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Car Nerds
2621 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405, United States
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Car Nerds

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Do
Review №1

Rony and his team did a great job taking car of my car with very little notice. There was a problem with my water pump and several related parts. I feel like the team went above and beyond to get the parts (driving to dealers across LA) in order to get the car done on time. In spite of the extra work that went into the repair, Rony kept the labor costs at a very reasonable level and didnt charge me for all of the hours that he could have. They provided high quality at a great value. I would use Car Nerds again.

Gw
Review №2

My Kia was having problems and they fit me in right away, then figured out that the problem was much more minor than I initially thought and didnt charge me anything for the fix. They were very courteous. Ill be back!

Ma
Review №3

They gave me back my car filthy grease smudges and marks all over my car on the fabric like chunks of grease it was bad. overall poor experience high pricin didnt honor my discounts that they advertise thru affiliation with the lyft program they no longer with. Although lyft send me there. I wouldnt go back.

Jo
Review №4

They were able to verify which suggested services from our dealerships service center were actually necessary, and do them for an better rate.

Sa
Review №5

These guys do a great job. Honest, fast, fairly affordable, and friendly. They installed a new battery on my hybrid and all is working great again.

Mi
Review №6

Car Nerds is awesome! Fast, professional, high quality and less expensive than all nearby competitors. Strongly recommend them if you’re looking for an auto shop.

Se
Review №7

I started taking my old Prius to them years ago, and now I take my Ford C-Max Hybrid. They are extremely nice and polite. Ronnie is extremely competent. He ran a dealership service department, and took all that knowledge and talent to open a shop. They are top level guys with plenty experience to back it up. I had an odd noise, and they were willing to take time and every effort to figure it out; not even the Ford dealership could figure it out. I highly recommend them; make sure to ask for Ronnie.

An
Review №8

This is one of the best auto repair shops Ive ever been to. They know exactly what they are doing when it comes engines, batteries and steering problems, even on a 2008 Ford Hybrid, which theyve helped me keep running for years.Most importantly, the person to person interaction from business to customer is friendly and efficient. I highly recommend this place!

Cl
Review №9

I have been a loyal fan of Car Nerds since they first opened. Roni and his staff are extremely knowledgeable about hybrid vehicles. Even though my new car is still under warranty, I always take my car here first - mainly because they are honest and I know that whatever the issue is, they will give me the 411 without the upsell. With hybrid/electric vehicles being as complex as they are now, it is a relief to have Car Nerds be my go to for all my car needs. Highly recommend.

Au
Review №10

Awesome shop and a very nice group of people. Ronnie is awesome. I think this is a very conscientious team of talented and honest professional mechanics. I will always go to this shop so long as they keep up the awesome level of service and experience I have noticed.

Ar
Review №11

I went to Carnerds because they had a high rating and come to find out it is well deserved. My 08 Prius had many warning lights on the dashboard and i had been quoted several hundred dollars at a different place but CarNerds did a diagnostic and were able to fix it and clear the fault codes without them returning and i was only charged the hourly diagnostic rate, I commend them for their honesty. Also, the quoted time to repair was very accurate. Thank You CarNerds, i will be recommending you to friends and family.

na
Review №12

I love these guys prompt, efficient and knowledgeable not to mention kind.

Am
Review №13

Called last minute for an unexpected rattle happening with my car.They said come right over and was able to figure out and give my car back within an hour!Awesome dudes. Awesome service.Thank you so much!

Ro
Review №14

I stopped by Car Nerds today at met the owner Ronnie he is a Great Guy and put me at ease with my service needed,Ronnie was very friendly and knowledgably with my car repair and on the spot and told me exactly what was wrong with my car, and I was so impressed with Ronnie and his great price and honesty and reputation, that Im getting my car fixed there today!! ...All his 4 mechanics are former Toyota dealer mechanics and really know their stuff especially Juan I plan to tell all my Prius friends to go see Ronnie for all their car service needs, the shop is very organized and professional looking and Ronnie is a really cool guy whos very easy to talk to,Ronnie wont rip you off like other shops and dealers do, I highly recommend Car Nerds to anyone I gave it 5 Stars it deserves 10 Stars and the service manager Jasper was also excellent getting all my paper work and payment done fast and the prices were the same as quoted to me from the start no disappointments

JE
Review №15

This is the best kept secret on the westside. I will never go anywhere else. These guys really are car nerds too. 🤓

Ma
Review №16

I love this place! Car Nerds always provides excellent service at extremely reasonable prices for my 2005 Toyota Prius.

