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Santa Rosa Transmission & Car Care
1015 Santa Rosa Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95404, United States
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Santa Rosa Transmission & Car Care
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Ja
Review №1

Not sure many people look forward to having to take their vehicle into Mechanic. Myself being one of those, SR Transmission made my situation easy and stress free. They were professional throughout, communicative, and I appreciated the communication tools that allowed me to review the suggestions and approve or deny. I felt informed and cared for. I would gladly use them again in the future and recommend to anyone to give them consideration.

Ch
Review №2

I brought my car in to have them perform a diagnostic test on my transmission that my mechanic could not do. In addition to recommending the transmission be replaced they recommended a bunch of other stuff be replaced on the car that my mechanic did not recommend when I brought my car in for service a couple hours earlier that day. When I told them to just replace the transmission they said the total cost would be $5200 and they would send a confirmation email. When I got the email it said $8200. They explained the additional money was for extra stuff and assured me that if just the transmission was replaced the bottom line would be $5200 with no more surprises. When I came to pick up the car, surprise, it cost me just over $5300.

Ca
Review №3

The counter people were great, answered my questions, explained their services well and check in/out went great. Also liked their email service about rhe vehicle and the display of their prices. I have two complaints: one the left the replaced windshield wiper in the bed of my truck, didnt understand why they did no discard it. And two, they did not lock my hood, which I noticed was a bit up, so I closed it shut. Just some safety issues that should have been resolved before I left. Would have given more stars if safety of customer was better.

Sh
Review №4

Professional staff. Very nice and polite. The guy ( which Unfortunately I forgot his name ) was so nice. He even spent a lot of time to tell me where I can spend my time while they were fixing my car ( as soon as he noticed that I am not familiar to the area)Great service.

Am
Review №5

Called and asked how much it would be to inspect the cooling system as I was having overheating issues. I was told $150, fine. Its been a while since Ive been in the shop and things have gone up from the original $60 something price. After the $150 inspection Im told they need to do a Hydrocarbons test to make sure the head gasket isnt blown. $85, fine, I mentioned that was a concern of mine. Test comes back fine now I need to pay $135 to inspect the cooling system. WHAT? The $150 didnt cover that? No, the $150 only covered poking around, driving it and visually identifying there was a leak, as I had mentioned when I came in. Irritated about the inspection fees, but then Im told its another $1,200 to fix the car. Apparently the thermostat and coolant housing gasket was bust. I asked if he could just fix the coolant outlet since Im just needing this car for the next few months and the heater isnt a concern but no no no, it has to be done together, its basically the same job. My fiancé ends up calling his guy that usually only works on Toyotas (20 + years working on cars) and he sees Im upset and offers to help me out. Watches a quick video to make sure he can work on my Ford and next thing you know Im out $350 and the car is running like a champ. Blasting hot air and he didnt even replace the thermostat. He had to replace one or two parts max on the coolant housing gasket.I understand that the price of operating in Sonoma County must be through the roof. I understand prices have changed since I started coming some 8 odd years ago. But this business seems to have lost some of its transparency with the price increase. As someone who has used this shop quite a bit, there was no budging on the ridiculous inspection cost and I feel like I was lied to regarding the thermostat. I took it to this shop first because I trusted this business and knew I would get a good answer. I left paying damn near $400 for inspections and so thankful that I had a different mechanic to take it to.

Sh
Review №6

I took my daughters car in for transmission servicing and it was a great experience! They were friendly and professional. They quoted me a time that it would be done and were on schedule. They also checked the rest of the systems and made recommendations, but didnt try to pressure me into getting them done. I will definately use them again, when MY car needs servicing. :)

Ki
Review №7

Always great service and recommendations that I can trust. Have had all my car mechanical services done here for the past 10 years.

Ja
Review №8

Excellent work, and superb service. Very friendly, knowledgeable and supportive. Would definitely recommend.

