Steve's Auto Care

Name: Steve's Auto Care
Address: 879 Sweetser Ave, Novato, CA, 94945, US
Telephone: 415-899-1115
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.5

879 Sweetser Ave
Novato, CA 94945 415-899-1115

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40 ratings
98% gave a "superior" overall rating
- Prices 3% lower than average
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Consumer Comments for Steve's Auto Care

Consumer from NOVATO, CA
Feb 23, 2024

He says he works on all Japanese autos, but he knows some brands much better than others. Overall he is very good and a easy to work with.

Consumer from Novato, CA
Sep 26, 2022

All around excellent.

Consumer from El Sobrante, CA
Nov 01, 2020

They are a quality shop, but I noticed two concerns. 1) When I asked if they could install Michelin tires (a brand they don't sell), the mechanic told me not to get that brand because the sun destroys that brand's tires. 2) When I made an appointment for a wheel balance and oil change I made it for 3:00 pm and told the mechanic I was not dropping off, that I would be waiting for service. When I arrived I was told it would be ready at 6:00 pm. I reminded him of the agreement, he left to check with mechanics and returned and said it might be as early as 5:30 pm. I had to take it elsewhere for service. They don't seem to understand the concept of 'appointment.'

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