Se
Review №17

These guys are so honest. I brought my car in for brake, rotors, and a brake fluid check, and they told me I was good for another 6 months! Who does that?! It didnt cost me one cent.Their services are also decently priced. I highly, highly recommend Car Nerds. I will start bringing my car there for service instead of my dealership.

Ja
Review №18

This place is amazing, very professional and courteous people. I highly recommend this place to anybody that needs their car repaired

Oc
Review №19

Very professional and knowledgeable. Top service all around!

A
Review №20

I spoke to him on the phone and they were very helpful.

Fr
Review №21

Love this place! They are always very nice, and get what they need to get done in a timely manner. They make car services seamless. Great prices too!

Hi
Review №22

Got my car diagnosed for free, so helpful for me, cause I’m on low balance. Very good place definitely suggest to treat your car here

Ja
Review №23

I had what I thought was a major problem with my engine. Car Nerds took care of me in no time, and since it actually turned out to be a small fix, they did it for free. Very generous. They also were willing to keep my car a couple extra days, since they fixed it so quickly and I was still out of town when they were finished.

Ca
Review №24

I’ve been going here for years, and they are hands down the best service center ever! Rony and Gil lead a great team of reliable, quick and hardworking mechanics who know their stuff!

In
Review №25

Professional, trustworthy and GREAT service. Best experience with a mechanic ever! My cars AC compressor went out and I drive for Lyft so I HAD to fix it ASAP. He got it fixed super fast and found me the part I needed for a great price! The AC is ice cold now and I get to keep making a living without having to deal with anyone trying to take advantage of me.

So
Review №26

Check out their ratings. Everyone loves themThey are honest & very reasonable. Oh yeah & they always do a great job.

Fr
Review №27

Gil is a very nice guy, knowledgeable and professional. He took care of my bmw 328i very nicely. Excellent work done for my 100,000 mile maintenance. Also fixed my leaking oil housing gasket. Definitely recommend for BMW owners.

Da
Review №28

Have had great experiences here. Recently, Gil really helped me out and made sure my car got all the care it needed. Honestly would rate them higher than 5 stars if I could. All the staff is kind and incredibly helpful.

Ma
Review №29

Great place. Honest mechanics. Ive come to trust these guys.

Pe
Review №30

Gil and Rony are the BEST! They are very professional, courteous and attend to my cars needs in a timely fashion. I appreciate their customer service and support, they go above and beyond, I am happy to support their business, I come here every time my hybrid car needs a fix.

aa
Review №31

Good car shop - great with older Prius models

Eu
Review №32

Great guys! Honest! Took my BMW 528i and checked it out. Kindly let me know car was beyond repair and didn’t charge me. Highly recommend Car Nerds!

S
Review №33

Quality work at good price. I needed an oil change. In addition my car started overheating. They replaced the radiator and thermostat. Now car runs fine. I communicated with Gil.

P
Review №34

Gil took care of my brake flush. Upfront pricing, no surprises. Quick turnaround, and excellent work. 12/10 would return for future needs.

Ro
Review №35

Great service. Very knowledgeable and helpful mechanic. Prices below average which is miracle for that area. Super!!

Mi
Review №36

The best!

jo
Review №37

Very cool and honest guys ! Gil and Ronnie seriously are knowledgeable and fair when it comes to pricing for repairs . My brother in law referred me to them and thank GOD I never have to go to the dealer again for my hybrid .

Ca
Review №38

I have been a loyal customer of Car Nerds for several years. In fact, I have referred many friends and colleagues to Car Nerds, and they sing their praises as I do! Plus, if you have a Prius or a highbred vehicle, then this is definitely the place for you!Prices:Premium services at competitive prices! If you have a budget, they will be honest with you about what services should take priority so that you have an appropriate car maintenance schedule that may fit your budget.Scheduling:Easy. They will work with your availability with zero drama.S.O.S scheduling!While they run a busy shop, there was an instance where I had an emergency and my car was towed to their shop. They put me at the front of the queue and helped me immediately!Customer service:Owner, Rony, runs an honest shop with a hard-working staff that offer personalized customer service! Gil does a great job helming the office and coordinating all car services. What I find unique is that they are very open to any feedback that you may have because they strive for you to have a good experience with them.Car work:Their staff and mechanics are knowledgeable and highly skilled. I know very little about cars, and they have the patience to answer every one of my questions in a way that is easy to understand so that I can make an informed decision on how I want to approach any of cars maintenance and/or repairs. My Prius leaves happy and healthy each and every time!Final remarks:Car Nerds makes having to attend to your vehicle, effortless. Five stars all the way! *****

Em
Review №39

Hybrid brike down. They replaced the battery I just replaced. Leave with new battery. Car breaks down again. Car sits at their shop for over a month. I eventually pick it up. 35 minutes after, car breaks down again. I call to say Im bringing it back. They said dont bother.... Thanks.