Lo
Review №9

I have confidence taking my car to SRT and know that they are going to give me straight answers and I can trust their knowledge. Their communication emails are so helpful and provides pictures detailing any recommendations. You can approve repairs online, and know the cost up front. I highly recommend!

An
Review №10

Very polite on phone and in person. But follow-up needs to improve. Didn’t tell me my brake fluid needed to be replaced or battery cleaned. Still waiting to hear back on why my SRS light is on now and wasn’t before I took my car there.

Bi
Review №11

Definitely has a good energy, Damon was a great help considering what a fiasco the whole thing was! They weren’t able to fix my car, and i ended up having to take it to the manufacturer but they overall were a great service spot! Very upfront, and real about the issues. And I got a cool sweater too!

el
Review №12

I wish more shops operated like these guys!Damon was super helpful from the very first phone call. He patiently answered ALL my questions and explained things clearly.Scheduling a fluid change was simple and they included a thorough, detailed inspection. They listed each area they inspected, included photos and notes, *and whether or NOT* they had service recommendations on each area. They never pushed any other service or upgrade, they just simply stated what they found, and what they could do.It was really refreshing to have such a straightforward interaction.Thanks Damon and the rest of the crew!

Ki
Review №13

This was my first experience at SR Transmission. Both Sam and Damon were friendly and very helpful. Their communication was detailed regarding the repair and the cost. They were able to fix the issue and my engine light is no longer coming on! Great work...I definitely recommend SR Transmission!!

Cr
Review №14

From Florida, headed to Lakeport. Broke down and cant say enough wonderful things about SRT! Compassionate and caring, great service.

Ja
Review №15

I had a great experience. Damon was clear in communication with verbal, email and text messages showing me pictures and color coding exactly what should be done as a priority. Prices were up front and clear to understand. Customer service was great and he made me feel welcomed. Thank you, I will refer friends and family.

Vi
Review №16

Damon was awesome. Really kept in the loop. Love that they take pictures of things. Was hoping the vibration would go away with new engine mounts and tune up. But it is MICH BETTER and the car feels stronger smoother and safer. Thanks guys !

Le
Review №17

Delightful experience.worry free now. Quality work and great customer service

Ju
Review №18

I’ve been going to Santa Rosa Transmission for years. I’ve been taking my cars, and my kid’s cars and Sam and his team are people I trust completely. They keep me updated about timeframe, cost, etc. I would absolutely recommend Santa Rosa Transmission for all auto repairs! They take care of everything and are great to work with!

Gl
Review №19

All of the staff and service technicians were extremely helpful and knowledgeable. Their online service confirmation system is really nice to use, and they provided a lot of customer support and were able to answer any questions I had. All details of the work my car needed were well explained and documented in their online system so I could approve them as needed. And despite the fact the my car needed a lot of repairs at the time they did exactly what I asked of them without pushing for extra fixes. Very satisfied with the customer service and support this auto shop provides. I would highly recommend to anyone in the Santa Rosa area.

Ki
Review №20

Glad to have found this place to do my repairs that my regular mechanic does not provide.

Jo
Review №21

The crew at Santa Rosa Transmission went above and beyond what I expected in terms of assisting me in making the best decision regarding my Transmission issues. They were trustworthy and I will be using their services in the future.

Je
Review №22

Pleasantly surprised very professional team handles issues with courtesy and respect. Thanks Damon and Erica.

ja
Review №23

Service was out of sight....will definitely be taking my vehicle there from now on

Da
Review №24

As usual, outstanding service! Even arranged to pick me up. Thank you!

We
Review №25

My young daughter (well 22) and her 2 teenage cousins were coming back from Santa Rosa when my daughters undercarriage in her car came loose. She was a wreck over the situation and lives 5 hours away. She called the shop to see if they could help. What a blessing they are. I can not thank them enough!!! They had her back on the road in no time. A BIG HEART FELT THANK YOU TO THE GENTLEMAN WHO HELPED.💗 These are tough times right now for each of us. With caring people like this shop it gives hope. And I cant say enough good. Thank you so very much for helping my daughter, Kylie. You all are a blessing.

