A & M Auto Repair & Service

Run away fast! And don’t look back. This guy will rob your money and tell you he’s an honest guy with a straight face.
Was quoted $ 70 over the phone for a brake and lamp inspection. I actually ended up paying over twice that amount for 15 minutes of «adjustments» because there’s actually nothing wrong with my car. He actually wanted $ 170 but gave me a $ 10 discount because he’s such a nice guy.
When you walk into his office, he will tell you that it costs $ 70 (must pay up front before any work is done) but if you need to adjust your brakes or lights it will cost more.
Surprise! After a 2 minute test drive around the block, he claimed my lights were aimed too high (which it’s not) and my brakes were a fingernails width off (which it’s not).
Don’t ask me why I paid this crook. I guess I like to get robbed.
So the technician adjusted both headlights with a twist of a screwdriver ($ 20×2= $ 40). When I asked him why he charges $ 40 for something that takes a minute to do? He replies by saying why does a dentist charge you $ 200 to pull your teeth? What a condescending prick!
The technician spent another 10 minutes adjusting the rear brakes ($ 25×2= $ 50). I’m not sure what exactly he did to adjust it because I was in the office questioning the shop’s ridiculous repair charges.
$ 70 brake and lamp inspection
$ 40 lamp adjustment
$ 50 brake adjustment
$ 3 lamp certificate
$ 3 brake certificate
Oh and he charges extra 3% if you pay by card (visa only)
When I got my car back, it drove exactly the same before I brought it in for inspection. That’s because there’s nothing wrong with my car and no real work was done.
Just stay far, far away from this business. The owner is sleazy. I guarantee you he will require you to pay for a lamp adjustment and brake adjustment (or whatever deficiency adjustments he can conjure up) in order to get your certificates. And if you elect to get your adjustments elsewhere, he’s already got your $ 72 up front and will charge you $ 72 again to issue your certificates. You have been warned.
$ 160 lesson learned. Never ever go to any business where they demand the full payment up front, before any work has even begun. Never ever!

This place is fantastic!
I was at the end of my rope with my ’99 Toyota Avalon. After a nasty accident on the freeway my car needed a brake and lamp inspection to be registered as a salvage title. Other places I went to either wanted a ridiculous amount of money to make it passable, or wouldn’t even attempt to adjust my headlights because of some front-​end damage. As a last ditch effort I came to A&M Brake and Light Inspection, fully expecting to be turned away or quoted some ridiculous amount for repairs, but hopeful because of great Unilocal reviews. Still, I was ready to go junk my car after I left…
That did not end up happening! I explained my situation to Mike and he was very understanding. He explained in detail what the inspection process would be, and promised me that he would do everything he could to make sure that my car was safe to put on the road (because that’s ultimately what his job is). After inspecting my car, Mike detailed the problems that needed to be fixed and quoted me how much each individual component would cost. Not only was the pricing reasonable, but it was hundreds (HUNDREDS!) below what anybody else had quoted me. He even commented that he couldn’t understand why some other place wouldn’t at least attempt to fix my headlights. I left with not only a passing cetificate in my pocket, but also some spare money in there, too!
I highly recommend this place. They are honest and very fair. Thank you, Mike!
–Jerry and Catalina (the ’99 Toyota Avalon)

I would definitely recommend this shop. The owner explained everything that would be done to my car before they touched it. He was clear on costs and I am satisfied with the outcome.

Came for a brake & light inspection, they’re open on Presidents Day which was great. Turned out I needed repairs to pass the inspection, but they were made quickly and for a fair price. They even patched a tire for me for free. I got my brake and light certificates, no complaints!

great place, mike was very helpful and honest… will definitely go back again a+! Superfast service, it wasn’t expensive at all like other places… I recommend this guy to everyone.

This was a great car repair place. We came right and the staff help us very quickie. We was in and out without any hustling us. Would recommend to other people

I saw some good reviews and I went in for my break and lights service. Who ever wrote a good review about this place must of been the lucky one in a million customer. The customer service was terrible! The owner is rude! Never have I felt threatened and discriminated as a client but that’s exactly what I felt at this place.
I must not lie the place was clean but the person in charge needs to improve on the owner to client behavior. They charge upfront taking your money before any service is done. I left angry and upset in addition feeling threatened, discriminated, and scammed.
Before coming here make sure to read not only the good reviews but also the opposing views. Some of the opposing reviews are similar to my experience at this place. First you walk in to the owner’s office which is on the left side of the establishment and from there it all starts. If you decide to take a chance by going there I hope that you’re the one in a million lucky customer.

This should be your go to place when needing a brake and light inspection the owner is a very honest man really helpful you feel like you’re being help by this place with helping you look for auto parts and anything else to do with your visit. I highly recommend this place it help me get my car what it needed and I wouldn’t have wanted to go to another place.

Wonderful owner he explain everything to me how it work what will he inspect nice guy he been in business for 25 years he has great experice an wonderful honest men i will come back if you need a brake and lamp inspection come to A&m auto repair

I came all the way from Pasadena to get a light and brake inspection not only did I save money but the service was great. The owner was very kind, helped me immediately. The shop open at 8 I was there at 730am and he still assisted me. Best part of all my car passed and I was on to have a great weekend. I recommend to anyone. Thank you A & M Auto Repair. Very Happy customer!

Best place to come get a break and light inspection. Fast service. Great attitude great prices

I’m a college student away from home and I had to get a light and break inspection completed. These guys took very good care of me. Their shop was clean which shows that they care about their business and the patrons visiting.
Additionally, they walked me through everything that they were doing with how much it costs. There were no surprise costs and they were incredibly respectfully and kind.
I will be using these guys again and would recommend them to anyone who needs work done on their car.

I’ve been coming here since before I even had a car! Misha is my parents mechanic and has been for over 20 years! His service is always top notch and his pricing is always fair. He may charge a bit more in some instances, but the quality of service is unmatched. His is a «to-​the-​point» kind of guy, no theatrics or frills. You tell him what’s wrong (what has happened), and he will have his guys take a look at it. He will sit you down in his office and then tell you what it may be, and what the cost associated with those things might be as well.
Again, EXTREMELY honest and always gets the job done and gets it done well. I highly recommend Misha and his Auto Shop.

Very polite & friendly. I was shown what needed to be fixed every step of the way. I was also informed of the cost of everything they were repairing. The shop was not busy. They were worth coming to. I sat in the office while my car was worked on.

Mike was very great and honest. His repair shop does quick and great service. I am a very satisfied customer. Thank you mike ! I recommended this place to everyone.

Honest and fast! Was in and out in 30
Minutes. Mike the owner greeted me with the full explanation of the process and checked in with me periodically to keep me posted. I appreciated the honesty. Will be back for other mechanical needs as well.

Have been using A & M services for years! Inspections and labor are always reasonably priced and completed in timely manner! Brought a previously-​owned car i was buying for the inspection before completing the purchase. Knew that i will have a peace of mind after A & M evaluation! Definitely reccomend it!

The best most honest auto repair
I couldn’t find a good shop for years
Michael found a problem that 3 other techs couldn’t find and fixed it for $ 180
Highly recommend

I came here to get a brake and light inspection and the process was quick and easy. The owner and mechanics were friendly and professional. I would definitely recommend this place not just for the inspection but for other repairs as well!

The owner of this garage is an a**hole. I got lured in by the low prices and got charged so much I could of went to another business with better customer service. I had two visits to the shop for a break and lamp inspection. I definitely couldn’t deal an a**hole working on my baby.
BE AWARE GO ANYWHERE BUT HERE. I FEEL CHEATED BY AN A**HOLE.