Buddy's Auto Repair
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Buddy's Auto Repair
Home of the Nationwide Warranty! The #1 Garden Grove AAA approved auto repair shop is here to help! Buddys Auto Tires and More has been in business since 1975. We have been a reliable source for auto and truck repair in Garden Grove for as long as our customers can remember. We offer the best technical and mechanical car repair as well as great customer service.

Buddys suggests the same car service to their customers that they practices on their own vehicles. Preventative maintenance can save our clients money in the long run. We commit to helping you keep your car running smoothly and avoid costly car repairs. Our quality work and fair prices set us apart from the crowd.
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Our mechanic career started 37 years ago in the old gas station days. In those days you didn't buy a bag of chips and a soda at the gas station. What you did get was full service and personal attention: tires checked, windshield washed, oil checked, etc. There was no such thing as self-serve.

If there ever was a problem in Garden Grove or any neighborhood, you went to your local gas station, either for directions, a free map, blue or green-chip stamps, to get your oil and tires checked, or just to have a cup of coffee and talk.I have always felt like a public servant and have taken this philosophy into the mechanic shop for the last 20 years.
Buddy's Auto Repair offers the full range of auto service in Garden Grove, from smog tests and smog repairs, to automotive oil change, to regular car maintenance plans and to using the latest in computer performance and diagnostic technology. We have a state of the art computerized two and four wheel alignment and wheel balancing, as well as a precision system for brake repair and machining of brake rotors and drums.
We use the latest computer diagnostics to evaluate your car quickly and efficiently finish your auto maintenance or truck maintenance needs. We can work on cars, hybrids, and trucks up to 1 ton in size. We can also maintain your diesel truck or car and keep it running efficiently. Buddys Auto Tires and More has the philosophy that proper auto maintenance, truck maintenance and car maintenance plan saves costly repairs in the long run.
Is it smog check time for your Garden Grove area vehicle? If yes, we invite you to come for smog check and smog test repair at our auto repair shop. We have been fortunate to receive many personal referrals for smog checks, smog tests, and auto repair services for domestic and foreign vehicles.

At Buddy's Napa Auto Care Center, we do not smog check on site, but at your request, we will take care of your smog check and carefully diagnose any problems that may come up during your smog test.I know I will get honest and dependable service from Buddy's and this is the most important things to me being an older female knowing nothing about cars except where the gas goes.
Bring your salvaged vehicle into an Official Brake and Light Station in Garden Grove. Before the title can be reinstated on your car or truck, it needs to go through a thorough inspection of the brake and lighting systems. By going through a series of testing and function checks, the state can be assured that the vehicle returning to the road is safe, both for you and for other drivers.
Reviews (10)
Night Audit
Night Audit
May 01, 2021
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Critical: Quality
its a rip off they said all of light and brakes not in good condition you need to fix it so that it will pass for big bucks
Service: Check engine light diagnostic
Clyde Vincent
Clyde Vincent
Mar 01, 2021
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Smart, helpful and friendly owner ..Eddie.. very knowledgeable... He was able to help me get my F-350 shift problem solved and back on the road... I am traveling through the area.
Thank you.
Joey Enay
Joey Enay
Dec 21, 2020
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My car stalled and AAA recommended this place and towed my car here. They were closed so I left my info with my keys in an envelope in the key drop slot. I called in the AM and was greeted by the owner Buddy and he was very personable and nice. When Eddie called back with estimate I was blown away..... He said he found a rebuilt alternator and a battery and was charging $890+. Glad I have mechanics in my family and know when someone is trying to take advantage of a woman. On top of that they charged me $110 to plug a diagnostics machine to my car. SMH!!!! Needless to say I towed it to another shop
Shmokinn WitchWay
Shmokinn WitchWay
Jun 28, 2020
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Great customer service.... I feel the prices are a tad bit high... Quality work.. Know what they are talking about. Sometimes parts take a long time to be delivered
TheCHIEF Bigfaith
TheCHIEF Bigfaith
Dec 28, 2019
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He installed a new battery for me.. we talked golfing because he has golfing posters on the wall..he says he was good back in the day.. so far the battery has been good to me. no complaints
Gary Spradley
Gary Spradley
Sep 06, 2019
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It is a great place to get your car service done. They make you feel real comfortable while you wait. They are very professional.
K. E. Tobin
K. E. Tobin
Jul 06, 2019
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This place is amazing. They took my hopeless car that has been worked on for ever by people who are COMPLETELY clueless and figured out all the problems and has kept me in the loop the entire time. Also Buddy (owner) took the time to explain to me why things needed to be done. They have been super friendly and professional. When Buddy isn't there, I talked with the shop manager Eddy. He also is very polite and will answer any questions I have. There pricing is very reasonable and there work is top notch. I have recommended them to several people. I will always take my cars here from now on
Brendt Montgomery
Brendt Montgomery
Jun 21, 2018
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Just picked up my SUV that I had left there for 2 days. I had found Buddy's through a recommendation from the Costco website for servicing a Porsche.
After somewhat of a rocky start, a few phone calls, and troubleshooting fees adding up much faster than I was comfortable with, Eddie offered that I come and pick up the vehicle at no charge. They even supplied the codes and the issues that they came up with on a print-out and a courtesy inspection. They recommended a different Porsche specialist in the area.
I will definitely consider them in the future. And to me, this is part of the vetting
Jesse Pompa
Jesse Pompa
Jun 13, 2018
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I always receive great service from Buddy’s. Anytime I get service here, I can rest assured that the work done will be of great quality and my vehicle is always taken care of. They’ve gone out of their way to help me out whenever I really needed it. I highly recommend Buddy’s.
C. B. Lumley
C. B. Lumley
Oct 17, 2015
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I'm not sure where others actually went. Buddy has been taking care of our family cars and trucks for almost 40 years. We've never had a complaint. The work has always been excellent and fairly priced. Buddy explains things and doesn't pressure you to have work done that you can't afford. He's fair, knowledgeable, personable, professional and friendly. If he doesn't have an answer, he'll find one for you. I wouldn't take my vehicles to anyone but Buddy. He stands behind his work