Alternators & Starters

My Hubby and I just got a new used car, well we started having issues as soon as we got it. Our family mechanic recently had a major accident and he is now handicapped which kind of leaves us like new borns when it comes to car stuff, lol. After we searched all over the Internet, we found this place, saw the good reviews and called the next morning. «Ping» answered right away and he let us explain the issue, he explained what It might sound like, told us he had a few things lined up but he can check it out.
We stopped by, he pretty much told us what it may be, when he could do it, gave us a flat. He got the piece right away, replaced it.
We couldn’t be happier with the kind of service this man gave us. I recommend EVERYONE to come to Ping. Especially because of all these mechanics that just want to get over on «I-​know-​nothing-​about-​cars» people like myself — I own my lack of car knowledge. :-) It’s nice to know people like Ping exist.

Came here with no appointment what so ever, drove up, parked near the shop and asked for Ping.
Not only did he fit me in, gave me good advice in Cantonese and English, talked on the phone with my dad, but also promised to see me in the future.
Honest (advice), Reliable and GREAT customer service. Glad I found this place!
Will save you money and you will be able to trust him! go to Alternators & Starters for your vehicle needs!
Thank you Ping!

Stumble upon this tiny shop on my way home and found myself a new place to bring my cars there when they needed for help. Prices are reasonable and the services are 100% authentic honest ! I can’t believe it myself that there are still such shop existed and I can promise you wont find any other shop that has such genuine and guys experience around this area

Short version of this review: Go, talk to the lead guy in the shop there, Ping. He’s knowledgeable, honest, an on-​time. Best of all, he will try to save you money.
Full review:
I somehow lost compression on cylinder #2 on my Subaru WRX. Long story short, after calling many shops, I found out this was on average a $ 2500-​$ 5500. I lost hope, was getting ready to sell my Suby. I started searching for rebuilt engines on Craigslist– and thats how I found Ping and ASC.
Ping talked to me on the phone, took time to tell me what he thought was going on with my car– and offered me to have a look at my car for free. He told me the engine still sounded and looked strong, so it’s likely only cylinder 2 needed work done, and a valve job. He told me what the optimum fix would be, and the (cheaper) functional fix would be. I had a new turbo I wanted installed as well, and he said he’d do free of charge. I opted for the optimum fix, cause it was still much less than any other shops, and Ping told me the fix should make my car run well for a while. I set up an appointment, dropped the car off on Monday, Ping told me the car would be ready next Monday.
Ping was careful to inspect the critical areas, and told me about a couple things that needed replacement– he only charged for the parts, labor was included with my engine work. Sure enough the car was ready by Monday! The car is running strong, and better than it was before.
This guy is very honest, and best of all– unlike most shops, he takes his time to explain whats going on. He does so many of these he can actually show you an engine– and bent valves, etc. He never rushed me, answered all of my questions thoroughly and gave me a ride to and from school.
If you have a car that needs fixing, especially a Subaru (he gets his experience from working for a Subaru dealer, plus hes a UC grad) this is the place for you to go.
In summary: I’ve found my Bay Area Subaru mechanic, so thanks Ping and to your crew!

i you want and honest and great person to work on your car go with this company, they are great honest and quick and very smart and helpful. bought a motor for our son subaru from them and they installed it for the best price we could find. he was up front and great. even after my son left, he did not have the alarm button and set it off at the store, we call him and he said i will call your son and helped him. thank you so much for your great work.

I was happy with the service and price for my replacement alternator of my ’97 Altima. By far the lowest price and they did the job fast and with explanation and also were happy to replace the belt at no extra labor charge were it needed (it wasn’t). I will upgrade to 5 stars if the alternator lasts at least the year they guaranteed. Also, conveniently located on the 8x line if you live in the downtown/​North Beach area and can’t wait for them to do the job.

Found these guys on craigslist posting. Great prices, my porsche 911 alternator only cost ~40% of what everybody else is selling. Friendly service with excellent price. Highly recommand.