Charlie’s Japanese Car Service

Great place. Super nice service. Needed transmission service on my 2012 Honda Civic. I went to Charlie’s to compare prices and he said he’d do everything for $ 70!!! Before spending a bunch of money on car repair, do yourself a favor and compare prices with other shops before settling for the first place I recommend Charlie’s Car Service to everyone.

This father/​son business is absolutely amazing! Every time I come to the shop they fix my problem quickly and do a fantastic job. I swear they undercharge me, their prices are very fair. They are very honest mechanics, especially for someone like me (a young, blonde girl that is living 3000 miles away from home).

I’ve Been using Charlie for the past 14 years. He is loyal and never had a problem with him. I turned all my family members to him and they all love him. Always gives you an honest answer!!!

My go to mechanic.
Customer service 2^nd to none. Most honest mechanic I have met to date.
Fast and quick service, he has original brakes for my old 93 Corolla, only brakes that don’t squeal, only place I have ever found them. (Virginia, Florida, or SoCal)
He has on a few occasions looked at my car free of charge.

I’m so weary and cautious about mechanics or anything auto related and I trust these guys. They are amazing. Honest, affordable and reliable. Three things you rarely find at a mechanic. In fact you have a higher chance of seeing a unicorn. I guess a unicorn lives here. So happy to have been introduced to them.
Go to them, you will be happy. Unicorn.

I decided to try Charlie’s back in January 2013 after feeling I was getting ripped off by a different auto shop. With Charlie’s, I got good service then and in my visits since. I brought my 2001 Pathfinder to him again today, he checked for wear and tear on my axles after I had said the car was wobbling. There was nothing out of order and he suggested I get the tires balanced. Cost to me: $ 0! He has done diagnostics on my car when the check engine light would come on and if no work was needed, he actually would say that instead of trying to get me to do unnecessary repairs for which I’d be none the wiser. Cost for that: he charged me nothing. I just get a good feel for his honesty and have been very pleased with his work when I did need repairs.

Took my car here based on a recommendation. A previous mechanic told me that I had engine damage from overheating. Brought it here for a second opinion. He told me nothing was wrong with my car. Towed it back a few days later when it broke down. He told me I just needed new spark plugs, replaced them and charged me. When it broke down again shortly thereafter, took it to another mechanic. Sure enough, I did have engine damage and Charlie had NEVER REPLACED ANY SPARK PLUGS! This guy completely ripped me off and I ended up with more damage from driving around in a car that was overheating! SCAM ARTIST! Do not take your car here!!!

Believe what you read because Charlie is simply the best in the business. I have been taking my cars (all makes & models – American & Japanese) for close to 30 years now, and he’s been as honest, quick, reliable, hardworking, and dedicated as they could possibly come. HIs son and the other mechanics are also top notch.

Very trustworthy, honest guys. Quick service, very accommodating, great for me for mornings or weekends especially. Thanks!

You MUST take your car here, especially if it’s a Japanese make. Everyone who left a review is accurate: Charlie has many loyal customers who have been taking their cars to him for a very long time because they know he is completely honest. Hard to find people in the business like that.
PLUS, THE OWNER’S SON IS A TOTAL BABE!
I love you Paul! :)

Prompt service at last minute. Went there not sure what was wrong with my car. More trustworthy than the dealer. Upfront and not out to fleece you.

Always great prompt service. I’ve been using Charlie’s shop for a couple years now, and him and Jimmy never disappointed me.

My father and I have been using Charlie for a few years. I echo everyone else’s experiences in that Charlie is one of the most honest, efficient and trustworthy mechanics I’ve ever used. He always steers me toward the best decisions so that I can save money. If you’ve got a Japanese car don’t take it to the dealerships but bring your car to Charlie!

I wouldn’t trust anyone with my car after using Charlie. He’s honest, fairly priced and nice. If you have a toyota, I strongly suggest this place.

I’ve been taking my Nissan and Toyota vehicles to Charlie for the past 10 years. He is without a doubt the most trustworthy and skillful auto mechanic i have ever known. I recommend him hiighly to anyone who needs a mechanic they can trust. He has never gouged me on any repair and goes out of his way to save me money while doing the best quality work. Thank you Charlie — you are awesome! — Jim C