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Proudly Serving the Communities of Santa Cruz, Monterey, Live Oak & The Central Coast since 1995. Whether it is scheduled maintenance, inspection, oil change, brakes, electrical diagnosis, engine repair, transmission repair, fluid leaks, etc.our goal is to provide every customer with the best service and value available.

We pride ourselves on our loyalty to our customers. And our customers keep coming back! Please take a moment to visit our services section, we have added a customer services section with many new features to make servicing your automobile more convenient. The price was excellent, but more importantly, the customer service from Brian was awesome!
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16 years ago Brian secured a job at a high end BMW shop and fell in love with German Engineering. Since then, Brian has worked at Mercedes and Volkswagen dealerships as well has high end German automotive repair shops. He always had his eye on the future and some day opening his own shop. In 2010 he partnered up with John Hayes and moved the shop to a customer service-oriented complete German auto Service and Repair facility.
We are primarily a European auto service facility specializing in Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Porsche, Volkswagen, Volvo, Diesel & Bio-diesel. Our technicians have been selected based on their certification and expertise in luxury european, japanese and american autos.

All auto repairs are performed using the latest diagnostic equipment, up-to-date training and factory special equipment to provide dealership-level service, maintenance and repairs for your vehicle.Whether it is scheduled maintenance, inspection, oil change, brakes, electrical diagnosis, engine repair, transmission repair, fluid leaks, etc.our goal is to provide every customer with the best value available anywhere!
Maintaining your Audi the right way should always be your priority. Cutting corners and looking for faster, cheaper services may lead to more problems with your vehicle in the long run along with negative impacts on your performance. The expert mechanics at Hayes European have been offering drivers superior, dealership quality Audi maintenance and repair services without the high costs of a dealership.
For BMW owner's routine service appointments are more than just an annual tune-up, they're an opportunity to improve and enhance your car's performance. When you bring your BMW to Hayes European whether it's for a routine service appointment or for necessary repairs our expert mechanics always make sure your car gets the service it needs.
Meticulously designed and manufactured, your Mercedes requires quality and attention to detail in just about every aspect. From the type of gasoline you fill up with to the oil used with every oil change. Each maintenance item can either help or harm your car's performance with inattentive owners that look to cut corners and save costs often experiencing much costlier long-term problems.
Reviews (10)
Sandy D.
Sandy D.
Nov 28, 2021
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I love this auto repair shop for my Audi. They are very helpful as well as reasonably priced for service. They are conveniently located on 17th Ave in Santa Cruz. Definitely recommend!!
Michael Ambrozewicz
Michael Ambrozewicz
Nov 20, 2021
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Wanted to personally thank Kyle and Jesus for taking care of me and my BMW. Kyle managed to squeeze me in his schedule and Jesus took care of the repairs needed.
If you’ve got a BMW, Mercedes, or any other German car, take it to these guys if you want to maximize your use of the vehicle. They care, they’re experts, and they’ll make sure you get the best service out here in NorCal.
Cris Williams
Cris Williams
May 02, 2021
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They know their stuff and will fix whatever is wrong and do it very nicely!
Chris Ray
Chris Ray
Apr 13, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Value
This was far and away the best experience I’ve ever had with an auto shop. All work was finished the same day at an extremely fair price. The owner truly cares about the customer experience and is as honest as they come. He’s also very handsome. Won’t go anywhere else for my car repairs.
Services: General repairs & maintenance, Transmission, Brakes
Susan Mayr
Susan Mayr
Oct 16, 2020
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I brought my 1999 323i in for new shocks, struts and tires.
Pricing of repairs fair and done timely.
Road tested well.
The only thing was Kyle mentioned the hub cap logo was missing on two of the wheels. When I brought it in. It had only one. Then said I could buy one for forty dollars a piece.
It's actually happened before at a different shop. I walked into the back and pulled them out of a box.
If they turn up. Please give them back.
Thanks,
Susan Mayr.
Before the week was over, Kyle did replace the missing hubs. Appreciated your prompt response and delivery of new hubs! SM
Erika Pistor
Erika Pistor
Oct 14, 2020
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Great experience here! I was able to drop off and pick up my car according to my schedule, which was a huge help. They fixed my car very quickly for what I thought was a fair price. If I had known getting my car fixed could be so easy I would have done it a lot sooner! No complaints about the quality of work or parts so far, and they offer a 1 yr guarantee on parts
William Condon
William Condon
Sep 13, 2020
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality
Did a great job to identify a warrenty item for a Porsche Cayenne and resolved a cabin air leak that other shops failed at finding root cause.
There fast and fair.
Services: Check engine light diagnostic, General repairs & maintenance
Janet Longson
Janet Longson
Jul 05, 2020
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I'm off to Hayes again tomorrow, my "Go to" car repair and maintenance garage. Really, I cannot say enough good things about these guys. John and Brian are always straight talking, will explain procedures necessary, prioritize, (for those clients on a tight budget), advise against unecessary repairs in old cars and generally help to keep their clients, both human and automotive, ticking along. Of course, they are so popular now that they, and their team, are always busy. However, if one is flexible, they will suggest their quietest times.
Don't forget to check out Brian's own cars - starting with
Ruth Ingram
Ruth Ingram
Jun 14, 2020
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The staff is really nice, explain all options and don't charge an arm and a leg. Best part is they know what they are doing!
Steve Penny
Steve Penny
May 29, 2020
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I want to give the good people at Hayes European my very highest recommendation for such a great attitude and integrity they bring to their work!
As Author of the book HIRING THE BEST PEOPLE I've been asked to speak at the biggest human resource conferences in the world on how to spot motivation and attitude.
I think these guys have the patience of a saint to be able to handle the details so well of all the cars and car problems he deals with each day and do it with a remarkable "Can do" attitude!
BRAVO to everyone at Hayes European auto repair I recommend you hire from the guy who wrote the