Monterey Auto Tech 1

To say that Quang is the absolute best, would be a complete understatement. I cannot tell you how much I am impressed by his impeccable work and customer service every time I bring my cars to him.
I took my civic here after finding Monterey Auto Tech here on Unilocal.I have since come back to Quang many, many times. I have never been so happy to recommend a genuinely honest good and hard working mechanic.
I have brought several of my family members cars here for various reasons… air conditioning relay on a 2008 PT Cruiser, Suspension and Basic Overhaul 2002 Ford Explorer. Breaks, pads and rotors on 2011 Toyota 4Runner and 2010 Toyota Camry. Numerous oil changes and more. Seriously the list goes on… because I can’t say enough what a great place this is!
Basically, if you want legendary customer service, honest knowledge about your car and great work, come see Quang.

Great customer support! You need to make an appointment for any work but this way, no wasting extra time waiting to be done!

Just to give a background. There was a problem with the AC on my car. Toyota service center had my car for over a day, they did all kind of tests but couldn’t find the problem. They charged me an arm and a leg. Their recommendation was to get my compressor replaced. This would have cost me close to $ 1500!
So I decided to take car to Monterey auto. Quang did a leak test and found the problem within 45min. Turns out that it was a leaky O ring right at the front. My AC works great now. The whole thing took less than 2h and cost me $ 180. He also took time to clearly explain the problem and work done. Highly recommend his business. I will use Monterey auto tech from now on.

Quang is the man! I took my civic here for a bad oil leak. He diagnosed it snd it turns out it was the oil pump seal. He recommended me to have the timing belt done too so that I don’t have to do it and pay for labor again. He is honest and trustworthy. He asked me to take my car back to have it checked out to make sure everything works out properly. I would go back here again for bigger car problems such as this. Go here!

This place is awesome. Brought in my chevy malibu 2015 after a collision. I am a happy customer. Very great employees. Awesome lobby my husband loved their antique decoration Highly recommended!!! You won’t be disappointed or taken advantage of by this business!!! Super honest people

This place is awesome. They are a fast clean smog check machine. Had me in and out fast. Very great employees and waiting room is clean. Highly my recommended!!! You won’t be disappointed or taken advantage of by this business!!!

Quang and his staff were straight shooters and professional. Provided me a ballpark quote over the phone for a brake replacement and rotar re-​surfacing on a Volvo XC90. Brought the vehicle down several days later (they were booked out 3 – 4 days … which indicates something about the quality and demand for their services). Car was completed within the allotted time frame after dropping it off — 2 hours — and within the quoted price provided. They even topped off my fluids and checked my tire pressure (turns out tires were over inflated) without my asking and at no addl charge. Great auto mechanic. Professional, timely and honest.

I would give them more stars if I could! Quang has been working on my car for 4 years now (found him through Unilocal!when I moved to San Jose) and I wouldn’t trust anyone else with it. He explains what is wrong and what needs to be done to fix it in a way that I can understand… that alone is amazing! If you are looking for a trustworthy mechanic, come to Monterey Auto Teach 1. Their prices are fair, their work is on point, and they have the best customer service around. They are also very flexible with appointments and are usually able to squeeze me whenever I need. Thank you Quang! I don’t know what I would do without your help with my car!

Quang is the best. I’ve been taking my car here for years and he’s consistently done a great job. His prices are fair and he’ll even take his time to explain what he fixed in plain speak so you understand. I trust him with my car and certainly recommend him for anyone in the area.
The bottom line is if you’re looking for a reliable mechanic your search is over. How nice is that?

Today I went in to have my transmission fluid changed. I’m sketchy of places I take my car to when I need work done. I no longer have to search for a repair shop, THIS IS THE ONE! Quang was so very helpful. He took the time to show me the process of how my fluid was changed. He even pointed out some valve cover gaskets that are leaking. I’ve been smelling oil burning and thanx to Quang’s assistant I’m able to get the proper maintenance required to fix this. Excellent experience here I will be back.

The owner is very honest and straight forward.

Made an appointment and started right on time took about 15 minutes and I was out of there for an oil change. Courteous and the owner seems like he really wants to take care of you been in business for 15 years now A+ thanks Kwong!

These people know their stuff and won’t rip you off ever. Labor rates and parts are always competitive. I work on my car but it’s hard to beat their prices even when I do my own labor. The only place I trust with my car hands down.

This is the most consistently efficient, professional, and courteous place I’ve been to in a long time. I highly recommend trusting them with your car.

