Frank's Engineering Clinic

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  Angelica Sandoval
8 months ago
I know it s hard to find a really good mechanic. Trust me I know. I was strung out with a dud 2011 ford ranger I drove off the lot two n half years ago. Couple months later the transmission died. Frank was open and honest about what the truck needed. The water tank was also cracked he quoted me really below the market price to have everything replaced. He even threw in a year warranty of work on the transmission.The engine took a minute to break in and every time I got a scare Frank was there to make sure everything was okay. I recently got my fuel filter replaced within a hour. All of his services and work from his team has been great. I highly recommend Franks auto service! I will continue to take my ranger to him for service.

  Peace Rose
5 months ago
They lie they will tell you they got the parts from the dealer and they re brand new they get used parts that are defective your car go bad this next day but you pay like dealer new brand new price and then the owner is very rude and very mean.Do not take your car over there unless you just want to pay money and do your car somewhere else again and pay twice.Service: Transmission

  Bushra
a year ago
Frank is frank! He gave me a list of my newly purchased used car ( I wish I asked him for the check before buying it.) all issues he said did happen. I asked him at the time to only work on the most pressing issues. As the bill was too much (and I thought he was exaggerating to be honest) he wasn t. 6 months later it happened the issues he was referring to. I bought it to another cheaper mechanic who created another issue by using cheap parts and oil.. Frank made my car good again by spotting these issues (that no other mechanic knew what it was)I strongly recommend Frank to take care of your car and do a general check-up before buying a new used car.I knew Frank for around a year and he keeps his words and have good communication (he actually calls you to inform you about what is the issue, give exact cost in short amount of time, very professional)

  Gautam Machiraju
a year ago
Frank and his team are fantastic. A+ service and skills. As a student tight on money, I was quite stressed to figure out the damages from a recent fender bender.First of all, Frank was able to assess things free of cost. This assessment was rare to get for free most other shops that I talked to in East Bay wouldn't even look at my car for free. In just 10min, he immediately explained the issues and an estimate of the costs. He was honest and gave me plenty of time to think on it. After coming back a couple weeks later, he honored that quote and took my car in.Once I got a call a few days later, I was happy to see my car fixed up (bumper, fender, headlight) and in an even better shape than I left it the exterior was washed/polished and even small things on the interior were fixed up after some wear and tear over the years. I was very impressed. Best of all, no hidden fees or tricks. What I was told for the estimate was what I paid. The service is top-notch and I'll be returning for all my auto repair, general servicing, and body work in the future. Frank is extremely personable, funny, honest, and transparent. Highly recommend this garage!Thanks so much for your time and help, Frank~Services: Auto body & trim repair, Electrical repair, General repairs & maintenance, Electrical, Body & Trim

  Angela Yu
a year ago
Love working with Frank! He did our pre-purchase inspection and spotted out a few really crucial issues of the car we were planning to purchase. His service is excellent and the price is fair, (30-50% cheeper than 2 other shops quotes I called in the area). He is an expert in cars and was very patient on explaining what I need to be careful if I want to purchase this used car and how to fix it for longer drive. I would come back to this shop again for other services.

  Gerald Valenzuela
a year ago
I took my Car to Frank shop because I was told him was fair and honest,I had a issue with my front end on my car,He did the work and charged me $300 dollars and he said I needed additional work done on it,I had a noise at the same place I had the noise before,I took it back and he said it would cost me$800 dollars so I took it to a family Mechanic and he said it was just fine he said was nothing wrong with it and charge me nothing,The reason that don t go to my family Mechanics was because it was so far away.I would be careful when you take your car to Franks garage.Service: Auto maintenance

  Willie Wilson
a year ago
This is my BMW and Frank got me for $18,000 to fix it top and all and my car still not running right Frank is not a honest man and his word is not good con man so watch out for him

  Ricardo Ortega Araujo
9 months ago
My engine light turned on so I took it to the Autozone for a quick scanner check. Then I called Frank to see if he had availability. He told me to take my car to the Autozone to fix it. Horrible customer service. Not recommended at all

  Gabe Gonzales
4 years ago
A little over 3 weeks ago my car wouldn't shift out of park. I do some preemptive investigating and it seems like the break-light switch needs to be replaced. Now according to a random website this should cost between $75-$100. Frank charged $165.He installed the part same day within a couple hours. No waiting around for days until they get to the vehicle. He was extremely nice and professional.This is where the story should end. Unfortunately 22 days later the same thing happens (car won't shift out of park). I take the car over to Franks to see if he can investigate the cause. He says he will do so at no cost.He gets back to me within a couple hours and says that it looks like the switch that they initially installed was defective (it can happen) and they are purchasing/installing a replacement at no cost to me.Over all I'm very happy with the experience and will definitely be considering coming back when future problems occur.Pros: Fast, friendly, professional, Trustworthy and reliableCons: might be a little pricey (keep in mind Frank is in Berkeley where everything is more expensive not in the middle of nowhere where everything is cheaper)Final noteIf you need a local trustworthy mechanic I'd highly recommend Frank. Quality work and honest, something very important to a mechanic - where most people can be easily swindled into unnecessary and expensive "fixes"

  Ana L Alanis
6 years ago
At Frank s you will find fair and honest service. I have trusted my car with Frank for several years now and I am always happy with my experience there. Car repairs are expensive in general, but here I never feel overcharged. They are very thorough so the work is done right, and done right the first time. He also has a great network of car folks in the Bay Area if you need help with other car related devices (selling your car, etc.) so he is easily the most helpful mechanic I ve ever worked with. Also important, Frank and his team are very kind people, and I always feel that I m in the best hands here. All in all I can not recommend this place more! Thank you so much, Frank!

