Santa Rosa Hydramatic

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  Joe Rodriguez
7 months ago
These guys are pretty cool. The knowledge they have about transmissions. Helpful, and honest. They show you the old parts that are worn and or broken. They take their time to explain what goes on in the transmission. And also help you to keep the price low as possible. One guy who works there has currently working there for 27 years. Such commitment. They work on all kinds of different transmissions from Hydramatic to the new ones today. They work on transmissions from old vehicles.

  Donald E. Lawson
9 months ago
Just getting around to writing this review work was done over a year ago.Took my truck in for a transmission service cost approximately $330 okay fine if its done right. Afterwards it started showing leakage on my garage floor, and shifting incorrectly, so took it back and they said it was overfilled. So they did not drain and refill to proper levels instead decided to go from underneath the truck in the parking lot and syringe it out or siphon it (I guess) from underneath the vehice,well okay I guess, this took over an hour. But assured me it was better now and sent me on my way. It was never right from then on and was still shifting funny. I chose to take it elsewhere to have it looked at. New guy was able to drain it properly and correctly top it off however was not a transmission repair/diagnostic so recommended a shop in town. The leaking stopped but my transmission was still loose and no makes a clunky noise when I shift. I have yet to take to where I was recommended but I will. The team at SRH was nice enough but I am not happy with how my truck is now. For obvious reasons.will not return.

  Brandon Warren
a year ago
Great transmission specialty shop, they are always packed for a reason! Great expertise, transparency, family owned and more than fair rates.Took my 2004 Dodge Sprinter there where multiple other shops including Aamco wouldn't touch it. They got the job done perfect and worked with me on sourcing the new transmission and making sure it was running well before i drove it home. Very happy with the overall service and experience here, highly recommend, thank you Steve and Brendan!!

  Lorin Smith
3 years ago
Fastest turn around ever. Got my work truck up and back to work for me in a week. Flat. Just like that. Love these guys. Got my transmission completely replaced and a few extras thrown in on good faith. Just because my truck needed it and they already had her in there. Family owned and operated. Extremely friendly and competent, reasonably priced. I would recommend Santa Rosa Hydramatic to anyone who needs transmission work.

  macaulayman
a year ago
Sr hydrostatic is the place you take your car when very bad news looms over your car. They come highly recommended by several other shops and they will talk you thru the decision making process.

  Danica Spero
2 months ago
They were very helpful with getting us back on the road

  Linda
12 years ago
Very personable and helpful, saved me money! Steve took great care to only do the work necessary rather than jumping to the conclusion that I needed a new transmission. He did a great job of explaining things, too. I saved $700 over what was quoted to me by another shop. As a female who could have been vulnerable to a ripoff, I really appreciate all of this and highly recommend him!

  Brian Mac
3 years ago
Thank you for the amazing service!I live in Oregon, while my Niece and her husband were borrowing my truck for a camping trip the transmission failed. They were in another state very far from home. One of the scenarios everyone dreads, my car is out of state broken and needs major repairs. Not to worry if you are in the Santa Rosa area! Santa Rosa Hydramatic to the rescue! Great communication and great service. They went out of their way to get the truck fixed and back on the road. Saving me from a 700 mile tow bill to get the truck home.Service: Transmission

  Paul Thompson
9 years ago
These guys are the best, I have sent my suburban, van, old school 64 Lincoln convertible in for repairs. Always polite, the prices are always the best around. Steve and his crew are highly recommended be myself and my team here at Low Voltage Security Inc.

  Sonia Saladino
11 months ago
Friendly staff, honest and helpful! I would recommend Santa Rosa Hydromatic to anyone who needs anything done to their transmission.

  Crystal S. Rose
a year ago
The best. They certainly went up & beyond what I would imagined from any business. The owner & both son's are truly good people with heart. I urge our community to support this family business.

  jason allen
a year ago
reversed from my driveway,& put in drive, nothing happened. looked up to see 5 quarts trans/fluid on the ground.called extreme towing that hydra-magic suggested. expected the worst. I was planning on leaving the vehicle, but steve suggested I wait while they check it out,it might be " something minor". I hadn't"t made an appointment. soon I was told i'll be able to drive it home shortly. a hose had come loose. the work was many hundreds less than I anticipated.the moment I met steve I knew he was a good soul. pls excuse the long story, but this shop is outstanding. j. a.Service: Transmission

  A Schluter
2 years ago
Had my truck transmission service done here. Reasonably priced, and was finished on time. Only down side is there's hardly any parking and very busy streets. Didn't like that my truck was parked half on the busy street and half on the sidewalk when the service was complete with the windows down.

  James Casciani
4 months ago
The team saved my truck with a rebuild of the F350 trans

  Tyler Mannion
14 years ago
I was recently referred to this shop by a friend. I had a few questions about a leak on my wife's Dodge Caravan. I didn't get his name, but the gentleman who answered was extremely helpful. I was planning on doing the leak repair myself and he answered all my questions. He even made a few suggestions as to how to make the repair and achieve the best results. I followed his advice and the repair is perfect. No more leak and boy am I happy bout that. If I ever need a repair that's beyond my capability, this is a place I'd feel confident about taking my vehicle. Not only are they knowledgeable, but also very courteous and helpful even when it doesn't involve getting paid for their expertise. THANK YOU!!!!

