We are a bunch of auto repair enthusiasts who have been working on cars for over 30 years. Our auto repair shop is a small 2500 sq. Our Burlingame auto repair shop offers years of expertise provided by our well-trained technicians. Ruppels's AutoFixation auto repair shop is staffed with expert mechanics who provide high-quality American, European, & Asian car repair in the Bay Area.
We understand how much you depend on your vehicle. Ask about our SAFE & SECURE drop-off service. Your schedule is what counts, not ours. We will always phone you when your car is ready but even if you have to leave your car overnight we accommodate that, as well.
We understand how much you depend on your vehicle. Ask about our SAFE & SECURE drop-off service. Your schedule is what counts, not ours. We will always phone you when your car is ready but even if you have to leave your car overnight we accommodate that, as well.
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Ken Schrum, owner and tech with 35 years experience with many makes. He opened Ruppels's AutoFixation at the present location in 1981. Ken lives in the San Mateo County drives a Toyota Avalon and is married with two children. In his spare time Ken has a passion for classic cars, San Francisco Giants, and Gardening.
Ruppels's AutoFixation service center is staffed with expert mechanics who provide high-quality Domestic and Foreign car repair in the Bay Area. We understand how much you depend on your vehicle, so our auto repair staff will work to get your vehicle back on the road as fast as possible. Our auto technicians work to industry specifications to ensure your vehicle runs well for many miles to come.
Every business claims to be the best. At Ruppel's Autofixation, we'd rather let our work and loyal customers speak for us. Check out our reviews from your Yelp, Nextdoor and Google neighbors to see how we meet customer expectations. Take a look at the auto repair services we offer, such as oil changes and maintenance.
For a 30k mile service visit, your vehicle will be in good hands with the A.S.E. Certified Technicians at Ruppel's. We have been doing thorough service visits for all different kinds of vehicles for over 30 years now, and have built up a large base of loyal clients. If you choose to bring your vehicle to us for your 30k mile service, we are confident you will become yet another customer that comes back time after time.
If a car were to have a mid-life crisis, it would come at right around 60k miles. A car with this mileage is not old, but it is starting to wear in certain engine spots and needs maintenance to live up to its full potential. Ruppel's in Burlingame is a leader in performing service visits and will make sure your car gets through this mid-life crisis and is ready for another 60k miles strong.
Reviews (9)
A. R. S.
Sep 28, 2021
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I had read the great reviews and work nearby, so after pulling check engine codes myself, I shared them with Ruppel’s. I was not in a rush to get my car back so I wasn’t in any great hurry. My negative experience and what prevented me from giving 5 stars was that I was still charged $172 for pulling check engine codes when we had already gone over them. I was told that the 172 was to “clear the codes”, which doesn’t seem like a process that should cost almost $200. Other than that, I am more or less happy with the work done as the car seems to run right.
Silke Van De Grift
Jun 18, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Value
I highly recommend Ruppels! We have been taking our old Nissan to Ken ever since we moved to the area 6 years ago. It''s hard to find a trustworthy mechanic, so now that we moved to the other side of they bay we still go at least once a year for a check up.
Services: A/c installation & repair, General repairs & maintenance, Oil change, Brakes
I highly recommend Ruppels! We have been taking our old Nissan to Ken ever since we moved to the area 6 years ago. It''s hard to find a trustworthy mechanic, so now that we moved to the other side of they bay we still go at least once a year for a check up.
Services: A/c installation & repair, General repairs & maintenance, Oil change, Brakes
Linda Fisher
Apr 18, 2021
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We have been using Ken's services for as long as he has had the shop I believe. He recently replaced the shocks in my van - which he found to be an issue after a test drive after a separate check engine light diagnostic. Over the years, we have had brakes done, an oil leak, you name it. He is honest, helpful and will go to great lengths to solve a problem. I wont go to anyone else.
Luis Gonzalez
Dec 22, 2020
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Brother in law recommended this shop. Fist time here. I dropped off my 1976 cougar which was making a rattling sound. Ken was able to not only find the problem, a failing starter, but also diagnosed other issues which I thought were normal in older cars. When he communicated the issues I can tell he was very thorough in his inspection. I decided to proceed with anything that was potentially hazardous. Within a week he was able to complete a list of issues and replace the failing starter. Shop is very clean, super organized, price was fair for the work performed, extremely professional, and Ken
Robert Forehand
Oct 05, 2020
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Lisa Turner
Sep 08, 2020
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If you are looking for a place to get your car repaired, look no further. Ken is honest, cares about his work and goes the extra mile. I took my car in today for a tune up. The air quality is so bad in Burlingame, so Ken provided me a ride to and from his shop. I was very grateful and highly recommend Ruppels for any car repairs needed. Thanks, Ken!
Greg Mann
Sep 01, 2020
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I went to Ken original because he came highly recommended and during an oil change they had noticed my power steering fluid was low. But when I took the car to Ken for a check, he noticed that a recent repair job of my alternator had been done incorrectly and the bolts holding it in place we’re all completely stripped. Ken fixed the issue after a day of work, was very clear about what they were doing and the cost that would be required, and offered what seemed to be a good price. Overall very happy with how it went. Ken seems like a good person with the client’s interests at heart which is
Brittany Dunn
Aug 19, 2020
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Value
Ken is not only incredibly nice, he genuinely cares about customers and their vehicles. I take both cars to them and have never had better service! They go above and beyond what I’ve ever experienced with auto service. I couldn’t recommend Ruppels enough! They are hands down the best.
Ken is not only incredibly nice, he genuinely cares about customers and their vehicles. I take both cars to them and have never had better service! They go above and beyond what I’ve ever experienced with auto service. I couldn’t recommend Ruppels enough! They are hands down the best.
Evan Montembeault
May 13, 2020
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Value
Friendly, quick, and overall excellent service! Friends & coworkers have told me they came all the way from East Bay specifically to have Ruppels and Ken do the work, and for good reason. I know I'll be back
Service: General repairs & maintenance
Friendly, quick, and overall excellent service! Friends & coworkers have told me they came all the way from East Bay specifically to have Ruppels and Ken do the work, and for good reason. I know I'll be back
Service: General repairs & maintenance
