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5.0 of 5 stars.
Art's Automotive is great. They were able to diagnose and fix a fuel problem I was having that no other mechanic could figure out. They are also good at explaining to you what repairs can wait, and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Amazing service. For non-urgent maintenance make sure to call ahead of time to make an appointment.
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
To break it down, I really liked three specific things about Art's, in this order: 1. Great service: I promptly got an appointment for a 45k Civic checkup. Upon request, they thoroughly went through...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I am really disappointed in writing this review as I have been a loyal customer of Art's for over 6 years, and have always in the past recommended everyone to go see them. Not after this experience,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Called 4 times in the past hour (during business hours). 3 times it went straight to a computerized message that said "No body is available to take your call" and wouldn't let you leave a message....
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
In November, I bought a 2006 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport from a friend. I used to have an old VW Jetta, and the mechanic I used only worked on German cars. Time for a new mechanic. My housemate had...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place has given me excellent service! I first called to see what it would cost to get a 150K checkup, and they couldn't give me an estimate over the phone (maybe they were busy at the moment?),...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
They are good, but they misdiagnosed a problem with my car that ended up costing me money and time.At least they did own up to the misdiagnosis. They did refund me most of the money for the work that...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best mechanics. EVER. I always know that I'm getting quality service and a balanced and fair assessment. Had SF Toyota diagnose my car when the check engine light came on. They said I had to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have an older car that needed a smog check, but the check engine light was on. I called Art's, and they were willing to give me advice on my options over the phone. They were mindful that I was...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i haven't even had my car serviced here yet, but i wanted to go ahead and get out my first impression. i stopped in here a couple of mornings ago to see if i could get some pricing / information /...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Here's the deal with Art's: Believe the good reviews. Believe the bad reviews. As a long-time customer (I think they've serviced 6 cars over the years, including Mazdas, Hondas and Acuras), I've had...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I called for my first appoint on a Wednesday for the following Friday to be told there were no apoointments available for a week and a half. I took the next appointment on that following Friday.The...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had my car towed here because it wouldn't start. This garage was recommended by one of my friend's and after having my car fixed here. I do agree. When I walked into the office and explained the issue...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
2 out of 3 reviews so far are auto, which would make one think I have lots of car problems, which I don't. However, I do apparently feel the need to write about my experiences with them.I drove my 99...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Art is our very own Click & Clack Tappet brother! (Car Talk Radio). He knows his stuff, and he came through for us when another shop in El Ceritto destroyed our engine doing a routine fuel injection...
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I am not sure how this place received such rave reviews. I took my car here a few years ago when I noticed the heat index in my car was going wacko. Arts didn't know what was wrong, but kept the car...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Art's is awesome. When I was looking for a car, I called and asked "how much does a timing belt job for a so and so car cost", they responded in a friendly and helpful manner. The guy pointed out that...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going to ARTS since 1990 (after suing another Berkeley automotive repair place for dropping a bolt down the spark plug hole, not noticing and blowing up my VW engine.)Arts Automotive is...
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Art's is not as convenient as other repair shops but I tried it because of the high ratings. From greeting to pick-up the experience was first class. They did all of the work requested and charged a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best mechanic I had in Berkeley. Shop rates are on the expensive side. However, they never made me do work that I did not need.
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2008
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My secretary recommended them for my honda and they have not disappointed. They've taken good care of my honda and now my Subaru as well. They've always found the problem. They've always treated me well. I...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I started hearing a weird choking noise coming from under my hood along with loss of acceleration when going from first to second and then third.As panic settled and I thought of my bank account...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I adore Art's. I never wonder if I'm ripped off because of my gender, and the mechanics will take the time to explain exactly what they're doing without making me feel like a dummy.They're affordable,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Art's is the hands down best car repair shop EVER. On a whim, I checked out what folks had said on the Berkeley Parents' Network and they all recommended Art's. I took my noisy Toyota Highlander...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
armed with squeaky brakes and no service records, i recently dropped my newly-acquired used ride here for a full inspection. i asked the folks at Arts to give me to the run down on what needs to be...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You can really tell the difference between a good company and a great company by how they treat their customers when something goes wrong.On my first visit there was bad information given to me at...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There's a lot to like about Art's Automotive. Friendly, knowledgable, and helpful staff and a green business (solar powered, strong hybrid presense, etc.I was particularly impressed that the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
THANK G*D for ART'S!The check engine light on my Subaru WRX has given me fits and starts since I bought it over five years ago. Background is: I had been given the SERIOUS run around/shake down by 1)...
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Finding a mechanic you can completely trust is a rare thing. I came here based on the reviews of Berkeley Parents Network, first to get my brakes fixed and to deal with a chirpy sound coming from my...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I never feel stupid taking my car here. Everyone who works there is super nice and helpful - I usually deal with Lute. They are decently priced and I don't feel like they try to rip you off. One...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I just took my 2004 Scion xA to Art's for its 60K service and new tires. I droppped the car off at 8 am and it was ready for pickup by 4 pm. The total was about $900 for the service and second to...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Found these guys on YELP and decided to take in my car when it failed on me a couple of nights ago.These guys are pro, it shows from the moment you show up til the moment they get you in your car. No...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I found out about Art's through a long line of female recommendations, and have in turn referred at least five friends to them over the years for major repairs and checkups. Art's is pretty honest and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I remember when I first got my brand spankin new Toyota Camry 10! years ago as a graduation gift from my parents. She beamed and sparkled. Just a baby. Not flashy. But safe (enough for even the most...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It is really hard to find automotive specialists that you can trust. My old shop had closed, and as much as I appreciated the offer to call the guy at home....that's not really my style.So I read some...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Art's is the best. The only bad thing about it is it's no secret they're the best. You have to have your car in early in order for it to be seen that day, and they're often booked weeks out. However,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my favorite local businesses. It's not cheaper than any other car repair shop but they are trustworthy, competent, accurate and fast - an unbeatable combination in a car shop.
