European Auto,

276 E Market St suite b, Salinas, CA 93901, United States

"CAUTION! Called to see about an oil pressure check for my 08 Audi. I have a good friend who was a Master tech for 27 years who gives me advice - and I'm pretty handy, but not a full mechanic. They quoted me $240 to do an oil pressure check. The dealership (Audi of the Monterey Peninsula) will do an entire engine diagnostic with factory trained master techs for . . . That exact same price - $240. Read a lot of reviews and the 5 stars are all simple "good service, really nice" (people who don't know about cars) and most of the 1 star reviews had details making it obvious the person actually has mechanical knowledge, a few with specific details that they lied or tried to unplug sensors to get more work. Seems like they specialize in European cars because they're expensive (so you can charge high for service) and many folks with euro cars aren't gearheads or wrenches - more typically people with $ and into luxury stuff (easily overcharged w/lack of knowledge and happy with "good customer service" & attitude - when they're really getting took). It's tough, but if you know a friend or family member who's a mechanic or with good knowledge, always consult them first. Shops like this are hit and miss, you can look to save a few bucks and end up paying hundreds or thousands more than the dealer."

"These guys are awesome! They helped me through every step of the way, from ordering a transmission, ordering replacement parts, and being honest about what needed to be repaired and what didn’t. Very friendly and professional. Definitely using this shop again."

"Took a 2010 BMX X5 to fix it showed some malfunctions codes. and what they did? They erase the codes reset the car it last few months and exactly the same problem apear again. They didn't change anything. I took it again and they did the same thing. Very poor and bad service."

"So Blessed I found this place for my 2016 428i Grand Coupe BMW ,Juan was very helpful. Grateful for the attitude they show me makes me feel comfortable right away Great experience will go along the way....Trust is something u earn..& they deserve it Again thank you Juan & Pablo"

"Juan and Jesus are awesome! They truly helped my son with his BMW. They care more about helping than the money. Gave us a payment plan and were so much help. Will keep them as our mechanics. Thank you so much!"