Valley Automotive Center

Kate Ceronsky

★★★★★

10 months ago

Thank you, Alfonso, for the great service on our way passing through town!

Kelly McDermott

★★★★★

6 years ago

Check engine light came on mid cross country move, called in, he waited to take lunch till he saw us. Not only did he check out what the computer was trying to tell us, he explained what dangers to look for in our situation and made sure we were feeling safe

Susan Urness

★★★★★

12 years ago

Have been there several times. This is a small shop with very experienced mechanics. Alfonso and Junior are really great, and they do excellent work at very fair prices.

Joe Walck

★★★★★

12 years ago

Saturday afternoon...snow storm...I limped into Yakima from Walla Walla, fuel pump dying on my 77 MGB. I was stranded for the weekend, but first thing Monday I called Valley Automotive Center. Junior talked to me on the phone, assuring me they could help me, I limp-dropped off the car. Senior Alfonso called me to double check the symptoms of the cars problem. He checked the distributor to ensure it wasn't a spark problem, then checked the fuel pump pressure, which was less than 1/3 of required pressure. He found the part (an English fuel pump in Yakima!!) and had it installed that evening. Due to SNOW and ICE, he was not able to test drive until the next day, which he did to ensure my trip over the pass would be safe. THANK YOU Sr. & Jr., you got me on the road to Whidbey Island in a SAFE car...and it ran great the rest of the trip. I would say the price was very fair for the work they did...very fair.

Lisa Wallace

★★★★★

7 years ago

When I was a child my parents were always customers of Alfonso since he first opened in Terrace Heights many years ago. Now my own family is also long time customers of Valley Automotive. The Botello's (Alfonso Sr and Jr.) are the type of people you want to do business with; honest, dependable and deeply rooted and committed to the community. I strongly recommend Valley Automotive where you can be assured that your car will be taken care of in the most competent and honest way.

Dorotheann Autrey

★★★★★

5 years ago

This is the best automotive shop for me! They were very therol with my rig! They are very cordurous and respectful. They also have done all the work on our Mustang and Ranger. Never had any problems after they fixed any of vechiale's. Thank you so very much for all your hard work!

colossus of rhodes

★★★★★

8 years ago

Absolutely the best car repair shop in Yakima, hands down. Honest, fast and unbelievably fair pricing, I'm glad I took my car there. If I ever have any future issues these guys will be the first folks I call. Recommended 👍🏽

Jeff Greenaway

★★★★★

6 years ago

Had a major cooling system leak while traveling. Came into Valley Automotive Center, they insisted on giving me a ride to my client (I was going to do Lyft). Got a call from Alphonso the next business day saying it was ready to go. I was expecting several days at least since parts can be hard to get for my older Land Rover. Very fair price, excellent customer service, and very nice people! Will be recommending them to anyone needing automotive service in the Yakima area.

Thalia Bataz

★★★★★

5 years ago

This is the best place to get your car fixed! They have a shuttle service, and they took me and my three kids all the way home after I took in my 1997 Toyota Camry. My car was making all kinds of noises, from clunking to humming, it sounded like all the bolts were coming out of the car. They finish fixing up my car, and they even dropped it off at my work. My car had no more noises, it feels and drives like a brand new car. The mechanics are awesome, and they explain to you everything. Valley Automotive Center is reliable, and trustworthy. You will not regret ever going to their shop, it will be the best thing you have ever done.

Kristi Morrison

★★★★★

3 years ago

Just moved to Yakima so my wife could attend PNWU. I feel lucky to have found an honest mechanic. They have replaced my brake pads, spark plugs and oil. They have the best customer service, price, and quality work that I have found in the area. They are also the closest auto repair shop to school, and will even offer a shuttle service, which is incredibly convenient. Highly recommend these guys to students who may need any mechanical repairs.

Vincent Consolo

★★★★★

2 years ago

Alphonso Sr. and Jr. are really salt of the earth hard working folks . They always ask if you need a ride home , or , to where ever . They service new and older cars , especially my 86 Chrysler Fifth Ave , and my mom's extra car , a 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan . Always fast and honest service you can trust , and very friendly! 🙂🇺🇸

Lisa Freeman

★★★★★

5 years ago

Recommend by a close friend. Replaced the air conditioner blower on my 2009 chevy Silverado. Best customer service that I have ever had with a business. Father and son business. Great service! Friendly, reliable, helpful and great prices. They had my truck fixed and ready for pickup in just 2 hrs. I plan to return for all of my automotive needs.

Pozzy Thump

★★★★★

a year ago

Sure, you can go to a franchise shop to save a nickel or two. But do you have faith in your vehicle to get there? THIS IS THE PLACE that you can depend on, that determines whether you're on the road to your destination, or the road to ruin. This is also a place where they aren't trying to talk you into replacing a ton of broken things which your vehicle has no symptoms of needing to be repaired, especially after you've already paid. Or, giving up on the vehicle you are having fixed, and buying a new one. My car has body damage, but runs smoother now than most cars in Yakima. Might I also add that they are not indignant to you, or trying to act superior. They don't treat you like you are at their mercy. So... why go anywhere else?

cameron draney

★★★★★

a year ago

Man, I cannot thank these guys enough. I was 2 hours into a 12 hour drive home, just starting up the hills into Yakima when one of the cylinders on my car started to misfire. I limped it into town and to this place. They were super busy but they took mercy on me and my situation and got me back on the road within an hour. They were an absolute pleasure to work with and were very reasonable with me in my moment of high stress and anxiety. Awesome guys!

Delaney Hornby

★★★★★

Edited 2 months ago

Valley Auto is the best! Fair prices, honest, never charge for unnecessary things. Very thorough, but fast. Amazing work ethic and can pretty much work on anything!

Carpe Vitae

★★★★★

11 months ago

These guys were the only shop to get my family in extremely last minute when a wheel bearing started breaking down on a trip from Spokane. Very friendly and professional, not skipping any steps in the installation. The only place I’ll go to if we need another mechanical issue around Yakima!

Martin Chvatal

★★★★★

5 months ago

Alfonso and the boys saved our day, our trip and potentially our lives, too! My friend and I were on the roadtrip across Washington heading back to Canada when our front brakes started making weird metal sounds and not responding well. Fortunately we found Alfonso's automotive close by and, despite being busy in the middle of the day, they took us in straight away and found the both front brake rotors were cracked and needed immediate replacement. They were able to find the needed parts in town and got us back on the road by the end of the day (with a bunch of apples, too, haha!). Honest, friendly, well priced - highly recommend! Thanks a lot once again, guys! Martin and Filip