California Auto Center316 El Camino Real, Millbrae, CA • 2510mi650-692-5222

My car air conditioning wasn't working properly, blowing hot air. I was able to schedule an appointment easily on the same week. On arriving, they had their...

Got a quote from CAC. It was prompt and fast response. Made an appointment and Alex was very friendly and accommodating. When I picked up my car, he was...

Quality car care with service you can trust. I feel like they update you about your car and let you know what the cost is to repair. Or your brakes are at...

Services I got : tire balance rotation and alignment Price: accurate from estimate quote They were able to attend to my car right at my appointment time....

We had unexpected car trouble (intermittent noise, sounded like metal rubbing together) while visiting the Bay Area. We looked through a list of...

Came in for tires alignment and was able to book an appointment right away. When I pulled up front desk guy took my info right away and took the keys, less...

Great customer service and a friendly shop with very good prices. Got an oil change for $34 after bringing my own oil and filter. They also helpfully...

I made appointments for front wheel alignment for my RAV4 which I just brought 4 new tires at Costco, when I arrive I miss the shop and mistaken auto zone...

PO quoted me a price comparison to my dealership, i went to another auto shop in So San Francisco for one thousand less. Obviously, the mechanic said he was...

California Auto Center is highly professional and efficient in their day to day operations. Paul and the entire team were highly knowledgeable and detailed...

Good service and value. I take my Jeep here for regular maintenance, wheel alignment, etc. and the crew at California Auto Center are always helpful and get...

TL; DR Yet another dishonest shop. Stay away, you've been warned! File a complaint with DCA BAR California if you are also a victim. Here are the...

Paul is the best technician at this auto center in Millbrae. I've been relaying on his services for my Honda for many years. Paul is great; he quickly knows...

My car is now out of the factory warranty and I had to find a place to do things like rotate the tires and check my brakes. So I worked my way through some...

These folks seem reliable and upfront. Been taking several cars there for years and they are good about explaining things. Cars always could use more work...

I finally came for my second conventional oil change that I used my Groupon for. When I purchased it, it was awhile back but I had moved so didn't have a...

I have had nothing but positive experiences when I take my minivan here for routine maintenance. I really appreciate the free inspection that is included...

I write reviews when the service is either absolutely terrible, or absolutely terrific. Po and John went the extra mile to safely get my vehicle back on...

Amazing service! Called for a quote to get my 2018 X2 front brake pads, rotors and sensors replaced. Got a great price, was able to come in almost right...

Good price on oil changes - especially if you get the Groupon. I skip the suggested add on work. Last time was advised I needed to replace a rear shock...

Used yelp projects to find California Auto Center for a TPMS issue, they were able to get me the best quote ($125 per sensor) where most places were doing...

Got a Groupon for an oil change left the car in got a phone call that two rear tires had slow punctures due to nails in both tires. Keep in mind I drove 10...

I took my car in for an oil change which was done quickly. The shop recommended that I also rotate my tires and, upon rotating, they found one of my tires...

Honest and fast! I highly recommend -- locally run family business that is go back to in the future

I had a problem with the steering wheel. I bought my car to California Auto Center. They could tell there was problem with the steering system. They were...

I bought my KIA in last Thursday. I was having problems with my power steering system. I will be going in tomorrow to pickup my car. Great customer service....

I have done two oil changes in this shop before, they are very efficient, they are very warm to the customers, the most important thing is very honest, my...

Really aggressive and mean mechanic. I was accompanying a friend as they went in for a wheel alignment, the mechanic messed up a collision sensor in the...

Have only been here twice but I love the service I've received so far. Once when I had a nail in my tire and one for an oil change. I also asked to get my...

I've been here a few times for basic car service and they are always fast and friendly. They always explain things and don't ever try to scam you or take...

Turns out this guy didn't even do the alignment on my car. He lied and said he can do it but that the front toe can't be done. I agreed but after he did the...

Besides a free WiFi, services are prompt. Clean area an honest service. Got my oil change coupon from Groupon at a discounted price

Po helped me with my car. He gave me my quote, and the work ended up being even lower. Just basic car issues but I always feel like I can trust them to give...

Bring the car for 4 wheel alignment . Guy better running his mouth than doing the work . He states that cause I'm used Groupon so the service is...

This place is where you need to take your car for maintenance, repairs, and body shop work. I've been going here for over 10 years and each time I'm met...

Came here a week ago to replace front pad break and rotor. Technician was very nice and perform test drive on my car to see the car condition. Service was...

I've been going here for my synthetic oil changes and minor car repairs, such as things that my Mercedes diagnostics alert me to by displaying warnings on...

I don't have a mechanic nor know anything about cars but I feel comfortable going to them for work. (and Four Car Garage but that's further away for me)

California auto center is a reliable auto body shop with experience technicians. I drove 2016 Lexus NX, i wouldn't risk it. California auto center offer...

Changing tires is not their strength. I had a nail stuck on a tire and they refused to complete the nail removal based on its location to the tire but I...

Went in for tire alignment service on appointment because of uneven wear on on tires. When I went in, they proactively mentioned that one of the tire treads...

Found this shop through Groupon when I bought two synthetic oil changes for $88 which is quite the deal. After changing my oil, they told me that my engine...

Beware of their coupon scams and communication!! Total disappointment! Customer service and communication is poor. I made an appointment for a wheel...

I was extremely pleased with my experience here. Po was honest, took time to diagnose the issue with my vehicle, and provided me with repair options. His...

Car brought for 4, wheel alignment turned out go bad just in one month.dont thay inspect before they did the work suck

Service, extra service even if you don't want to, difficulty in understanding the customer's need. I bought 2 oil changes through Groupon, I made the first...

UPDATE: So owner responded that I was told before I brought it in about $10 SUV fee and that I was charged a $7 environmental fee? Really??? Nope. I was...

