Auto Karma TT - Richmond (CA)

Chuck Goettsche Ive never written a single review before. I guess it takes a lot to impress me. Well, I got to say I am very, very impressed with Magallanes Auto Repair. I needed to replace the engine on my 1997 Toyota T-100 Pickup truck. This was a big decision for me, to invest so much in a 28-year-old truck, but if you know trucks, you know this is a special truck. Having lived in California for 50 years, I discussed this repair with two of my former favorite mechanics, and on the basis of a recommendation from AAA, I talked to Magallanes. The shop manager and the front office staff treated me with respect and extreme patience as I had many, many questions about the scope of this project. My confidence in their competence grew as I learned they had been in business for decades and I appreciated that most of the workers were mature (like me) and for example I was told the mechanic who would be working on my truck had been doing this work for 40 years. Well, after much careful thought, they got the job. I can honestly say it was one of the better decisions Ive made in my life. Throughout the project, the front office kept me informed at each step of the way. As long as I was replacing the engine, I wanted to make everything right with the truck so I added service items and new front brakes. When the work was complete and I went to pick up my truck, I was delighted to learn the work came in $200 under the estimate. Not only was the work done on budget in a timely fashion, but they did extra work. It was the little things...the handbrake was adjusted, a tail light was replaced, a future likely problem with the mechanical linkage of the clutch pedal was repaired - everything was improved while my truck was in their care. If youve read this far, youre youre getting the idea that I love my truck, and I do, but I also love the people at Magallanes. Whether its routine service or a major repair I strongly recommend that you go talk to these people. Talk to Adriana or Juana in the front office, talk to Alberto the shop manager and Im sure you will come away with the feeling of confidence and trust that made me choose them for my big repair. Tell them Chuck with the T100 sent ya.

Jorge Espinoza Im grateful to Don José. Hes very good service, trustworthy, and his prices are very reasonable. I recommend him.

chris jimenez Thay did a good job on my truck and for very little money nice people got my truck back the day I like it there

Francisco Espino This is a really great shop. I never had any problems with him. He always did The job, right. At a very fair price and even on new cars, I have a new Chrysler 300 SRT he changed the oil. He also change the brakes Lug nuts clean everything for a very great price.. I would highly recommend this mechanic because he knows how to work on all types of cars I wouldn’t really just Trust any random mechanic this man has been here over 30 years. I’ve been doing a great job.

Daniel Mendoza Fair pricing and reliable mechanic.

Saseen Najjar Eddie is the man!! Check engine light came on while driving home and they took me in super last minute. They were incredibly friendly and took the time to explain everything to me even after the shop had closed, and even though I hadn’t paid for service! Sending this shop a lot of love. Give them your business!

Judy Fein From beginning to end the service was courteous & beautifully done. I had a repair to my rear passenger door, trim on rear wheel well same side and repainting/touch up on front passenger door. Their estimate was clear. They worked with my insurance company and made the repair a fairly painless process. When I dropped off my car they called the rental car company for me to get a ride All in all this is by far the best experience I’ve had at such a shop. I was treated with respect.

Krzysztof Odyniec I have been coming here for thirty years (and four Toyotas, two of which are still going strong with hundreds of thousands of miles on them); I love Leos work, care, and integrity. There have been times when the fix was simpler than I thought and (at least one time) he didnt even charge me. I trust the work and the price.

kerry clark Superb and fast service. I am very pleased and will be using them again.

Roger Taranto Precision is the best. Ive been going since Ken ran the place and when Luis took over, it got even better. They do good work, charge reasonable rates, and even teach me how to do simple stuff myself. They dont try to get me to do unnecessary work, and I trust them completely on the work they say is required.