Kettleman City Auto Repair

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  Jack Helmering
3 years ago
This place was a life saver! I was heading to Sac from Santa Barbara and my car started acting up. When I was 15 minutes out, I called Mauricio and asked if he would be able to check out my vehicle with such short notice he happily said yes. Once I arrived, he greeted me with a smile and immediately went to inspecting my car. He found the problem and was able to find the part my car needed right away. He worked until after the shop closed to get my vehicle up and running again. I was able to make it home safely and my car was fixed for a very reasonable price. I highly recommend this shop for any of your car troubles whether you live in Kettleman City or are just passing through.

  David Zhao
3 years ago
Mauricio was truly a lifesaver! Our car engine stalled suddenly near Kettleman City and we were towed to Midway Auto Repair. He was incredibly prompt, helpful, kind and straightforward he only charged us for the base diagnostic fee even though he spent an entire afternoon/evening looking at the car. He even followed up after we got the car towed to a dealership with super helpful info! Can t thank him and his son enough for their help in a bind.

  Rylan Pirlot
2 years ago
I had to call the sheriffs department to get to the job done. My girlfriend felt very uncomfortable being there. They were cheating her trying to get more money out of her. Trying to take advantage of someone traveling alone. Absolutely terrible service. The guy working on my vehicle we rude and said I get to it when I get to it. What should have been maybe a 30 min job turned into a all night ordeal. It was late after hours, he just seemed like he wanted to get home after he said he could get it done soon. This place overcharged for being 1 star service if that. Then he decided he didn t want to work on it anymore and took the new part he put on off. I would not recommend going here. If anything try and go anywhere else but here.Service: Steering & suspension repair

  Matt Ganotis
2 years ago
Maurico helped my girlfriend & I out of a difficult situation. He went above and beyond to help get us back on the road. He actually listened to me and took the time to find the actual cause of our vehicle's issues when it was something I never would have thought of. He really cared, knew what he was talking about, and charged a very modest price (I ended up tipping him for doing such a great job). Thanks you again!!!

  cathy BUTTERFIELD
3 years ago
We were on a trip to Utah. One and half hours into to trip our leaf spring on our fifth wheel broke. The owner drove about an hour and a half to Fresno and back, 3 hours total to get the parts and then worked until 10:30 pm to get the job done. We are so grateful and owe him much than he charged,Service: Steering & suspension repairService: Steering & suspension repair

  Todd Rodgers
3 years ago
My son's van broke down on Highway 41 in early September, and he had it towed to Midway. Mauricio said he had to send parts out to be repaired, and that it would take a few weeks. It has now been almost 2 months, and he still has the van, and he has come up with health excuses as to why it is not done. He has not provided communication on timing, its always "next week". We live 200 miles away, so it has been difficult. This place is a SCAM!!Service: Engine repair

  Analie Hazelton
4 years ago
I broke down in Kettleman City in the parking lot of Mobil gas station in a really bad spot to get towed. One of the mechanics from Midway auto drove right over to help me. He tried every trick in the book to help get the car into gear, working for over an hour. He then was very honest that I should take it to the Ford dealership because it seemed to be a problem with the cars internal computer system and ford would be the only o es who can do it. He also stayed to helped the tow driver move my car (which was not an easy thing to do) for another half hour. I just want to thank him and I m glad there are people like him in this world!

  John Cope
10 years ago
Our rental car had a blow out. We only had a small donut tire and 230 miles to San Francisco on a Sunday afternoon. They had a new tire and a used tire. Amir assisted us and put a great used tire on for us and got us back on our way. That was far better than what the rental car company could do for us at the time. Helped us get back on the highway and not have to drive at 50 mph on a donut spare all the way to SF. So grateful for them. Amir was a great guy. Only ones open too. (9-6 daily in case you may need them too.)

  Cathy Davis
3 years ago
We were in his parking lot 5 min before he opened...bout and hour later still not there..called finally got ahold of him he said he would be there in an hour..we waited 2 before having to call a mechanic in next town 15 miles away to come tow us to his shop. Now we hear this is normal operation for this midway auto...do not go there. It's a mess and the guy won't show up to help interstate 5 travelers needing help put here un the middle of farm fields nowhere...thank you Tom's auto repair in avenal...call him if you have any troubles at all ..he 8s a rockstar..came himself and towed us to his shop on his personal car dolly. Thank you so much !

  Jared Johnson
4 years ago
Had a flat tire and they were not much help! Not only did they sell me a tire with a hole in it also, but I had to mount it on the car myself! I couldn't even use their parking lot. Horrible service would not recommend, I had to stop here cuz it was the only repair shop near me! Didnt catch the name of the guy that helped me but he had tattoos and was kind of stocky the only other guy there was an older man who didnt seem interested in helping either

  Rodrigo Martinez
7 years ago
Amir was extremely helpful. Had a tire going flat and this was the only shop for miles around. Bought a replacement tire (very expensive but its supply and demand) he had us out in less than 10 minutes. So if anyone needs tires done in the area go see Amir.

