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Pacific Rim Automotive, Inc.

Mechanic · Seattle, WA · reviewed since 2011

How 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%84+45.8Reliability 24%75+18.2Value 14%77+10.9Replies to reviews 7%19+1.3Craft & service penalty96−0.4Momentum penalty71−2.9Experts Score= 73Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.73SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#530 of 622 auto repair shopsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 15%
4.9 ★★★★★ 684 Google reviews · 15 photos
95%five-star reviews
4.70★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
4.3%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
1%reviews answered by the owner
Nov 2026latest review

Pacific Rim Automotive, Inc. at a glance

Google reviewers rate Pacific Rim Automotive 4.9 out of 5 based on 684 reviews. Customers frequently praise the shop for fast service, clear communication regarding costs, and fair pricing without unnecessary upselling. However, a few low-star reviews criticize high diagnostic fees, lack of itemized billing, and perceived aggressive sales tactics, particularly regarding additional recommended repairs.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 684 reviews (95% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 684 Google reviews (554 with written comments, 9 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 1% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: November 3, 2026.
  • Service: Auto Repair Shop serving Seattle, Washington.

Data from Google, last updated November 5, 2026.

Score profile vs other auto repair shops

Score per factor (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: craft & service and satisfaction; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction84Reliability75Craft & service96Value77Momentum71Replies to reviews19Satisfaction: 84 (median 87)Reliability: 75 (median 85)Craft & service: 96 (median 99)Value: 77 (median 100)Momentum: 71 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 19 (median 57)
Pacific Rim Automotive, Inc.Auto Repair Shops median0 = centre, 100 = best
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.Pacific Rim Automotive, Inc.: 84/100 on this factor. Category median: 87.A
84
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.Pacific Rim Automotive, Inc.: 75/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.B
75
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle 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.Pacific Rim Automotive, Inc.: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
96
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.Pacific Rim Automotive, Inc.: 77/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.B
77
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises 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.Pacific Rim Automotive, Inc.: 71/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.B
71
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.Pacific Rim Automotive, Inc.: 19/100 on this factor. Category median: 57.F
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Star ratings

684 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars65095%
  • 4 stars81%
  • 3 stars41%
  • 2 stars51%
  • 1 star172%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 554 written reviews

  • Praise1,10797%
  • Complaints323%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price1620%
  • Reasonable6276%
  • Overpriced34%
  • Not sure11%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude22019%
  • Price & value18316%
  • Speed & response18016%
  • Honesty & trust17916%
  • Quality & results16214%
  • Communication11010%
  • Would recommend1059%

What customers talk about

We read 554 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Friendly, professional, and clear in his communication throughout the process.”
  • “They have earned our trust for their knowledge and fair recommendations to keep our car running well.”
    “That was a very expensive job, around $6,500 - $7,000.”
  • “I showed up without an appointment, and they managed to diagnose and fix our Lexus LX the same day.”
  • “I trust them to help keep my car running reliably for years to come.”
    “…ff seemed very friendly and were responsive to me they definitely are scammers, probably only to women given what I read in other reviews and how men…”
  • “I have always been happy with the service and attention to detail.”
    “Jeremy reached out and offered complimentary services or refinish and repaint of the damaged singular wheel.”
  • “Took my CRV in for some regular maintenance and everyone working here were really pleasant to talk to and everything was explained to me clearly.”
  • “I highly recommend them for your car maintenance and repair needs.”
    “…given what I read in other reviews and how men have given this place 5 stars while women rate it lower.…”

People customers mention

  • Subaru 34 reviews
  • Jeremy 20 reviews
  • Jay 16 reviews
  • Toyota 9 reviews
  • Outback 8 reviews
  • Japanese 7 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Pacific Rim Automotive, Inc. for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

Christine1 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 day ago★★★★★

Took my CRV in for some regular maintenance and everyone working here were really pleasant to talk to and everything was explained to me clearly. Service was also fast.

Reasonable priceBrake service & repairOil change
TimLocal Guide · 29 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 day ago★★★★★

What an impressive operation. This shop is a well-oiled machine. I showed up without an appointment, and they managed to diagnose and fix our Lexus LX the same day. On a Monday, no less. Try walking into just about any other repair shop on a Monday without an appointment and see how that goes. What impressed me…

Reasonable priceGeneral repairs & maintenanceBrake service & repair
SaraLocal 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. · a week ago★★★★★

I had a long list of electrical issues with my car and Pacific Rim was able to diagnose and fix them all. This shop was recommended to me by a friend and I will now be recommending it to everyone I know. They were kind, communicative, and I didn’t feel like I was getting the runaround like I have when taking my car to other shops. Highly recommend!!