Je
Review №40

Rony and the guys are honest and nice. Great work at super reasonable rates. Theyve been my go to for years. Thanks fellas!

Ca
Review №41

Awesome service! They also offer vehicle pick up and delivery! I dont have to leave my house to get my car serviced any longer!

Sa
Review №42

Great place. Very informative and helpful. Trustworthy. They just couldnt help me fix my car to pass the smog check. I finally did it in east los angeles

Ke
Review №43

These are the most trustworthy mechanics Ive had in my 20-plus years of owning a vehicle--and Im extremely discerning (even more than I am with dentists). I live in Hollywood but travel to Santa Monica (and take a Lyft back if I leave my car overnight) just for their excellent service and affordable prices. My understanding is that they were started by a former Toyota dealership mechanic who found the dealership to be overcharging, so he decided to start his own place where he could offer specialized knowledge for reasonable prices. I currently own a Prius, but Id bring any make of car here.One of the things I most appreciate is that they will talk to you about which repairs need to be done urgently - or are necessary for long-term health of the vehicle - and those that you can get by without addressing if your car is older and you simply cannot afford to fix every minor issue that inevitably ails an aging vehicle. That earns my trust. The last time I was there, they threw in wiper blades for free, given that Id hair a fair number of repairs done. But this isnt a place where you need to bargain for freebies or lower prices (which Ive done pretty much everything other place Ive taken my car) - the prices they give you are incredibly fair and you will come away with your moneys worth. Just dont miss the turn into the lot - if you think youre seeing it, you are.

St
Review №44

They got the car running again and I will take it back for more service that is needed down the road

Al
Review №45

2015 Prius C with 28K miles - regular service - oil change with a number of checks. Done within an hour, was easy to schedule an appointment. Recommended.

Yo
Review №46

Quick and affordable. Great service. Clean place

Je
Review №47

Ive been told to come to Car Nerds numerous times and I finally listened to that good advice. They took care of my Prius and explained to me why my lights werent working. They ensured that there were not any bigger issues and lucky for me is what the cheapest fix possible! Ill definitely be going back to them for everything my very high mileage Prius needs.

Mi
Review №48

They get the job done! Im happy with my service and their commitment to fixing a problem, even if its complicated.

Ry
Review №49

Friendly & Honest! Car Nerds has provided excellent service!

Cl
Review №50

Great service very reasonable prices

Se
Review №51

Very nice place, Gil managed to get a belt on short notice when hope seemed lost. Highly recommend!

Ka
Review №52

Wonderful, fast and they know what they are doing. My go to, if my car ever breaks down in LA again.

Ma
Review №53

My Prius wasn’t starting, I’ve tow that to CAR NERDS, so them told me that the hybrid battery was dead and ask me $3,000 to replace that and offered $500 to buy my car. I refused the offer and took the car to HYBRID AUTOTECH shop that solved the problem in 5 minutes for nothing!! It was just the hybrid battery SERVICE PLUG misfit!! Thank you guys for make me find the HYBRID AUTOTEC!!!

Ti
Review №54

Kevin, the manager/owner of the shop, he is a very nice and patient person.

Mi
Review №55

Rony and the team are super chill, easy to work with, honest and quick working. Highly recommended

br
Review №56

Great guys, no bs so much better than the dealership in all ways

Mi
Review №57

Great place. Good price, good work. Thank you :)

An
Review №58

They always take care of me and know what theyre doing!

Ch
Review №59

Fixed my truck in a pinch. Good $$Thanks guys - Burn

J
Review №60

Best mechanic experience in many years.

Ri
Review №61

Friendly staff! I feel very comfortable bringing my prius here

Dr
Review №62

Good work

Je
Review №63

Amazing service and company.

Lu
Review №64

Excellent

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4.7 Rating
  • Address:2621 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405, United States
  • Site:http://lacarnerds.com/
  • Phone:+1 310-582-8200
Categories
  • Auto repair shop
Working hours
  • Monday:8am–5pm
  • Tuesday:8am–5pm
  • Wednesday:8am–5pm
  • Thursday:8am–12pm
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:8am–5pm
  • Sunday:8am–5pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Oil change:Yes
Amenities
  • Mechanic:Yes
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
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