Ka-Pa Tire & Auto Services

Jon Beckham

★★★★★

7 months ago

I have been taking my car to Ka-Pa for years and John is always incredibly helpful. He is happy to discuss trade-offs, ways to save a bit of money but keep your car safe and well-maintained, and he's even referred me to another shop when Ka-Pa wasn't the right folks to do what I needed. If you need a trustworthy and capable mechanic in SF, call Ka-Pa.

Temirlan Moldorozov

★☆☆☆☆

a year ago

I had an extremely disappointing experience with this shop. We had a deal and a set appointment. I brought my car in as scheduled, expecting the repair to go smoothly. Instead, I was told they didn’t have the part they had confirmed yesterday would be available. They then told me they had a “compatible” part, but it was $100 more than our original agreement. I reluctantly agreed and left my car, only to get a call two hours later saying that the part they had promised that morning was also out of stock. They then tried to upsell me the original part—at double the initial price we discussed. At that point, I had enough and just picked up my car without getting anything done. This level of disorganization and bait-and-switch tactics is completely unacceptable. I won’t be coming back, and I definitely wouldn’t recommend this shop to anyone.

Angela Wight

★★★★★

3 years ago

Highly professional and knowledgeable. John did a really excellent job fixing some errors made by a prior mechanic and making our vehicle safer and more reliable. Prices were very fair as well. I will definitely trust him with my future car maintenance and repair needs.

George Tong

★★★★★

a year ago

Fantastic experience. Every worker I interacted with there is super patient, polite, and friendly. The person who runs the front desk helped me hunt down the proper lug nuts at a nearby o reilly's when I accidentally showed up without them for a rim swap

Chelsea Wong

★★★★★

3 years ago

I echo all the other 5-star reviews on here. John is the best mechanic: fair prices, great work and I know I will always get an honest assessment.. John got my old Jeep running better than it's ever run before. I can't recommend them highly enough. He turns a stressful situation into something positive and I always feel good about taking my car here. Thanks John!

Brandon Tate

★★★★★

3 years ago

Fair, honest, and kind! Everything you should want when working with a mechanic. We've moved all over the U.S. needing mechanics in most cities we visit, and John is definitely one of the best guys we've worked with! He takes time to explain and show you what actually needs repaired and why. His prices are good and his team works fast to get our cars in and out usually in the same day.

Lucas Juen

★★★★★

7 years ago

Probably one of the best trustful and reasonable auto shop in SF. John, especially is very much reasonable and believable mechanic I've ever seen, and their service is quick and very much reasonable price. I won't hesitate to use their service over and over again. Even thought i didn't ask, he always shows all works he has done to my car, and respectfully he explains what he exactly did, which is amazing for the customer. Suprisingly, price wise, they are very reasonable especially pretty much elsewhere asks at least 20-80 bucks more, and John never did. I really respect his business and enjoy service.

Randy Appleyard

★★★★★

a year ago

Great fast service. John diagnosed the problem quick and accurately and had my car repaired on the road same day at a good price. Definitely recommend for auto service needs

Marisol Ramirez

★★★★★

2 years ago

Ka-Pa always has the friendliness service ant the best prices. No guys ripping you off. John is kind and professional. I do not take my car any other place and recommend Ka-Pa to all of my friends. Bring your car here! You will not regret it :)

Nikhil Ramakrishnan

★★★★★

3 years ago

A great shop. I first came to get my tires changed after buying a used car and all the tread was gone. I then got a nail in my tire and came to fix it. I ended up changing all my tires to a great value set of grippy tires for nearly half what I'd pay for it anywhere else. My girlfriend busted a tire and soon found herself here after I recommended it, since which this shop has been her go-to. Fair prices, honest work and quick turnaround. I hate the dealer mechanic horror stories... honest auto shops all day for me. You won't regret getting your work done here.

Peter Breslin

★★★★★

2 years ago

John is the best. You know that sinking feeling you get when you leave your car into a mechanic! not with John! Great guy! Honest does great work! I Trust him,.......Peter B

Sam Wight

★★★★★

3 years ago

They were really helpful, worked quickly, and the price was fair. Didn't attempt to upsell anything and were communicative to boot. My van was too large to get on their lifts, but they were still willing to drive it around the block with me, diagnose the problem with my tires and get it fixed same day. Can't ask much more than that! Thanks Ka-Pa!

Claire Stamborski

★★★★★

5 years ago

John has come highly recommended numerous times. I could not have had a better experience with John and his team. Honest, upfront, good pricing. Instead of trying to sell an unnecessary fix, he tells you what is and is not urgent. Recommended to everyone!

sawhittet0454

★★★★★

6 years ago

John and his crew are the very, very best. Honest, quick, and flexible. Willing to explain things, give you options, and do great work. I found Ka-Pa years ago when a tow driver recommended him and I lived nearby. I’ve moved far across the city since, but getting the good deals, great work, and solid communication at Ka-Pa has made it worth sticking with then.

BROWNEYEZ 420

★★★★★

4 years ago

This place is awesome!!! The guys here are very nice and quick. In and out in no time at all. They fix your tire/tires soon as you come inside. They have alot of staff on hand to keep it moving. The prices for a used tire are great!! They only take cash no cards just a heads up. I truly prefer them compared to the spot at the end of Palou tire shop. If you need a good used tire this is your place to be. Very professional staff. 👏 👌

D.J. Siegman

★★★★★

6 years ago

John and his team were up front, efficient, honest and really pleasant to deal with. My truck needed a new head gasket—a big job and very labor intensive. I got it back within a week and it’s running like new at 146k miles.

h Fuentes

★★★★★

4 years ago

I been coming to this place since 2012 the owner John being honest and reasonable price and really honest with customers. All I can say is thanks for being a good mechanic!! I wish the best to you