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Rick's Performance

About us

We specialize in the service and repair of all Asian vehicles as well as Volvos. We also service some select American cars. We are trained in all aspects of auto repair and service including Hybrid and electric cars, Ricks Performance has 4 full time ASE trained technicians on staff. We are a AAA approved auto repair shop and offer a 10% discount on labor to AAA members as well as active duty US Military personnel. Our facility is an Alameda County Certified Green Business and we are also licensed by the State of California to perform smog system repairs.

Business highlights

41 years of experience

Services we offer

Oil change. Tune-up. Preventative maintenance services. Heating & air conditioning repair. Water pumps. Timing belts. Brakes. Suspension repair. Check engine light diagnostics. Electrical repairs. Batteries. Tire sales. Alignments. Exhaust systems. Radiators. Belts. Hoses. Fluid flushes. Lighting repair. Transmission service. Clutches.

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
5.016 Reviews
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Showing 1-16 of 16 reviews
Rich D.
Jun 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Cornelius H.
Feb 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Beatrice W.
Jun 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
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Patricia A.
May 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$550
I found Rick's Performance through Yelp when I moved to Pleasanton 3 years ago and have been taking my cars to him ever since!  I feel like I've finally found a mechanic I can trust.  I have a 2006 Toyota Corolla and a 2012 Subaru Forester and both cars have been doing great under Rick's care.  I recently had a 120k mile service performed on my Toyota Corolla.  Towards the end of the service, they let me know that my battery life was running low and asked me if I wanted them to replace it or if I preferred to replace it myself.  I appreciate that they gave me the option rather than just telling me that it needed to be replaced.  I took my Forester in for a 7k mile service a few days before (two major services for both our cars during the same week...not fun) and Rick came out with my air filter to show me how dirty it was and asked me if I wanted to replace it.  Again, I appreciate how I was given an option rather than being scared into paying for a service (which has happened to me at other places).  
Rick's Performance has a very friendly and professional staff.  Janice and Shirley are both a pleasure to deal with.  I also like how they have a nice waiting area with coffee, brownies, bottled water,and comfortable seating.  It was actually the welcoming atmosphere of their waiting room that made me want to continue going to Rick's three years ago.  The prices are probably a tad more expensive than other places, but completely worth it, in my opinion!

Chip J.
Jan 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$684
Ricks's Performance machined the two front rotors, replaced the brake pads on the front end, rotated the tires and changed the oil with synthetic oil. I first spoke with Janet on the phone about doing a brake job. Janet is extremely nice on the phone, setting up an appointment which fit my schedule. When I arrived,  Janet was even nicer in person. She already had all the paperwork filled out before I arrived, only needing to jot down the mileage. My vehicle was taken in immediately after I arrived for a complete assessment of my brakes while I waited in the immaculate waiting room complete with a big screen T.V. and hot coffee. Janet gave me a time when my vehicle would be ready, and it was done when promised. Everyone I dealt with at Rick's Performance was friendly, helpful and professional. Rick's also gave me A.A.A. discount on my bill, bringing the total cost to $684.01.

Patricia A.
Jan 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$550
I found Rick's Performance through Yelp when I moved to Pleasanton 3 years ago and have been taking my cars to him ever since!  I feel like I've finally found a mechanic I can trust.  I have a 2006 Toyota Corolla and a 2012 Subaru Forester and both cars have been doing great under Rick's care.  I recently had a 120k mile service performed on my Toyota Corolla.  Towards the end of the service, they let me know that my battery life was running low and asked me if I wanted them to replace it or if I preferred to replace it myself.  I appreciate that they gave me the option rather than just telling me that it needed to be replaced.  I took my Forester in for a 7k mile service a few days before (two major services for both our cars during the same week...not fun) and Rick came out with my air filter to show me how dirty it was and asked me if I wanted to replace it.  Again, I appreciate how I was given an option rather than being scared into paying for a service (which has happened to me at other places).  
Rick's Performance has a very friendly and professional staff.  Janice and Shirley are both a pleasure to deal with.  I also like how they have a nice waiting area with coffee, brownies, bottled water,and comfortable seating.  It was actually the welcoming atmosphere of their waiting room that made me want to continue going to Rick's three years ago.  The prices are probably a tad more expensive than other places, but completely worth it, in my opinion!

Lee P.
Sep 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
It is a real clean shop.  They try to fit me in when I call.  They are pretty fast.

Burton L.
Feb 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
They were able to diagnose why the light was on in my vehicle.

Lynn P.
Dec 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$85
Very good service. Work area was very clean. Gave me a written estimate and offered to take me home. Repair was done quickly but the window broke recently. My son repaired.

Victor W.
Nov 2011
N/A
Yes, I recommend this pro
$850
Rick's is pretty conveniently located, and Rick and his shop have been quite visible in the community at street fairs, etc.  They use the web effectively and efficiently, and has just started a frequent customer program -- which I don't really want to use because who wants their car serviced all the time (rethink that Rick!).  I can happily recommend this shop for your repair needs.

William H.
Dec 2010
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,400
Rick's did an outstanding job as usual. They are very professional and do a great job of telling you what is wrong. I know a lot about cars, and everything they have told me rings true. The price is high, but in this case you are getting what you pay for.

RICHARD E.
Oct 2010
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Checked on Angie's List for auto mechanics; called around and Rick's performed work on my make of vehicle. Went for an estimate and was satisfied with responses from service person at the counter. Came back two days later and left the car.

Victor W.
Jul 2010
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
I thought they were pretty good.

Kerry J.
Nov 2008
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$700
I found Rick's Rotary Performance a couple of years ago after a bad experience at my local Nissan dealership. When my car has a problem, I know I can bring it to Rick and he will find out what is going on and fix it. All the charges are always explained up front and if he finds other problems that need to be repaired he will let you know but doesn't pressure you to do it that same day.

Caroline B.
Sep 2008
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
As far as I'm concerned, they did an excellent job on my car. They did exceed their estimate very slightly but I can understand so I'm not upset with them.

Homeowner
Nov 2005
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$35
I always take my Miata there. He only works on foreign cars and is very knowledgeable about them. He is professional, honest and quite reasonable.

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FAQ

Rick's Performance is currently rated 5.0 overall out of 5.

Rick's Performance accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard

No, Rick's Performance does not offer free project estimates.

No, Rick's Performance does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, Rick's Performance does not offer a senior discount.

No, Rick's Performance does not offer emergency services.

No, Rick's Performance does not offer warranties.