Ma
Review №26

This place is the BEST! Always polite, efficient and in time. I have been using them for many years now and HIGHLY RECOMMEND them for any of your auto repair needs.

Ki
Review №27

They were informative and professional they had my car ready and very pleased with how they handles everything. I definatly will recommend to others and bring my car back if it needs anything else....I would like to add Ive made it to TX WITH A TRAILER IN TOW! I never once worried about my car making it because of the service I received from Santa RosaTransmission & Car Repai. Thanks guys!

Jo
Review №28

Excellent communication all around.

ch
Review №29

I had very high expectations for SRT Car Care and they exceeded every single one! I spoke to Damon at the front desk when I first arrived and despite being New Year’s Eve, he seemed happy to be working. I had initially brought my Jeep in to diagnose a battery light that had persisted even after replacing the old battery. I received a text message that provided an interactive link to the repair page. Listed there are notes between myself and the SRT crew and the detailed service process. I received steady updates on the progress and pictures were taken of the issues that were found. All in all, I had a wonderful experience and I strongly feel that it was money well spent for quality work. Thanks SRT CAR CARE! ❤️

Bi
Review №30

Great team with great quality of work! Very thorough and detailed and explain options well and don’t try to sell service not needed. Trusted to take care and do what they can for you.

Ji
Review №31

They were very courteous and efficient. Loved all the photos and details they provided about my vehicle. I recommend them.

Je
Review №32

Damon was very informative over the phone and was quick to respond if I ever had any questions that needed to be answered!

Va
Review №33

This place is great! Clean, friendly, professional and reasonably priced. I just got an oil change and they offered to take my car over to get a smog check. Highly recommend.

Mi
Review №34

I trust SRT with all of my car service - they are professional, honest, and do really good work. Damon and Sam are both so friendly and easy to communicate with. Highly recommended!

Al
Review №35

I appreciated that the team at Santa Rosa Transmission got my truck in with such short notice! I also really liked the way they kept me updated throughout the day with their progress and additional service recommendations via text. I was able to accept or decline additional services after reviewing the technicians comments and service fees. There was not any pressure to have more work done, but I now know how to plan out the my finances to match my truck’s maintenance needs. Great care and communication! I highly recommend them.

ja
Review №36

Santa Rosa Transmission and Car Care were great; they did a wonderful job working on my car. They were very good at communicating while the repairs were being discussed and completed; I would recommend this shop.

Pa
Review №37

Quick, courteous and complete. Ive found my automotive service center in Santa Rosa.

Se
Review №38

We went back yet again for another huge service, keeping this truck running through 140k+ (last time we had it in we were hovering around 100k and hadnt touched it since 85k. That makes up 2 essential services in a 60k mile period which seems like a bargain for something that will last another decade. Thanks to the team there for great customer service and fantastic communication, especially during COVID times. We will be back again in another 30-60k miles!

Ch
Review №39

Very thorough from beginning to end! Im looking fwd to enjoying my visit even more when their hands arent tied from covit19

ro
Review №40

Fair, honest, quick and pleasant service. This was my first visit but won’t be my last!! I’m new to this area and I’ve fortunately found great mechanic(s) and a reliable and competent shop.

Ia
Review №41

Santa Rosa Transmission took care of my old Suburban. They diagnosed the issues and promptly repaired them. They kept me updated electronically every step of the way. Damon was great!!!

Da
Review №42

Went in there letting them know I need a new alternator and instead i got a 4 and a half hour inspection telling me i need a new alternator. Now my battery is resting at 11.8 since they spent that long drawing power from it. Went down the street and got quoted 400 flat for parts and labor. Figure it out.

Sh
Review №43

Excellent 👍 did everything I needed (that the other shops declined to do, $6500 worth of work). Prices are excellent and the text system they use I really liked. Highly recommend them! Will be taking all my gas and diesel vehicles to them. -Shane K.

