Rusty's Repair

Name: Rusty's Repair
Address: 318 River St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, US
Telephone: 831-458-9445
Price range: $
Rating: 4.0

318 River St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060 831-458-9445

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39 ratings
92% gave a "superior" overall rating
- Prices 32% lower than average
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Consumer Comments for Rusty's Repair

Consumer from WATSONVILLE, CA
Mar 20, 2025

Rusty has maintained our automobiles for the past 25 years. Except for warranty work on a new car, he is the only mechanic we have used in those years. He only works on a limited brand of cars, e.g. Honda, Toyota, Mazda. Perhaps one or two more.

Consumer from Mount Hermon, CA
Oct 24, 2022

Rusty's Repair has kept my 1999 vintage car running (and running well) since I bought it. The mechanics are friendly, efficient, and competent. Work is done promptly.

Consumer from Scotts Valley, CA
Dec 30, 2014

I have been going to Rusty's for over 25 years and only buy cars that Rusty's can service. Rusty and the other mechanics are top notch and would recommend them to anyone.

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