https://cdn.trust-mechanics.com/photos/l8nq22ZXBs8Pc4l5nrpo/798ddda3-1b1f-46b4-8b2b-2bd890641d8a_720x720
https://cdn.trust-mechanics.com/photos/l8nq22ZXBs8Pc4l5nrpo/da09b2c3-db13-4027-9fc2-8efddd7346f4_720x720
https://cdn.trust-mechanics.com/photos/l8nq22ZXBs8Pc4l5nrpo/db76af24-6c67-4138-bde8-2c1f520301b5_720x720
https://cdn.trust-mechanics.com/photos/l8nq22ZXBs8Pc4l5nrpo/5d15607c-5982-4a5a-92cc-9bcc41dd58f1_720x720
https://cdn.trust-mechanics.com/photos/l8nq22ZXBs8Pc4l5nrpo/78c24a9d-fcc9-43a1-b4ec-0ea6a6d31cca_720x720

Hidden Valley Automotive

5

4

3

2

1

4.4
(11 reviews)
Review highlights

"… a cost effective replacement. Even while taking up space on his lot he never pressured me into any decisions. He has a great team that I would return to anytime."

"They are so easy to work with and are really nice people."


Overview

Categories

Auto repair shop


Hours

Sunday

Closed

Monday

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday

Closed


Services
Auto brake repair
Car Maintenance
Engine repair
Service & Maintenance
Oil change
Engine Rebuild
Complete Engine
Air conditioning
Brakes
Major Repairs
Air & cabin filter replacement
Complete Engine Rebuild
Electrical repair
Transmission repair
Transmission

Reviews (8)

Feb 07, 2024

Dan is an excellent mechanic and most of all is trustworthy. He helped me diagnose my failing truck engine and put time into finding a cost effective replacement. Even while taking up space on his lot he never pressured me into any decisions. He has a great team that I would return to anytime.


Feb 07, 2024

I've recently gone to this shop three times over last few months with various auto issues for my BMW and Volvo. They've done repairs and diagnostics and been very efficient in getting things right. Dan is the new owner and is easy to talk with and has a sense of humor which seems to be lacking in other auto shop owners these days.


Feb 07, 2023

My 2014 Mini runs like new! Hidden Valley seems to be one of a few auto shops near Santa Cruz who understand Minis. Old school shop, excellent service and a lot easier than going to the Mini dealer.


Feb 07, 2023

Went to change my air filter and found quite a few issues I had to fix after they serviced my vehicle. I would NOT recommend this shop. They did not clip back in a cable that supplies power to the coil ignition and was resting on the engine block and almost burnt through it. They also did not properly seat the hose that goes from the air filter box to the intake manifold and tore a big hole in the side which I had to repair. I'm surprised it didn't throw a fuel evap leakage code. The younger guy working there seems jaded and disrespectful and the older guy just needs to retire. Although they fixed the issues with my car I was really hoping they would've done a better job as I had spent over 2000 in repairs...


Feb 07, 2020

I have been going to Hidden Valley for 30 years and I have always been thoroughly happy with their service. They have fixed every problem with all of the vehicles in the family. They are so easy to work with and are really nice people. They have won my loyalty.


Feb 07, 2020

very friendly and conscientious work 👌


Feb 07, 2019

Best Shop. I have taken several different vehicles here numerous times, always happy with their service. They won't upsell or give me stuff I don't need; they give me what I ask for and make recommendations when appropriate. Trustworthy, reasonable, reliable. Not affiliated in any way.


Feb 07, 2019

I had my BMW 325 there several times for various issues only to receive fast, reliable and fair service!