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Kevin's Auto Repair
Kevin's Auto Repair has been providing the Mountain View, CA area with professional customer service and auto repair services at affordable prices for over 24 years!. Our auto repair shop in Mountain View, CA is fully equipped to serve all your auto repair service needs to get you back on the road safely and quickly.

Our goal is to provide honest, reliable, and affordable services to our customers in a professional and timely manner. Our highly trained technicians are committed to you and take pride in the auto repair work we do. We get the job done right, the first time.
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Here at Kevin's Auto Repair, we take pride in maintaining high-quality, professional auto repair services at affordable prices for our Mountain View, CA customers. Located in Mountain View, CA, our auto repair shop is ready to serve all your car's repair and maintenance needs. We pride ourselves in our knowledge of general repair and maintenance to get your car back on the road.
We want you to be completely satisfied with our service, so please let us know how we're doing. Took my Rav-4 in for a minor leak (that I probably could and should have fixed myself), but I just didn't have the proper resources today (mostly a dry space, shop-vac and an air compressor).

They were super efficient and helpful and found the true source of the problem (in the sunroof drainage tray, while I'd convinced myself the source was in the A/C vents).And in the process I learned something new about my Rav-4 (always fun) and now have a place nearby that I can go for the heavy-duty jobs I can't manage on my own.
Reviews (23)
Zhichao S.
Zhichao S.
Dec 23, 2021
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I went in with a quote from Audi dealer, suggesting me to fix water pump with "coolant leak" and "leaked" engine mount. Kevin's auto repair did thorough inspection and told me both issues suggested by Audi dealer was not true, and my audi A4 has nothing to be fixed, and not charge me a single dollar. The definition of honest mechanic shop!
Viacheslav Zakharin
Viacheslav Zakharin
Dec 17, 2021
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I was pleasantly surprised when Kevin&Nick refused to charge me for a suspension check ) they fit me in their schedule right away, and I did not have a reservation. My first visit experience is very positive.
Bfs
Bfs
Dec 16, 2021
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My car got a nail in one of tires, stopped by try to drop it off, get repaired, and pick up later or next day. Paul came out, checked it out, fixed it in 5 min, NO CHARGE! Thank you so much! Will come for all of my future car repair, and recommend to all my friends! :)
Tatyana T.
Tatyana T.
Nov 19, 2021
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This shop provides the best and most honest experience possible when dealing with car servicing. The mechanics know a lot about newer and more electronically complex cars, as well as the more traditional vehicles. They are honest, fair and skillful in their assessments and repairs. I truly wish I started coming here sooner.
Vivi B.
Vivi B.
Nov 17, 2021
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Once again thank you to Kevin, Tony, and team for an outstanding job fixing my car's oil leak. I had three separate estimates all saying different items needed to be fixed. Kevin's Auto Repair is honest, efficient, reliable, and reasonably priced. It is so hard to find a mechanic that is all of those. The valve cover was fixed within one day and I even had spark plugs replaced since the area was accessible, saving me time and money from doing that separately. Highly recommend!
Cynthia Sternberg
Cynthia Sternberg
Aug 20, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Value
Kevin was great. We are getting our car ready for a long haul to Texas, and he ensured it will make the trip! HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Service: General repairs & maintenance
David M.
David M.
Aug 07, 2021
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I hesitate to tell you all how good these guys are because I want to be sure I can get an appointment when I need one!

I've brought a vehicle in making brake noise and picked up the car later for $0 because they told me my brakes were fine.

I brought in an Audi A6 for brakes once and they completed to work for 1/2 of what the dealer was going to charge.

Super honest folks that do really solid work. Will always come here.
Kevin Lee
Kevin Lee
Jul 18, 2021
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Kevin and Nick are professional and very knowledgeable. Great customer service and truly enjoyed my experience with them.
2013 Honda Pilot broke down on dumbarton bridge and used Kevin’s Auto Repair because of their great rating and close to home. Fixed my car and haven’t had any problems. 1 year later we took both of our cars for maintenance. I like them because they only address problems that needs to be fixed. No pressure for other services
Highly recommend!!
Eduardo H.
Eduardo H.
Jul 08, 2021
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I took my car in today to get a full brake fluid bleed and to get my AC recharged. I had initially received a higher quote over the phone when talking to someone at the shop, which was fine. When the services got done, my bill ended up being a lot less than expected. Not only were the services performed well but I was suprised that I got them done at such a reasonable cost. I will definitely be coming back to get my car serviced by Kevin and will be recommending them to my family.
Jeanne H.
Jeanne H.
Jun 15, 2021
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I have been going to Kevin's Auto Repair for years and wanted to give a shout out to them. During the pandemic, they have been working since they are an essential service. They practice safe practices with social distancing and masking. Both the employees and clients are asked to wear masks, which is a good thing. They schedule appointments so there aren't a lot of people in the business at one time.