SimoneLocal 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 a week ago★★★★★

I love these mechanics. I've been bringing my Subaru here for a few years now since moving to Seattle. They're so friendly and helpful, easy to schedule with, and I am very happy with the quality of their work and general advice.

General repairs & maintenanceBrakesBrake service & repair
chris11 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Great team here. Have worked on two of my 4Runners over almost 10 yrs now. I have always been happy with the service and attention to detail. Even when things haven’t gone exactly as planned, they have worked with me on a solution and been willing to be flexible with the service I needed. 6 stars!

Customer photo from chris's review
Nick4 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Fixed multiple issues on my 100 series Land Cruiser. No problems, clear communication.

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 684 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Christine Li1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Christine has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Took my CRV in for some regular maintenance and everyone working here were really pleasant to talk to and everything was explained to me clearly. Service was also fast.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Brake service & repair, Oil change
Tim FLocal Guide · 29 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tim has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

What an impressive operation. This shop is a well-oiled machine. I showed up without an appointment, and they managed to diagnose and fix our Lexus LX the same day. On a Monday, no less. Try walking into just about any other repair shop on a Monday without an appointment and see how that goes. What impressed me even more was that they figured out and fixed a problem that two other shops had essentially given up on. Jeremy was great to work with. Friendly, professional, and clear in his communication throughout the process. This shop is nowhere near where I live, but I'd gladly go out of my way to bring any of my vehicles here. I've been to dozens of repair shops over the years, and this is easily one of the best I've come across.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: General repairs & maintenance, Brake service & repair
Barb Lance5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Barb has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

These guys are the best. Always helpful and fast and good.

Sara OndricekLocal Guide · 13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sara has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I had a long list of electrical issues with my car and Pacific Rim was able to diagnose and fix them all. This shop was recommended to me by a friend and I will now be recommending it to everyone I know. They were kind, communicative, and I didn’t feel like I was getting the runaround like I have when taking my car to other shops. Highly recommend!!

Simone MartickeLocal Guide · 31 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Simone has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I love these mechanics. I've been bringing my Subaru here for a few years now since moving to Seattle. They're so friendly and helpful, easy to schedule with, and I am very happy with the quality of their work and general advice.

  • Services: General repairs & maintenance, Brakes, Brake service & repair, Oil change
chris davis11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews chris has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great team here. Have worked on two of my 4Runners over almost 10 yrs now. I have always been happy with the service and attention to detail. Even when things haven’t gone exactly as planned, they have worked with me on a solution and been willing to be flexible with the service I needed. 6 stars!

Nick Carneiro4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nick has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Fixed multiple issues on my 100 series Land Cruiser. No problems, clear communication.

Alberto Cuadra DelCarmen2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Alberto has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Pacific Rim Automotive has consistently taken great care of my car. Jeremy is always quick to communicate, keeps me updated, and makes the whole process easy from start to finish. The service is thorough, the work is done well, and I never feel like I’m being pushed into anything unnecessary. It’s clear the team takes pride in what they do. Every visit has been smooth and professional, which is why I keep coming back. I trust them to help keep my car running reliably for years to come.

sandra wattula2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews sandra has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Pacific Rim Automotive has been our trusty, talented, auto care Specialist since we moved to Seattle nine years ago. As senior citizens who moved to the BIG CITY, we were at a loss for our automotive specialists in Oregon. Our son recommended Pacific Rim and from the first visit and subsequent repairs and maintenance, we never doubted anything that they did to keep our car and truck running! Jay and the rest of the crew have been there any time we needed car service and excellent repairs. Thank you, Pacific Rim for making it possible to travel safely in Seattle. You have helped us adjust to the BIG CITY! All the best, Mel and Sandra.

Kyle CooleyLocal Guide · 1,140 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kyle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I appreciate how straightforward they are. They always let me know what they're gonna do, how long it will take, and how much it will cost. If any of that changes, they call me. And having the option to get a loaner car from them for only $30 per visit (not per day!) is really nice.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Exhaust, General repairs & maintenance, Wheel alignment, Brakes, Brake service & repair

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