Santa Teresa Chevron Auto Repair

Arvin

★☆☆☆☆

6 years ago

I never usually write reviews but i brought my car in for a smog test (I bought it from the dealership 2 years ago) and it came with an aftermarket air intake (which IS CARB certified) and the man inspecting it failed it on visual, and even though i argued that it was carb certified regardless of not having an air box he wouldn't budge. So i went home and called the manufacturer of the intake and they said it's totally fine for Cali smog tests and is 100% carb certified and they sent me an executive order for it as well and he didn't even read and didnt budge. Went to 2 places star certified smog tests after and both spots said there's nothing wrong with is when they looked at the CARB sticker and the paperwork for it. I do not recommend going here for car related test and services..Horrible experience

Nikko Wright

★☆☆☆☆

2 years ago

Dont go here for SMOG. I called, got a "qoute" for my vehicle, when I get there they said, "oh that will cost more". Not only that, they dont do free retests where as most place do. Plenty of other options within 2-3 miles. Go elsewhere.

Bella S

★☆☆☆☆

9 years ago

Just went to get my battery swapped for a new one i just bought (paid $110.) For a new battery at the autoparts, this guy wanted to charge me $90. Just to do a swap, what a damb joke!!! Went across the street to 76 gas station and the mechanic charged me $20. Recommend everyone to go across the street

Bruce Tritch

★☆☆☆☆

8 years ago

This was several years back, but it still burns me. One day, both my wife and I both filled up at this station within a few minutes of each other. We both had car trouble later that day. We took our cars to separate repair facilities. Both of our cars had clogged fuel filters. The gas we got was dirty. I mentioned this to a mechanic at the station, and he vigorously denied any wrongdoing. But I could tell this wasn't the first time this complaint had been made.

Justin Link

★☆☆☆☆

10 years ago

Bought a used car from the owner "Dave", which is his middle name by the way. I would have bought the car even if he told me the real problems with it. He claimed to have owned it and driven it for months with no problems. That's impossible because days later there were issues with it and multiple things that any good mechanic would have noticed and fixed for the 5 minutes and 10 dollars it would have taken them. They also claimed to have done an oil change and fluid check right before, but those were all done poorly and even not tightening caps properly. I would never feel comfortable taking my car in to this place for service. I still love the car and feel it was still a semi fair price, but I wish I was given that info ahead of time and not lied to about all the problems it had. I still would have bought it. But if I had to buy another from him, I wouldnt trust him now enough to buy another.

Corey Lemonier

★★★★★

3 years ago

Had a shell 1970 Chevy Camaro that Dave helped me put together. Love seeing that process and learning about everything that goes into building a car. The service has always been friendly and I would refer all my friends with car issues to this Chevron.

Stacie Pulido

★★★☆☆

6 years ago

You can find out a better price for gas. however they're honest about ther cost as advertise

layla mchale

★★★★★

5 years ago

We take all of our family cars here for service—from high end cars to our kids cars. Dave the owner is honest and helpful with options on what to do with our cars depending on the issues we are having. Also love that I can drop off and pick up the cars during the gas station hours vs regular car service hours.

Richard Doucette

★★★★★

3 years ago

Thanks to Dave and Corey for getting my 1970 Camaro back on the road. I have a ton of after market parts on this car it's hard to find a shop that even knows what a carburetor is any more let alone will touch an "updated" classic for a reasonable price. The highest recommendation for these guys, they can fix what you need fixing. Very easy to work with. Didn't nickel and dime me.. just made it right. I will definitely be coming back for future projects...

Peter Andrews

★★★★★

3 months ago

Good quality work, honest people, excellent service 👍 👍

Brandy T

★★★★★

4 years ago

My go to for smog check. I called at 8am to book an appointment and 30 minutes later I had a pass and on my way home. Very kind and friendly front mechanic. I can’t say enough good things about these guys. Price $80 but you definitely get what you pay for. Fast friendly service.

nivk finest

★★★★★

5 months ago

Went in for tire repair. Very nice and fast. Thank you!

Tony Chavez

★☆☆☆☆

a year ago

Not recommended for smogs. They are not willing to check if all the modules are set before doing the smog, this literally takes 1 min. They said if it fails for whatever reason even if is for the modules not being set you pay full price and there is not free re-test. They went from friendly to not friendly when I decided not to do it. Bad customer service.

Gonzalo Mireles

★★★★★

a year ago

"Hands down the best gas station and mechanic shop combo I've ever visited! The fuel prices are always competitive, and the convenience of having a mechanic shop right on-site is a total game changer. I had a tire issue while filling up, and the mechanic was quick to help me out. They were professional, courteous, and didn't try to upsell me unnecessary services. The repair was done promptly and at a very fair price. I’m so impressed with the level of service here—whether you need gas or a quick fix for your car, this place has it all. Highly recommend!"

Karen zuniga

★☆☆☆☆

a year ago

Worst shop I’ve ever encountered. Charged 2x for a brake inspection! Over 100.00 each time. Please watch out for this shop and think twice before you get your car fixed or inspected. They will take advantage and find excuses so they can charge you more and more and more………… All shops have that intension to ensure the safety of the vehicles you are servicing or inspecting. The difference is that you are doing business with the intention of taking advantage of your customers. I went to another shop and the inspections passed with flying colors. The Better Business Bureau need to know how you operate your business - that is without honesty and integrity.

Lawrence Houle

★★☆☆☆

4 months ago

Not only was the $249 inspection hefty but the vehicle was failed for $350 repairs - repairs done by them. If I left to repair the car on my own I would have to pay $249 again for retest. What a conflict of interest.

Brian Verbaken

★★★★★

3 months ago

I’ve done multiple smog checks here. They do it quick and easy, it was $70 for my 2012 sedan. They also do free retests within 2 weeks