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Oren's Automotive,
The Best of Santa Barbara Auto Repair!
If you’re looking for auto repair in Santa Barbara, CA, you’ve found us. Here at Oren's Automotive we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a Santa Barbara car service you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
Here at Oren's Automotive we understand what makes customer service truly outstanding. You will feel the difference exceptional customer care makes when you work with us. We know auto repair in Santa Barbara offers you lots of choices, and we aim to provide the kind of caring customer service that will bring you back.
Our professional automotive service offers you years of combined expertise from our well-trained technicians. We treat our auto repair professionals well because we value their skill and can-do attitude. We know our team sets us apart, saving you time and money, not to mention worry. Oren's Automotive is the best option in town!
About Oren's Automotive Santa Barbara, CA
For years Oren's Automotive has been there for the people of Santa Barbara, CA. We love what we do, and that basic fact fuels our business. We are dedicated to our customers, and that’s why they stick with us—the best auto repair Santa Barbara has to offer.
Our family of technicians and service staff sees their work here at Oren's Automotive as more than a job. It’s their vocation and livelihood. Each member of our team is invested in your satisfaction.
Oren's Automotive was founded on the basic idea that everyone deserves respect. It is our mission to treat each person that comes through our door with dignity and sensitivity. We believe this attention to detail has paid off by providing us with our loyal, friendly family of customers. That’s what makes Oren's Automotive the best car service in Santa Barbara, CA!
Are you ready to experience the best Santa Barbara, CA car service available? Please give us a call or make an appointment here.
The Absolute Best Car Service in Santa Barbara, CA
What sets Oren's Automotive apart from all of the others in Santa Barbara, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Santa Barbara, it’s all about earning loyalty and trust by doing our very best every day. We are determined to earn and keep your trust.
Talent: At Oren's Automotive, you can rest easy knowing that our highly-skilled, experienced auto service professionals are handling your car. Our technicians bring years of experience, skill, and education to the Santa Barbara auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in Santa Barbara, and we take the time to talk to you about what that means. We listen to you so we understand your needs and goals for your auto repair.
Recently Serviced Vehicles
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2016 Subaru Outback
Mileage66,130Service Date11/5/2024Services Performed- Includes: Change engine oil and filter. Check transmission fluid level and adjust as needed. Check coolant condition and pressure check system. Check brake fluid level and condition. Check power steering fluid level and condition. Check belts; coolant, fuel, and vacuum hoses for damage/degradation. Check antenna operation (if applicable). Lube all doors and latches. Tighten door brake fasteners. Lube hood hinges and latch. Check differential fluid level. Check axle boots, CV joints, and/or U-Joints for damage. Check wheel bearings for play. Check parking brake operation. Check for fluid leaks. Check interior and exterior lights. Check wiper and washer jet operation. Check tire wear and condition. Set tire pressures to specification. Vacuum cowl. Check intake and cabin air filters. Test drive vehicle.
John R. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/14/2024 -
2015 Mercedes-Benz C400
Mileage55,485Service Date10/30/2024Services Performed- Includes: Change engine oil and filter. Check transmission fluid level and adjust as needed. Check coolant condition and pressure check system. Check brake fluid level and condition. Check power steering fluid level and condition. Check belts; coolant, fuel, and vacuum hoses for damage/degradation. Check antenna operation (if applicable). Lube all doors and latches. Tighten door brake fasteners. Lube hood hinges and latch. Check differential fluid level. Check axle boots, CV joints, and/or U-Joints for damage. Check wheel bearings for play. Check parking brake operation. Check for fluid leaks. Check interior and exterior lights. Check wiper and washer jet operation. Check tire wear and condition. Set tire pressures to specification. Vacuum cowl. Check intake and cabin air filters. Test drive vehicle.
- Remove wheels from vehicle. Inspect brakes. Remove tires. Install new tires and valve stems(if required). Computer spin balance. Reinstall wheels to vehicle and torque lug nuts to manufacturer's specifications.
- State tire tax per tire.