Da
Review №44

Owner accepted the car. Electronic updates of work being done. Could read and exchange notes in progress of vehicle. Would come back as first choice for any major work.

Em
Review №45

Insane prices, deceptive communication, rude and disrespectful when asked about their pricing and the reasons for it. They wanted around $600 dollars to replace the main belt on an Import! Took it down the street to another shop and they did it in 15 minutes for $110. Years later now Im still running great with no issues. This shop was trying to price gouge a person who they thought didnt know anything about vehicles. Go ANYWHERE else.

Ed
Review №46

Great friendly service and staff

Ro
Review №47

Best transmission shop around and they are nice reasonable people.

M
Review №48

This is not my review yet. My car is still in the process of being drivable. I will revisit to submit my review when things are done . It can become 4, 5 stars, but until then, based on my current experience, 1 star is very generous.

Mi
Review №49

I just brought my truck into SRT for the second time for maintenance and will continue to bring my vehicles in for service. The SRT staff are friendly, professional, and transparent from start to finish. There are no surprises with charges, and everything is managed from an easy online experience. I recommend SRT to all.

Ri
Review №50

Excellent place for transmission work. They also do lots of other automotive service work. Santa Rosa Transmission gives you 5 star service and stands behind their work. I highly recommend them.

La
Review №51

Outstanding service, love how they keep you connected via their web link as to the status of the work being done on your car! Shelby is extremely helpful and kept me up to date on issues and was great with questions.

na
Review №52

Great customer service and overall experience. Will come back in the future.

Mi
Review №53

Great to have this professional team working on our vehicle! Communication was great, and the work was done well. Thanks!

Ro
Review №54

Sam & Damen are great to work with, very professional .They always take good care of all my vehicles, they know my work truck is my livelihood and get it fixed and back to me as fast as they can.

je
Review №55

Super nice and helpful. Took my car on Thursday evening just before 5 and had my car back the following afternoon. Would definitely recommend!

TS
Review №56

Excellent service and knowledgeable staff! Very reasonable rates. Car runs great! Will return for future servicing.

Se
Review №57

I’ve been bringing my vehicles to Sam and his team for almost 20 years now. From my second vehicle in high school through our family vehicles present day. He and his team are always courteous and timely. The prices and work are fair and very clearly communicated throughout the process. I trust them, their work and pricing more than anyone I have dealt with and my vehicle always drives away in excellent condition. I’ll be going back without question.

Co
Review №58

I am honestly more and more impressed with SRTCC with every visit .My repair for my truck was timely, efficient, and most importantly, done very well. I am very pleased with their service and fair prices. this last job will prompt me to continue to use and recommend SRTCC to others when they have vehicle care needs. Great repair facility

Pe
Review №59

You will have no idea what you are paying for. They have no posted hourly rate and when I asked they said they dont have one. An $800 repair today took 4 hours with a $100 were the parts. More expensive than going to the dealer. The only shop Ive ever been to the doesnt have an hourly rate of service. They will charge you whatever they feel like. Disappointing experience for sure.

Ut
Review №60

Good service and experts fixing the cars at reasonable prices.

Ma
Review №61

Great service. Great prices. Great results

Kr
Review №62

I had an oil change done yesterday. It was done on time and at the price quoted. The waiting room was a comfortable place to work while they attend to my car.

Cr
Review №63

We are so thankful to have a reliable local company that is so professional and easy to work with. Damen is always so helpful and we are so greatful for him! Thank you!!!

Ku
Review №64

$124 for a mandatory inspection which did not cover the reason for my bringing in the vehicle. Once that inspection completed now I get a price For the inspection I actually Ask for and needed. Wow, what a privilege!Funny thing is months earlier I didnt need a mandatory inspection to get my vehicle worked on.Yep, bait and switch. Regardless of their justification. It is nothing more than a rip-off. Doing the 10 friends thing now. Caveat emptor!