  Brad Lee
a year ago
If you make the mistake of bringing your vehicle here make sure you double check if the work was actually done. This place has a reputation for charging you and not actually performing the service. Also if they do actually perform the service make sure everything is back to where it belongs because they are also extremely sloppy. The owner is also just a dishonest weasel.

  Felicia Gonzalez
9 months ago
Didn t fix my cars issues and overcharged me. Ended up taking my bmw to weatherford if I m going to be overcharged I d rather go to someone who knows what they re doing.Felt I was being lied to drove off and car still broken.light still on.very dissatisfied.

  Damien D
6 years ago
I can only speak from my own experience, but when I needed work on my car, not only was Frank open on Saturday and able to take my car right away (unlike another "reputable" and very high priced Berkeley shop I have used in the past) his price quote was MUCH more reasonable as well. Frank is very friendly, forthright, and I believe, honest. He showed me the parts that were replaced, and explained the problem. When there was a new noise I noticed after the repair, he immediately took the car back in and fixed it, and even offered further "no cost" repairs if the problem persisted. It is a no frills shop, but I feel that Frank runs an honest business and treats his customers like valued members of his own community. This is hard to find.

  Pk JU
a year ago
Avoid this place at all cost if you don t want to ruin your car. This Chinese guy working there will misplace some parts and harness and wiring is done poorly afterwards. Overcharged than other place and scream at customer. Avoid this place and this Chinese guy need to go back to jail.

  KMichelle Fuller
6 years ago
I live in another state and my daughter called me from the Bay Area with car trouble. Frank was referred to me, and he not only rescued us from the unnecessary work and outrageous pricing of the dealership, but he was thorough, knowledgeable, extremely courteous and efficient. She is his customer for life now! I highly recommend the shop to everyone!!

  Hussain Hussain
a year ago
Incompetent mechanics who just aren't good at diagnosing and repairing vehicles. The owner has a friendly facade but is a crook through and through. Has mechanics work on things they aren't trained for, doesn't put everything back together properly, forgets to put back screws and clips. That place is just a mess.Service: General repairs & maintenanceService: General repairs & maintenance

  Evelyn Word-Potash
3 years ago
Frank has been our families mechanic for decades.he can be counted on do you have the work done in a timely manner. He does a consistently good job we are always pleased with the outcome. I recently used his brother-in-law for bodywork is very pleased his work as well.

  946 Towguy
5 years ago
Wonderful family owned auto shop in the heart of Berkeley. They've been in business since Ronald Reagan was the Governor.Expect professional and courteous service here.They have a secure lot and multiple bays so you won't have to worry about your car being broken into in an open lot.

  Rosemary Beam
3 years ago
What a wonderful experience! Our back break's went out while traveling and Frank got us in and out quickly. They used factory parts. Frank the owner was just the most friendly accommodating. I would refer all to go to this shop.

  Len Welsh
9 years ago
The best general mechanic I've run across in quite some time. I rely on him for everything automotive. He and his crew aren't supermen, but they generally provide excellent service at a very good price, and if they make a mistake, they make it right and don't try to hide it.

  Dee Dee Pugh
2 years ago
Frank, what can I say He should have his own reality show I just Love him. My whole family take our vehicles to him for all our automotive needs. He s Great

  Eugene Kurolap
4 years ago
First we thought I d have to get a new radiator so I was expecting to spend $400, when I came back, Frank said that the mechanic Dave discovered that it was something less serious so we ended up paying only $165 :)

  Nurcan Sonmez
7 years ago
I was there for a break problem, they charged 330$ for labor and in total I paid 890$. When I asked friends around they all said this shouldn't cost more than 400$. One important note, they are extremely friendly, my complaint is about the price tag!

  Collin Anderson
2 years ago
Fixed my flat tire, in and out in 10 minutes. Very happy with their quick service.Service: TiresService: Tires

  mlb mlb
4 years ago
Frank's automotive unprofessional.The are rude. And over priced.There work is low quality. I would strongly suggest going somewhere else

  William Lopez
4 years ago
8,000 miles they car blow blue smoke this guys do some bad work after the car was rebuild it was leaking oil from all over took it to fix it 2 times and never came up right had to take it to another mechanic to fix it . And now this car blows blue smoke and i dont even drive it too much

  Kathy Neal
2 years ago
Frank's service is very attentive and honest, priced extremely fairly. Highly recommend.Services: Brakes, Auto maintenanceServices: Brakes, Auto maintenance

  Bolinsky Brown
5 years ago
Great prices and care about the customers car. Very nice workers and owner the place to bring you car or truck

  lunchbox
3 years ago
Frank is the best. He always gets the job done and knows how to tell a good joke!

  Steve McClellan
6 years ago
Frank is the most helpful guy in the world, and he does fast, reliable work. I never go anywhere else.