I got my oil changed and scheduled "B" maintenance for my 2015 Honda Fit. They were able to finish it in less than an hour. Their prices are fair and they use only US and European
George J.
George J.
Jun 08, 2021
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I am consistently impressed with the quality of work, level of service and explanation, and very reasonable pricing at Kevin's Auto Repair.
They are busy, and you need to make a reservation for service, but I have had multiple different types of work done here and I have been thrilled with every experience. They installed a hitch for me, replaced the standard brakes on our Odyssey with an upgrade I ordered online, and they have serviced the car and fixed the A/C ... all at reasonable prices (less than I expect, every time). Wonderful!!
George
Lidan Yang
Lidan Yang
Jun 02, 2021
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Reliable, cheap and fast repair... my car makes horrible noises, another repair shop told me I need a transmission replacement for ~5000, but Tony found out that it’s the wheel bearing that makes noises. All fixed, $500 in total.
Brad Greer
Brad Greer
May 20, 2021
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Trustworthy and no-nonsense auto repair shop. We're very glad to have found Kevin's and have brought our cars here for years.
Garrett S.
Garrett S.
May 18, 2021
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Excellent experience at Kevin's auto repair. Fast turnaround at a reasonable price; much better than the dealer.

I don't trust easily, but I do use my intuition to get a feel for people. I felt I could trust the guy with my car.

After the repair was done, they showed me the part. They use American or European parts. They don't skimp by buying made in China.
Kevin He
Kevin He
Apr 19, 2021
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Kevin and Tony are true heros. This is the best auto repair shop in the Peninsula. Trustworthy, communicative, and fast- you can't go wrong with these guys.
Alberto T.
Alberto T.
Feb 25, 2021
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Don't bother going anywhere else!
I tried various "branded" car mechanics and they never did a satisfactory job and costed a lot. Kevin's price is reasonable and the work is superb.
Dusty B.
Dusty B.
Jan 16, 2021
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So totally impressed with this place. It almost feels like one of those amazing auto repair places you used to see in the movies where you're like, "those were those good old days, wish they still had them like that".

WELL THEY DO!

I had a rear break light out and since I just moved back to the area didn't really know where to go to get it replaced. I called Subaru and they gave me some weird run around which required several calls and a "quote" that they promised to get me which never came. I called back and got shuffled around.

I called another place where they
Chris Y.
Chris Y.
Jan 06, 2021
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I bought a used BMW sedan a couple years back which the previous owner had been taking to Kevin's for years. I didn't know about Kevin's before this but decided to give them a try since the previous owner had nothing but nice things to say. I've now completed several routine services and two repairs with them and have been very happy with the results.

In my experience they provided quality service at very reasonable prices. They never have tried to upsell me on anything and have never suggested service that was not needed.

Having been there during the COVID pandemic, it
Shilpa Y.
Shilpa Y.
Nov 13, 2020
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I brought my car here twice and while the prices are high, I appreciated the honesty of the people helping me. My repairs have always been done thoroughly and quickly. I took off one star because I didn't feel they went above and beyond in terms of looking out for my car. After I had one problem fixed, I had to bring it in again just a week later for an unrelated problem that they should have been able to identify and fix in one visit.
Ryan S.
Ryan S.
Oct 19, 2020
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I take all three of my cars to Kevin's. My most recent trip was in my old off-roading minivan for damage sustained while driving on rough forest roads and jeep trails in Lassen National Forest.

Here are the issues I came in with:
1) Power steering leak
2) Dented wheel
3) Smashed up tow eye (folded in half)
4) Oil change
5) Tire rotation

Kevin fixed it all for 80 BUCKS!

Some context: this is a 20 year old, beat to hell Toyota Sienna. Mechanically, it's reliable, but everything else about it is super rough. It's my camping/hunting vehicle and I abuse the hell out of it. Kevin knows
Arash R.
Arash R.
Aug 16, 2020
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Short Version:
Please do yourself a favor and get a second quote for any repair that you may be offered here. I am certain that you can get it done with the same quality but a fraction of the price nearby in Mountain View.
Unfortunately my experience has proven to be the opposite of the five star rating here to the point that I am questioning the reviews. I will be checking on this review periodically to ensure it does not "magically" disappear.

Long Version:
I was looking for some serious maintenance not a simple oil change. To be exact there was a noise from the rear left of my
Jenny L.
Jenny L.
Jul 24, 2020
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Took my car for service today and pricing was fair and they did a quick job. They even have WiFi so I can wait outside and work. Now that I moved to San Mateo, I still drive down for getting my car serviced. Highly recommend!
Lucine O.
Lucine O.
May 29, 2020
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I've been taking my car to Kevin's Auto Repair for the past four years, ever since I moved to the South Bay/Peninsula area. I'd continue doing so if I weren't moving out of the Bay Area in a couple of weeks -- which is why I wanted to give them one more shout out on Yelp. Really great team: responsive, friendly, and efficient. Most importantly, their service is fantastic. I never felt cheated or taken advantage of; they always were honest with me about the work that needed to be done. The prices are completely reasonable, too.

I've visited a handful of mechanics over the