Templeton Smog & Service Center in Templeton
207 S Main St, Templeton, CA 93465, United States
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complete auto and truck repair, smog checks, oil changes, air conditioning, brakes, tune up, check engine light, interior, engine.
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Good service, reasonable rates and trustworthy.
I’ve been coming here for oil changes, and today I needed a new battery. It’s always a challenge to find a shop nearby that can work on my car, especially since most places are either fully booked, don’t want to work on my car, or charge an arm and a leg. I get it – working on a European car isn’t cheap or easy. But today, the team went above and beyond. Not only did they fit me in last minute, but they also got everything done in time for me to make it to work. I really appreciate Dan and the whole team for taking the time to diagnose the issue and make the repairs, especially with their busy schedule. I’ve always felt that the service here is fair and transparent, and I’m grateful for that. Thanks again, everyone!
We’ve been taking our vehicles here for years and have always been treated more than fair. The technicians know what they’re doing and I trust them when they say what needs to be done. They don’t try to sell me on trivial repairs just to pad the bill. It’s always a pleasure to work with this great crew Brian, Dan, Anthony, Gary, Kimberly and all the others. Thanks
Terrible customer service, not knowledgeable in any way. I would never recommend their services. Lost a small amount of money because it was just easier to walk away from the problem. Good Luck.
Kimberly at the front desk and Dan in the shop are both super helpful and knowledgeable. After getting a bogus diagnosis from a dealership, Dan was able to take a look and shoot me straight. They got all the work done insanely quick and I was on my way. I also called back and asked a few questions and they were super happy to answer them and give advice. 10/10 would recommend!
Every vehicle I’ve own during the last 25 years from trucks to an old Mercedes has been serviced and repaired by this company. I have every confidence in their ability to perform A+ work. Always kind, knowledgeable, honest and respectful. Very grateful. I never miss an opportunity to recommend them.
Definitely recommend this place! My car battery was completely dead and could not turn my car off without it being jumped. Crossing my fingers they had my battery in stock and they did & changed it within minutes. Super friendly mechanics and affordable. I live in Paso, but feel I will come to Templeton when I have car issues (hoping I don't lol) but when I do, they will be who I rely on!
I want to take a minute to leave this business a good review. I lived in Templeton for 12 years just down the street from this shop. They have always done right by me. I do most of my own mechanical work on my vehicles, and when there is an issue that I can't fix, I trust them to get it right. Also, their smog check process is always painless. Good small town business.
$162 for what amounted to an oil change and a brake check.
Fast and friendly service!
Friendly, efficient, take good care of our cars. They send us reminders when it is time for service, and they are always right. They do everything on our cars.
AC not cooling in my old Honda Civic. Dropped it off in the morning and it was ready to go in the afternoon. System was checked and found leaks that were repaired. I ve always had good experiences and have had multiple vehicles repaired here. Dan is a great guy, always tells me the options and possibilities, and he s honest and upfront about all of it. The guys working there seem professional, knowledgeable and focused on their work. I ll keep coming back as long as it goes that way.
Reasonable, honest, accommodating. Dan special ordered my Mazdas cabin filter and got it installed later that same day and gave me the results of a tire inspection. Ill go here again.
I had a positive experience. They were friendly and helpful.
Smog service. In and out. Perfect
Templeton Smog & Service is the best way to care for my Vehicles!
Honest and reliable
Diagnosis and engine repair. Bryan went to battle with the warranty company and successfully got them to pay all repairs. I m very pleased with their service and professionalism.
Fast and friendly
Dan and his team provided excellent service at a reasonable price and in a quick and professional manner.
Templeton Smog & Service did an excellent job diagnosing the problems with my automobile and did it quickly. I would refer this business to anyone needing auto repair.
Always great customer service.
I got my mini smog check, they were very prompt and affordable.
Very professional. My smog check was fast and very reasonably priced. Will definitely come over for an oil change next
This is where I have my vehicles smogged. I recommend them
I brought my car in to get the air conditioner fixed as it sometimes malfunctioning and I wouldn t have any air conditioning at times. It happened to be blowing air at the time I brought it in though, so they said it seems fine and sent me on my way with an air conditioner that still didn t work properly, and I was hopelessly thinking it couldn t be fixed. The issue got worse and I was more frequently left without air conditioning as the weather got hotter, so I called again and asked them to try again and look harder but I couldn t get another appointment with them for 6 days even though I had already brought my car in and they hadn t fixed it. I couldn t stand having a hot car for that long, so I called Paso Robles Auto Repair. I was able to bring my car in the next morning, they looked at my air conditioner and get this, the Freon was low. Freon is the liquid that makes the air conditioner cool. Refilling it was a simple fix that took about an hour. There is no reason for Templeton Smog and Service to have not seen that, so clearly they decided to not do their jobs properly and didn t check everything because it was blowing air at the time. If I hadn t gone to Paso Robles Auto repair and waited for Templeton Smog and Service, I would still have a hot car with a malfunctioning air conditioner and even then it might not have been fixed. If I had not gone here at all and went somewhere competent in the first place, my air conditioner would have been fixed a long time ago and I wouldn t have had so much trouble with it. What a waste of time. I will definitely be using Paso Robles Auto Repair and not this place from now on.
