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“Jim went above and beyond to give me advice about how to deal with Toyota and found potential warranty coverage.” in 26 reviews
“A good test for them was after one of our Hondas was stolen and then recovered, quite a bit worse for wear.” in 18 reviews
“I had been going to another company in Oakland that I had been satisfied with, but BMC bested them in every regard.” in 8 reviews
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An independent garage devoted to quality repair and maintenance of Honda, Acura, Toyota and Lexus automobiles. Our staff has accumulated over 200 years working with Honda/Toyota Products.
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- Eleanor S.Oakland, CA53Sep 8, 2021
You really have to trust your car repair shop, which I've not done since the former GM of the dealership where I bought the car retired. When I called for my annual checkup/tune-up, I was told it was due for a major service--more money than I wanted to pay. I drive the 16-year old car very rarely so have incredibly low mileage and it runs great. I wasn't having any issues to I asked if I might get away with a minor service. I was told that was fine and that I'd be alerted if anything major was found. WHen I picked up the car, I learned my tires are getting worn and will soon need to be replaced. So, you gotta trust a garage that doesn't make up issues to charge you a lot of money. And I do! Thank you Berkeley Minicar for excellent, reliable and honest service!
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Marian H.Berkeley, CA016May 9, 2024
A wonderful business that I've patronized for about 30 years, from owning a Honda to Acura. Through ownership changes too. They are honest, helpful and offer reasonable prices. A gem!
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Andres M.
May 17, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words and loyalty over the past 30 years! We're thrilled to hear about your positive experiences and appreciate your continued support. It's customers like you who make our job rewarding. Looking forward to serving you for many more years to come!
- Adam T.San Francisco, CA020Feb 9, 2024
Took my Honda CRV in for a regular servicing. Scheduling was easy. Staff were friendly and knowledgable. Price is obviously better than the dealership but I think they also did a better job. They even recommended work I could get the dealership to complete for free! (under warranty)
I'll be getting all my regular services, small and large fixes done at Berkeley Minicar in the future because I trust their work and honesty.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Business owner information
Andres M.
Feb 16, 2024
Thank you, Adam, for your glowing 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience with us. Making scheduling easy, providing friendly and knowledgeable service, and offering competitive pricing are all priorities for us. We're glad to have exceeded your expectations and appreciate your trust in our work and honesty. It's great to know that you'll be relying on us for your future servicing needs. If you ever have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out. Thank you for choosing Berkeley Minicar!
- Linda M.Berkeley, CA0522Mar 19, 2024
Lifesavers! (Potentially)
I was in a real pickle with a piece of safety equipment that had stopped working. I pulled in and went to see if they could fix it. I was truly worried to keep driving. Cristian came out and his first words were, "We don't repair Hyundai's." But he still looked. Then he got Jafet to come look and a bit of tinkering and he fixed it. Whew! And then they said the words--"No charge, have a nice day." So I would highly recommend these guys because they fixed me up and I was willing to fork over a big one since they knew I was desperate. Good People.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Business owner information
Andres M.
Apr 1, 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're glad Cristian and Jafet were able to assist you and get your safety equipment working again. Providing quality service and helping our customers in times of need is always our priority. We appreciate your recommendation and are here for you whenever you need us!
- Simba A.Elmwood, Berkeley, CA03Aug 30, 2023
Great service always! Value for money. Gets the job done efficiently and quickly.
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Andres M.
Sep 18, 2023
Thank you so much for your fantastic 5-star review! We're delighted to hear that you've consistently received great service from us and that you find it to be a great value for your money. Efficiency and speed are essential to us, and we're pleased to know that we've met your expectations in those areas.
Your continued support means a lot to us, and we're here to assist you whenever you need us. If you ever have any questions or require further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out. We look forward to serving you again in the future! - Tania C.North Oakland, Oakland, CA03Mar 13, 2024
Called Berkeley Minicar for a quote on an oil change for a Toyota RAV4 and a tire rotation. I read positive reviews online so I figured I'd shop around before I book the usual dealership service appt.
Man on the phone told me "depending on how much oil it takes" it will be $92 plus tax and $15 for the tire rotation.