  Lincoln Miller
5 years ago
Honest, knowledgeable, and very fair family-run business.We worked through a series of very difficult issues with a hard-to-find manual transmission. Steve Senior, Steve Jr, Brendan and TJ all helped us work through a number of issues on this older VW. The whole team was always pleasant, helpful, informative, and honest about what was happening and what they were finding. I highly recommend SR Hydramatic!

  John Leach
8 years ago
Now this is a real transmission shop. It reminds me of shops from San Francisco where I grew up. They work on all kinds of transmissions, and if they don't have what you need they will find it for you. I needed to borrow a tool, and I was told Steve was the man to talk to. He did find the tool its only a little plunger tool to align your clutch in the center of the flywheel, and pressure plate so your transslips in less chances of wrecking your new clutch.He found the tool no charge I did leave him a copy of my drivers license so if I didn t come back he would remember me. I took it home it took me about an hour to do my job, and i returned it.As far as good people you can trust. they are a small shop and parking is little but these guys will make sure if you bring it in. You will leave happy.Thanks again Steve,John Leach

  Margaret Panely
11 years ago
I wanted to take a moment to let everyone in Santa Rosa know how happy I was to have found Santa Rosa Hydramatic when I recently had some problems with my Ford Explorer. I had been having trouble putting the truck in reverse and after taking it to some other transmission shops in Santa Rosa who told me I'd probably need a new transmission, Steve did some really thorough diagnostics and found that the actual problem was a rather inexpensive one to fix and I was back on the road in no time. I can not recommend this transmission shop highly enough.

  James Bedford
a year ago
Worst placeI dont know if I m the wrong skin tone or what but this place has the worst service. I ve had my tbss transmission build 5x by these guys and it s breaks again for the 6th time and still under warranty but I refuse to return. Too make things even worse they built my transmission in my 96 and now I m having issues with that transmission. Learn from my nightmare DO NOT GO HEREService: Transmission

  David Gray
11 years ago
When you own a car that's 56 years old, you find it harder to locate someone who knows what and how to fix and have it done right the first time. This company was a good find. Although my car was in one of the work bays for over seven weeks, after all parts were located, things went smoothly. I was shown what was wrong with my transmission, finding out that the work done years ago by another shop was wrong, and not fixed properly. My transmission runs great now, with no problems. I was also asked to return in a few months so that it can be checked out. I also found that a dozen donuts will help with better treatment! Thank you Santa Rosa Hydramatic.

  Ryan Browning
9 years ago
I broke down near Santa Rosa Hydra-Matic on a Sunday. I was out of town for a Dr. visit and didn't know what to do or even what shop to have my rig towed to. Steve and his family happen to be cleaning the building for upcoming painters. He gave me a fuel filter and I installed it on my truck. That didn't fix the problem, so he figured it was the fuel pump. He was right. Steve arranged to have one of his mechanics come in and perform the labor on Sunday night. He also tracked down a fuel pump late Sunday afternoon, and even drove across Santa Rosa to pick it up. We pushed my truck into his shop off the street and his mechanic went to work. Then he loaned me a rig to take to the motel. Monday morning at 8:00 am he called me and my truck was fixed, and I was able to make all my appointments. The charge was also fair, especially considering the immediate response on a Sunday. I couldn't believe it. If you break down in Santa Rosa, call Hydra-Matic.

  David Maxwell
11 years ago
Can't find a better shop North of the bay. I encountered a transmission problem on a return trip from Texas, and called Steve from Tucson on a Sunday night anticipating a Monday response. Five minutes later he called back and talked me through my problem. I've had two Jaguars serviced by SRH, and both times were a pleasure. I recommend this shop, highly.

  Bill B.
10 years ago
Steve and Brad make you feel like your car is the only car that matters. Quick, honest, and extremely fair cost. SRH takes all the steps possible to assure that you leave the shop better off than when you arrived.

  Glenn Walker
11 years ago
I have had one of the best automotive repair experiences, working with Santa Rosa Hydramatic. I have an older Saturn and most folks would probably tell me that fixing it is not worth the money, but at Santa Rosa Hydramatic, they performed the full diagnostic and gave me the straight info so I could make the decision. Dr. Brad sure knows his Saturns. All this with the pink building and Jerry peeking over the billboard. Who could ask for more?Thanks again!

  Chris Hillerman
5 years ago
Very helpful and knowledgeable. Great work. I had trouble with my breaks. I stopped by and asked them for help, and they were very helpful to fix my breaks and check all four corners to make sure car was road safe.Thank you guys I appreciate it.

  Brandon S
7 years ago
They were able to quickly service my transmission and differential. The quote I got from the dealership was more than double what they charge at Santa Rosa Hydromatic. I highly recommend them.

  Jaizaah Muehl
2 years ago
These guys are awesome. Knowledgeable, professional, courteous,patient, loyal. Man the list goes on. if your car, truck, bus, aircraft, ship, locomotive, needs repair, maintainence, or just to be checked out, or you need a prompt, proper, complete fix, go here. no bs comes from this business. true honest mechanics.

  Willow Bowen
a year ago
I had some concerns about my transmission and they were super helpful and kind

  Chip Smith
6 years ago
If you have any kind of issue with your transmission, this is the place to go. They will not steer you wrong. They helped us and saved us HUNDREDS of dollars the first time we went and literally THOUSANDS when we had another problem. If you want the straight skinny, go other places first if you must, but then go here for the real deal.

  Scott Strieter
5 years ago
Steve and Steve junior are always looking out for you. They have great service and technicians. I always go there to get my transmission fluid changed and my transmission done. I always recommend them to everyone