I needed a tire alignment and an oil change called California Auto Center and they were able to see me within a day. The wait time was less than a two hours...

Brought my bmw in for maintenance they were able to take me in the same day. The owner was very honest about the repair for my vehicle and their price was...

I got a flat tire around Millbrae area, and I was trying to look for a place where I can patch my tire so I can drive back to East Bay safely. Luckily I...

I've been here several times now for oil changes and cabin + air filter cleans; and I've loved their speed in terms of service! The value is also excellent...

Got oil change special using Groupon coupon, an unexpected additional $10 was collected for deposal fee. Making an appointment was easy and work completed...

This is my third times for my other car with break service, they are very reliable, honestly and charge in very reasonable price compared other auto work shop.

I've been going here for several years for oil changes, tire changes, and brake work. Very friendly staff, and very efficient. They were able to accommodate...

Great auto shop. I've been to my share of auto shops and CAC is one of the better ones. Fast, efficient, honest, quality work.

Sometimes it's hard to find an auto body place you can trust. Ive been coming to California Auto Body for a couple years. The service has been impeccable...

I was initially greeted openly by a extremely welcoming and knowledgeable kid. I ordered tires online and they were sent to California Auto Center and the...

Alex was super helpful in my car repair. Their services and skills are amazing! Highly recommend this place!

I came here to get a battery replaced and was sold a re-built battery without it being disclosed. I found out a year and a month later when the battery...

I had a great experience getting my wheel alignment done here. The younger team at the storefront is clearly learning but remains very professional,...

Thank you so much for taking my car in today and checking it out so thoroughly and verifying with myself and my brother about what we should have done on...

Imagine how you feel when your transmission suddenly goes out on a car that you like and depend on. Sell it ? Fix it? It's a dilemma. Let me call around...

I had 4 new tires installed on my Toyota Rav4 by Ca. Auto (recommended by Tire Rack where I bought the new tires and shipped to Ca. Auto). After 6 months...

Purchased 2 oil changes for $98. Ended up paying $140 after the first oil change. They said it was due to fees and extra oil. Just came back for the second...

They did an amazing job on my oil change. Very fast and friendly service! And very reasonable price

If you want to get rid off come to this shop. I am a retire mechanic and I brought my car in for 4 tires replacement. The service writer try to sell me a...

They did a great job with my car. Had my alignment and wheels balanced for my 1991 Toyota MR2 Turbo done there. Yes, I said it, 1991. Im very particular...

I always get my oil change from them at a decent price. I use Groupon to get the deals and that's how I found them.

California Auto Center is a trusted and skilled mechanic. They took the time to diagnose my car's issue and provided a detailed estimate. I appreciate their...

The auto repair business is a tough business. I've too have gotten an oil change special and was surprised to pay additional cost. Service was great,...

I had bought some new tires from Tire Rack and had them send it over to California Auto Ctr to have them installed . They had some good reviews and their...

New Update: April 12, 2025 While washing my car I notice that the little hub caps that has the Toyota logo on it was scratched. This is a poor quality...

Got an appointment on the same day for an oil change. Oil change took 45 minutes. They did a free inspection of the car and found some things that need...

I scheduled a synthetic oil change ahead of time via phone and came here for my appointment. You park your car inside which is convenient because it is...

As far as Tire Shops go in the area this is your best bet. I had a slow leak and visited two highly rated tire shops before this... 1. Hanlon's Tire...

Been coming here for years for great oil change deal through Groupon -- and they happen to be a terrific business. The nicest people up front, they get the...

Found them through Groupon--total scam. $50 in extra "fees" that resulted in them being significantly more than Jiffy Lube. If this is your only choice,...

Highly recommended , fast & Honest service & pricing , will return next time. If you're looking for a shop for your vehicle this is the place.

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Paul was great. He lift my car up then pointed the issues on the car. Paul asked good questions about the car; I am a YouTube, diy guy. I told him what I...

Great place, they told in details everything going on so i am informed which alot of places don't do. They did an excellent job. The workers are great here....

Bad experience!! Came there because I got a Groupon deal for wheels alignment. They wanted to charge me 40% more than what I signed up for - said it was...

First time bring our tesla here. Tesla quoted us 1k for a part that had nothing to do with our problem/sound. Powai the owner took a look. It was just brake...

I take my car here for multiple things, they are honest and thorough. Always point out other things they check- no pressure to get anything you don't want...

I called them around 10am on Fri Jan 2 for a wheel alignment. They were super busy, as I was told, but could squeeze me in at noon. I had called over a...

Will definitely return, honest up front pricing & customer service. Always smooth transaction process and or wait time.

GROUPON USERS BE AWARE!! The 4 -5 stars are deceiving. Scrolled further down to see real victim's horrible experience. There's commonality to Po the...

Groupon users beware. They will upcharge you, nickel and dime on everything. Net, it was cheaper if I took my car to the dealership for an oil change,...

If I can give zero I would! BE AWARE OF THIS SHOP! I took my 1998 Toyota Camry to California Auto Center in Millbrae for an oil change on March 17,...

I had an oil change done here in June 2026. Service was quick, staff was friendly, and the charges were explained clearly and upfront. I appreciated that...

Andrew is an absolute gem! We've used his shop on and off over the years, and he recently saved the day when a tire blew out on us near Millbrae/Burlingame....

July 29, 2026: Oil change appointment here at 1:00 PM. A simple oil change took over 2 hours. The price was quoted at $95.00. At 3:00 PM: Two hours later...

I honestly don't understand why this shop has such a low rating. After my first experience here, I can confidently say Po earned a lifelong customer. I...

From start to finish, we received honest, professional, and sincere recommendations about the service needed for our vehicles. it's a blessing knowing that...