Japanese Auto Tech

Jan 16, 2025

So this review is definitely a long time coming considering I've been taking my two Toyota Prius cars to Japanese Auto Tech since 2012. I know it’s tough to find an auto repair shop you can rely on so I had to write about how impressive was my recent visit here. My 2nd generation Toyota Prius needed a new hybrid battery pack. The worst problem to experience around the holidays. But my guy Paul took care of it. As always, he was excellent at getting the job done quickly, keeping me informed about the process, and all without any unnecessary upselling. Plus they're completely transparent about pricing. It's such a relief to know you can get quality service by a team who genuinely cares about doing things the right way. I trust this shop so much that I’m willing to drive 45 minutes to have them handle my car. If you’re looking for a repair shop you can actually rely on, I highly recommend this place!

Jan 06, 2025

The owner is an honest and hard-working man. I took my suv in for 30K miles maintenance, and it took less than 2 hours.

Sep 06, 2024

Paul is honest and so kind. The only mechanic I trust working on my Lexus. The reviews are all spot on. Highly recommend!

Sep 06, 2024

Excellent service and customer service! Paul is super knowledgable and friendly. I have been going to this mechanic now for over 13 years. I appreciate how honest and upfront this shop is and they do excellent work.

Feb 06, 2024

A rarity among auto repair technicians / shops. Paul clearly explained what services he would provide, and what the cost of each service element would be. Additionally, he told me when my car would be ready. In the end, he was a person of his word. If you have a Japanese model automobile, this is the place to go!

Feb 06, 2024

Nice.

Feb 06, 2024

Paul is a great person and a really, really trustworthy person, and can trust him 100%

Feb 06, 2024

Very honest

Feb 06, 2023

The JAT owner was not trustworthy. Over flatted cost of repairs and over-exaggerate the damages found.

Feb 06, 2023

Very nice place. Kind technician!

Feb 06, 2022

As a place that provides a service, it won't be perfect as mistakes can happen at anytime but I feel the people at JAT are honest and are good at their jobs. Been going here a few years and I have never felt I was taken advantage of. Prices always felt reasonable and the car always got fixed. A honest mechanic, its all we need right?

Feb 06, 2022

Been taking my truck here for nearly ten years. Always timely and well-priced. I'm never worried that I'll be talked into anything I don't need. If you're looking for a trustworthy mechanic, Young is your guy.

Feb 06, 2022

Called to ask a few questions and they were very impatient and rude. Not the most understanding or easy to talk to but that’s my experience.

Feb 06, 2022

He did a big repair, and replacement of original pieces. By Paul (the owner) request all the pieces were bought and brought to him, as he did not wanted to deal with buying the pieces. It was requested to give back the original pieces, however he didn’t without previous notification, and when asked about it he stated that he sold them as junk as he thought the payment for the repair was too low. Repairs took way longer as well and then he rushed to be picked up. It seems nice at the beginning but then becomes unprofessional.

Feb 06, 2022

Paul was pleasant to deal with and was one of the most knowledgeable mechanics I've ever met. I'll be taking my car here from now on.

Feb 06, 2021

Paul went out of his way to help me out when my Toyota broke down near his shop. 1) He offered to stay late so that I could drop off then pick up my car. 2) He offered me a discounted price. 3) He explained the issue my car was having and how I can avoid such issues in the future. He showed me the damaged parts in my engine, and we popped the hood and went over all the fixes he made. Paul was honestly the nicest guy and I will certainly use him in the future even though his shop isn't the closest mechanic to my house. He's the kind of mechanic anyone would want a relationship with.

Feb 06, 2021

The owner of this shop (Paul) has been working on my car for loooooong time. He's the most honest and fair mechanic I've ever. I won't buy a used car without his explicit permission! 1000000% recommended

Feb 06, 2021

Very happy and I’ll definitely be bringing my vehicle back here for any future maintenance. Price is fair and honest

Feb 06, 2020

3rd time I've taken my old Mustang in. Each time, Young has shown me EXACTLY what was wrong, as well as the most cost effective and safest options for repairs. My husband also takes his car to Young, and has had the same excellent service. We appreciate having such a great mechanic and honest business to turn to whenever car issues happen. Thanks guys!

Feb 06, 2020

Love this place. Been coming here for years. I refer everyone I know to Japanese Auto Tech

Feb 06, 2020

My go to mechanic. Yoon knows his stuff and definitely makes sure you get the best value. He'll make recommendations on parts and whether you really need oem or aftermarket to give you an option to save.

Feb 06, 2020

This man is not knowledgeable at all about cars, I asked to have my tie rods and axles replaced and he insisted my frame was bent and replacing my tie rods and getting an alignment would not fix my problem. I then went to fire stone down the road and they not only replaced what I asked but they permanently fixed my alignment issue as to there was no frame damage. Lack of knowledge when it comes to cars

Feb 06, 2020

Very nice little garage on Miramar road. Very professional with reasonable price. And if they cannot help you they will find a good place for you to go to. For example during my last visit they gave me the name of a very good shop to fix the crack in my windshield.

Feb 06, 2020

Young is great and very helpful! Definitely our place of choice!

Feb 06, 2020

👍 Technician, Young, is very personable 👍 Price is fair 👍 Service is great

Feb 06, 2019

Love Young and everyone here!!! Trust their work and honesty. I can’t say enough about how excellent the work and prices are! Thank you, Japanese Auto Tech!!!

Feb 06, 2019

Love taking my vehicles there! I drive from about an hour away because I truly believe that they do great and honest service never trying to advise you on anything more than what's needed. I wish I could believe in any auto service like that! When I ask to have a service done well before it was needed, Yung told me so. He would perform it if I wanted but advise me on waiting for my next scheduled maintenance which would make more sense of when it would actually be a good time to do so. It's not just about making money but performing a great service when its necessary and or needed! I can appreciate honesty like that!

Feb 06, 2019

The most honest and respectable mechanic I have met here on the west coast! Really explains and do his very best to take care of his clients! From the 1st time I took my work vehicle there I knew this was the guy to bring all my personal vehicles to! Very fair in his pricing and never tried to get you to do something that's not necessary to repair your vehicle! If you need your car looked at or repaired, this is the place that I highly recommend to bring it to! You can't go wrong in this choice!