Reviews
Stacey Butler on 12/19/2024
Excellent job on repairing my car, and the cost was well money spent. Chris' Engine Auto Repair gets the job done. I'm not easily swayed, if you are skeptical, check it out and I promise you will be back, over and over again for servicing your car.
Christopher Simons on 10/1/2024
This staff was polite and they may have excellent mechanics, I can’t really speak to that. My issue with them is that they charged me $175 to “diagnose” the fact that I needed a new battery, Wow. Probably took 5 minutes. This fee wasn’t deducted or reduced after I bought a new battery from them. Also they flat out refused to test drive or fix my brakes because my vehicle is rusty and they “would be liable if something breaks”??? Sure it’s rusty. BFD. Took it to big o tires and they took care of my brake job without any hesitation, with a reasonable explanation of the labor and parts required, and all for a very reasonable price.
Bill McNally on 10/3/2024
We’ve had many vehicles serviced and repaired with Chris’ Engine over the past 20+ years. He’s always thoughtful in his recommendations, meets or beats his estimates, and is quick to tell you if he thinks the work would be better completed by a dealership. He’s in it for the long-run with customers - building relationships through quality work and truthfulness.
Paul Harford on 3/8/2024
I am very pleased with the depth of knowledge and complete approach to my truck's rebuild performed at Chris's Engine & Auto Repair. Great communication as he got deeper into the project. Great job and on time. By way of an update: Chris's Engine & Auto Repair has serviced my truck's scheduled needs flawlessly and when I did have a 'roadside adventure', they were able to analyze and fix the problem quickly. My truck was only out of service for a short time. Very happy, I am , I am.
Mike Lisenko on 3/9/2024
Great experience with Chris's engine and auto repair. They spend time with you and discuss the issues your car is having and great depth and detail. I recommend them highly!
Alex Dorman on 10/12/2021
Awesome don't waste your time anyway else
Alex Hatch on 6/5/2022
Chris and his staff were incredibly helpful when my car broke down on the highway with me and my 2 kids. They gave us a ride back to Walnut Creek, and the car was all fixed in a couple days. The price was very reasonable too. I would highly recommend this shop, and I will be back the next time I need help with my car even though they are a bit out of the way since I live in a different city. The longer drive is well worth it!
Angelica Obioha on 6/24/2023
Highly recommend. Chris is very kind, knowledgeable and honest. Trustworthy service and overall very well run.
C L on 1/23/2023
If you want a professional that has been in the business for a long time go get your car fixed with Chris's Engine. Straight forward and reasonable Chris is now my go to shop for both my Japanese and domestic car needs.
Andrew Alix on 4/11/2025
Tremendous family owned business to work with. Highly recommend!
Don on 8/19/2021
We've been sending our personal fleet of family vehicles to Chris' Engine for over 10 years. The team (Chris, Denise, Zach and the techs) are always courteous, professional, knowledgeable of cars and truck, thorough diagnosis of your vehicle's problem(s) and lasting repairs. All this at a reasonable fair price. Forget paying dealership prices, see Chris' Engine. I recommend highly ........... Don of Benicia
Jenny Cruz on 4/12/2025
Excellent professional service!
sherry foster on 4/19/2025
Excellent customer service and knowledgeable staff who completed repairs on time. I would highly recommend them.
Susan T on 3/27/2025
We have been in search for a reliable, honest auto repair shop for many months, ever since we moved from another city. Thankfully, we were referred to Chris’ Auto Repair, and we are so relieved and happy to have found them! We are now having all our cars worked on by them. I have nothing but extremely high praise for this business!
Tim Ward on 4/15/2025
Very good at what you do, reasonable costs.
Herguth Properties LLC on 4/20/2023
I really appreciate the help on an electrical issue that became quite frustrating for me to figure out. They got it figured out quickly & at half the cost I was expecting! Thank you Chris!
George Murphy on 3/13/2025
Excellent service at a fair price
Lisa Immel on 6/15/2022
Great service. Friendly staff.
Marlene Stanton on 12/24/2022
Chris the owner always is so gracious in helping us out even just to check tires or anything else other than repair. Thank you and may God bless your hands that touches n care for all the cars.
Yves Marekani on 3/23/2023
Great service and customer care. I have been taking my cars to this shop for 6 years. They explain the work they recommend and give options for us to consider. I never feel like I am being rushed into getting some expensive service done
Eric Johnson on 5/20/2021
Rebuilt my classic to perfection
Joan Miller on 1/17/2024
Routine plus extra care for my truck
Glenn Kaneko on 5/16/2024
We just had one of our vehicles serviced here. We know from experience that it will be properly serviced. This time there were issues that needed attention. They diagnosed the problem, obtained the needed parts and returned our vehicle to it's sweet running again and more quickly than anticipated. Yes, it wasn't cheap, but, good auto mechanics don't come cheap.
e c on 9/13/2023
Excellent service and honest! I highly recommend this repair shop!!