Br
Review №65

Friendly staff and very responsive. They did a thorough check of my truck and use a nice app for summarizing the issues they found both by type and severity. However, their quoted price for the repairs was outlandish! They wanted $1700 to change the bearing on the front of my Tacoma. Even the dealership didn’t want that much. Over $800 in parts and over $800 in labor- I had the dealership quote the parts and at that cost it would be replacing everything including hubs on both sides, with all factory parts! Doing that would be 2 hour of work TOPS. These guys obviously don’t expect their customers to shop around or do their homework....

Al
Review №66

Sam was very friendly and courteous and gave me the estimate prior to starting work on the car. The service was quick and he didnt try to fix anything additional that didnt need fixing. He made a recommendation for the next service time and suggested few things. Overall, an awesome experience and will definitely recommend it to others.

Gr
Review №67

Everyone at SRT is wonderful. As strange as it may sound I look forward to going in and seeing everyone whenever I have an oil change or a tune up. They are fair, they have fantastic quality, and they do it because they love it and not to just make money. Im very thankful for all they do and for the fantastic service they provide!

Da
Review №68

Friendly but most of all THEY are HONEST!!!

Ju
Review №69

Took my sons car for transmission work. They got it fixed but its leaking engine oil by the crankshaft seal. They did tell us about the problem but we decided not to have the seal replaced. They said it would be another 500$. The reason why I give this place 1 star is, it took me a while to find the right place where I can trust someone with my car and not get taking advantage of. So the job was 4000$ for a new transmission that came with the same used up seal. The transmission was already removed and basically to replace the bad seal would cost me an extra $500. Thats an expensive seal and I know the seal was not that much the thing here is they wanted to charge me an extra $500 as if they were starting from scratch, all they had to do is grab a seal and replace it. The transmission was already out, easy access to the seal and yet they wanted to charge me so much. I would of easily paid and extra $100 but $500 thats crazy. U know to refer someone to a good place you have to be able to be comfortable and satisfied with the job. Im sorry but unless they can explain the highly priced Seal job I do not recommend this place and will give my opinion about this place if asked.

Re
Review №70

Took my 2005 honda Accord in for some repairs. Part of which was an alignment. Got the car back and it pulls hard to the left. Took the specs to another shop and was told my crossmember needs adjusted. But that was never disclosed to me by SRT. Over charged for something that was never done properly. I called to speak with them about this and was told I would receive a call back, never happened. I will never take my car back to SRT. They charge for things that dont get done

DJ
Review №71

Great people and great prompt service. They messed up the quote so they covered the difference. Very professional, would recommend!

ki
Review №72

Very professional and honest. Reliable service. Highly recommend!

Te
Review №73

Shelby and Damien are the absolutely the best my 06 Dodge went in for the transmission, it had to be rebuilt. I had bought a warrenty with the truck and at first the warrenty company said they would not cover it for some BS reason and Damien totally went to bat for me and got them to pay for half of it. I am very thankful for their help and their service.and I will recommend them to my friends and family they are the best. Again thank you all at Santa Rosa transmission, you have gained a new customer forever.

Ol
Review №74

Was caught in an somewhat emergency situation and Sam really helped me out. Great, personable, and speedy service! Truly recommend and Ill be going back for any of my other auto needs in Santa Rosa

Jo
Review №75

Sam Is a great guy, but he couldnt help me with what I needed today, but if I had an average car or job I would definitely send him my business. He has one of the cleanest shops I have ever seen, and he treat his customers as if they know what they are talking about, and makes suggestions, but dont try, and sell you something you dont need or want.Thanks again,John Leach

Al
Review №76

I took my truck here for a Transmission Fluid Change the price was fair, it really did make a difference in how smooth the truck shifts. I use it hard so its well worth it. they also made other recommendations that the mechanic noticed too which was helpful.

Ch
Review №77

I was greeted by the owner, who gave me a lift to my business appointment, and picked me up after the work was done. He was thorough and checked everything, even tho it was a simple oil change. We discussed an upcoming timing belt replacement, and he quoted me a price over $1000 less than the dealer quoted! I know several customers of Santa Rosa Transmission, who all love the service. So do I!