I asked if they price matched to the dealerships service center and they said no. $92 for an oil change is steep considering the Toyota dealership charges approx. $80 for the oil and the rotation. I will pass. Posting this for others to have transparency.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0 - Olive K.North Oakland, Oakland, CA2203Jan 8, 2024
I've had great experiences at Berkeley Minicar - they've serviced my Prius several times. It's easy to schedule, fast, and efficient. I appreciate that they call with updates or any recommended service, and they're fair and transparent about pricing.
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Andres M.
Jan 19, 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive experience with Berkeley Minicar! We're delighted to hear that our service has met your expectations. Providing easy scheduling, fast and efficient service, along with transparent communication, is always our goal. We appreciate your trust in us and look forward to serving you and your Prius in the future. Safe travels!
- Mike S.Oakland, CA210437Dec 6, 2023
Huge shoutout to Christian and the team at Berkeley Minicar. I hauled my '17 Civic to them after Honda Oakland tried to charge me $7k just to teardown my engine to diagnose what was going on with it. Christian was extremely patient, kind, and empathetic when dealing with me and my situation. They took the car in for a diagnostic and gave me a free loaner while they had it. Though they came to the same conclusion as Honda, they were more direct and explained that it would be better and cheaper for me to just replace the entire engine than try to dig around and search for the root problem which is what Honda was proposing. Though they are not able to provide that service, they were honest and open about the work. Please check these guys out next time you need some service done.
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Andres M.
Dec 8, 2023
Hi Mike S,
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that Christian and our team at Berkeley Minicar could provide the support you needed for your Civic. It's unfortunate to face steep diagnoses elsewhere, but we're glad we could offer a more transparent and cost-effective solution for you. Your kind words mean a lot, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. If there's anything else we can assist you with in the future, please don't hesitate to reach out!
Best regards,
The Berkeley Minicar Team - Sarah M.Berkeley, CA17Nov 13, 2023
Just a shout out to Ebony who works up front. She is fabulous. I needed my headlights replaced and she did it for free! And it was a bit tricky too! Yay for Ebony! Love Berkeley Minicar.
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Andres M.
Nov 20, 2023
Hi Sarah,
Thank you for your amazing 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear about your fantastic experience with Eboni. She's truly exceptional, and we're glad she could help you with your headlights. We're here to make sure your car is in top-notch condition, and it's always a pleasure to have such positive feedback. We appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again! - Nate D.Fremont, CA011Mar 20, 2024
This auto service garage is terrific, from the front desk staff, to the attentive technicians. They have serviced my 2006 Lexus Ls 430 for a year and a half now, with at least five visits for general maintenance, and a number of new parts needed. I trust there ability to diagnose, and suggest preventative maintenance. I have enjoyed the sincere personal contact from Christian, Ebony, and other staff members. The service crew is also always polite, Jose is very familiar with my car, and all mechanics seem to be quite supportive toward each individual project that enters the garage. Thank you Berkeley Mini car for keeping me safe, and I appreciate your attention to detail, and warm welcoming.
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Andres M.
Apr 1, 2024
Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you've had such positive experiences with our team and that we've been able to keep your Lexus running smoothly. We take pride in providing top-notch service, and it's wonderful to know that you trust us with your vehicle's maintenance and repairs. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to Christian, Ebony, Jose, and the rest of our team. We look forward to continuing to serve you and keeping you safe on the road!
- B L.Riverside, CA03Oct 3, 2023
Called and got a much cheaper quote for valve adjustment and spark plug replacement for my Honda civic than the dealer was offering. Next day took it for the job, and they got it don't no problem. Will defiantly return for other service I can't do myself.
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Andres M.
Oct 3, 2023
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience with us and that we could provide you with a more affordable quote for your valve adjustment and spark plug replacement on your Honda Civic compared to the dealer.
Our team takes pride in offering top-notch service and ensuring that our customers leave satisfied. We're delighted to hear that we met your expectations and that you plan to return for future services you may need. We look forward to serving you again and continuing to provide you with high-quality automotive care. If you ever have any questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out. Thanks again for choosing us for your car maintenance needs!
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