Hanlon Auto Service Center

My family has used these guys for 20 years. They’re always extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and reasonable!

I’ve use these people for many many years. They are always honest and give a very fair price on whatever they do. I’ve recommended them to many friends in my life. I would not be at all afraid of using this Business.

Decent place when I first whent there, they buy cheap Ass parts first of all, and over charge you for China shit. I got motor mount done and fly wheel and clutch done, one of the motor mounts went bad within days. Had to go back and get a replacement since it still was under warranty now I’m always checking the part since it was the same as the one that became faulty. Just go to a dealer ship, get OEM part or better ones instead of made in God know where parts. And I’m afraid to know what brandy clutch and fly wheel are, because they never give you a proper itemized bill with part number, price and or branding.

Was several years ago. Took the vehicle in for a simple battery replacement and picked up the car and the lights did not work. Picked up the car the following day and other electronics did not work and they couldn’t figure it out. Had it towed to the dealer and it was determined Hanlon blew out the whole vehicle computer system by taking shortcuts. Ultimately cost me $ 3000 to repair and this place would not pay for their eff up!

These good reviews boasting how honest these guys are is absolutely spot on. I was told by three mechanics over the course of 2 years that I needed a new catalytic converter and that’s why my «check engine» light was on. I just got my registration renewal paperwork and sure enough I’m due for a SMOG check, so before I did that, I decided to go to Hanlon to get the catalytic converter. I had no question in my mind that I needed one and was prepared to spend the money… come to find out from Travis that I did NOT need one. He sent me on my way at no charge and even offered to check my car again right before getting my SMOG check to make sure it wouldn’t fail. He could have so easily just installed the catalytic converter and I would have passed the SMOG and never known any better. But unlike many auto shops, these guys are extremely ethical. Thank you Hanlon!

My battery was dying, so I went to Hanlon because there were so many good reviews here. They were right. I got an appointment the next day, and it only took a little over an hour to replace the battery. They also did some other minor stuff to my car. There was a deli next door, so I had coffee while they were doing it.
The people there were very nice, and knew what they were doing. I am planning to take my car there for everything after this.

I just want to say thank you for taking care all my cars.
I really appreciated their timely service, and price is cheaper than a dearship.
Traves, service manager taking care my cars for more than 5 years and I am very happy to have all my cars service there.

For 10 + years I have brought my various German and Japanese sports cars and daily drivers into Hanlon for service by Ken or Travis. This is also backed up by the simple fact many years a go I worked on cars and have better than basic mechanical skills so their expertise is both admired and appreciated by myself
What can I say that proves to you they are 5 stars? They are very honest and recommend PREVENTATIVE service and tell you what your car TRULY needs or not. Sometimes as a car owner that can be HEAVEN or HELL on your wallet but they always tell you the truth and then make recommendations that will keep your car on the road running smoothly at a reasonable cost.
Most car owners only want to hear its just a lose bolt or cheap part for $ 50 but folks really, cars after year 2000 these days are more complex due to computer management and more technical than you probably realize and should have a qualified and intelligent mechanic going over them carefully once they go out of warranty.
To that exact point, I now bring my Fiancé MBZ 500 clk convertible from her home in Temecula for service 1 – 2 x a year as she get getting way over charged from the local MBZ dealer and German independents shops and NOT getting the car looked over properly. True they do wash the car after the service appt. but is that worth the extra $ for basic service? You know the answer already.
Jim C. Laguna Beach.

My mother has been servicing her Toyota Avalon here for many years with very good satisfaction. I brought my Toyota Camry in for a minor repair. The plastic under-​guard engine protector was missing some screws and drooping, I think from a sloppy repair at another shop. This is the type of small repair that many other shops would avoid or overcharge for. Upon making my appointment over the phone and checking in my car, Travis was very courteous, positive and respectful of my time. The repair was performed quickly, accurately and very reasonably priced. There was no effort whatsoever to upsell me anything. I am very satisfied with my repair and highly endorse this repair shop.

