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Meineke Car Care Center logoHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%82+44.7Reliability 24%79+19.2Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%69+4.9Craft & service penalty84−1.6Experts Score= 81Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.81SCORE

Meineke Car Care Center

Santa Maria, CA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #242Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 348 auto repair shops · 4.8★ from 871 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other auto repair shops (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Meineke Car Care Center is better than 82% of auto repair shops.A
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ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Meineke Car Care Center is better than 79% of auto repair shops.B
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Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Meineke Car Care Center is better than 84% of auto repair shops.A
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Meineke Car Care Center is better than 100% of auto repair shops.A
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MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Meineke Car Care Center is better than 100% of auto repair shops.A
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Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Meineke Car Care Center is better than 69% of auto repair shops.B
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Customers hired Meineke Car Care Center for 8 kinds of job.

Meineke Car Care Center for auto maintenance

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.34
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.94
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.—
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 84/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Auto maintenance”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#32 / 143
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 34 Google reviews tagged “Auto maintenance”

Shannon4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 2 days ago★★★★★

Love all the guys that work there. Thanx for being so helpful always.

Reasonable priceVehicle InspectionAuto maintenanceOil change
Jeff1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a month ago★★★★★

great customer service in every aspect, trustworthy mechanics, fair pricing, i would send my elderly parents to them , i highly recommend them.

Reasonable priceAuto battery replacementSteering & suspension repairGeneral repairs & maintenance
Along4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a month ago★★★★★

Meineke did a great job with servicing my vehicle. The oil and checkup was dandy. The cost was reasonable. And the staff was wonderful.

Reasonable priceAuto maintenance
Cj6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 2 months ago★★★★★

Vehicle was shutting off in traffic. Crankshaft position sensor had to be replaced. Service went very good.

Not sureAuto engine diagnosticAuto maintenance
Angela3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

My shop of choice in Santa Maria. Very helpful and friendly and get the job done right.

Great priceGeneral repairs & maintenanceVehicle InspectionAuto maintenance
Nancy6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 2 months ago★★★★★

Brakes checked, window wipers replaced. Excellent service, cheerful helpful employees 👏

Great priceTire rotationsVehicle InspectionBrakes
Larry7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 3 months ago★★★★★

Excellent

Great priceTiresGeneral repairs & maintenanceTire rotations
josephLocal Guide · 13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 6 months ago★★★★★

Very knowledgeable staff..,.

Auto engine diagnosticTire rotationsEngine repair
CarieLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 7 months ago★★★★★

Great customer service from Jason and the mechanics at Meineke of Santa Maria on my Buick LaCrosse. I was having some grinding problems with my breaks and they got me scheduled the same day! Fair and honest repairs and pricing and fast and friendly service! I will definitely come again for all my vehicle care 👍

Great priceAuto maintenanceOil change
Noel8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 9 months ago★★★★★

Great service! I've been going to Meineke for several years. Friendly, professional staff. Jason is always good at explaining the needs and priorities for the work needed. Great to deal with. Very reasonable prices for quality work! Highly recommend this shop.

Reasonable priceSteering & suspension repairGeneral repairs & maintenanceAuto engine diagnostic+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
MichelleLocal Guide · 31 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 9 months ago★★★★★

Very happy with the service. Great price, service was performed in the time they said it would take to complete and staff was friendly, courteous and kept me apprised of what was completed. Will definitely be going back!

Reasonable priceGeneral repairs & maintenanceAuto maintenanceOil change
Ciera3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

I can’t say enough positive things about Meineke. The staff is friendly, accommodating and professional. They have provided outstanding service always. From making the appointment, to recommendations on services, to finished work we have always been very pleased. They keep our cars running and safe. I would…

Air & cabin filter replacementAuto water leak repairGeneral repairs & maintenance
Andrea1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Chuck was amazing with fitting me into his work day ! Made me feel super comfortable & Talking with Chris, he explained everything so well & had everything done at a timely manner. Def will be going again !!! Such a family feel to the whole place .

Auto maintenance
Debbie2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

The owner makes you feel like family.their fast and very efficient and friendly great experience

Carburetor cleaningAir & cabin filter replacementAuto maintenance
Susanne6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 2 years ago★★★★

Oil change and overall check. Christopher outstanding! Gracious, people oriented humble with integrity. A great employee for your company.

Auto maintenanceOil change
RondiLocal Guide · 267 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 2 years ago★★★★★

They are wonderful and very helpful. Iam going there for any problems with my vehicles. I was going to another place and they totally screwed my car up. Meineke is a very trustworthy business and Iam glad they are here in town.

Air & cabin filter replacementAuto A/C rechargeAuto battery maintenance
JohnLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 2 years ago★★★★★

I’m a busy businessman. I had a day and time I needed. They didn’t have it available. Called me back within 30 min that they were able give me the day and time slot I needed. Customer service was excellent at check in and check out. Wil oil change I got a Free tire rotation. I asked them to replace windshield wipers…

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Air & cabin filter replacementAuto maintenanceGeneral repairs & maintenance
John3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★

I am always impressed with the Professionalism of this family owned business. The precision, politeness’s, knowledge and expertise. This is truly one of the best small business in Santa Maria. Thank you.

Auto maintenanceTire rotationsTires
Paul2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★

The service was good everybody was very professional

Auto maintenance
JR5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 3 years ago★★★★★

Great Honest Professional place to go for all vehicle repairs 🙂 I'm

Auto maintenanceTire rotationsVehicle Inspection
Ann5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 3 years ago★★★★★

Always a great experience at Meineke on Roemer Way in Santa Maria. They have earned my trust, are very thorough and their customer service is stellar. Thank you

Auto maintenanceOil change
kathy1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 3 years ago★★★★★

Shocks were replaced, but now rattle coming from opposite side (rear) took it back, couldn’t find problem. Took it back again, they found that side shock was defective… scheduled an appointment and the issue fixed. Very happy with their customer service.

Air & cabin filter replacementAuto maintenanceSteering & suspension replacement
GeorgeLocal Guide · 22 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Excellent service

Auto maintenanceOil change
Rosie8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 3 years ago★★★★★

The staff at Meineke were great. They explained the results of the 23 point inspection in detail which I never had done at other places.

Auto maintenance
Josh5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 4 years ago★★★★★

Friendly and professional staff, quick service, reasonable price.

Auto maintenanceGeneral repairs & maintenanceOil change
RickLocal Guide · 22 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 4 years ago★★★★★

Very good communication.

Auto maintenanceBrakesTires+ Quality+ Professionalism
Terri1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 years ago★★★★★

Professional and honest

Auto maintenanceOil changeTire rotations
Suzanne2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 years ago★★★★★

Very polite people. They made me feel comfortable and I believe they took good care of my car. Oil change, they checked hoses. All good!

Auto maintenanceGeneral repairs & maintenanceOil change
Gail4 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Great priceAuto maintenanceOil change
Good7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Not sureCarburetor cleaningGeneral repairs & maintenanceAuto maintenance
Lisa5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 3 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Auto maintenanceOil change
Maryna3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Auto brake repairAuto brake replacementAuto maintenance
Ethel3 years ago★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Auto maintenance
JulieLocal Guide · 11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 4 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Auto maintenanceOil change+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism

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Great price 34%Reasonable 62%Overpriced 1%Not sure 4%

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