Monterey and Pacific Grove Auto Repair

Monterey: (831) 288-5711
550 E. Franklin St., Monterey, CA 93940
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Pacific Grove: (831) 531-2295
1123 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove, CA 93950
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5

I had a engine problem at 4:00 on a Tuesday, and drove right there because I wanted to use a local VW repair place so I wouldnot have to dive to Salinas. I was greeted by Kevin; he took a look and then called me 1 hour later with the diagnosis, and the price to repair. The next mornig I arrived when requested to pick up my car. It was not only ready, but it was clean!!. That means a lot to me. I am grateful that I have found a VW repair place right in Butterfly Town, USA!

We are Pacific Motor Service, providing AAA service to the vehicles of Monterey and Pacific Grove.

- Pacific Grove
4

problem solved -hope it stays solved. the cost was higher than i expected. the courtesy trans. service-- a plus

We strive to exceed customer expectations Roy! Thank you for trusting PM to care for your Dodge. Kevin Donohoe, Owner

- Pacific Grove
4

fine and professional except computer system is extremely slow and crashed when I picked up at close of business, causing a long wait for the half dozen people trying to settle up their car and get on with their Fri evening. I had noticed the balkiness of your system before. Time for an upgrade!

Thank you for trusting Pacific Motors to repair the failed idle air control device and provide service to the air management system. Regular maintenance will help alleviate this condition in the future along with using good quality fuel. I’m glad all systems are working now. Kevin Donohoe, ETI Specialist

- Pacific Grove
2

I was in there a few months ago I got about over $3,000 worth of work done on my car. Kevin was very helpful and I was very pleased with my service. The check engine was something that was supposed to be fixed, but it came back on so I took the car back in. He had someone check it out and we made an appointment for the following day for it to get fixed. Due to my schedule I had to cancel the appointment and didn't have time to come in until last week. I ended up being charged for the mechanic to "look into the problem" and see what needed to be fixed. It was my understanding this had already been done. Beau said "there aren't any notes so I don't know what they did". I was not happy with my second visit because 1) I don't feel I should get charged $90 for something that was already looked into and supposed to be fixed by you guys. 2) The service with Beau was no where near the service with Kevin. I felt I was taken advantage of and charged unfairly. First visit gets 5 stars. Second visit only gets a star because the problem was fixed.

Brianne, thank you for providing feedback on your service visit. I've spoken with Beau and looked into the concern/ correction to the evaporative emission control system (2nd visit). The assembly that failed and turned on the check engine light is designed to rout fuel vapors to and from a charcoal canister. These vapors cause “smog” if allowed to vent to atmosphere. Additionally, the valve that failed on your car would not cause any operational problems (making the car difficult to drive or feel unstable). The purge valve repair is truly an emission system related repair; necessary corrections to keep the air we breathe clean. Please call me at 831-717-2912 if you have any questions. Kevin Donohoe, Ownert). T

- Monterey
4

Service was very good.

Thank you for your review. We are happy that you were pleased with our service. We look forward to seeing you down the road. Service Manager, Beau Blackwell

- Monterey
4

Good service and feedback. I liked the offer of telephonic help by service. Keep it up.

Thank you for your feedback and kind words. We appreciate your trust. Service Manager,Beau Blackwell

- Monterey
5

I’ve been servicing my 1997 Subaru Outback at Pacific Motor Service for close to 10 years now. I’ve been every time was very pleased with the quality of the service. Some months ago, when after a serious collision, I had towed my badly damaged car to PMS, I was again very pleased with the repair. A week ago, I took my car to PMS, for a tune up, break replacements, and some minor problems and got my car back in a fine running condition. Kevin and his colleagues were patient, courteous, attentive, thoroughly professional. This time, when Kevin my home that the car was ready to be picked up, my wife went to pick it up for me because I was at work. Kevin took her for a test drive, listened to her questions patiently and explained to her what was done and why. She was so impressed by Kevin, the mechanics, and the repair shop that she decided that in the future she would take her own car too to PMS. Thank you Kevin and the rest of you at PMS. Sincerely, Laszlo Horvath (and Marge)

Lazo, thank you for the glowing review of the shop and staff. The men and women of Paicific Motor Service are committed to service excellence and meeting tLazo, thank you for the glowing review of the shop and staff. The men and women of Pacific Motor Service are committed to service excellence and meeting the client expectations. Your Subaru was a success story in that the needed repairs related to the accident fall outside of “typical”. Isaias did an amazing job of discover and repair; he executes his role as Shop Forman with enthusiasm and pride. He enjoys the tough jobs and it shows. We appreciate your trust and friendship in Pacific Motor Service. Happy New Year to you and Marge. Kevin

- Pacific Grove
3

oil change and filter.

Barbara, Thank you for taking a moment form your busy schedule to write a review. We appreciate your trust in Pacific Motor Service and look forward to your next service visit. Kevin

- Pacific Grove
4

Beau did a great job at figuring out what is wrong with my vehicle and getting it fixed as soon as possible. Being a college student I do not have a lot of time to get the car fixed but he worked really well within my schedule to help ensure my car was working great before I left.

Thank you for the review Bernard but more importantly, thank you for trusting us. We appreciate your feedback and hope you have a wonderful Holiday season. Service Manager,Beau Blackwell

- Monterey
4.5

Love this place! Beau was very patient with me and my car while it had a two-week intermittent 'check engine' light problem. When it finally stayed on for good, he got me in right away and fixed it.

Thank you for your kind review Bonnie. I'm glad we were able to help you get your car back on the road quickly. We loook forward to building a long lasting relationship with you and your vehicles. Service Manager,Beau Blackwell

- Monterey
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