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AFFORDABLE AUTOMOTIVE

About us

Affordable Automotive is a complete automotive service and repair facility that has proudly served the north state community since 1996. At Affordable Automotive we specialize in almost all makes and models and employ the highest trained ASE certified repair technicians. Our goal is to fix it right the first time and offer the 24 month or 24,000mile Napa Auto Care Peace of Mind Warranty. Affordable Automotive is the automotive repair shop that you can trust!

Business highlights

29 years of experience

Services we offer

HIGH QUALITY AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR. SMOG INSPECTIONS. COMPLETE BRAKE REPAIR. TUNE-UP AND MAINTENANCE. FREE VEHICLE INSPECTIONS. COMPUTER DIAGNOSTICS. STEERING AND SUSPENSION REPAIR. FREE SHUTTLE SERVICE

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
4.822 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
86%
4
9%
3
0%
2
5%
1
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Showing 1-22 of 22 reviews
Martin N.
Apr 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Thomas M.
Mar 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Robert B.
Dec 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Robert B.
May 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$289
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Roger M.
Dec 2014
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Erik H.
Jul 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$660
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Sophy H.
May 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$900
Went great!  I had a serious oil leak, and the Jiffy Lube guys said it was my head gasket, so I called my regularish mechanic, Ace Radiator, but they couldn't get me in for two weeks.  
Angie's List and another friend recommended Affordable Automotive.  They have an online appointment system, which I definitely prefer over calling.  I just typed a short description of my problem and that I'd like to come in the next day.  Within a half hour I got an email back saying that I could bring my car in on Monday (it was Wed when I contacted them).  Perfect!
I dropped my car off Monday morning at 8 (there was a little line of people waiting to do the same).  They called around noon with the news and estimate, I told them to go ahead, and it was all done by Tuesday at 3.  
They have a 24 month/24000 miles warranty, so I assume they did quality work!  
The experience was very stress-free.  The employees were nice and polite.  I will definitely go back!
One warning--when you're driving down Park, there is a decoy "Affordable Automotive Car and Truck Sales" business right around 20th Street.  That's not the right place!  :)  Go a couple blocks further!

Thomas M.
Jan 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$850
Everything went fine. The people at Affordable were very nice and professional. I will use them in the future for any auto repairs

Mary A.
Jan 2014
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$261
simple job. Courteous, prompt,  helpful.  12 month/12,000 miles guarantee of work.  Will use again. Don't know the usual cost of this, but quote didn't seem unreasonable.

Don K.
Sep 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500
Took great care of me.

Leah B.
Sep 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$80
We take both our cars to Affordable Automative for all our auto maintenance and repairs. They are always pleasant and the price is always fair. They consistently do a great job and I would highly recommend them!

JIM J.
Jul 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$45
It went smooth, didn't need a new wiper blade motor or anything involved with the speeds. Affordable cleaned the contacts witch were very dirty and only charged me for a half hour of labor. I will be a loyal customer.

Nancy M.
Jul 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200
I needed it in a hurry to take on a trip. Called Tuesday and they had me drop it off Wednesday and had it ready by the end of the day on Thursday. I was called on Wednesday with the total price. No surprises. They did a complete inspection and the truck ran great and we had no problems on the trip. The facility was clean and professionally run.

Doug B.
Jun 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$650
Affordable has been maintaining all my vehicles for about 5 years. They have always been honest and have helped me to keep the expense down my thoroughly explaining how important each repair might be. They are good mechanics.

Dennis B.
Aug 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$68
Great Work !!!My Lexus Dealer in San Jose improperly installed Air conditioner Cabin filter - that caused A/C "Auto Mode" to malfunction.When I returned to the Lexus Dealer - they could Not find any problem - but the Lexus Dealer still charged me a "service fee" of $90.
 Affordable Auto not only solved the problem - but then said it was "no charge" because "they just checked the filter & put back in" (more than my Lexus Dealer did).Affordable Auto is simply OUTSTANDING !!! ...and incredibly FAIR on pricing. What a breath of fresh air these guys are. They just made me - a Customer of theirs - for life.

Cindy M.
Jan 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$175
I called and got an appointment the next day.  They did a very thorough examination of my vehicle, top to bottom at no charge.   They verified that I did need replacement shocks on the rear, but that the front ones were fine. I was given a quote and then the work was performed to meet that estimate.  I was in the waiting room about 3 hours total. 

Not at all bad for the examine my van had.  They found a couple of other things that will be needing attention in the near future and gave me estimates on fixing those items as well.   They were very polite, explained in as much detail as I needed what was needed on my van, gave me the printed estimate and that was it....no high pressure. 

While I was there, it seemed like ladies day!  A lot of women were bringing their cars in...two were just for the free check up since they had just purchased used cars, others for scheduled work.  Several of those told me that they would not take their cars to anyone else.

We are new to the area and one of the worst things in a new area is finding an automotive place that you can trust and feel comfortable dealing with.  I believe that we found that in Affordable Automotive......which I initially checked out here on Angie's list!

This is the second time I have found Angie's list to be right on here in our new home!  The first was a dentist....what could be more important a find that a pain-free dentist and an honest auto mechanic?!!

Mike W.
Oct 2010
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$673
Excellent

Reena S.
Aug 2010
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
They fixed everything on the car except could not get the airbag light to stop blinking. They did not have the correct machines to fix it. They worked on it, but did not charge me because they were not able to fully fix it. They also worked on the door, but did not charge me for that. They were very fair and it was a lot less expensive that I thought it would be.

Steve C.
May 2010
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$160
Excellent... service... Go there if you need work...

Michael C.
Apr 2010
2.0
$36
I was pleased with the quick turn around but, will not request service from or, recommend them to others.
Response from AFFORDABLE AUTOMOTIVE
"The key to survival for a small business is to provide great service and produce a high quality product . My staff and I have worked very hard over the past 14 years to build a business that is well respected in the community. An unfortunate aspect of doing business for the public is that you can't control who comes into your shop. I feel that we went above and beyond what was necessary to repair this persons vehicle. The vehicle was towed in without an appointment with a massive oil leak, later that day the customer was able to drive the truck home for the total price of $36.18. The customer came back to the shop weeks later to complain that we had overlooked his broken motormounts and demanded that we install the parts that he purchased. I informed him that it is against our shop policy to install customer provided parts ( liability reasons ). His response was to threaten me with writing a bad review on Angie's List and to never return to my shop again. I find that it can sometimes be difficult to please everyone who comes through our doors, but solving the customers problems is what we work so hard to do at Affordable Automotive. Thankyou, Mike Button Owner"

Adam B.
Sep 2009
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$125
Being able to trust my mechanic is the most important thing for me. They are always affordable and professional.

Conrad O.
Mar 2009
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Since the first time I went to them they showed me a kindness and honesty that you rarely find in the auto service industry. They have consistently treated me so well and have always been very affordable (compared to other places i have gone).

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FAQ

AFFORDABLE AUTOMOTIVE is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

AFFORDABLE AUTOMOTIVE accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard

No, AFFORDABLE AUTOMOTIVE does not offer free project estimates.

No, AFFORDABLE AUTOMOTIVE does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, AFFORDABLE AUTOMOTIVE does not offer a senior discount.

No, AFFORDABLE AUTOMOTIVE does not offer emergency services.

No, AFFORDABLE AUTOMOTIVE does not offer warranties.