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Scotts Valley Transmission & Auto Care

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4.9
(185 reviews)
Review highlights

"They are the best transmission shop in the area. They are fast, efficient and their work is impeccable."

"Great service from office and staff."

"This place has always been my go-to auto service for my Diesel truck."


Overview

Categories

Auto repair shop

Appointments

Book appointment

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 - 4:00 PM

Saturday

Closed


Description

Scotts Valley Transmission & Auto Care If you’re a driver in the Santa Cruz area and are looking for a team of expert auto mechanics for transmission diagnosis and repair, diesel service and repair, and general auto repair, the expert service team at Scotts Valley Transmission & Auto Care would love to meet you. Our team of auto mechanics has over 75 years of combined experience servicing the cars and trucks of drivers throughout the Santa Cruz area. We provide service for most makes and models, specializing in Ford, GMC, Lexus, Toyota, Honda, Dodge, Acura, and Subaru. The team of auto repair technicians takes pride in our reputation for consistently delivering top-quality workmanship and customer service.


Services
Car Checks
Scheduled Maintenance
Auto A/C replacement
Fluids Checked
Work Trucks
Electrical
Major Repair
Engine Mounts
Minor Repairs
Brake service & repair
Sound Systems
Engine repair
Oil Filters
Diesel Repair Services
Automotive Service
General Auto Repair
Tire Rotation
Ignition System
Maintenance And Repairs
Transmission replacement
Steering & suspension repair
Electrical Diagnosis
Auto brake replacement
Vehicles Preventative Maintenance
Both Foreign And Domestic Vehicles
Auto Technicians
Car A/C Repair
Clutch Replacement
Electrical Systems
Cv Joints
Tires
Auto engine diagnostic
Transmission
Oil change
Tire rotations
Brakes
Exhaust
Diesel Engines
Battery
Goods Vehicles
Timing Belt Replacements
Fleet Maintenance
Ball Joints
Quickly Repair
Air conditioning
Import Services
Auto Body
Auto Mechanics
Power Steering Pumps
Water Pump Change

Reviews (38)

Feb 06, 2025

I have been coming here for years. Top notch customer service and always trust worthy. Ask for Brad, he's the best!


Feb 01, 2025

I took my vehicle to Brad at SV transmission and highly recommend. Brad was fair, honest and went above and beyond to help me with my vehicle. I really appreciate a solid local business that does honest and fair work- highly recommend! Thank you Brad and SV Transmission


Jan 30, 2025

We bring all of our vehicles here because we trust them. It is so great to have an honest mechanic who treats their customers well.


Jan 23, 2025

I own a 2005 Ford diesel Power Stroke truck with the 6.0 engine. SVT know these vehicles well! They work on other vehicles too. I like the professional auto repair shop set-up. Thank you Brad :)


Jan 09, 2025

Brad was very pleasant to work with. Very informative, professional and friendly. He even listened to this word-y old lady! lol! I now have a new auto repair technician👍🏼


Jan 06, 2025

Best auto service ever!! Repair and service outstanding!! I will never go any where else. 👍❤️


Jan 06, 2025

Good shop, I'll be back!


Jan 06, 2025

Highly recommend! Brad was knowledgeable, answered all my questions and explained all the details of the problem and the best solution. He was able to get my car in on short notice and was able to complete the repair same day. Will definitely return in the future.


Jan 06, 2025

I have been taking my car to SV Transmission for years. I wouldn't trust it to any other place. Good, honest, knowledgeable, reliable people.


Jan 06, 2025

The best mechanic shop l've found. Been coming here for about 5 years for everything from major transmission problems to just my oil changes. I love the detailed notes and report given after every visit. Fair pricing and honest, never upselling. I've double checked in with my best friends husband who owns a shop down south and he's always impressed also with all that l've mentioned above. I trust them 100%!


Dec 06, 2024

Always the best, and even more importantly, the most honest service.


Dec 06, 2024

Honest, reliable, fair pricing and solid advice!


Dec 06, 2024

I trust their work, they fit me in and did great work!


Dec 06, 2024

I've been taking all of cars to Scotts Valley Transmission for over 6 years.


Nov 06, 2024

Scotts Valley Transmission is the real deal, truly a rarity now days and simply exceptional. Brad and his team are great!!! A friend referred me and I will be returning. The young lady who answered the phone promptly scheduled me an appointment giving me multiple ways to drop my vehicle and options on dates. Upon arrival I was greeted, Brad took the time to educate me on what would be done, why it was needed and how to prevent problems in the future, all of this in a very honest way and in a fashion that I could actually understand. Truck was completed within the day just as quoted. Work performed was transmission fluid and filter exchange, oil change, and tire rotation. All of this was done for a very fair price and there were no surprises or gimmicks to try to get me to spend more. Straight up quality people doing quality work. Thank you SVTA !


