San Carlos Auto Repair

A+ provides superb work with excellent customer service. From the moment I walked through the door and spoke with Naeem, I felt that I assured that I was being taken good care of. He explained things very well and helped me out in a pinch.

A+ is customer service at its FINEST! The staff here works diligently to ensure you are taken care of the moment you walk through the door. Justin was thorough, informative, and eager to offer any help A+ could provide in delivering a positive experience. I do have a regular mechanic that I use, but it's nice to have this alternative service close to my office for oil changes, tires, etc. The cost might run a bit more than most, keep in mind you are paying for the pickup and drop off, which in my mind - you can't put a price on when time is money! The convenience and service COVER THAT EASILY! I could go on, though in a nutshell, Justin and the rest of the staff here EXCEDED beyond my expectations in have service my vehicle. Nothing but good stuff here. Call, make an appt, pay, done!

A+ is customer service at its FINEST! The staff here works diligently to ensure you are taken care of the moment you walk through the door. Justin was thorough, informative, and eager to offer any help A+ could provide in delivering a positive experience. I do have a regular mechanic that I use, but it's nice to have this alternative service close to my office for oil changes, tires, etc. The cost might run a bit more than most, keep in mind you are paying for the pickup and drop off, which in my mind - you can't put a price on when time is money! The convenience and service COVER THAT EASILY!  I could go on, though in a nutshell, Justin and the rest of the staff here EXCEDED beyond my expectations in have service my vehicle. Nothing but good stuff here. Call, make an appt, pay, done!

We heard about A+ Japanese through some friends and on Nextdoor so we decided to give them a try when our hybrid started shaking when we hit 3k rpm. Justin was great on the phone and welcomed us when we came to the office. He did a terrific job of explaining the process and set our expectations on timing, estimates, etc. Turns out the culprit was a paint brush which had found its way into the engine (bizarre) and it broke some wires. A+ could have said it was a transmission issue or something much worse resulting in big $$$, but they were super honest and fixed the problem within the original diagnostic fee. Their goal is to have lifelong relationships with their customers so they're not out to pull a one-time fast one on people. Thank you for treating your customers right. We'll be sure to come back next time!

Got an appointment right away for an immediate problem, unlike dealer shop which was booked one week in advance. Naeem was very professional on the phone and in person. He explained what was likely needed but was willing to find a less expensive solution that would fix the problem completely. I was given courtesy rides back home and back to the shop by Lyft...unlike the dealer which stacks rides up via its own shuttle and has limited hours. The folks at the shop were friendly and made me feel welcomed.

We heard about A+ Japanese through some friends and on Nextdoor so we decided to give them a try when our hybrid started shaking when we hit 3k rpm.  Justin was great on the phone and welcomed us when we came to the office.  He did a terrific job of explaining the process and set our expectations on timing, estimates, etc.  Turns out the culprit was a paint brush which had found its way into the engine (bizarre) and it broke some wires.  A+ could have said it was a transmission issue or something much worse resulting in big $$$, but they were super honest and fixed the problem within the original diagnostic fee.  Their goal is to have lifelong relationships with their customers so they're not out to pull a one-time fast one on people.  Thank you for treating your customers right.  We'll be sure to come back next time!

Where our repair got tougher than the estimate A1 extended our rental at no charge and completed the job on budget, except for a few additional parts. They worked very hard to get the car back to my daughter and do the job right, and completely. I have no problem recommending them.

Third update, because it's rare to keep hitting the high bar year after year, and these folks do it. My 19-year-old 4-runner is nearing 280,000 miles and I have never had a breakdown since I bought it 2 years ago thanks to A+. Seriously. Don't get me wrong, things do break on it. But we're talking window motors and whistling mufflers, which A+ always finds a way to repair better and cheaper than anywhere else I talk to. And thanks to honest inspections, they replace worn belts before they break, and advise me on what NOT to replace when it's something unnecessary. (I've actually been dissuaded from certain labor and parts, which is maybe a first in the car repair industry). Front desk is as friendly as ever even after the myth/man/legend Rob retired, and has hot coffee and a daily paper, and better yet will arrange a rental or a lift to make life easy. The shop crew take their work seriously and efficiently. I drive 45 minutes out of my way just to come here for oil changes because I know they'll be honest and cost effective.

Third update, because it's rare to keep hitting the high bar year after year, and these folks do it. My 19-year-old 4-runner is nearing 280,000 miles and I have never had a breakdown since I bought it 2 years ago thanks to A+. Seriously. Don't get me wrong, things do break on it. But we're talking window motors and whistling mufflers, which A+ always finds a way to repair better and cheaper than anywhere else I talk to. And thanks to honest inspections, they replace worn belts before they break, and advise me on what NOT to replace when it's something unnecessary. (I've actually been dissuaded from certain labor and parts, which is maybe a first in the car repair industry).

Front desk is as friendly as ever even after the myth/man/legend Rob retired, and has hot coffee and a daily paper, and better yet will arrange a rental or a lift to make life easy. The shop crew take their work seriously and efficiently. I drive 45 minutes out of my way just to come here for oil changes because I know they'll be honest and cost effective.