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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%91+49.6Reliability 24%86+20.8Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%57+4Experts Score= 89Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.89SCORE

Reliable Auto Repair

San Jose, CA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #188Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 482 auto repair shops · 4.9★ from 717 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: craft & service and value; 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.Reliable Auto Repair is better than 91% 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.Reliable Auto Repair is better than 86% of auto repair shops.A
86
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.Reliable Auto Repair is better than 100% of auto repair shops.A
100
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.Reliable Auto Repair is better than 100% of auto repair shops.A
100
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.Reliable Auto Repair is better than 100% of auto repair shops.A
100
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.Reliable Auto Repair is better than 57% of auto repair shops.C
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Customers hired Reliable Auto Repair for 8 kinds of job.

Reliable Auto Repair for exhaust

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.14
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.64
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: 66/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Exhaust”: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.#139 / 158
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.91%

All 14 Google reviews tagged “Exhaust”

Therese1 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★★★★★

I have been a member with Auto Rellible for more than 20 .I and my husband John very pleased with the work they always do and the fast respond to book an appointment each time ,I hardly recommend and trust their work all the time ,I was referred long time by a service

Reasonable priceAir & cabin filter replacementExhaustSteering & suspension repair
Raudel2 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 months ago★★★★★

I have been going to Reliable Auto for over 20 years I always have a great experience with them they are honest reliable and have great prices and service they recently helped me with my catalytic converter spark plugs and ignition coils Michael really goes out of his way to make you feel comfortable for whatever…

Great priceExhaust
MohammadLocal Guide · 99 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 months ago★

Be warned before bringing your car here! I originally chose Reliable Auto Repair because of their high ratings on Google Maps, but my experience was incredibly disappointing. I dropped my car off early in the morning because it was making a noise, and I explicitly told them I suspected it was an issue with the…

OverpricedExhaust
Lucia4 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 months ago★★★★★

Michael and his team are life-savers. They are the absolute best. They have been my designated auto care specialist for over a decade now across two long-running cars. They are professional, extremely skilled, honest, reliable, and very reasonably priced. They communicate well and are very responsive whenever I…

Reasonable priceElectrical repairAir & cabin filter replacementExhaust
Fernando1 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 months ago★★★★

service was quick. have no issues.

Exhaust
Billy1 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 months ago★★★★★

The Goldens, would like to give a Big Shoutout to Reliable Auto Repair. They have kept our vehicles on the road since 2009. The owners and workers there are very Professional, and friendly. We find their pricing is very fair and jobs are handled quickly. We will continue in the future to return for any service needs. B&P Golden.

Great priceTransmissionElectrical repairAir & cabin filter replacement
BruceLocal Guide · 35 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 months ago★★★★★

I’ve been taking my vehicles to Reliable Auto Repair for several years. I originally found them through searching Yelp & Google, looking at their highest ratings, and I am so glad I did. In an industry where it’s hard to know who to trust, this team stands out. They are fair, honest, and hardworking. Whenever I…

Great priceTransmissionElectrical repairExhaust
Nicole6 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 months ago★★★★★

Very helpful and best prices. Happy with the work I had done on my car.

Reasonable priceExhaustAuto engine diagnosticEngine repair
Todd8 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

The name says it all. I prefer to work with small businesses where the owners have skin in the game. The guys were prompt, courteous, and on-time. I brought both of my vehicles in for smog checks and will be back when I need any repairs.

Great priceExhaustVehicle InspectionAuto emissions testing
checkmate002 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 11 months ago★★★★★

Excellent service and great pricing! Dropped my car off on Friday and was done by Saturday. They also did a complimentary inspection and identified other problems that I could address. Throughout the process the staff was great!

Reasonable priceExhaustAuto exhaust system repair
FelixLocal 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. · a year ago★★★★★

Michael at RAR is simply the best. There’s no other auto shop that can compare with their honesty, communication, and knowledge!!!

Reasonable priceTransmissionElectrical repairAir & cabin filter replacement
TonyEdited 4 weeks ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Great priceExhaust
Joe2 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Exhaust
SteveLocal 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

ExhaustAuto emissions testing

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

Great price 38%Reasonable 59%Overpriced 1%Not sure 2%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
General repairs & maintenance73—
Oil change73—
Vehicle Inspection42—
Transmission37—
Auto maintenance34—
Auto engine diagnostic33—
Electrical repair31—
Air & cabin filter replacement27—

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