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July 2023 by Meryl O.
When my long time mechanic retired I was afraid I'd never find anyone I could trust. Thankfully, a neighbor suggested I contact Paul at El Gato. He was thorough and fair and recommended against doing expensive work that may not be worth it for my older car. When he was uncertain about something pertaining to my hybrid, he called a friend who specializes to check it out. Needing your car serviced is like going to the dentist - no one wants to be there, but with the right person doing the work, it can be a lot less painful
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January 2023 by Pamala G.
Paul is an awesome mechanic I trust no one else with my car. If you want somebody that's going to do the job and do it right the first time he's the one to take it to he might be a little more expensive but you know you're going to get the job done right?
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July 2022 by Google user
I normally don't write reviews but I've finally found an honest, meticulous mechanic. I had many issues with my 2015 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk that Normandin was going to charge me an arm and a leg for but Paul fixed em for 1/2 the cost. AND 1 issues that Paul even told me to go to the dealer to have them fix it because it should have been covered under warranty (saved me like $1200 bucks.) If it wasn't for him I would have gotten rid of my Jeep a long time ago. Super family oriented, fast, affordable, calls before doing, calls to update and willing to work with you and budget. Thank you, Paul.
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April 2022 by Seth Clark
I normally don't write reviews but I've finally found an honest, meticulous mechanic. I had many issues with my 2015 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk that Normandin was going to charge me an arm and a leg for but Paul fixed em for 1/2 the cost. AND 1 issues that Paul even told me to go to the dealer to have them fix it because it should have been covered under warranty (saved me like $1200 bucks.) If it wasn't for him I would have gotten rid of my Jeep a long time ago.Super family oriented, fast, affordable, calls before doing, calls to update and willing to work with you and budget. Thank you, Paul.Services: Steering & suspension repair
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September 2021 by Frank Wilson
Paul the owner is extremely rude and confrontational. Take your car somewhere else where the owner will appreciate you going there. Every occasion he has had an attitude and is just an angry person!
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September 2021 by Rod Goodman
My boss took his vehicle there and the owner Paul was very rudethe owner was very rude
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July 2021 by Nick Lerissa
Awesome place. Paul is tops!
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October 2020 by suzanne oehler
Sharing for anyone looking for a reliable, honest, and quality auto shop nearby. We’ve brought our cars to El Gato Automotive for years. Paul always takes good care of us (and our cars), whether an oil change or major service. His pricing is fair and he backs his work.Clean, spacious lounge with WiFi.Exceptional small business in the Cambrian/Campbell/Los Gatos area!
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October 2020 by Suzanne o.
Sharing for anyone looking for a reliable, honest, and quality auto shop nearby. We've brought our cars to El Gato Automotive for years. Paul always takes good care of us (and our cars), whether an oil change or major service. His pricing is fair and he backs his work. Clean, spacious lounge with WiFi. Exceptional small business in the Cambrian/Campbell/Los Gatos area!
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September 2020 by Hans Jorgensen
Paul is a great mechanic. I was having issues with carburetor on my 72 bronco. Paul fixed the issue and now it's running great! Very knowledgeable!
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July 2020 by Yuli H.
I don't usually write yelp reviews but the owner is just such a nice guy and he does a really great job. I called at 12 to schedule a service and I was able to bring it in at 1. The time between me getting out of the car to getting back in was probably less 30 minutes. My dad is very picky about who he gives his business to and he only lets us bring our cars here. Overall, great!
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July 2019 by A man trying to do good
1 star too generous
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July 2019 by Michael F.
Paul -- who is basically El Gato Auto -- has proven to us time and again that he is a competent first-class mechanic and an honest and fair man. We were directed to El Gato Auto in late 2017 by a friend. Since then Paul has demonstrated his extraordinary automotive repair skills on three of our vehicles and thousands of $$$$ of repairs. I still have no idea how Paul is able to assess and identify the problem(s), order parts and make repairs so quickly. I have owned several dozen auto's over the last 50+ years. As a bit of a 'gearhead' myself, I've turned enough wrenches to know that serious repairs need to be handled by real pro's. Paul is one of the most professional automobile mechanics that I have ever used. I highly recommend El Gato Auto to anyone in need of honest and professional auto services at a fair price.
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November 2018 by Jeff A.
Paul is a nice dude. Diagnosed my stupid Corolla issue without charging me. All I ask for from a mechanic is to not get screwed. Mission accomplished at El Gato Automotive.
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September 2018 by Gina R.
Just picked up my Chevy Avalanche from El Gato Automotive. Last night getting off the freeway my truck was stalling and driving funny. Pulled over and had my truck towed to Paul. Paul recommended not driving it because my check light was flashing. Dropped off my truck at night and by 9am the next morning Paul called with his recommendation, I was back on the road by noon! This is the third time I take my vehicle to him. I'll be taking all my vehicles to him even for the simple oil change. I trust his recommendations and his work. I took extra business cards because I will be referring him to my friends and family. Thank you Paul for making this whole process so smooth and easy!
