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October 2023 by Francesca Honaker
$60 for smog test, took about 30 minutes all in all great!
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September 2023 by Alfredo Liburd
This is the class "A" act in terms of professionalism and attention to detail. May these attributes provide you continuous success!
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June 2023 by A C.
We have been coming here for over 16 years and they are the best mechanics. Trust worthy and adorable. I have had my cars serviced here and they always do a fantastic job.
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February 2023 by Edward P.
I always take my car to get service as I drive to LA every week. Hoa is fair, efficient, humane, and diagnosis what I need, not what he wants. I get access on the weekends, early weekday, and get my car safe and sound for another 5,000 miles.
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February 2023 by Blanca Villegas
Nice fast and very great service.. Didn't have to wait at all. Got a smog check and in 20 minutes was ready to go. The gentleman man that help me was very friendly .
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January 2023 by Scott H.
16 years and running is how long I've been going to Platinum. Hoa was referred to me when I moved to the area. He is among the hardest working, competent and trustworthy people I know. We've been through every type of maintenance over the years, including engine and transmission rebuilds -- every oil change, brake repair, engine repair, belt replacement, suspension replacement, smog check, smog service, CV boot replacement, etc, etc, on our cars has been done by Hoa. His pricing has always been very fair and he always gives me a heads up of what work will need to likely be done in the future. His work has always held up as I'd expect. I think one time years ago I didn't feel good about the way something worked out, told him about it and we worked through it fairly. I believe if you want to see how good your relationship is, see how it goes when you have to work through a problem with someone. Hoa's up front and on-target about how long things will take and when he can get me in. Don't take my word for it, stop by his shop sometime. Invariably, he's full up and the Pep Boys 20 feet west of him is sitting empty except the Amazon vans that PB is contracted to service. To boot, Hoa's got an amazing family too that I've had a chance to meet over the years. Now, he may seem to be in a hurry when you talk to him on the phone or in the shop but just keep in mind he's not only doing and managing all the repair work, but he's also the guy explaining work to be done/completed to every customer, opening the shop before business and closing up after AND doing all the burdensome administrative stuff required of business owners to keep the doors open. He's a busy guy because he has such a sterling reputation!
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October 2021 by geri coronado
I take my car here when I need any work done. Very professional. All experiences have been positive. Would definitely recommend.Service: General repairs & maintenance
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September 2021 by Kristen E. Loven
I have trusted Hoa with all our family vehicles since 2003, he does quality work, always competitively priced and most importantly, he is trustworthy and reliable. No matter where we have lived around SD county, we ALWAYS drive to San Marcos for Hoa, because he is THE BEST.
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July 2021 by Steven Wulf
Convenient location to get an oil change and a smog done all at the same time. Prices are very good and the service is fast and friendly. I definitely will be returning.
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April 2021 by Katherine Johnson
Great shop. Easy to find location. The owner HOA was kind and honest. Will be back again.
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April 2021 by Kristen Loven
I have trusted Hoa with all our family vehicles since 2003, he does quality work, always competitively priced and most importantly, he is trustworthy and reliable. No matter where we have lived around SD county, we ALWAYS drive to San Marcos for Hoa, because he is THE BEST.
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November 2020 by Jose Larios
I took my truck due to lack of power and engine and engine light turning on and traction control. I had went to the pep Boys in front of Platinum Auto and pep Boys kind of told me to take a hike and come back tomorrow or the following day. The auto tech at Platinum Auto took good care of my vehicle. The auto tech did not just fix the problem they did a full checkup on the vehicle to ensure nothing was wrong without even asking also I deliberately reset the oil on vehicle to see if they would just fix the problem and not look over vehicle. That right there is service now I know where to take my vehicle for all my services. I will most definitely recommend this place to anyone.
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November 2020 by Griffin H.
The Owner Hoa, and his crew at Platinum Auto are stand up honest and trustworthy mechanics. I was referred to this shop by my neighbor across the street. No i have been bringing my cars my wife's cars to be serviced at Platinum Auto. As well as my brother and the rest of my family take there cars to Platinum Auto also. The work is top notch, they are always on time will get you in and out. Weather it's breaks, timing belt or a crank shaft sensor. I have had them all done exceptionally well at Platinum Auto. My name is Griffin and I highly recommend Platnium Auto
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October 2020 by Paul M.
I just moved back to San Marcos after 29 years living up in Menifee and needed to find a new mechanic. I looked on Yelp and the Nextdoor app and found some good reviews on Platinum Auto and the owner Hoa. I called and made an appointment for the next day. My '06 Camry was making an awe full noise so I had it towed to Platinum Auto. Hoa called several hours later to let me know what was wrong with my car and I gave him the go ahead to have it repaired. When the car was finished the next day and Hoa called to say it was ready and told me the oil looked a little dirty and asked if I wanted an oil change before I come pick it. When I arrived at Platinum Auto Hoa showed me the parts that needed to be replaced and why it needed replacing. He took me downstairs under the car to show me what he did. I was very happy that Hoa fixed my car and his prices were reasonable and he didn't try to sell me on having any additional work done. I appreciated his honesty and will definitely will be taking my car in the future.
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October 2020 by Thao T.
My entire family and extended family all go to Hoa Nguyen for all of our car maintenance needs for decades now. He is an honest man and cares about his customers and their safety. His price his fair and he is very thorough in all his work.
