About Business
For professional Car Repair care in Costa Mesa, CA, Santa Ana, look no further than South Coast Auto Clinic. Their team excels at delivering top-tier results for Auto repair shop and related Car Repair needs. Their customer-centric approach has earned them a 4.8/5 rating based on 79 pieces of feedback. They have become an integral part of the Costa Mesa, 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 Ana, South Coast Auto Clinic is ready to assist with your next project or repair.
Google Reviews
Mayra Ceja
★★★★★
a year ago
Sal thank you for making my experience a good one . This will be my go to place for my vehicles . Thank you Sam for fast and reliable service.
john cecil
★★★★★
6 months ago
This is my go to for all my auto service needs and has been for years. Honest / trustworthy guys.......Highly Recommend
wherez714
★
☆☆☆☆
a year ago
straight up lied to me over the phone. I called ahead of time to make sure I could get a free inspection/diagnosis and they said "yes it will be free". I drive 20 miles here because of how good they apparently are and they tell me I have to pay $75 for the inspection. Make sure you are very clear with what you are asking before you come here.
Darran Jones
★★★★★
5 years ago
Been going to South Coast Auto for many years. They are honest, hard working and reliable. They will tell you what needs to be done ASAP and what can wait so you can budget for it. Over the years we have brought over 10 cars that the family has owned and they have always done a great job. Had an Audi TT that they worked on many times. There was one time that they could not work on it properly due to needing a specialized tool. They told me that up front and recommended a shop that they knew and trusted. But I appreciate that they were honest and didn't take on something that they couldn't do correctly. True professionals. Can't recommend them enough. Have sent several friends and colleagues to them and they have all had the same experience
Salinas Chiropractic
★★★★★
8 years ago
Our daughter took in her vehicle for a second opinion. All I can say is "wow". Not only did they beat dealership pricing but were straight forward with what needed repaired and took care of everything the same day. If anyone is looking for an honest trustworthy auto shop, look no further. This is the place to go. From minor maintenance to major repair, the team at South Coast Auto clinic will take care of your automotive needs. We are extremely happy with their service and will continue to use their services from now on. Thanks again for service well done.
Juan Flores
★★★★
☆
4 years ago
I trust this place with my car, been going to them for oil changes and even more intense car work. Always informative, honest and helpful. They've never tried to upsell me. They do a pretty good job at holding their completion promise. Just wish they would follow up on some additional work my car needed, they said they would but still haven't. Not a huge deal because I can always call them.
Montgomery “Travicon” Travis
★★★★★
3 years ago
This place is one of those shop you wish you would have heard of years ago because they would have saved you a ton of money that one time . You know when the mechanic took you for a ride on the baloney bus. Seriously tho super honest help me take four lock nuts of my truck because I lost the key. For free. Two other places quotes 100. And 175. And said I had to maybe replace the whatever. Jay is a great dude and super friendly and help. Thanks guys till next time. I know there will be
Elmer Bautista
★★★★★
Edited 7 years ago
So far so good. I just dropped off my Honda CR-V to be checked for starting issue. I will make a review update soon. *Update* Keeping that 5 stars for sure! Sam was very friendly and helpful. I will definitely keep them in mind the next time I need fixin'. Everyone are very courteous, pro, and easy to deal with.
Austin Jones
★★★★★
8 years ago
Have never had better auto service. My dad, mom, brother, sister, and all of our significant others will bring our cars to South Coast. These guys are professional, courteous, reasonable, and will always be honest with you and your vehicle. If you've struggled to find a good and decent mechanic that will not overcharge you for what you are looking for, these guys are it. South Coast, THANK YOU for all the great vehicle service you've provided me and my family over the years. Couldn't be happier, will always bring my car here.
Lee Roth
★★★★★
6 months ago
My fiancé’s family has used them for years!! Always fair, honest and spot on repairs!!!
Karen Lampe
★★★★★
10 years ago
Excellent! They do just what you need, advise you of upcoming service needs, and they don't overcharge you. We've been going there for several years with a 13-y.o. Ford and 2-y.o. Hyundai. I've seen many other makes/mods there. They are knowledgeable, courteous, clean, and friendly. They offer free rides back to work/home after you drop off your car. No negatives. It's hard to find a good car mechanic that has all this... South Coast is a keeper!
Jorge Tomas
★★★★★
3 years ago
They take care of you. We had a water pump replacement last year that ended up leaking after a few months. We took it back in, and they warrantied the part and replaced it at no cost. Their prices are really good and they do great work!
Brian Clark
★★★★★
8 years ago
Honest and competent, these guys have been doing great work on our cars for years. If you are looking a trustworthy shop for your vehicle maintenance, you just found it. I especially like that they put themselves in their customer's shoes, and will make suggestions on what work should be prioritized if budgets are tight, and what work can safely wait until your wallet has been replenished. If you're procrastinating taking your car for that oil change because you're worried about "what else they might find", or whether you might get stuck with a bill for some trumped-up work, just do you and your car a favor and come here.
Steve Camacho
★★★★★
Edited 2 years ago
South Coast Auto Clinic is my go to for all jobs that I can't tackle myself. Being a home mechanic means I'm skeptical of most major repair shops and especially dealers. I trust these guys with every one of my cars. On top of that, I have referred everyone in my family to take their cars there and they have come through every time with flying colors. They know what their doing and do not over sell you on things that don't need to be done. Don't get me wrong, they let you know of the "must do's" "will likely need to be done soon's" and the "need to consider planning on doing in the future's". I have referred so many people here that I pretty much am an outside sales person for them! 🤣
Michael Benner
★★★★★
Edited 6 years ago
My dad has been bringing his vehicles here for probably 20+years. And I have been doing the same since I bought my first car. They've never made a disingenuous recommendation. Service is first come, first serve though, so sometimes you've gotta work things into your schedule.
Van Ammara
★★★★★
10 years ago
I've been taking my BMW and LEXUS to get services and repaired here for the last 4-5 years. Excellent customer's services, professional and friendly. Sam, Sal and the rest of the gang are almost on points...and price wise, they only charged me a fraction of the dealers would, even with the factory parts. These guys are awesome.
Shawn Youn
★★★★★
3 years ago
This shop is The Most Honest auto Repair shop I have ever experienced. Windshield light was on and it did not spray. I thought the windshield pump was broken, so the spray did not come out. After the inspection, the owner told me that it was simply clogged. He just charged me $4.95. Wow! Many other shops would have asked to replace the pump.
Feng Chao
★
☆☆☆☆
8 years ago
My car could not start and they changed the initiator for my car and it works fine. However, they also told me to change two other components. I know that my car has a smoking problem when started and the smoke will be gone within 2 min. They told me that it is because of a rubber pipe which connected to the engine. I asked the person there whether they are confident or not. The person answered "Yes". I was happy and asked them to changed it, which costs about 160 dollars. However, the smoking problem is still there. They did not fix it. SO BE CAREFUL WHEN THEY ASK YOU TO CHANGE SOMETHING!!!
Matthew Esguerra
★★★★★
3 years ago
I have brought my car here for many years. Recently, I asked them to do a general inspection. There was nothing urgent that needed fixing, so they just topped off some fluids and handed me the keys without charging me anything. Such honest mechanics.
Quinton Dickens
★★★★★
4 years ago
Sal and his team are the best! I've been going to South Coast Auto Clinic for over 10 years with a couple of cars. They never upsell and will let you know what needs to be services when the time comes. Friendly and stand up group of mechanics that I will always go to!
