The Grease Monkey Santa Barbara c.a

Gary Farrall

★★★★★

6 years ago

If you want good quality honest work in timely manner look no further!! John is the best Machinic in the area and will get the job done, get you back on the road without breaking your wallet!! A++

Paul “Da Dude”

★★★★★

2 years ago

It's Plain and Simple "There is No Better Mechanic in Town!" If it were not for John's meticulous attention to detail, my 528i would not be what it is today! Thanks for everything you do John! Da Dude Abides...

Mark Del Campo

★★★★★

6 years ago

I started using John at Grease Monkey 4 years ago, and since my first experience with him. I have been highly satisfied with his honesty and good work, that he is my go to since then. -Matt Del Campo “Del Campo Plastering”

Jesse Jones

★★★★★

5 years ago

Got an oil change here. Would highly recommend. Fair price, extremely quick service, and John is a very stand up guy. Paid in cash and he didn’t have exact change so gave me $5 extra back. Very happy with this experience.

Rive RiosLopez

★★★★★

2 years ago

John is a top notch mechanic and is extremely reasonable and honest with his work and prices. His shop was recommended to me by a friend about a year ago and I do now highly recommend The Grease Monkey to others.

Richard Henry

★★★★★

6 years ago

Great service, affordable pricing, very knowledgeable on all automotive issues. John has always been my go to mechanic since a friend referred me to John 5 years ago. Nothing too big or too small. 5 stars all the way. Tell a friend and share the news !

Nadia Skidanov

★★★★★

2 years ago

John is a great guy. I had a car that ended up being a total lemon, but John was very patient with it and me and always helped me out. He showed a lot of integrity with me; I’m so thankful I found this shop :) thank you John!

Blake Parsons

★★★★★

2 years ago

John is the best mechanic I've ever known. Before I started taking my my cars to The Grease Monkey I would dread taking them in. Now, no worries!!! It's a relief to know they are in good hands.

E.G.G. Gallery

★★★★★

6 years ago

There is no better shop in town to take your car to. My Honda has 248,000 miles on it and it's because of John at The Grease Monkey. I have tried several other shops in town and I never really felt they were being honest with me. John has told me what I need to do, what can wait. Saves me so much stress! On an old 64" Ford we had in the family, he kept it running like a champ until we sold it. The new owners are bummed they don't live in town to have John as their mechanic. John works on my daughters old '78 truck now and I trust the work. Hands down the BEST shop in town for your car. Old school, honest mechanic.

Ryan Colket

★★★★★

5 years ago

This place was recommended by a friend who had an awesome experience here. As did I! I took my car in when my check engine light came on, and it was making some odd noises. John inspected it at no charge, (he added a dye to see where the leak was coming from in my engine). The other mechanic I took it to told me they would have to start from the top down, fixing one part at a time until they found the culprit...unnecessary and costly! John gave me an estimate, and it ended up being half of what he expected because the timing chain was actually in good shape. He didn’t unnecessarily fix things, was completely honest. He even went as far as taking blue paint off of the side from from when I sideswiped a parking curb five years ago. AND suctioned out a dent that had been there for about seven years. Didn’t ask him to do this. No charge! It was like having my brother back in town to help me out...except John was happy to do it, and it was ready in no time. Super cool guy who loves what he does and just wants to help people. 10 stars!! Oh and don’t think you filling up my washer fluid went unnoticed either.

Kelly Beverly, DVM

★★★★★

6 years ago

I was referred to John by someone that has used him for years. He really helped me out last minute. He is very knowledgeable and efficient. John repaired my AC for pennies on the dollar (quoted $1000 from a different mechanic for a completely new compressor). He did a couple other services/repairs on the spot. Another bonus is his great location right next to State St. downtown. Makes waiting for your car a pleasant afternoon. Highly recommend.

Mederic Didierlaurent

★★★★★

7 years ago

John is an incredible mechanic. I bought an older Dodge Ram 1500 from 1998 and discovered that I had a leak in the rear main seal of my transmission and another leak on the oil pan gasket. Previous mechanics gave me estimate that were completely out of budget for me. I discovered John by chance, a girl from an auto part store referred him to me when I told her about the issues on my truck. When I went to see John and told him about the issue, he went right away under my truck and told me I had two leaks. Most mechanics will charge you just to find what’s the problem is but John didn’t. Not only he didn’t but on top of it his estimate was a much better deal than my previous mechanic…!! He fixed both leaks in only 3 hours. When I got back I also really appreciated that he showed me the old gaskets and explained me what he did! I have since used his services to do other repairs on my car and referred him to friends. I cannot recommend him enough! Go there and he will be your mechanic for life!

Andy Toohey

★★★★★

2 years ago

John is awesome!! He has helped my wife and I out so many times from minor tune ups to emergency repairs and we are SO thankful. We have a 1969 VW magic bus, 2002 Toyota Tacoma & 1998 Isuzu Trooper and he can do it all. If you looking for a very honest, super knowledgeable and very fair priced mechanic John at the Grease Monkey is the man! Thanks John :)

john smith

★★★★★

4 years ago

John is the man when it comes to custom 4x4 expedition vehicles. Not only did he do the electrical and suspension, he also installed the turbo and intercooler system. He has time and time again helped me with this highly custom build. If you have a custom project and you want it done right, John is your man.

Bea Furnishings

★★★★★

2 years ago

I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS SHOP!!! John and his staff are extremely professional and MAJORLY EXPERIENCED. John's "get it taken care of" demeanor is plain to see, and he's truly honest and very fair in regards to what he charges. He took care of my BABY and I'll surely be back again! Do not hesitate to try John aka THE GREASE MONKEY

Frank

★★★★★

a month ago

John is one of the last honest mechanics remaining in town. His prices are very fair and diagnoses any problem well and in no time my sister's car is fixed and on her way. I highly recommend John and his qualified mechanics.

Deanna Console

★★★★★

a month ago

No need to call any other shop. The Grease Monkey is by far the best auto repair service experience I have had in years. While out of town for a work trip, I was able to contact them on my first call, be seen immediately, offered a quick and honest solution, and sent on my way in far better shape than I had expected. They are beyond fair, full of integrity, quick to assist, and extremely kind to boot. Thank you John and The Grease Monkey team for everything!!