Gary Arneson on 3/14/2024
Work always done correctly and completed on time. Friendly atmosphere.
Ric Hinderleider on 8/3/2023
I originally went to Chris for oil change. Since I have used him for all vehicle maintenance. They do excellent work they always give u uptodate reports of service that might b needed in the future. They will give u a ride home if needed. Always friendly
Linda Peonsin on 7/21/2022
Always does a great job! Have gone to Chris' for years and will continue!!
Syreeta Molette on 4/4/2023
Had AAA. I was sent there and by far the best honest n caring car shop. Great service, great prices n great communication. I'll definitely go back n recommend Chris's shop. Thank you for a great and easy service. My car is running great 👍😃
Kelly Belcher on 12/6/2023
Chris has worked on our vehicles for years and is honest and thorough. I always depend on him and his team to help when needed. Don't forget to have Chris' team complete a full inspection before going on long trips.
Christopher Simons on 10/1/2024
This staff was polite and they may have excellent mechanics, I can’t really speak to that. My issue with them is that they charged me $175 to “diagnose” the fact that I needed a new battery, Wow. Probably took 5 minutes. This fee wasn’t deducted or reduced after I bought a new battery from them. Also they flat out refused to test drive or fix my brakes because my vehicle is rusty and they “would be liable if something breaks”??? Sure it’s rusty. BFD. Took it to big o tires and they took care of my brake job without any hesitation, with a reasonable explanation of the labor and parts required, and all for a very reasonable price.
Laura B on 9/21/2023
Good honest people. Got the job done in a timely manner even though there were a few bumps along the way. They anticipated and ordered a part just in case.
Paul Harford on 4/10/2025
I am very pleased with the depth of knowledge and complete approach to my truck's rebuild performed at Chris's Engine & Auto Repair. Great communication as he got deeper into the project. Great job and on time. By way of an update: Chris's Engine & Auto Repair has serviced my truck's scheduled needs flawlessly and when I did have a 'roadside adventure', they were able to analyze and fix the problem quickly. My truck was only out of service for a short time. I highly recommend Chris' Engine and Auto Repair, Inc.
Stacey Butler on 12/18/2024
Excellent job on repairing my car, and the cost was well money spent. Chris' Engine Auto Repair gets the job done. I'm not easily swayed, if you are skeptical, check it out and I promise you will be back, over and over again for servicing your car.
Ken Jeffers on 8/5/2022
Great bunch of folks. Very knowledgeable.
Mike Lisenko on 3/8/2024
Great experience with Chris's engine and auto repair. They spend time with you and discuss the issues your car is having and great depth and detail. I recommend them highly!
Bill McNally on 10/2/2024
We’ve had many vehicles serviced and repaired with Chris’ Engine over the past 20+ years. He’s always thoughtful in his recommendations, meets or beats his estimates, and is quick to tell you if he thinks the work would be better completed by a dealership. He’s in it for the long-run with customers - building relationships through quality work and truthfulness.
Kathryn O'Shea on 4/12/2025
I took my car to Chris’ Auto Repair for a check engine light on my Hyundai Accent. The code that came up was a P0420 for the catalytic converter. The very nice mechanic explained that I should take the car to Hyundai to see if the software in my car needed to be updated before replacing the converter. After taking it to Hyundai, it turned out the car simply needed a software update and my check engine light turned off. This place saved me from having to spend thousands of dollars (and saving me from having to pay late fees on my car registration since I couldn’t pay for the renewal till my car passes a smog check). I cannot thank them enough and will continue to bringing my car here for future repairs.
Ola U on 4/12/2025
Thank you, Joe, for always keeping us updated.
pj pellegrino on 4/28/2021
I found Chris's from the AAA website, they're an approved shop. Zack mans the front desk, we spoke several times. He's kind, professional, knowledgeable and practical. I spoke to him on a Friday and he said they would order a part, it should arrive Tuesday and I could pick it up Tuesday. On Tuesday I got a call midday it was ready. Super impressed by the prompt turnaround and accuracy of the timeline. I also asked if he could have a technician check on my brakes since Big O told me they were practically metal to metal and would need new pads and rotors. The tech checked and zack let me know that wasn't the case, I had a few more months. He told me if a family member had asked him, this is what he would tell them. I really really appreciated the honesty and the compassion. They could have told me yes replace it all and just took the sale. I'll be recommending Chris's anytime I can and likely be back for my brakes (despite moving out of Benicia)