Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Reviews
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Mitchell Davis
a year ago
So happy I found this place. Each interaction I had with the staff was very pleasant. They worked on my car and diagnosed the issue within a few hours. They ordered the parts I needed and had my car back to me the next day.The cost of the repair was way less than I was expecting.I will be referring all of my friends and family to them.It is so rare that you find a quality place like this.Services: Tires, Auto engine diagnostic, Engine repair, Auto maintenance
Chris Wilson
a year ago
I was referred to hear by my sister s fianc�. They have been using him for over 20 years. Terry and his team are the best. They are fast, knowledgeable, fair, considerate, and just all around great people. Last time I brought it in they probably spent 2-3 hours diagnosing a small issue I wanted to get fixed. Found a small leak sealed it and refused to charge me for labor! I literally tried to insist because I expected a decent bill for the time put in but they just smiled and told if I had any issues to bring it back. It s not the first time this has happened either.They will do right by you and do a good job at a very fair price. I m just very appreciative I have a mechanic I trust so much. Also, their dog is amazing. I almost wish they had a waiting area so I could hang out with it for longer.
Jim Caldwell
a year ago
It so so good trusting your mechanic. For 20+ years, I have been dropping vehicles off to Terry and crew without questioning his advice. And picking them up repaired at a beyond fair cost.Several times when I'm out of SF and get a quote, I'll wait until I get back to Show Place and always Terry under quotes the repair and adds a needed service still far below his competitors appraisal.Just a great guy and crew. Always working hard and honest!
Maddy Dwyer
a year ago
I just took my car here to replace a radiator and a few other issues, and everyone I interacted with was great; honest, kind, patient, knowledgeable. They found issues that other places had missed on a recent check-up and charged me more fairly than past shops have. I will definitely bring my car back here for any future repairs/inspections! Really nice dog too!
William Bill Owen
2 years ago
My 25-year-old sedan experienced a few minor mechanical problems after its first lengthy post-pandemic road trip. When I returned to SF, I discovered that my long-time auto mechanic had closed his shop after 50 years in business.I did extensive research on multiple auto repair garages, using this rating service on Google Maps, Bay Area Consumer Checkbook, Yelp, NextDoor, and BBB. I found that Showplace Motor Works was one of the few shops that had no negative write-ups.So far, I have been very pleased with the honesty, thorough explanation, and price of the service I received from Terry and his team at Showplace Motor Works. I hope to remain a loyal customer.
Michael Scholl
3 years ago
STRAIGHT FROM THE BEST GOOGLE GUIDE IN SAN FRANCISCO. IF YOUR CAR NEEDS TO BE FIXED THIS IS THE PLACE TO TAKE IT. READ THIS..... SHOWPLACE MOTOR WORKS IS THE BEST HERE'S WHY: THEY WERE honest, nice, understanding of my situation, they waited for me to drop off a car that I had bought at a auto return auction (joy ride, bad business, very bad.). They told me basically in 5 minutes what the auction lied about and that was that first said it started and it didn't do that. Second they said it runs. This car was frozen and the auction knew it (bad business) they didn't say anything until I signed the paperwork and then was taken to go get it. They handed me the key and ran away literally. So I had it towed to these gentleman at SHOWPLACE MOTOR WORKS and I they told me that the car's engine was frozen and would need to be rebuilt costing me thousand of dollars. I thank them for being honest and straight from the gate unlike Auto return car auction. THANK YOU SHOWPLACE MOTOR WORKS YOUR THE BEST THAT I'VE EVER ENCOUNTERED NO WONDER THESE GUYS HAVE BEEN IN BUSINESSES FOR A LITTLE OVER 30 YEARS. YES I RECOMMEND THEM FOR ANYTHING THAT HAS TO DO WITH YOU VEHICLE TAKE IT TO 715 BRANNON, VERY NICE, VERY CARING FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS WITH THE BEST PLAYFUL DOG YOU'LL EVER PLAY WITH. I GUARANTEE YOU AND YOUR CAR WILL LEAVE SMILING..P. S. I donated the car to Kars for kids.
Lynne Rolland-Newburne
4 years ago
This place is awesome! Took my car in and had brakes installed the same day along with an oil change and it was half the price the dealer wanted to charge. They are so nice and their dog Bailey loves to play! If you need car repairs this is the place to go
Morgan Venable
5 years ago
Terry and Benny have worked on my family's various cars for over 30 years and two generations, and we've always been happy with their work -- pragmatic, effective, honest and reasonably priced. I'm still driving my '96 :)
Darc De
7 years ago
after recieving an estimated 3k of unexpected car repais (which they charged 250 to diagnose), i decided to get a second opinion from showcase motors.they were available right away, professional when i showed up and called me throughout the day with updates. long story short, they returned the car ahead of schedule, said it didnt actually need any repairs and didnt charge me.i obviously just met these guys today but i felt they were as honest, professional, communicative, fast, and competent as they come. i am super impressed and will be back. thank you terry, mike and all for the help and merry new year to you!
Michael Kloefkorn
12 years ago
Terry and Benny are the best. Fixed the problem w/in estimate & my budget. Honest and good mechanics (and business people) are hard too find. They were recommended by a friend and we have recommended to friends which may be the best endorsement I can give....
Jan-Felix Desroches
5 years ago
I ve been to ~6 garages in the city over the years, and Showplace is the best combo of good work, transparency and fair prices. Mike and Terry call if/when they find something, they re punctual, and friendly to boot. Don t bother looking anywhere else, come here - you won t regret it.
Julio A
5 months ago
Horrible at doing business with other businesses. Hope you read this and pay our company on your past due bill
Julie Brown
2 years ago
Thirty years we have been going to Showplace. It's the only garage we use in San Francisco. Owner operated, consistent and knows you. Can't beat that.
Katrina Harris
3 years ago
Always on point! Love these guys! Have taken care of all my vehicles. Will reccomend to anyone.
Mark MacNamara
6 years ago
Terry is the secret. He's extremely knowledgable, practical, and fair. That's why he's kept so many customers for so long.
John Gibbs
8 years ago
Super honest. Able to recommend an economical and safe strategy for repair. I'm a repeat customer.
Vivian Horvath
2 years ago
Best mechanic ive been to, super fair prices
Tegan R
2 years ago
The only mechanic shop I've trusted in 20 years.
Justin Simonsen
6 years ago
Friendly and helpful.Knowledgeable enough to not fix a symptom but resolve the root cause.
Joe Howarth
3 years ago
Excellent work and very nice people