I finally found a great and trustworthy mechanic. I found AQuang via Unilocal,thanks, Unilocalers!!! I first brought my baby, the Lexus SC430 for a catalyst converter replacement. It was hella expensive since the law requires the original part. AQuang felt bad and gave me the best price that he could. He also replaced my battery and checked my tires. He made sure that I change my tires soon since they have been worn out. He suggested to replace these run flat tires with non run flat tires since the run will be smoother and tires will be cheaper and last longer. He also showed me which type I should get from Costco and which spare tire I need from ebay. I was delaying the tire replacement and one day, on highway 101, at more than 60mph, one tire gave out on me. It pretty much fell apart!!! Thank God I was ok.
I came back for him to check out my Ford Expedition since the check engine light went in and out once in a while and to see why the water doesn’t work on my windshield wiper. He checked out my car right the way and replaced the pump for me, windshield wiper works perfectly now. He suggested me to bring the car back as soon as the light turns on again since he couldn’t find exactly what was wrong with it.
Things I really like about AQuang:
1. He has one of the best customer services and is so easy to talk to.
2. He explains the problem and what options I have and which one he thinks is best for my case.
3. His price seems to be very reasonable.
4. He knows his/​car stuff very well.
5. Safety is his number one concern and he makes sure his customers know and follow steps to protect themselves.
6. The garage is big, clean, well organized and the location is so easy to get in and out.
7. His team also seems to be so nice and professional.
I really like my new mechanic since I trust him and his knowledge. I will bring both of my cars and my Dad’s car over here from now on!!!

This review is long over due. I just recently visited and told myself, get on the review.
Since the first time I stepped in the shop a couple years ago, I’ve always been pleased and satisfied with customer serivce. Quang and his team do quality work, and I have made them my go-​to guys for any little to major tune ups. There has been at least 2 – 3 times that I needed Quang’s services last minute, and he’s does it. It’s almost a sad joke how last minute I am with them, and they still take me in.
I even go there for oil changes now and my son and I chill in air conditioned waiting room with cable tv, while my oil change is done with a timely manner. My civic uses full sythetic oil and i know this place uses the best, not some cheap stuff. 2 honda civics later and I’m backing the shop for life. No doubt. –erik
«You pay for what you get, and that’s how it goes.»

FINALLY found a mechanic I’m happy to visit. I am 100% never going any other place again as long as i can help it. My coworker referred me to Quang after basically saying what I just said. Went in for a new motor mount and a leak in my head gasket for a 2007 ford focus.
After getting completely bent over and taken for a $ 700 ride by Frontier Ford who «performed» their service pkg C (absolutely didn’t do a thing. Said they checked lights as part of package. I actually went in with a bad headlight — not fixed), I was super pissed, needed someone reliable, and didn’t trust the dealership to do (or not do) another damn thing to the car.
I called Quang yesterday. He said he was pretty busy but would at least take a look at everything for me and we could schedule time later. I called him up this morning and someone had to cancel so he said i could bring the car by today and gave me a quote which was better than anything I had seen anywhere else. He gave my fiancé and I a time estimate and told us what he’d be doing. He finished early, threw in a little extra work for free and, welcomed us to call him up anytime with questions or for advice.
Holy metal marvels, Batman, the car runs as beautifully as the day we got it! Absolutely earned every star and deserves more.

I found out about Monterey Auto Tech1 through Unilocal and had my 2006 Toyota Highlander engine replaced with a used on in less than 2 weeks. I went to the Toyota dealer in Santa Cruz and they told me the same thing but Quang, the owner recommended I replace a lot of parts for maintenance purposes. I really liked him for his honesty. I also paid extra for a 2 year warranty and still saved a bit of money.
I just took it back after a year and a half because the check engine and SVC light came on and he found out I needed the catalytic converters, 2 of them needed replacement. He called me next day after I dropped it off and finished it the day after that. So, I got it back in 2 days from
the time I dropped it off.
I recommend you call Quang and you will end up having a great experience with him and his staff repairing your car.

This is a long overdue review. Quong is a very chill dude.
Took my car in since the it has been having trouble starting up every now and then, and it wasn’t the engine nor the battery. The car was actually checked at Tires Unlimited not too long ago for a brake and tire change, and I did ask them to see if they can figure out what was causing the problem. Tires Unlimited had no answer. Being very dependent the transportation the vehicle is able to provide, I looked up on Unilocal and saw so many positive reviews on Monterey Auto Tech, and Quong himself, so I thought why not give it a try.
Came in on a Tuesday afternoon and told him that it would be very much appreciated if he can work on it ASAP. He called back the next day after 9am and told me that the idle air control actuator/​valve was too old and needed to be replaced. He was very accommodating when I told him that as a college student that commutes I do hope to maintain my expense to a reasonable amount. He didn’t charge me for the inspection. He pretty much asked me to pay for the labor and the part, and told me that the car will be done in the afternoon, and it was. Wow. That is efficiency. Regardless of how big or the small the issue is, he handled it in a very friendly yet professional manner and was able to deliver. I would really recommend to give Quong a try if you are looking for an autoshop to help out with your needs.

Just came in here for an oil change. $ 30. I do all my repairs here and its worth the 25 minute drive here just for the oil change. I called the day before and even though he was booked, he was able to squeeze me in. Owner is really nice and remembers me everytime I go. Can’t get a better repair shop than this.
Final Thought: Look no further, you won’t be disappointed!