Express Auto Service

Rip off. Had all the fluid and filter. Got quoted for 110 $ for transmission fluid drain (labor onky), and $ 25 for oil change labor only. Highway robbery. Did not come here.

Was having a problem with my ’01 S-​10, took it to the dealer, they
couldn’t figure it out, said it was this, that, the other thing. Brought it to Express auto repair, after a friend recommended it. They found the problem, along with some other things the dealer missed and, or probably caused. Needles to say, better service, cheaper than the dealer, and a free car wash. I will be coming here for all future service and repairs.

I do know more about cars than most women, and Sam’s explanation of my problem was accurate, detailed, and fair. He also explained the parts and did not add anything that was not truly needed to the quote.
I brought my MINI to them, and then realized that I was able to get the repair covered by MINI at the dealer. Express Auto was very nice when I said I was not going to have them do the repair, and they did not put up a fight or try to convince me otherwise.
They quoted me very fair prices.

I really like this place. I’ve been coming here off and on for years and whenever I go back I always wonder why I ever stopped. From time to time I used to go to the Toyota dealer because for some reason the fact that it was the «dealer» made them better in my eyes, I was wrong in that thinking.
The guys here are so nice and really honest. It’s family owned and run and every time I go they are total straight shooters. They don’t pressure you to do anything and I never feel taken advantage of. Went today for an oil change and I was out quick. The owner told me to wait and then gave me a calendar and pen, I know its not a pot of gold but little things always make a difference.
I recommend to anyone in the Torrance area.

Got a «thump thump» from somewhere in your «trunk trunk»…roll yourself right in here. Need a bulb changed and you’re not bright enough to fix it yourself… done! Got an irritating squeak that’s driving you bonkers. c’mon down!
Luis and his staff are so nice and trustworthy! This is the place to come for anything, really: oil changes, repairs, and more. It’s a small shop with 2 auto bays… so for a larger job… you may want to call ahead so they’re expecting you and can plan accordingly.
My Mom has been coming here for years, and I’ve used Express Auto 5 – 6 times whenever I’m in Torrance to visit… and they’re always fair in price, and fast in service. What more do you want… a free car wash? Maybe… just ask them.

If I could give it NO stars I would. This place is a rip off! Wanted to charge $ 10 more for our «special» filter! We drive a corolla. One of the most popular cars.

Soooo… I’m kind of a procrastinator. Even with things that I shouldn’t be. Like my car. My change oil light has probably been on for 3 months. I know, I know. Not good for the car. But I got it fixed today alirght!!! Stop your griping!
Anywho, this little place is right by my office. I brought my car in around 11 to have them change the oil. Same price as Jiffy Lube I must add. Left my car there and around 3:00 I realized I still hadn’t gotten a call to say the whip was ready. I contacted them to learn that another car had taken much longer than they thought it would and they were just getting ready to work on my car then. Grrrrrrrr… now it’s my turn to gripe.
Half an hour later I got the call saying that it was ready to go. What made this experience go from a 3 star to a 4 star was that when I got there they explained that I had a special air filter that cost an xtra $ 10. I knew this, but was hoping it would go unnoticed. Because of the wait they decided to give it to me for free. Yay!
You also receive a free car wash from the neighboring car wash with an oil change and they gave me an extra golden ticket for an additional car wash also because I had so patiently waited. Definitely made me a happier girl!
It’s hard to find a nice mechanic. I’ve given up on finding one you can trust. But I will jump at the chance for a nice one any day. Thanks Express Auto Service!

My family and I have been taking our cars to this shop for years — they’re very reliable, honest and reasonably priced. Whenever I come in for an oil change, they look over my car for any general problems. They’re located on the Del Amo Car Wash site. And the last time I checked (about two months ago), you get a free car wash w/​any service.

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User Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
by RoadTrip
06/​06/​2009
My daughter’s car died on the 405 on her way to the Bay Area on Friday afternoon before Memorial day weekend. After talking with her I was pretty sure the clutch was toast, leaving her and the car stranded in Torrence.
We were able to contact my brother-​in-​law who recommended Luis at Express Auto. Luis confirmed the clutch was a problem and said he could order the parts and have the car ready for pickup the following Wednesday or Thursday. (Not bad for a 20 year Import)
I called Luis several times to discuss work in progress and he always took the time to talk options and was very knowledgeable about what needed to be done. Added to the original repair was a new clutch master cylinder, (It had a small leak which I already new about) slave cylinder and the two rear brake wheel cylinders were leaking so they were replaced, along with an oil change.
The car was ready for pickup the following Thursday and we picked it up and drove it back to the Bay Area without incident.
Next day I opened the hood to check the oil and to my surprise the transmission which had been removed to replace the clutch was cleaned and painted. Engine oil was exactly at the full mark.
I am very happy about the quality of work and service by Luis and his team, great communication they delivered 110%.