Berkeley Auto Repair

Best mechanic in the Bay Area! Not only are they super knowledgeable and do great work, but the transparency with pricing and communication I receive as a customer is unlike any other shop. Excellent customer and automotive service…highly recommend!

I took my 2005 Chevy Aveo to Oceanworks on the recommendation of a mechanic friend who told me they were honest and did good work. Chris, the Oceanworks manager, gave me clear-minded advice on the needed repair (replace a broken tensioner pulley for the serpentine belt). He was easy to communicate with and personable throughout. Oceanworks completed the repair on time—indeed, Chris called me twice in the process to keep me informed as to progress. Oceanworks also did a general diagnostic of the vehicle, recommending three additional repairs (relatively minor) “to avoid future surprises.” He put these into a hierarchy of importance—and even told me which one might be deferred if need be. I appreciated the way he handled this, no fast talk, and all made clear in language a non-mechanic (me!) could follow. At what seemed to me a reasonable price. Come the need, I’d certainly use Oceanworks again!

Great service as always

Oceanworks rocks. I haven't taken my car anyplace else in years, and I hope I never have to. They're professional, speedy, and accommodating. And Chris is great at explaining everything that's going on with the car.

Many years as a satisfied customer, trustworthy, skilled service.

Always good. Total pros. Love Natalie!

Definitely recommend Oceanworks. They do a great job. I've been bring my Subaru to them for years and have always been satisfied with the work. Manger Billy is a particular asset!

Brian and Billy really went above and beyond to ensure that our vehicle was repaired to our satisfaction and that CarMax would cover all costs given the vehicle was still under warranty. We had some communication issues with CarMax and Billy took the extra steps necessary to clarify and streamline the process so we'd feel comfortable. We really appreciated the customer service! In this day and age, great customer service means the difference between me giving you my business or going to the shop down the street. Thanks guys!

I own a 1992 Sentra and finding parts can be challenging to say the least. I found a mechanic who had the time to work on my car but was unable to locate the parts, so I called Ocean Works (as recommended by Berkeley Bob's) and Billy told me that he didn't have a spot for three weeks for the repair work, but was able to locate my parts right away! I had no way of getting the parts to the other shop, so Billy had the parts driven over to the other shop for me. Billy was incredibly helpful and kind and I highly recommend that you give Billy at Ocean Works a call as he will do his absolute best to help you out. Thank you Billy and thank you Ocean Works!