Always accommodating. Got us in & out no prob. Have multiple vehicles they smog for us all the time and I appreciate their service.
100% Professional
Great service, came in for a smog in n out quick.
These guys are awesome. Put engine in my car, runs great. Very reasonable
Great shop
Fast and friendly
So impressed with customer service. He stopped what he was doing to answer my question, then got me in immediately to assess my daughters car. Gave us piece of mind and we didn t have to wait. I will take all of my cars there
Does what others simply can t do!
Honest and affordable, a fantastic local shop!
I love this auto shoo. Squeezed me in their busy schedule. Defiantly going back for future repairs. Everyone was super nice and never felt rushed through the process. 5 Stars!!! I recommend to anyone who wants to save money and not feel like they have over paid!
Love this place. was able to get in same day for a smog. Fast friendly service.
Good, Great
They were very friendly and professional.
Went to get a smog check. After going to 4 others because would take 2 hours to get to it. Even though they were busy said we could do it right now. Took 20 minutes. I highly recommend them. They are awesome and very friendly staff.
They are best people and servers around this county
Don t get intoxalock, but these guys are cool they helped me get it out faster than i got it in
Took vehicle in believing it was timing chain issues. Expected to pay $2500-$3000. They diagnosed my problem as something minor and fixed the vehicle for $240. Could have charged for timing chain but they didnt. Awesome people. Would recommend highly.
...They know their stuff!...
Best Mexican food on the central coast! We had soup, and LaPatron Chile Relanos. Everything was fresh and the staff was great. Fair pricing! We will be back!!
Good service, reliable people. I had a unique situation with an older vehicle (pre-1996) and out of state tags. These folks made it easy and the service was fast.
Great place and people got my Highlander right in for smog. Will be going back for timing belt. Thanks Dan
This repair shop sucks
Easy experience. Booked appointment day of for smog. Passed no issues. Easy location and food right next door. No complaints.
They have always been honest and get the job done
Nice guys helpful gotta go back but worth the 45 minute drive
Down home auto service and repair. Good work and fair prices. They match competitors coupons too.
They are the best .
Best repair shop in the north county
I like this place they do a good job and theyre very professional
Always excellent service, friendly staff, honest and trustworthy!!
Excelente service and most importantly very fast and efficient.
Dan and his team are both professional and capable. Very glad to have found them.
Always helpful, quick smog check.
There were fast, efficient and friendly.
16 yr old son took his vehicle in as it was overheating - they told him he needed a new thermostat and radiator cap - 3 days later the radiator blew and cracked. Called the manager, Dan - took no responsibility as he said there was no way to tell that the radiator was plugged, his solution to make this right was to bring the vehicle back and they could sell me a new radiator as a cracked radiator could not be repair.
Great service
Smog check, will return, I will.
I took a perfectly fine operating car in for a smog check, when I came back my entire charging system was fried. They blamed it on me leaving my headlights on when I dropped the car off. Thats impossible in 2000 Camry - you cant leave the lights on and get out of the car with the keys. The owner, Brian Caruana, refused to correct the situation. Reply to the owners reply: I gave Brian the chance to show me how I could have possibly left my lights on with the keys out of the ignition (literally in Brians hands!). I told him if he could show me how that could happen, Id take full responsibility. Brian refused to even try, probably because he knows it cant be done. Templeton Auto clearly damaged my charging system and refused to take responsibility for it.
Total waste of time these guys are a scam and tried to take my GF for a few thousand on things that were not broken. Had another friend take a truck there for a tune up and brakes, Came back running no better and the brake pedal went to the floor before even leaving the parking lot.
Fabulous service. My go to place, if they dont have it they will get it!
Friendly staff great price and service
Very knowledgable friendly place
Andrew what is very helpful recently. I like their style on the phone and in person.
Great service great peopl
I sure love this place. It is not the biggest part store in the world but somehow they always have the stuff I need. The staff there are incredibly helpful and always go out of their way to make sure you get what you need. you have to love the small-town part stores as they are a totally different experience than a big box store but I wouldnt have it any other way
Fixed my truck
My go to spot for a smog service. They get the job done in about 20-30 minutes. Fair pricing, and respectful in person. Convenient location right in downtown Templeton, so the wait for the smog to be finished can be spent grabbing a bite to eat from a nearby business.
Just had a great experience getting my car smogged. I walked in with no appointment. They took my car right away. Everyone I encountered was friendly and helpful. Price was good. I will come back here for my next smog.
Always treated well by Brian, Anthony and the crew
As a woman who knows very little about cars I love this place. It was suggested to me as a trustworthy no nonsense shop and I feel very comfortable with them. I have been helped the most by Anthony. He explains how its gonna go, professional, nice then gets to work. Its quick great service, more than fair price. Ive lived North and South of these guys and would go out of my way to come here for the peace of mind that I am getting advice a brother would give me. Thank you!
Good place to get that smog or just a tune-up. Go here first!
These guys are great, they always treat me right and are fair. My favorite place to take my car for maintenance. Thank you Dan!!
THESE GUYS ROCK!! Always so helpful, such a great home-town experience every time I go there. My most favorite place any time I need anything car related. Thank you Templeton Auto Parts!!
These guys know what they are doing. They are honest and take care of your from start to finish! Im happy to give them a 5 star recommendation!
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