Auto Repair Shops and Mobile Mechanics in San Lorenzo, CA
MechanicRank lists 6 auto repair businesses in San Lorenzo, CA. 1 is a mobile mechanic who comes to your home or work and 5 run auto repair shops you can drive to. The best rated with a real review history is Mobile tire roadside services, at 5.0 stars from 261 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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All Auto Repair and Mobile Mechanics in San Lorenzo
6 independent businesses in our directory.
San Lorenzo Auto Repair No 1
LoFi Moto
American Fast Lube
San Lorenzo Auto Repair
A & C Auto Services
Getting a Car Fixed in San Lorenzo
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 starter replacement runs about $270 to $840 for a midsize car.
Of the 5 San Lorenzo listings that post their hours, 5 open on Saturday and 1 on Sunday. 1 open before 8 AM on weekdays, which helps if you need to drop the car off before work.
5 businesses in San Lorenzo have at least 15 reviews, enough for a rating to mean something, and 4 of those hold 4.5 stars or better. Half of them have 33 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, San Lorenzo has 1 tire 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 San Lorenzo
The average commute in San Lorenzo is 31 minutes each way, and 75% 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 Hayward Air Terminal
- Households and commutes: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024, San Lorenzo CDP
Pre-Purchase Inspections in San Lorenzo
Buying a used car in San Lorenzo? 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.
There are 19 car lots within 8 miles of San Lorenzo, and 14 of them sell used. PPI Auto grades 5 of them A to F from their reviews, and 1 get an F. See the San Francisco dealer grades before you go look at a car.
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 San Lorenzo
How many auto repair businesses are there in San Lorenzo?
We list 6 in San Lorenzo, 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 San Lorenzo?
Mobile tire roadside services currently holds the highest rating in San Lorenzo at 5.0 stars from 261 reviews. Mobile tire roadside services, San Lorenzo Auto Repair No 1, LoFi Moto 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 San Lorenzo?
Yes. 1 of the businesses we list in San Lorenzo 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 San Lorenzo?
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 San Lorenzo open on Sunday?
Yes. 1 of the businesses we list in San Lorenzo show Sunday hours, including Mobile tire roadside services. Call first, because Sunday hours are often short and some only take emergencies.
How do I know a shop in San Lorenzo 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 6 listings in San Lorenzo 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 San Lorenzo?
Usually not. 1 of the businesses in San Lorenzo 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.
Can I get a pre-purchase inspection in San Lorenzo?
Yes. PPI Auto, our sister company, inspects used cars in San Lorenzo 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.
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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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