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So, to start with, nothing bits a Toyota 4 runner, manual transmission.... Since 2000, they are not availiable anymore : ( So, keeping mine in excellent shape is vital. My car scores a 144,000 miles,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
My newer vehicle needed a major tuneup, the dealer wanted $800 for the service. I decided to search around on Yelp to see if there are any reputable auto shop around my house that would do it for...
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been a customer of Art's for 12 years, but I think next time I'll look for a shop that's a little hungrier and a little more personal. They still do excellent work, but I'm afraid they spoiled...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I gotta pull the plug on the five star love fest and give this place... yes, just three and a half measly stars. I'll be a gracious yelper and round up to four. In fact, I think this review will...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The staff are like family, with each other and with regulars. One of the guys drove out to Pinole on his lunch break, once, to rescue me from a funky electrical-system paradox. Their service is so...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I familiarized myself with Art's by way of reading the preceding nineteen 5-star reviews and exploring nearly every link on the official Art's Automotive website. (Don't miss "What can I do while...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Art's is great. We used them until our car died and we didn't get a new one. They were honest/fool enough to tell us it wasn't worth fixing. I say "fool" because the lost a customer since we didn't...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this place is awesome.not only are the guys clean and non - smelly, they are honest and friendly. sadly, the muffler fell off my car monday night and i was in desperate need of a new one. the last...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
They know about their reputation. They know about it and are extremely proud of it, and they deserve it because they do great work. How do I know that they know? Because I'm friends with some of the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Art's certainly lived up to the high expectations I had after reading all these glowing Yelp reviews. For the first time since the glorious days of having my car fixed by my Midwest mechanic uncle, I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It is not possible to convey in words how amazing this shop is. I would rate them ten stars if I could.I have been a customer for many years. One time years ago I was picking up my car from getting...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely the best mechanic I have ever been to. Art explained everything in depth to me and took a lot of time and care with my car. They are extremely honest and I don't know what that mechanic...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It has been 3 years since I have owned a car, but I tend to remember the few times that I have encountered really great, smart, competent, honest, hardworking, compassionate people / businesses. So I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh, Art's, how I love thee.When I lived in San Francisco I would drive across the Bay to go to them. Now that I'm back on the east bay it warms my soul to pass them on my way across town. I took my...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I could have kissed Art on the way out.Based on a recommendation from Matt H, I took my car in to Art's auto for a bum transmission. At first I was a little annoyed because I called on Monday, and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My ex-gf's Honda had a busted radiator and every place told her she'd need to spend $450-600 for a whole new one. She got a used one from Art, after being explained the options, for just under $300....
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
They are experts with Japanese Cars. They were able to quickly diagnose a coolant problem I had to a broken freeze plug. The dealer said they needed to replace the whole intake manifold for ~$1000....
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dear Art's, thank you for fixing my broke-ass lil' scraper wannabe Honda, and not treating me like a dumb girl even after I told you that I don't know when I got a tuneup last. Thanks for treating me...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went out of my way to use this place when my car was having oil problems because of Yelp and wasn't disappointed. They quickly diagnosed my car's problem, called me before initiating any repairs,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/25/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I brought in my car last Monday and it was done by Tuesday. Art was informative, nice, and really honest. They call you and update you on your car and always make sure you want the work done before...
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We were really impressed with their HONESTY. Our engine light was going on and they kept it for a few days to drive and figure out the issue. It's a spark plug but they couldn't identify which one...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Our Civic broke down on Sunday night, and Art's Auto had it diagnosed and fixed by Tuesday. I think we lucked out on timing, but the staff at this shop were really a pleasure to deal with regardless....
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great Honda garage. I wouldn't go elsewhere. The prices are good, the estimates are accurate, and they are wizards at diagnosing problems.I switched to Arts after using Berkeley Minicar for a year or...
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2006
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i wanted to modify my car and make it into a nice looking racer imported car and it made my car look extremely great. it looks like a winner, and it looks very fast now. they did an excellent job for a very...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/26/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love Art's. Love them, love them, love them. They've literally saved my car on more than one occasion. Once I thought something was wrong with my car, and NOTHING ended up being wrong to my car, and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2005
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My air conditioner broke. I carpool to Palo Alto from the East Bay, so this was unacceptable. Art spoke to me on the phone for quite some time, walking me through the details of various levels of brok...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/22/2005
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Yes, it's hard to imagine. They're an auto repair shop. They'll fix your car. And they won't lie to you. Nor will they cheat you. Nor will they tell you your "muffler bearings" need replacing.....
judysbook.com - user review - 08/15/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Art's Automotive is an award-winning auto repair shop specializing in most (if not all) Japanese makes and models, ranging from Acuras to Subarus. I've never been to a friendlier, more knowledgeable,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2005
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These guys have great knowledge of how to service Honda cars. I once had a strange problem with my car that two other mechanics couldn't figure out. Both wanted to take apart the engine. I brought my car to...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/05/2005
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These guys are amazing. Most car repair places make me feel as if I'm being screwed, but Art's is scrupulously honest and has built a huge clientele among the Berkeley set. They'll give it to you stra...
judysbook.com - user review - 03/25/2005
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Straightforward -- will prioritize repairs based on what you can pay. Quick, reasonable cost.
judysbook.com - user review - 08/30/2004
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