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Best Mechanics in the Agoura Hills Area for Each Job

Picked by what drivers actually write. Each count is the number of Google reviews that raise the topic. Every shop listed holds 4.5 stars or better.

Best for Fair Prices

  1. Gallardo's Automotive Service Inc36 reviews mention it · 4.9★ · Thousand Oaks · 6 mi
  2. Bennett Automotive26 reviews mention it · 5.0★ · Thousand Oaks · 6 mi
  3. Shelley's Precision Auto Center16 reviews mention it · 4.8★ · Thousand Oaks · 6 mi

Best for Honest Work

  1. Bavarian Performance Specialists7 reviews mention it · 4.9★ · Thousand Oaks · 4 mi
  2. Bennett Automotive5 reviews mention it · 5.0★ · Thousand Oaks · 6 mi
  3. Gallardo's Automotive Service Inc5 reviews mention it · 4.9★ · Thousand Oaks · 6 mi

Best for Finding the Problem

  1. Gallardo's Automotive Service Inc18 reviews mention it · 4.9★ · Thousand Oaks · 6 mi
  2. Bennett Automotive12 reviews mention it · 5.0★ · Thousand Oaks · 6 mi
  3. Matt’s Mobile Mechanics6 reviews mention it · 5.0★ · Woodland Hills · 7 mi

Stories About Mechanics in the Agoura Hills Area

Interviews with local mechanics in their own words, and spotlights on the shops drivers talk about most.

Bennett Automotive

Bennett Automotive holds 5.0 stars on 217 Google reviews. Drivers bring up fair pricing (23), diagnosis (12) and courteous staff (11) most often. They come to you.

Gallardo's Automotive Service Inc

Gallardo's Automotive Service Inc holds 4.9 stars on 506 Google reviews. Drivers bring up fair pricing (36), courteous staff (26) and problem diagnosis (18) most often. They come to you.

Bavarian Performance Specialists

Bavarian Performance Specialists holds 4.9 stars on 146 Google reviews. Drivers bring up thoroughness (8), honest staff (7) and kind staff (5) most often. They come to you.

Reed's Automotive

Reed's Automotive holds 4.9 stars on 96 Google reviews. Drivers bring up quality of work (5), skilled staff (4) and kind staff (3) most often. They come to you.

Shelley's Precision Auto Center

Shelley's Precision Auto Center holds 4.8 stars on 213 Google reviews. Drivers bring up fair pricing (16), front office staff (12) and pleasant staff (8) most often. They come to you.

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The Highest Rated Auto Repair in Agoura Hills

Ranked by the rating and review count on each listing, not by who pays us. Nobody pays us.

  1. Tire Man Agoura★ 4.9724 reviews · Tire Shop
  2. SW Lights★ 4.9185 reviews · Repair Shop
  3. Koncept Motorwerks★ 4.9178 reviews · Repair Shop
  4. The Service Station★ 4.961 reviews · Repair Shop
  5. Coast RV Center★ 4.843 reviews · RV/Trailer

The best reviewed business in Agoura Hills right now is Tire Man Agoura, at 4.9 stars across 724 reviews. Every shop above clears 4.3 stars with at least 15 reviews behind it, which is the point where a rating starts meaning something. Plenty of shops hold five stars on four reviews. That is not the same thing.

Of the 17 businesses listed in Agoura Hills, there are 2 that will come to you, 8 with a workshop you drive to and 4 tire shops. None has been claimed by its owner yet, so the hours and phone numbers come from public records. An unclaimed listing is not a worse business. It just means we built the record and nobody has corrected it yet.

Map of Mechanics in Agoura Hills

17 pinned locations · open the full MechanicRank map →

All Auto Repair and Mobile Mechanics in Agoura Hills

17 independent businesses in our directory.

Photos From Shops Around Agoura Hills

Real photos from the mechanics themselves or their own websites. No stock photos.

DRIVEN Smog Lube Wash near Agoura Hills
DRIVEN Smog Lube WashAgoura Hills · photo from carslovedriven.com
EAD Motorsport near Agoura Hills
EAD MotorsportAgoura Hills · photo from eadmotorsport.com
SW Lights near Agoura Hills
SW LightsAgoura Hills · photo from sw-lights.com
Dent Mechanix inc. near Agoura Hills
Dent Mechanix inc.Agoura Hills · photo from lh3.googleusercontent.com
Coast RV Center near Agoura Hills
Coast RV CenterAgoura Hills · photo from coastrvcenter.com
Revolution Motorsports near Agoura Hills
Revolution MotorsportsAgoura Hills · photo from revolutionmotorsportsca.hibuwebsites.com
Brake and Alignment Agoura near Agoura Hills
Brake and Alignment AgouraAgoura Hills · photo from brakesalignment.com
Four Rings Performance near Agoura Hills
Four Rings PerformanceAgoura Hills · photo from fourringsperformance.com
Tire Man Agoura near Agoura Hills
Tire Man AgouraAgoura Hills · photo from tire-man.com
Koncept Motorwerks near Agoura Hills
Koncept MotorwerksAgoura Hills · photo from konceptmw.com
CSMotorwerks European Auto near Agoura Hills
CSMotorwerks European AutoWestlake Village · 2 mi · photo from csmotorwerks.com
Lance's Collision Inc near Agoura Hills
Lance's Collision IncWestlake Village · 2 mi · photo from lancescollision.com

Getting a Car Fixed in Agoura Hills

Independent shops in California usually charge $120 to $175 an hour for labor, which is above the national average. A quote is the book time for the job times that rate, plus parts. At California rates, an alternator replacement runs about $300 to $890 and a spark plug replacement runs about $135 to $510 for a midsize car.

