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November 2023 by Jerry Nichols
Friendly and efficient. They've always done a good job on both of our cars.Services: Auto battery replacement
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November 2023 by Graham Hurvitz
Oren is always there to greet you with a smile and always makes an effort to accommodate service at the last minute. His staff are polite and attentive to details.Services: Exhaust
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September 2023 by Myrna Mcdaniel
My experiences here have consistently been marked by top-notch service. They treat you like family and always provide fair pricing for all their services. If you find yourself in need of automotive assistance in the Santa Barbara area, I wholeheartedly recommend them. The staff is not only trustworthy but also remarkably kind and helpful. Oren and Erik, in particular, are friendly, approachable individuals who possess an extensive knowledge of auto mechanics. They consistently go the extra mile on every job they undertake. In my opinion, this level of service is exceedingly rare to come by.Services: Tires
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September 2023 by Emma DiStefano-Karoff
Everyone that works here is exceptional. I have always received the best service here. They take care of you like you are family and always fairly price all services. I would 100% recommend using them for all your future car needs when you are in the Santa Barbara area. Very trustworthy, kind and helpful staff.
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September 2023 by Paige Propst
So far above!! Three Michelin Stars!! Eric makes you feel at home. My first time, sceduled maitenance. Courteous, provide amazing customer service and even return your vehicle washed! Look forward to no greese left behind on my floor and seat! Most of all fair prices and do NOT upsell!! I am so thankful to find them. My neighbor has gone their for years!
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September 2023 by Alicia A.
My Jeep grand Cherokee's power steering went out and I had taken to another mechanic to try and see what was wrong and they missed the entire diagnosis and dismissed it as electrical or a problem with my wheels. Luckily I went to Oren automotive after being referred from personal acquaintance. I called and same day checked it out, even though I didn't have an official appointment- I was nervous to drive it anymore with my kids in car or make matters worse. They ran a quick diagnostic test and then immediately spotted the power steering fluid leek and in under 10 minutes they had the problem figured out and we're ordering the required fluid from Jeep and part. Oren and his team explained everything to me and gave me good advice to not drive it anymore and would make problems worse. I was stressed to not have my car as a working full time parent so suddenly... but he had it in and out in under 4 days even though he was slammed with other cars that week. Jeep dealership told me 3 weeks to get in. They gave me a very fair estimate and even fixed my headlight while in the shop that had been going in and out. The car was washed upon pick up!! Oren is personable and funny! I will always take my car to this mechanic shop and so thankful for their honesty and treating me like a friend I could trust! A month later I am writing this review and everything has been perfect with my car!
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July 2023 by Kebi Howe
Oren and his staff go above and beyond for their clients. They do great work, fair pricing, and they even have a driver to take you home after dropping off your car!! 100% recommend, will never go to another automotive place again!Services: Auto windshield repair
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June 2023 by Jason J.
Oren's automotive is awesome! They helped me out and got me in and out. Super friendly employees who are eager to help you out. I highly recommend taking your car to Oren's.
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June 2023 by Bailey M.
I'm a recent college grad and have been taking my car to Orens for the past 2 years for the best price and service! I have a used Honda Accord which didn't get much of the 100,000 mile servicing done that is was supposed to by the previous owners. When I had issues with my battery and ignition I took it to Oren's for the cheapest price in town. They make sure you know what needs to be fixed now and what you can actually get away with replacing later and, as a result, have bought me a lot of time to save up for the aforementioned repairs I will be needing to make soon. My car always leaves the shop freshly cleaned and in tip-top shape! I was in today on short-notice to replace one of my headlights and they had me back out of the shop in minutes. I will continue to take my car here as long as I'm living in S.B. and will be very sorry to try to find a mechanic as trust worthy, when I do leave.
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May 2023 by Nick E.
Worst service I have ever received. I'd give the 0 stars if I could. Not only do they charge 2x as much as they initially quoted me, but gave me a $800 bill to diagnose my AC is broken and needs to be replaced ENTIRELY. I understand labor can be intensive but snaking people out of money without consent of more work than initially quoted, knowing the system is defective is unethical. I would recommend "The Shop" or any auto shop that conducts business with integrity. This is not the first time, they've taken advantage of people out of town. DON 'T TAKE YOUR CAR HERE!
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April 2023 by Brent Cavender
I've gone to Oren's automotive for 8+ years now. It comes down to one thing: When I bring my car in, I've learned that they are going to speak truth about whether a repair is actually necessary, or if it can safely wait till some later date, and when and how. When they do perform repair services, things are done with attention to detail. I wish I could get in sooner sometimes, but I understand why so many trust Oren and his team.Services: Steering & suspension repair
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April 2023 by Jonathan Oh
"I recently had my car serviced at Oren’s Automotive Shop and I couldn't be happier with the experience. The staff were incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, and they went above and beyond to make sure I was satisfied with the service. I needed to get my headlights replaced when I came in.The repairs were completed quickly and efficiently, and my car has been running perfectly ever since. The price was also very reasonable for the level of service provided. Overall, I would highly recommend Oren’s Automotive Shop to anyone in need of automotive services. Five stars!"Services: Electrical repair
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February 2023 by Rahim B.
I recently began to smell burning oil coming from my engine after drives. Took it to Oren's after being recommended by the guy who rotated my tires... and wasn't very impressed with the service. They charged me $200+ for a diagnostic (i should have looked into other shops first, since ever other shop I called after estimated their diagnostics around $100 or less). The diagnostic showed that I had oil leaking from a valve cover in my engine, which Oren's told me would cost about $1,200 to fix. I asked them to check my oil levels to make sure I could drive it home that day so I could call around for other shop's prices. They told me my oil levels looked normal, so I declined the repair and went home to call other shops. I called ~5 other shops in Santa Barbara and Goleta and explained what Oren's had said based on their diagnostic. All of the other shops told me that they would need to do their own diagnostic to be sure if Oren's was right about the problem, but that if they were, it would cost a couple hundred dollars at most. One shop told me Oren's was beyond ripping me off asking for almost triple what they usually charge for similar repairs. I ended up being able to get the valve cover repaired under warranty, and luckily didn't have to pay a thing, other than Oren's weirdly expensive $200 diagnostic exam. But I'm still just annoyed that they tried to (at least, according to multiple other shops in the area) charge me way more than was warranted for a relatively simple repair. I'm sure their service is quality for that price, but you can find cheaper options throughout Goleta and Santa Barbara, I promise! So, if you get recommended to come here, I would suggest checking out a few other places as well.
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January 2023 by Keith Fung
Good service but very expensive. Oren and Erik and are nice guys and know their cars, but overall I was disappointed in how costly they were. I had brakes, rotors, oil, and an electrical diagnisis done and was surprised to see my bill come to over $2700 (one reason is they charge $210 an hour labor vs. $165 at my other mechanic). Two other mechanics looked over my bill afterward and said they would have been about $1000 lower.
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January 2023 by Marie Flores
I've been going to Oren for my automotive needs since moving to Santa Barbara in 2007. He is a wonderful human and is very knowledgable and trustworthy. When I've had to have major work done, he always gives me different options to help save $$. Most recently, my car audio died and he referred me to a local business that replaced it for less than if I'd taken it to the dealership. I've taken four different vehicles to him over the years and will continue to do so. Thanks so much Oren!Services: Tire rotations
