mountain Performance aluminum skid plate so we can drive on dirt and gravel roads to mountain trailheads Thanks for your great work guys.
Madison Cuneo
★★★★★
6 years ago
I took my car into Ian's for the first time and I had a great experience. Although they weren't equipped to fix my particular issue, they diagnosed it for free and recommended me to a mechanic who could help. Both staff members I interacted with were polite, helpful, and honest even though they didn't make a dime by helping me out. I would definitely return.
Andrew Yorkey
★★★★
☆
Edited 4 years ago
Updated 6/22/2021: I had a water pump go out in my car the day after I went in for an oil change (It is not their fault, just happens to be a coincidence) They got me in when I cam back from a vacation and let me know how long It could be for them to look at it. After they looked at the problem they said they do not fix water pumps, but referred me to a mechanic that does. To me, I felt they hear my concern and incorporated it to communicate with their customer, and I had a great experience this time around! Came here for a 2:00pm reservation for oil change and Tire Rotation, with their website saying " Award for Best Quick Oil Change in 2020", and I estimated it would take an hour to hour and half max for the oil change if they were busy, but it ended up taking 2 hours and 15 minutes of me sitting there. I was not told or notified it could take this long and their website did not say it would take this long. After Talking with the owner, he said they plan for oil changes to take a maximum of 2 and a half hours. If I knew this, I would have arranged a ride ( but I feel also unnecessary if you make a reservation). I am a bit irritated that this was not communicated either by them or their website when I made the reservation or during the entire time I was there. The owner was understanding and listened, and I got the oil change and tire rotation done, and it looked like it was done well.
David Medina
★★★★★
3 years ago
Awesome bartenders Nikki and Annie got to love them I’m happy and so I love my nieces and nephew
Ashley
★★★★★
9 years ago
I come here all the time for tires, alignment, etc. They are fairly priced and try to give as many deals as possible on tires and services. They're the type of business who will give you the coupon price without even asking much less having the actual coupon. Always get me in and out quick with superb customer service. Could not recommend stronger; these guys are awesome 😊
Marta Rueda
★★★★★
7 months ago
The service is fast, the employees are the best, friendly and respectful,I will return and recomend this place to my family and friends