Of the 16 Agoura Hills listings that post their hours, 7 open on Saturday and 3 on Sunday. 5 open before 8 AM on weekdays, which helps if you need to drop the car off before work.

11 businesses in Agoura Hills have at least 15 reviews, enough for a rating to mean something, and 10 of those hold 4.5 stars or better. Half of them have 162 or more reviews. A shop with a long history and a 4.6 is a safer call than a perfect 5.0 from a handful of people.

For work a general shop may turn away, Agoura Hills has 1 body and collision shop, 4 tire shops, 1 smog and emissions station and 1 RV and trailer shop. Call ahead with the year, make and model so you do not waste a trip.

Gas, hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles from 1976 and newer, and diesel vehicles from 1998 and newer, need a smog check every two years when the DMV renewal notice asks for one. Gas and hybrid vehicles 8 model years old or newer pay a smog abatement fee instead, and electric vehicles are exempt. A smog check is also needed when most vehicles are sold and when a vehicle from another state is first registered in California. Details are on the California Bureau of Automotive Repair site. Auto shops must be registered with the Bureau of Automotive Repair, must give an estimate, and cannot start work until the customer approves it. Customers can get replaced parts back if they ask before approving the repairs, and the shop must give a final itemized invoice. Read the rule.

Owning a Car in Agoura Hills

115Days a Year at 90°F or Hotter
11Nights a Year at or Below Freezing
16Inches of Rain a Year
29Minute Average Commute
2.15Cars per Household
0%Households With No Car
65%Drive to Work Alone

Agoura Hills sees about 115 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 36 of them reach 100°F. Heat wears a battery out faster than cold does, so a battery that seems fine in spring can quit in August. Get it tested once it is three years old. Heat also works the AC, the cooling fan and the coolant hard, and those jobs pile up in the first hot weeks of the year.

The average commute in Agoura Hills is 29 minutes each way, and 65% of workers drive there alone. Long commutes add miles fast, so oil changes and brakes come due sooner than the calendar says.

Sources, checked October 13, 2026

  • Weather: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020, station Woodland Hills Pierce College
  • Households and commutes: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024, Agoura Hills city

Pre-Purchase Inspections in Agoura Hills

Buying a used car in Agoura Hills? PPI Auto, our sister company, sends an inspector to the car for $225 on most cars, pickups and SUVs. That is a 122 point check with a full scan and a road test, and the report comes back the same day. Dealer lot, private seller or auction, it works the same.

The nearest PPI Auto city is Los Angeles, about 30 miles away, and inspectors drive out to Agoura Hills.

Parts of California require an emissions test. Ask the seller for the last test report, and if the check engine light is on, walk away until someone has read the code.

Questions About Auto Repair in Agoura Hills

How many auto repair businesses are there in Agoura Hills?

We list 17 in Agoura Hills, CA. That covers mobile mechanics, workshops, diesel and heavy duty specialists, body shops and tire shops. Every one has its own page with the phone number, what they work on and the reviews we have found.

Who is the best rated mechanic in Agoura Hills?

Tire Man Agoura currently holds the highest rating in Agoura Hills at 4.9 stars from 724 reviews. Tire Man Agoura, SW Lights, Koncept Motorwerks are the top three by rating among businesses with a real review history behind them. We rank on the ratings themselves and nobody can pay to appear there.

Are there mobile mechanics in Agoura Hills?

Yes. 2 of the businesses we list in Agoura Hills will travel to you rather than making you bring the car in. That covers most servicing, brakes, batteries, diagnostics and plenty of repairs that do not need a lift.

How much do mechanics charge per hour in Agoura Hills?

Independent shops in California usually bill $120 to $175 an hour for labor. The national range is $95 to $140. Dealers charge more. Most quotes are the book time for the job times that rate, plus parts, so ask the shop how many hours it is billing you for.

Does California require a car inspection?

Gas, hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles from 1976 and newer, and diesel vehicles from 1998 and newer, need a smog check every two years when the DMV renewal notice asks for one. Gas and hybrid vehicles 8 model years old or newer pay a smog abatement fee instead, and electric vehicles are exempt. A smog check is also needed when most vehicles are sold and when a vehicle from another state is first registered in California.

Are any mechanics in Agoura Hills open on Sunday?

Yes. 3 of the businesses we list in Agoura Hills show Sunday hours, including Simi Valley Mobile Auto Glass, Agoura Car Care Tire Pros and Pro Mobile Tire repair Service Agoura Hills. Call first, because Sunday hours are often short and some only take emergencies.

How do I know a shop in Agoura Hills is trustworthy?

