Santa Cruz Auto Repair

1255 reviews
2335 Soquel Dr , Santa Cruz,CA 95065
Mon - Fri: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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(831) 263-5198
5

My car collector friend recommended Nate Smith's Optimal Auto Care, and I'm glad I took his advice. I brought in a 2007 BMW Z4 Coupe that had a stubborn issue. It always pulled to the right. Multiple shops including a dealership had tried to fix the issue, but Nate Smith's Optimal Auto Care was the one that finally solved the puzzle. Rather than throwing parts at the problem, they were able align the car taking into account of all the variables that could make a car pull to the right. In this case, it turned out to be tire pull, uneven cross camber and toe. The car now drives perfectly straight. I was a mechanical engineer by training, and I could not be happier with the result. Thank you Nate, Antonio, Jeremy, and Chris. -- Gary Liu

Thank you so much, Gary! We’re honored by your thoughtful words and grateful that your friend recommended us. Solving tough, persistent issues like your Z4’s pull is exactly the kind of challenge we love to take on. We truly appreciate your trust and are thrilled to hear the car is now driving perfectly straight. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Nate, Antonio, Jeremy, and Chris. Looking forward to seeing you again in the future if you ever need us.

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5

My car collector friend recommended Nate Smiths Optimal Auto Care, and Im glad I took his advice. I brought in a 2007 BMW Z4 Coupe that had a stubborn issue. It always pulled to the right. Multiple shops including a dealership had tried to fix the issue, but Nate Smiths Optimal Auto Care was the one that finally solve the puzzle. Rather than throwing parts at the problem, they were able align the car taking into account of all the variables that could make a car pull to the right. In this case, it turned out to be a combination of tire pull, uneven cross camber and toe. The car now drives perfectly straight. I was a mechanical engineer by training, and I could not be happier with the result. Thank you Nate, Antonio, Jeremy, and Chris. Gary Liu

5

Always good service at Nates for 20 years!! ENJOY your well earned retirement!! Will miss seeing Gordy!

Thank you, Dave, for your kind words. We expect the service will remain the same as everybody is keeping their jobs. Gordy will be disappointed to lose one of his jobs - keeping customers entertained. And Meg and I will miss our regular visits with so many of our long-term customers - you guys are like family!

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5

They prepped my 1991 850 I for a cross country move and have always taken the best care of my Bmw

5

Thank you, Sophia, for the 5-stars!

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5

Always a pleasure at Optimal Auto. The mechanics are experienced and knowledgeable. The office staff is kind. And everyone is willing to go out of their way, not just with service, but also advice. A chance to play ball with Geordie is just the icing on the cake.

Thank you, Rebecca. It’s always a pleasure having you here! We’re so glad you feel supported by both our technicians and office staff, it means a lot to hear that our service and advice make a difference. And of course, Geordie loves getting in some playtime too. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to seeing you again soon!

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5

As always, work was done professionally in a timely way. Wouldn't take my MINI anywhere else.

5

Nate and Meg are like family after 49 years as a client I trust only them and tennis ball soccer like playoffs with their Australian healer gordie the greeter is icing on the cake

5

Great service Fabulous people

5

I have been treated like a family member by Nate and his team for over 20 years. They saved me over $2,000 by replacing my internal headlight wires. Impossible job but they did it. James Blincor

James, thank you for trusting Nate and the team for over 20 years. That means everything to us. We're proud to have saved you $2,000 on a tough headlight wiring job and even prouder to have earned your loyalty. All the best, and in the future if you ever need us, we’ll be here for you.

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