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Automotive Instincts

About us

We specialize in the Service and Repair of Acura, Honda, Lexus & Toyota Cars. We will also Service all other makes of Asian cars! We started out only doing Honda's, but eventually grew into being the Valley's BEST Independent Service & Repair Center for all Asian Cars! Among the honors we have achieved are; AAA's "Creme de la Creme" Award and a ASE Blue Shield Certified Shop! We were also Awarded LA Magazine's "Best Mechanics in Town"

Business highlights

38 years of experience

Services we offer

Engines & Transmissions, Maintenance & Repair - Brakes, Oil Changes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
5.028 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
96%
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NANCY S.
Jul 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
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Gail S.
May 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
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Gail S.
Mar 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
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Roger P.
Jan 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$431
I've been bringing my cars for servicing for well over twenty years. Great owner, excellent front desk people, and fantastic customer service and pricing. Plus, you can wait for your car if you wish. Not a bad thing to say.

Joelyn P.
Dec 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
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NANCY S.
Dec 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Loren S.
Aug 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$120
Smoothly, as usual.

Win S.
Mar 2015
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

NANCY S.
Jun 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$175
They were ready for me and got me to work and picked me up too.   I have been taking my car
to them for years.  They are like family.  I trust them completely.  They take care of their customers and treat them like family.  My Honda has 200,000 + miles and I feel confident that they will guide me with this car until it is time for a new one.  I will of course get another Honda and take it to Automotive Instincts.  Everyone there is knowledgeable and friendly and kind.
When I got there the other customers seem to feel the same way.   This is a one in a million place. 


Kevin K.
Apr 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$44
Automotive Instincts is my go-to for car service, whether its a simple oil change, minor or major service or other.
Quick, trustworthy, dependable and fair.   Steve and Mike and Al - all great guys over there.   
 
Would not feel as comfortable taking our cars anywhere else.

Toni L.
Mar 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
I have been coming to Automotive Instincts for many years.  These guys are the best! They are honest and I never get the feeling they are trying to rip me off because I'm a girl (unlike some places). As a matter of fact when I brought it in I asked them to check the battery because I had been told at another place it was bad. Nope it was fine!! They are great at diagnosing and fixing the problem to keep your car running smoothly!!

Pat M.
Aug 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
They never try to talk to you into something you don't need. Pleasant personalities and very honest. 
If there isn't anything wrong they won't make something up. I have been with them for 25-30 years. I know many others that have gone to them for a long time and have a great reputation.

Renee G.
Jun 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
I thought they were very knowledgeable and did good work as far as I could tell. I felt comfortable there. Its a small lobby, with a couple of small little love seats and a coffee machine, and a desk where the staff worked. 

Kevin H.
May 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,300
They  thoroughly inspected my car and completed the work on time.

Fred N.
Nov 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,550
All went well and according to plan.
Much better price than Dealer quoted, and they gave me confidence that their work will last, including doubling the parts warranties to two years. I could have gotten done for $1350 somewhere else but without the peace of mind for such a big job.
I'd be bringing this Honda and my Prius there from now on, except only open one Saturday a month...

Rochelle D.
Jun 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200
These guys are so professional, honest & they have done an outstanding job for my cars, as well as my family's. Always courteous, caring & great at what they do - they are a well known name in our community & we trust all of the work they perform. Highly recommended - thanks Steve & Tom - you guys ROCK!

Derek S.
May 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
The price was decent.  They are very clean, professional and honest.  These guys are pretty good.

PHIL K.
Jan 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
I have been a regular customer of Automotive Instincts for several years.  They have always been exemplary in their approach to their work:  honest about the scope and costs of any service needed, knowledgeable and communicative, and always giving great customer service.  Above all, I trust these guys and have never for a moment felt they were trying to sell me anything I didn't need.   Sometimes things have cost a little more than estimated (hey, it happens when there are so many unknowns) but far more often the final bill has been less than expected.   I recommend friends to them, and haven't heard of a bad experience yet.     A+ !

Susan P.
Aug 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,100
Fantastic! Very quick to diagnose and repair the engine. Always professional and they respond to inquiries immediately. They kept me up to date on the work needed and the costs.

Yvonne C.
Jul 2010
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000
We're very happy with their work and their professionalism was great.

Karen N.
Jun 2010
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,400
We have been going to Automotive Instincts (Steve's Independent) for over 30 years. They're the best and I would highly recommend them.

MARY U.
Jun 2010
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
I drive back and forth to Texas a lot to see my grandchildren. I have 75,000 miles on my brand new car. They always check my car out before my trip and make sure I will safely make it there and back. The price is also always right.

Susan G.
Mar 2010
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
The cost varies but it?s always been an ordinary service. The quality is fantastic and I?ve never found an auto repair shop that is quite like this one. They are really terrific and I know people that drive from very far away to come here. They build up a customer base that trusts them.

Jean R.
Nov 2009
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$650
Good repair, car functioning normally. Very prompt service; took less time than we expected.

MARY U.
May 2009
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$146
They are absolutely superb. They will never over charge you, they are very friendly, you can get in when ever you want to and they don't even take a long time. They recommended a detailing company for me.
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FAQ

Automotive Instincts is currently rated 5.0 overall out of 5.

Automotive Instincts accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard

No, Automotive Instincts does not offer free project estimates.

No, Automotive Instincts does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, Automotive Instincts does not offer a senior discount.

No, Automotive Instincts does not offer emergency services.

No, Automotive Instincts does not offer warranties.