  Parteek Kumar
5 years ago
While traveling to san diego my car was broke down, I was considering myself lucky that i found auto repair shop nearby, there met with Aamir and made us waited for 1 hour before looking at car and then disappeared, after while started inspecting my car and asked us to grab lunch nearby as it may take time, we happily had our lunch. We returned to shop and he told complete transmission is broken and need to be replaced it may take couple of days and in-mean time you can stay nearby hotel(as other also mentioned in review), i was in nowhere situation and decided to drive car back home he said you can't go even 10 miles, but by god grace drove 180 miles with out any problem, it was just oil spill due to overheating. Horrible and rude guy.Avoid this shop.

  Mike Dale
5 years ago
Left rear runflat tire went out on journey from San Diego to SF just outside Buttonwillow so I pulled into Kettleman City. AAA mentioned Midway. Amir's roadside repair is the only game in town - good news but in my case VERY BAD news. Turns out both rear tires were badly worn. He called his 'tire guy" and that's when the screw job ensued. He quoted me two Sumitomo 275/30/19 tires for DOUBLE the going rate and they weren't even run flat. I was stuck. $600 and 4 hours later we were on the road again. He was smiling the entire time. Merry Christmas to him and his greedy associates. They will be judged by a Higher Authority. Ho Ho Ho.

  Leonardo Gonzalez
7 years ago
I stopped for gas and my starter burnt out. I came here because it was close and Amir was still there way after hours. I had to wait a day for the new starter to come in and I watched Amir help plenty of other customers. He could have charged people for a new radiator when all they needed was a thermostat but he was honest. He was very helpful and friendly. I couldn't ask for a better mechanic. Great job Amir!

  goldy goldy
7 years ago
Worst Mechanic, Gives wrong quotations to everyone, made false promises and then ask you to stay in nearby HOTEL, we have to visit when my car breakdown in midway and there were no other option available due to Sunday.I found couple of more guys who were facing same problem(Fake promise, no mechanic and asked him to stay hotel behind his shop, one guy even had to stay two days).Highly un-professional, I wish i could give him negative stars :(

  Tiffany Sarkisian
6 years ago
We were towing our travel trailer and began hearing odd noises in Kettleman City. Midway staff handled it quickly and inexpensively. Highly recommend these quality mechanics. Trustworthy!

  Matt Burger
4 years ago
Had a rod pop off the bottom of the vehicle at Kettlemen City and found the part. They put the car on the lift and reattached it for only $45! Kind and courteous the whole time. Took less than 20 minutes

  Justin Youn
2 years ago
Came here at 9 AM, it was still closed despite having a 9 AM open time, called the mechanic and he didn t pick up. We waited an hour and he finally picked up and said that he can come in by 11, which he never did. We ended up going to a different mechanic in Avenal. Don t expect this guy to be there when they open

  Enrique Rios
3 years ago
First of all where do i start i was coming down from Orange County to do a job in Oakley i had a flat tire in the middle of nowhere i drove my truck to Midway Auto Repair the Owner went out of his way to help me even let me use his personal truck to go find some wheels Words will never be enough to say Thank you for this god sent man he helped me without even knowing me. So from the bottom of my heart thank you.

  Brooke P
5 years ago
We were on a road trip from Laguna Beach to Seattle and we had a hose from our coolant tank to the reservoir had a big hole in it. We were in a time crunch but Juan helped us out quickly, efficiently and professionally. We are so lucky we found them and i m so glad that it all god fixed. GO THERE! I PROMISE YOU WILL BE HAPPY!

  Ray Thompson
4 years ago
Juan saved my butt repairing a burst radiator hose. I was traveling from San Diego to the East Bay and was able to make it the rest of my trip in the 103 degree weather. Thanks man!

  Brian
6 years ago
Had an issue with the skid plate on my way up to northern California. Pulled off the road and these guys happened to be open. Spent some time under the car finding a solution and had me on my way. Thank you!

  Josh Agah
7 years ago
What a joke. The owner is a jerk. Had a flat on our truck worker said limp it to the shop and he would fix it right way...... Owner said he did not have time. What a waste of 2 hours by that time road service had all ready come and gone. Don't trust this guy prays on people miss Fortune

  Gr�goire
6 years ago
We had a pretty bad door issue on our way to Sequoia National Park. We stopped by this auto repair and a very friendly guy fixes it quickly for a few $. Thanks again!

  Todd Wiersum CPA, CFP
7 years ago
Called for tow truck...."be there in 40 minutes". Never showed up. Waited two hours before i got a different compant to help! Dirtus Bagus Maximus

  Danniel Ybarra
3 years ago
I called for a tow and they were fast and took me home for a reasonable cost. Definitely recommend them.

  Steve V
2 years ago
Generously helped my daughter get her friends car running after breaking down at a nearby gas station.Service: General repairs & maintenanceService: General repairs & maintenance

  charles porter
3 years ago
The mechanic was very nice, and honest. I know a few mechanics and none of them work as hard as this one.

  Heming Luan
8 years ago
This is the only place we can find open on Saturday, after we experienced an accident. The suggestion he provided is wise and the price is very reasonable.

  Francisco Zealalnd
4 years ago
DON'T GO THERE IF YOU EVER BRAKE DOWN, THEY TAKE ADVANTAGE OF PEOPLE IN DISTRESS,WANNA CHARGE ME 500.00 FOR A ALTERNATOR THAT COST 190.00 TAKE YOUR CAR SOME WHERE ELSE ,HAVE IT TOW TO THE DEALERSHIPS