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 59%98+57.5Reliability 26%97+25.3Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 98Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.98SCORESanta Monica Autoworks
Santa Monica, CA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #64Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 170 car detailing services · 5.0★ from 136 Google reviews
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Percentile vs other car detailing services (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: reliability.
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Customers hired Santa Monica Autoworks for 8 kinds of job.
Santa Monica Autoworks for brakes
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Brian and his excellent team - Brett, Ozzie, Jamie and more - at Santa Monica Autoworks are fantastic! They are knowledgeable, dedicated, super helpful and friendly and have been taking care of my car for more than 11 years. Beside the normal work related tasks they go out of their way to come up with suggestions,…
Just wanted to thank the team at Santa Monica Autoworks for doing such an excellent job on my car! Having wrenched cars myself to pay my way through college I know how hard the work is and how underappreciated top notch technicians are. If it wasn’t for you guys my car would have been traded in a long time ago for…
These guys are the best in the business. Rain, shine, sleet, or snow, they are as professional as they come and take care of your car (and wallet) as if it was their own. I don’t go anywhere else for German car services, and the dog that comes out to greet you might be the highlight of your day. Cheers to the…
I’ve been taking my BMW to Santa Monica Autoworks for a few years now and I can’t say enough about Brian and his team of professional staff. Always polite, always on time and extremely efficient and knowledgeable, but most importantly they stand behind their work without question not long ago I had new front brakes…
I sent my car in for maintenance on July 31st and just picked it up today on August 16th, they never charged me a garage fee which would've been standard with other shops. Ozzie was super professional and always kept me updated throughout the entire maintenance process. The price was fairly low compared to what I…
Excellent service and customer care/relations.
Really good at what they do, and very friendly.
Very transparent and reliable shop with clear communication. Have trusted them with rare and classic Benzes and they always come through in a pinch!
Reliable, consistent, and thorough - and that’s been consistent over the years of being their customer with my Porsche Macan and, before that, my BMW. Also will try to work with you to find cost-effective solutions.
Best team ever. Knowledgeable and a touch salty in a good way. And always do something extra at no cost
I have been going to SM Autoworks for over 15 years. They are the best service techs in Santa Monica, and the nicest car people I have had the pleasure of knowing. And now they service EV's!! I can't say enough good things about them, but if you need your car serviced, they are the very best in the business.
l have been bringing my vehicles to Brett and Brian of Santa Monica Autoworks for many years. They have yet to fail in delivering top-tier service for over ten years. Their knowledge of my vehicles (Audi, Porsche, BMW) is on par with the local dealerships. I would not hesitate recommending this vehicle service center to anyone.
Your friendly neighborhood mechanics. The whole team here is knowledgeable and friendly. Most important - honest and reliable. I know when they tell me I need something done, it’s time to do it and the price is reasonable. I won’t go anywhere else.
Brian and his staff at Santa Monica Autoworks have taken care of our BMW cars for years. We trust them completely. Their work is expert and quickly completed, their charges are fair, their interactions with customers couldn't be better. It's joy to see them even though car trouble is no fun.
They are fantastic! Great people that do great work.
Brian and Ozzie and their entire team (including Buddy) turned what started as a nightmare Friday into a long term relationship. Of course the dealer told me I needed everything and the kitchen sink. One call to a former mechanic (who specializes in a different brand) pointed me to Santa Monica Autoworks. They…
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Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| General repairs & maintenance | 33 | — |
| Oil change | 23 | — |
| Brakes | 17 | — |
| Auto maintenance | 13 | — |
| Vehicle Inspection | 12 | — |
| Auto engine diagnostic | 11 | — |
| Air & cabin filter replacement | 9 | — |
| Electrical | 7 | — |