Look at the review count as well as the stars, because five stars from four people tells you very little. None of the 17 listings in Agoura Hills has been claimed yet, so call to confirm hours and what the shop works on. Auto shops must be registered with the Bureau of Automotive Repair, must give an estimate, and cannot start work until the customer approves it. Customers can get replaced parts back if they ask before approving the repairs, and the shop must give a final itemized invoice. Get the quote in writing before any work starts.

Does it cost more to use a mobile mechanic in Agoura Hills?

Usually not. 2 of the businesses in Agoura Hills come to you, and with no building to pay for, they often charge a bit less than a shop. What they cannot do in a driveway is work that needs a lift or a press, so heavy jobs still go to a shop.

How does the heat in Agoura Hills affect my car?

Agoura Hills averages about 115 days a year at 90°F or hotter. Heat wears out batteries faster than cold does, and it is hard on the AC, the cooling system and tires. Test the battery every year once it is three years old and have the AC checked before summer.

Can I get a pre-purchase inspection in Agoura Hills?

Yes. PPI Auto, our sister company, inspects used cars in Agoura Hills for $225 on most cars, pickups and SUVs. The inspector comes to the car, runs a 122 point check and sends the report the same day. Call 951-267-8500 to book.

How do I check a mechanic's license in Agoura Hills?

In California anyone paid to diagnose or repair cars must be registered with the Bureau of Automotive Repair as an Automotive Repair Dealer, and the number starts with ARD. You can look any shop up by name or number on the state's license search at search.dca.ca.gov. 8 of the 17 listings in Agoura Hills show a BAR number on their MechanicRank page, linked to that lookup. If a shop will not give you its ARD number, take the car somewhere that will.

Why do some Agoura Hills listings have photos and others do not?

11 of the 17 listings in Agoura Hills show a photo or logo. They come from the owner, from the business's own website, or from our own jobs for Supercanic locations. We never put a stock or AI photo on someone else's business. Owners can claim their listing free and add their own.

How does MechanicRank check the mechanics in Agoura Hills?

We call, text and email the businesses we list to confirm their details, and listings whose numbers turn out to be dead come off the directory. Nobody can pay to rank higher.

Why use MechanicRank to find a mechanic in Agoura Hills?

Because we work with these mechanics, not just list them. Besides checking listings, we run free study guides and certification exams for mechanics, publish repair cost guides by state, and give shops software to send written quotes and invoices. 2 of the Agoura Hills listings come to you, 17 carry a rating with the review count beside it, and the order on this page follows the published rules on our How We Rank page.

How much does a mobile mechanic cost in Agoura Hills?

Most mobile mechanics in Agoura Hills price by the job, not the hour. Independent shop labor in California runs about $120 to $175 an hour, and mobile prices usually land in the same range for the same repair. Some add a trip fee and some fold it in. Ask for one total price, trip included, before they drive out. Our repair cost guides show typical parts and labor for each job.

Is $100 an hour fair for mechanic labor in California?

Yes. Typical independent shop labor in California is about $120 to $175 an hour, so $100 is below the normal range. Dealers often charge more. What matters most is the total. Ask how many hours the job is quoted at and compare that with a second shop.

Who is the best mobile mechanic in Agoura Hills?

By rating and review count together, the strongest mobile mechanics in the Agoura Hills area right now are J&D Mobile Tire Express Repair Service & Tires Replacement Simi Valley (5.0 stars, 51 reviews) and Matt’s Mobile Mechanics (5.0 stars, 24 reviews). We weigh stars against how many reviews back them, so a perfect score on a few reviews does not win.

What are the downsides of using a mobile mechanic?

Some work needs a shop. Transmission swaps, engine rebuilds, alignments and anything that needs a lift go to a garage. Bad weather can push back a driveway job, and you need a safe, legal place to park where the mechanic can work. Many mobile mechanics also run a shop, or will tell you up front when a job needs one.

How do I shop around for car repairs?

Get a written estimate that lists parts and labor. Call two or three shops with the same estimate and ask each for a total price. Ask what warranty comes with the parts and the work. Read recent reviews, not just the star score. A shop that explains the problem clearly and shows you the old part is a good sign.

How this page was made

This page lists 17 auto repair businesses in Agoura Hills, CA. We built it from business details and ratings from each Google Business Profile, owner claims and uploads, license numbers from owners and the state license board, California repair and inspection rules from the state agency and Census and NOAA figures for the local car ownership section. We call, text and email the businesses to keep it right, and take listings down when a number goes dead.

Why trust it: no business pays to be listed or to rank, the order follows our published rules, and every count on this page is counted from the listings below. 11 show a photo or logo, 8 show a license number (8 checked against California's BAR) and 0 have been confirmed by the owner.

Mechanics in Cities Around Agoura Hills

8 nearby cities within 10 miles, biggest first. Mobile mechanics often cross city lines, so a shop one town over may come to you.

What Car Repairs Cost in Agoura Hills, CA

Typical independent shop prices at California labor rates, parts and labor, for a midsize car. Each guide shows the price for your vehicle and what to ask before you pay. See all 91 repair cost guides.

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