Very disappointed. I was looking for a new service shop because I recently moved offices. I was really hoping this was the one. I called to set an appointment and to check pricing. I was quoted one price for routine service and they billed me almost 50% more, with no explanation. I guess I’ll keep looking…

I’ve been going to Hanlon for years and this is the only place I would ever trust with my car or anyone else’s car for that matter. They are the nicest guys in the world and very fair prices and they are so honest and trustworthy. I had taken my car to my dealership to get an oil change (free under my warranty) and the dealership told me I needed more work done, which would cost extra. I got a quote from the dealership, but then went straight to Hanlon. They told me I did need the work done, but the price was almost half what the dealership was going to rip off of me. Hanlon is the only way to go. They will even let you know if the work isn’t needed right away and they’ll let you know what they can do to get your parts to last longer to save you money. They are great guys and I won’t take my car anywhere else.

First time customer here. I was recommended by a friend and since I have absolutely no clue on the everything car except how to drive them I was a little apprehensive. I initially was prepared to spend around $ 150 — $ 200 for new breaks. Shortly after dropping my car off I received a call letting me know that my breaks were fine and instead I only needed to replace a small part. SAY WHAT?!? Needless to say, I also decided to get my oil change. Everything came to around $ 60! Fantastic service! No BS. I definitely recommend them!

I’ve been taking my cars to Hanlon for about 15 years now. If you are looking for honest mechanics who won’t tell you tall tales to get you to spend more money, then these are your guys.
Years ago I had an Isuzu Rodeo and one day i couldn’t get it to go above 40 mph no matter how much gas I gave it. Took it in to get it looked at and they called me later to tell me the news. They asked if I was sitting down. I was totally prepared for a huge bill. But no, the truth was that they figured out what the problem was and it would only cost me $ 14 to fix the belt, or the gasket or whatever it was. They could have told me any amount and I would have been at their mercy, since I know zip about cars and engines. But they are honest and only charged me for what was wrong and I’ve always appreciated that and referred my friends and family to them ever since.

I’ve been a customer of Hanlon for years. They have always been fair, honest and reliable. I have them work on my wife’s BMW, daughters honda and my Toyota 4runner. No other mechanics I’ve worked with are this trusted.
Today I came in without an appointment. I made a call to Travis at Hanlon and asked if he could check the Toyota. The check engine light came on. He said to bring it right in and he would get on it. He quickly found a faulty plug and coil and since I didn’t have a ride or second vehicle, he offered to drop what he was doing and fix it on the spot so I could get back on the road.
This is what I’ve come to expect from these guys. Fair, fast, friendly and honest. Don’t go anywhere else. This combination is hard to find in an auto repair professional.
I’ve recommended this place to numerous friends, family and coworkers. Now it’s your turn. Tell them Chris with the white 4runner sent you. Travis will take good care of you and your vehicle.
It’s rare that I give anyone 5 stars. Read me other reviews. I would give Hanlon Auto Service Center 6 if I could.

Let me say that there is a reason this place has 5 star reviews all around. My family has been going to Hanlons for over 10 years now and I have opted to go to them even when going to them required my car to be towed further. Before purchasing a new car I always bring it to them, knowing they will tell me the honest truth as to whether I should purchase or not. They are not the type to break one thing and fix another — nor are they the type to hassle you or jack the prices up. Highly recommend.

These guys do great work and won’t BS you. What more could you ask for?
I’ve been coming here for years after a friend initially referred me, and I’ll be back next time my car needs service.

I can’t say any more than the reviews below me have said. I was recommended to Hanlon Auto Service Center over 15 years ago from a co-​worker, and I’ve been with them ever since. Reasonable prices, reasonable people, great service. These guys rule.

My entire family and I only take our cars to Hanlon. 10years+ I think. This place deserves yet another amazing review. Honest, helpful, quick, kind etc. etc. You are in great hands @ Hanlon. Cheers!

Hanlon’s saves me money on keeping my cars going and has been dependably, honestly, doing that for me for nearly thirty years.
They deserve more stars than five!

Hanlon does it again, not that I’m surprised. I’ve been taking my cars there for over twenty years! My car was making a very disturbing noise, so I cringed, gritted my teeth, and took it to the mechanic, expecting an expensive repair. After spending a lot of time with the car, trying varying things, they found it was something trivial, fixed it, and charged me $ 20! The time alone they spent was worth a lot more than that. But then it’s not the first time they’ve spent a lot of time to diagnose a problem for me.
And that’s why I recommend them to all my friends. Trustworthy mechanics are golden!