Ch
Review №78

Fast service, constant updates on repair status, and quality work. Highly recommended.

Di
Review №79

Great, friendly service. My little truck runs like a dream. Thank you!

Da
Review №80

Ive had a number of fantastic experiences with SRT&CC. They even demonstrated extreme patience in dealing with an incompetent warranty company. Theyve fixed three of my vehicles, including diagnosing and rebuilding control components for a transmission that had stumped two other shops with 5 star reviews on Yelp and over three decades of experience. While other shops were saying they needed to take apart the transmission to figure out what was going on, SRT&CC tried fixing multiple other, electrical issues, and ended up saving me thousands of dollars.Theyre my go-to shop for everything now.

Jo
Review №81

Straight, clear, friendly. No BS. They definitely have my business and connected with me, too.

Bo
Review №82

Good work, just as they quoted, very reasonable prices

lo
Review №83

Very helpful! I highly recommend!

Li
Review №84

These guys are awesome! rebuilt my front steering overnight and considering what needed done the price was more than reasonable! all my mechanic work will go through Santa Rosa Transmission from now on!

Be
Review №85

Fast, nice, direct, but we ended up getting the repairs from another guy for $400 less.

Ra
Review №86

Had the crew at Santa Rosa Transmission do a service on my trucks transmission. The price was right, the service was fast and overall simply a great experience. I would recommend these guys for any transmission or general service work your vehicle might need.

Ba
Review №87

Very fast and efficient service. Reasonable and very honest. The owner Sam is awesome..

Ra
Review №88

They were professional and thoughtful about my concerns and did a thorough evaluation of my truck.

Ll
Review №89

Great work and great people. They have been my go to place to have work done on my Jeep for years.

Ma
Review №90

Good customer care and did a great job on my car.

SR
Review №91

I have used this shop a few time and they have taken care of me both times. I would recommend to my family and friends. Keep up the great service

Bi
Review №92

Great place, great service.

Ma
Review №93

Simply put, Santa Rosa Transmission is the most professional yet friendly and honest shop around. Sam and the other technicians are incredibly knowledgeable with almost any type of auto repair, not just transmissions. If you live in Santa Rosa and need repair without at least getting a estimate from SRT, well, thats just nuts :)

Ty
Review №94

Great shop, got my transmission rebuilt and its working great now.

Ro
Review №95

Dont get more than your trans oil changed here.They will pull your trans to go over it when all they needed to do is remove the oil pan to fix it. watch out.

Ty
Review №96

Amazing service . Always get my truck back and the repair is solid. Im hard on my trucks but they are always here to make sure things get fixed correctly. I am very particular about how this get done. SRT never disappoints! Let me throw in shelby and Damian at the front desk are amazing and very helpful. And truly understand follow up. Ill be bringing my vehicles to SRT to many years to come.

Lu
Review №97

Great service, friendly staff, and honesty a top priority in everything they do. Will recommend to anyone!

de
Review №98

Fast turn around great customer care they even detailed my car amazing staff very professional

Ly
Review №99

Great shop, looked out for MY best interests

Dy
Review №100

Great place to get your car or truck worked on. Good guys! Honest!

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4.7 Rating
  • Address:1015 Santa Rosa Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95404, United States
  • Site:https://srtcarcare.com/
  • Phone:+1 707-570-2500
Categories
  • Auto repair shop
  • Auto air conditioning service
  • Brake shop
  • Car repair and maintenance
  • Engine rebuilding service
  • Oil change service
  • Tire shop
  • Transmission shop
  • Truck repair shop
  • Vehicle inspection
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:7:30AM–5PM
  • Wednesday:7:30AM–5PM
  • Thursday:7:30AM–5PM
  • Friday:7:30AM–5PM
  • Saturday:7:30AM–5PM
  • Sunday:Closed
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
Offerings
  • Oil change:Yes
Amenities
  • Mechanic:Yes
  • Restroom:Yes
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
  • LGBTQ friendly:Yes
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