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Lara's Auto Repair

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Overall Rating 4.9/5Overall Rating 4.9/5Overall Rating 4.9/5Overall Rating 4.9/5Overall Rating 4.9/5
4.9
(398 Reviews)
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5 stars
90%
4 stars
7%
3 stars
<1%
2 stars
<1%
1 star
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Last 30 Day Trend

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ReScore Reviews™

ReScore
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
Original Review
Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
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4.0
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Business Details

Categories
Auto Maintenance, Auto Repair, Repair Shop
Contact
(805) 963-1096
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Business Hours

Mon
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tue
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wed
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thu
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Fri
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Sat
closed
Sun
closed
* Pacific Time (Us & Canada)
619 E Gutierrez St Santa Barbara, CA 93103-3238
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Lara's Auto Repair's Reviews
Overall Rating 4.9/5Overall Rating 4.9/5Overall Rating 4.9/5Overall Rating 4.9/5Overall Rating 4.9/5
4.9
(398 Reviews)
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Recent Reviews
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Salvador O.
Carpinteria, CA
Toyota Tacoma
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
07/21/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Very good service
Very good service highly recommended
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Humberto V.
Ford F-150
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
07/18/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
9
Good
Best service ever👍🏻
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Fernando G.
Santa Barbara, CA
Ford Mustang
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
07/17/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
He recibido un excelente servicio a un precio justo
Trato excelente
Servicio de calidad
Precio justo
Mario a. from Lara's Auto Repair responded on 07/18/2025 02:59 PM

Gracias Fernando por su amable resena. Nos alegra saber que disfruto de su experienca. 

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Adriana S.
Santa Barbara, CA
Honda Civic Cpe
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
07/14/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Honest quality service with a smile!
My car is nearing 200 thousand miles and runs amazing. All major maintenance has been done at Lara’s. I trust my car to continue to be reliable for years to come thanks to their work. Work is always reasonably priced, they explain why it’s necessary and how long I could wait to fix it.
Mario a. from Lara's Auto Repair responded on 07/18/2025 03:13 PM

Thank you Adriana, for your kind review & buisness! We are glad to hear you've enjoyed your experience.

Verified Customer
Santa Barbara, CA
GMC Sierra 1500
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
07/11/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Good service best mechanic in town
Very professional excellent service
Mario a. from Lara's Auto Repair responded on 07/18/2025 03:03 PM

Thank you Danny, were glad to hear you enjoyed your experience. 

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Michael R.
Goleta, CA
Honda Civic Coupe
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
07/03/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Very nice and professional.
One of the best auto shops in the area.
Mario a. from Lara's Auto Repair responded on 07/18/2025 03:02 PM

Thank you Michael, it is our pleasure to assit you. We apprecite your buisness. 

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Hollis W.
Santa Barbara, CA
Hyundai Accent
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
07/03/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
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I brought my car in with the 'check engine' light on. Lara's diagnosed the issue, we discussed the options, they ordered parts, and finished service very quickly. They know our cars and keep records for each. I know and trust the service they provide.
Mario a. from Lara's Auto Repair responded on 07/03/2025 11:27 AM

Hi Hollis,
We greatly apprecite your review & your buisness. Thank you for all your years of customer loyalty! It's our pleasure to service your vehicle.

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Holly G.
Santa Barbara, CA
Ford Thunderbird
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
07/02/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Best car repair shop in SB
Enrique and Mario are kind, professional, and very knowledgeable.
They treat you and your car like it’s their own. They are great.
Mario a. from Lara's Auto Repair responded on 07/03/2025 11:24 AM

Hi Holly,
Thank you, for your kind review. We apprecite your buisness & it's our pleasure to help, we look forward to seeing you again! 

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Danika S.
Santa Barbara, CA
Acura ILX
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
06/27/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Danika said she had been going to them a few years and trusted them, and their service. They did a wonderful, job they were honest which was important for a young woman like her to have, and she sends her friends there whenever possible.
Recommended
Mario a. from Lara's Auto Repair responded on 07/03/2025 11:21 AM

Hi Danika,
We are grateful for your years of loyal buisness. It is our pleasure to help you with all your vehicle needs! Thank you for you kind review, it motivates us & helps us continue to strive for great service. 

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Bruce R.
Santa Barbara, CA
Toyota Tundra
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
06/25/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Bruce said they are really good people but he was bummed about the law changes for salvaged vehicles. He said that wasn't their fault and they did good work. He suggested for the business to keep up the good work, they are good people and he trusts them.
Recommended
Mario a. from Lara's Auto Repair responded on 07/03/2025 11:14 AM

Hi Bruce, we always strive to go the extra mile for our clients in complicated situations. Were are glad to here you had a great expereionce, we thank you for your buisness & hope to see you again!

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Gustavo R.
Santa Barbara, CA
Dodge Nitro
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
06/25/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Gustavo said it was a really good experience. They were able to help him with what he needed and they did it in a good amount of time. They were very professional and super easy to communicate with. He would recommend them to anyone in need of vehicle service, they're a really good resource in the community.
Recommended
Mario a. from Lara's Auto Repair responded on 07/03/2025 11:16 AM

Hi Gutavo,
We are excited to read this review, & rewarding to know that you enjoyed your service. Thank you for your buisness, were looking forward to service your vehicles needs in the future!

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Peter K.
Goleta, CA
Ford Focus
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
06/23/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Professional and Helfull!
We were greeted by friendly people and then the
technical help we needed was very professionally and helpfully provided.
Mario a. from Lara's Auto Repair responded on 06/26/2025 10:08 AM

Im glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience, thank you for your business. We hope to see you next time!

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Chris C.
Santa Barbara, CA
Alfa Romeo Stelvio
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
06/21/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
I brought my 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio to Lara’s to fix the instrument cluster display.
The service was fantastic! Both Mario and Enrique are a pleasure to do business with. They went the extra mile to fix my instrument display problem. I heartily recommend Lara’s for your automotive service needs.
Mario a. from Lara's Auto Repair responded on 06/26/2025 09:59 AM

Thank you Chris for your buisness & your years of loyalty! We appreciate it, it is our pleasure to help you in all your vehicle maintence needs. 

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Diego P.
Ventura, CA
Toyota RAV4
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
06/19/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Excellent service
Every time I got Lara’s I can expect excellent service, communication, and finish result.

Highly recommend
Mario a. from Lara's Auto Repair responded on 06/26/2025 09:55 AM

Thank you Diego, we always apprecite your buisness! It's our pleasure to be able to service all your vehicle needs. We look forward to seeing you again. 

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Cheryl H.
Santa Barbara, CA
Lexus LS 460
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
06/12/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Professional, kind and fair.
Mario, the owner and his son Enrique scheduled a Lexus maintenance visit quickly. They were thorough, very kind and professional. These folks really love what they are doing, they have a passion for cars and for customer service. Everything was throughly reviewed with me prior to any work being done.
They did a very thorough maintenance even adding 14 clips that were missing from the shroud from a previous mechanic.

There is a very nice consignment shop next door. While looking, I mentioned Lara’s and the owner of that shop very highly recommended Lara’s. She had been using them for years.
Lara’s is a family business. I would much rather support a family owned company than the Lexus Dealer. They did a complete maintenance suggested by Lexus (60k miles) for a fair price. This place is great and I will return when I need any car repair or maintenance. They also do smog checks.
Mario a. from Lara's Auto Repair responded on 06/12/2025 08:39 AM

Thank you very much Cheryl Hill for your kind words. We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience, it is rewarding for us to receive positive feedback. We look forward to service any of your vehicle needs in the future! 

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