Nov 06, 2024

fast quality service at a fair price.


Nov 06, 2024

I actually have been using Scotts Valley transmissions since the 1970s. And I just took my van in to get a new transmission or so I thought. I gave them every opportunity to sell me a new transmission, I actually really wanted one, but it was going to be about 3 grand. After leaving it there for half a day, I got a phone call saying you don't need a new transmission, The sound I was hearing did not warrant a new transmission at this time. Now here's the cool thing, I know I'm gonna need a new transmission sooner or later and that if I got the transmission work done there they would deduct the amount I paid them for testing the transmission out, that to me spoke wonders, I am glad to tell you that there are still a few honest service folks, and this is one of the places. In this day and age that is a rare thing. 10-21-2024 Well the day came. The Trans went out and these folks went way out of there way for me. they found a broken transaxle also. I was wondering what that sound was! Long story short. Its running again, and it was a fair deal. I only wish they were a full service shop. I need some engine work and i don't know where to take it.


Nov 06, 2024

Thank you for your great service and all the extra time you´ve spent with our car. I´d highly recommend you to anyone with auto problems. Gratefully, Tom


Oct 06, 2024

Brad and team were quick, efficient and communicated well. Highly recommend.


Oct 06, 2024

Brad's crew always provides the best service for my Ford F250 to keep it in top shape.


Sep 06, 2024

Believe it or not, there really is still a friendly, neighborhood auto shop that will change your oil and give your car a once-over for a reasonable price. Even better, they did everything promptly and without the upselling of dubiously-required air filters we've all come to dread. I'm extremely pleased with my experience at SVTAC and will definitely be back.


Sep 06, 2024

Honest place. Fair pricing. Great service.


Sep 06, 2024

Knowledgeable staff. Knows what they're doing and explains very well.


Sep 06, 2024

Quality work, reasonable price and confidence it was done well. What’s not to like !


Sep 06, 2024

Service was fast, well done, and clearly explained


Sep 06, 2024

Very accommodating and professional.


Sep 06, 2024

Worked with my schedule. Excellent service. Very professional


Aug 06, 2024

Brought my CR-V in because another shop recommended that I needed new brakes soon. Scotts Valley Auto Care did the diagnostics and found that I had at least 50% remaining on the brake pads and that I did not need new brakes at this time. They showed me pictures of the brake pads so I could see for myself.


Aug 06, 2024

Knowledgeable, honest and friendly!


Jul 06, 2024

Great service by Brad. He found an issue that I was having with my truck. He has fixed my trucks in the past and does a great job.


Jul 06, 2024

Super helpful, communicative and transparent about the work needed on my truck. Brad took the time to research parts for me that I can replace at a later date. Efficient and friendly, highly recommend!


Jul 06, 2024

Top notch shop. Very accommodating plus the owner has the same kind of vehicle as me. Knows his way around my ride


Jun 06, 2024

As always Brad and his team got us back on the road in a quick, professional and reasonable manner. Always the best. Thank you!


Jun 06, 2024

I would highly recommend Scotts Valley Transmission & Auto Care for not only your Transmission needs but any of your auto needs. Brad and his crew were absolutely amazing. They helped every step of the way. I needed to have my car towed to them. After being diagnosed, Brad took the time to explain all option available and the pros and cons of each. Once the work was completed, he informed my that rear breaks needed to be replaced. They were able to complete that work in a quick and timely manner. So much so that I was out of town and had to leave my vehicle there for a few days, until I got home. Since I picked it up it has been running amazingly. Super happy. We will be using Scott’s Valley Transmission for all our needs. Thank you all again…


Jun 06, 2024

My truck is 21 years old with over 100K miles. SVT and Auto Care in Scotts Valley is a service center I can trust to do excellent work and assure the cost is reasonable. Thumbs way up.


Jun 06, 2024

Top Rated Auto Repair Shop for Diesel Trucks! It is hard to find a shop that has solid professional knowledge on working with Diesel Trucks. We live in San Jose and have been looking for years for a reliable shop with reasonable rates for many years. We have been coming to Scotts Valley Transmission Shop for 2 years now. Started with a Transmission issue which they took care of right away and have not had any problems since. We were happy to find that they perform all Auto Repair Services for our routine maintenance on Diesels. We have been extremely satisfied with their team of Professional Auto Technicians, their friendly Customer Service and prices are more then fair. We have to drive a little but it is worth it and they have won our business. Highly Recommend them to all family and friends.


May 06, 2024

My last visit a day ago involved a faulty plug coil. Brad diagnosed the problem and verified its accuracy by using/switching the assembly onto a different plug to see if that misfired as the other. I had my car back in one-day-turnaround. How excellent is that ?!


May 06, 2024

wish I taken my truck here in the first place .. even Toyota dealer couldn't solve my issue ... thanks