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Auto Repair Shops and Mobile Mechanics in Firebaugh, CA

MechanicRank lists 8 auto repair businesses in Firebaugh, CA. 1 runs an auto repair shop you can drive to. The best rated with a real review history is GIA Auto Paint & Collision, at 4.9 stars from 39 reviews. Every listing shows the phone number, hours and reviews. Or send one free quote request and a local mechanic calls you back.

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Service Types 7
Auto Repair Shops 1 Diesel Specialists 1 Heavy Duty & Fleet 1 Body & Collision 1 Tire Shops 2 Smog & Emissions 1 Specialty Services 1

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All Auto Repair and Mobile Mechanics in Firebaugh

8 independent businesses in our directory.

Getting a Car Fixed in Firebaugh

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, a spark plug replacement runs about $135 to $510 and a wheel alignment runs about $95 to $230 for a midsize car.

Of the 7 Firebaugh listings that post their hours, 6 open on Saturday and 3 on Sunday. 2 open before 8 AM on weekdays, which helps if you need to drop the car off before work.

4 businesses in Firebaugh have at least 15 reviews, enough for a rating to mean something, and 3 of those hold 4.5 stars or better. Half of them have 63 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, Firebaugh has 1 diesel specialist, 1 body and collision shop, 2 tire shops, 1 smog and emissions station and 1 heavy duty and fleet 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 Firebaugh

26Minute Average Commute
1.76Cars per Household
9%Households With No Car
83%Drive to Work Alone

The average commute in Firebaugh is 26 minutes each way, and 83% of workers drive there alone.

Sources, checked October 13, 2026

  • Households and commutes: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024, Firebaugh city

Pre-Purchase Inspections in Firebaugh

Buying a used car in Firebaugh? 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 Fresno, about 38 miles away, and inspectors drive out to Firebaugh.

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.

Book a $225 Inspection Call 951-267-8500

Questions About Auto Repair in Firebaugh

How many auto repair businesses are there in Firebaugh?

We list 8 in Firebaugh, 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 Firebaugh?

GIA Auto Paint & Collision currently holds the highest rating in Firebaugh at 4.9 stars from 39 reviews. GIA Auto Paint & Collision, ALEX AUTO DIAGNOSTICS & SMOGS #2, Manuel's Tire Service Inc 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.

How much do mechanics charge per hour in Firebaugh?

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 Firebaugh open on Sunday?

Yes. 3 of the businesses we list in Firebaugh show Sunday hours, including Mk diesel repair Road service, ALEX AUTO DIAGNOSTICS & SMOGS #2 and Valadez Tire shop. Call first, because Sunday hours are often short and some only take emergencies.

How do I know a shop in Firebaugh 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 8 listings in Firebaugh 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.

Can I get a pre-purchase inspection in Firebaugh?

Yes. PPI Auto, our sister company, inspects used cars in Firebaugh 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.

Mechanics in Nearby Cities

No luck in Firebaugh? A mobile mechanic from the next town over will often make the trip. See all 705 cities in California.

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What Car Repairs Cost in Firebaugh, 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.

Wheel bearing replacement cost $200 to $740Engine replacement cost $3,200 to $8,150Transmission replacement cost $2,220 to $5,150Heater core replacement cost $720 to $2,200Brake line replacement cost $150 to $950Radiator replacement cost $330 to $975
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