Playa West Automotive in Playa Del Rey

Andy and his amazing team have been fixing our cars for 20 years now, and I wouldn't have it any other way. They're always my first call when something goes wrong, and they're usually the ones to fix it; from headlights to engine replacements, they've done it all. They're a popular shop, so I always try to give them a heads up that we're coming, and they help manage expectations about how busy they are and how fast they can get to our car. All that and a hand-signed thank you note in the mail every. single. time. Love you, Playa West.

Untrustworthy. A money grab. "Recommendations" were overpriced and unnecessary according to two other trusted mechanics. Andy thought he had a live one with an $800 quote for a $200 brake job, a full 18 months before the pads are expected to wear out. He quoted over $600 for "transmission service" which is two bottles of $75 fluid. Fuel injection was recommended when it's not applicable to my car, yet he had a hefty quote for it. Astoundingly, the labor charges were more than the 'parts' for a fairly simple job (oil change and replace a coolant hose). There are too many decent (& mobile) mechanics out there to justify throwing your money on a business with such a ridiculous level of dishonesty. Definitely not "one of the good ones"

Expensive - i call and tell them i just want "this part repaired" they insist on we can't just fix that, we need to do a review of the car etc. Come on... I am telling you what I want done...just do it! Lots of other reliable shops in the area as well. Nice people just wouldn't take my car there. Sounds like they are trying to get every penny out of the customer.

Although I don't know much about cars, I always go to this particular place whenever I have issues with my electric car's tires. There's one person there who has always been incredibly helpful with ensuring my tires are in good shape. Thanks to their efforts, I was able to save $500 by having a tire patched instead of needing to replace it entirely. I just wanted to express my appreciation and say thank you.

Great spot! Fair prices, always get us in within a day or two, and unlike other shops, they do a super job of communicating with their customers! I brought my leased vehicle in for some normal maintenance and my mechanic found an issue that needed repair but would still be covered under warranty by the dealer. So instead of trying to make extra money off me, he was honest and said I should have the dealer fix the issue at no cost.

I wish I could give it 10 stars! This place is great. We just bought a classic mustang and brought it in here to get updated (added seatbelts, disk brakes, etc.) and Andy provided the most reasonable quote, was very communicative, and took care of the car just like his own. I'm so glad to have found this place and look forward to many years of a very positive relationship to come.

If you own a classic car and needs work or any repairs, these are the guys to take it to. They do excellent work and they know their cars.

I have used Playa West Automotive for nearly 30 years! They are reliable and trustworthy and their team, especially Willie & owner, Andy, always take good care of me! Recently I called with a dead battery and they offered to come jump my battery and pick me up as they had done in the past. This time, they checked out my battery, charged it, took the time to trouble shoot with me, and they actually did NOT just sell me a battery, but found a faulty wire that saved me over $100 from the original estimate quote! Great hometown service you will rarely find elsewhere! Highly recommend!!!