- Tire disposal fee per tire.
- Replace engine air filter.
- Replace cabin filter element. Reassemble filter housing and access panels.
- Replace wiper blades on vehicle.
- Removed engine covers. Disconnected ignition wiring and removed coils. Removed spark plugs. Cleaned spark plug tubes of any debris or oil residue. Installed new spark plugs and torqued to spec. Reinstalled ignition coils and wiring. Test started vehicle. OK.
- Removed fob battery and replaced with new unit. Tested key fob functions, OK.
Michael S. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/1/2024 -
2022 Lexus UX 250h
Mileage31,206Service Date10/22/2024Services Performed- Remove wheel from vehicle. Inspect brakes. Remove tire. Install new tire and valve stem(if required). Computer spin balance. Reinstall wheel to vehicle and torque lug nuts to manufacturer's specifications.
- State tire tax per tire.
- Tire disposal fee per tire.
NANCY R. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/22/2024 -
2014 BMW X1
Mileage87,623Service Date9/23/2024Services Performed- Includes: Change engine oil and filter. Check transmission fluid level and adjust as needed. Check coolant condition and pressure check system. Check brake fluid level and condition. Check power steering fluid level and condition. Check belts; coolant, fuel, and vacuum hoses for damage/degradation. Check antenna operation (if applicable). Lube all doors and latches. Tighten door brake fasteners. Lube hood hinges and latch. Check differential fluid level. Check axle boots, CV joints, and/or U-Joints for damage. Check wheel bearings for play. Check parking brake operation. Check for fluid leaks. Check interior and exterior lights. Check wiper and washer jet operation. Check tire wear and condition. Set tire pressures to specification. Vacuum cowl. Check intake and cabin air filters. Test drive vehicle.
- Replace wiper blades on vehicle.
- Check coolant level and condition. Pressure test cooling system for leaks. Inspect hoses and cooling system components. Check operation of cooling fans. Found coolant level slightly low, but still present in reservoir. Pressure tested cooling system during service, no pressure loss present. With splash shields removed, checked for any signs of coolant buildup or residue. None visible at this time. Topped off coolant. Recommend monitoring vehicle for any return of low coolant warning.
- Replace engine air filter.
- Replace cabin filter element. Reassemble filter housing and access panels.
- Replace rear brake pads. Clean mounting surfaces. Replace wear sensor as required. Replace brake rotors. Lubricate caliper slides. Adjust parking brake mechanism. Road test vehicle.
- Check brake fluid for moisture and contamination. Inspect all hydraulic line and hoses. Inspect calipers and wheel cylinders. Inspect master cylinder and cap. Drain and refill entire brake system including master cylinder, calipers, wheel cylinders. Bleed system until clean fluid is seen.
- Removed engine covers and intake piping. Released belt tensioner and removed drive belt from engine. Inspected pulleys and engine accessories for any play, noise, or roughness. Routed new drive belt and released tensioner. Reinstalled intake piping and engine covers.
Cristina V. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/11/2024 -
2017 Jaguar F-Pace
Mileage94,695Service Date10/8/2024Services Performed- Test drove vehicle. Light was off during initial drive, but came on and then went off again. Scanned vehicle for error codes. Found no codes stored in SRS system other than a driver seat belt pretensioner code in history. Tested passenger seat sensor response. With person in seat, but not buckled, seat did not register being occupied. Once belt was attached, occupancy display showed person in seat and buckled. Unbuckled and passenger left seat, seat occupancy still showed seat was occupied with no one in it. Recommend passenger occupancy sensor to correct issue. Part on Order
- Confirmed light was not coming on. Removed cover and found headlight housing melted and light out of place. Recommend replacement of headlight housing to correct issue.
- Checked hatch operation. Found trim panel around striker is damaged and binding up at times. Recommend replacement of trunk trim piece to correct noise if it worsens.
- Includes: Change engine oil and filter. Check transmission fluid level and adjust as needed. Check coolant condition and pressure check system. Check brake fluid level and condition. Check power steering fluid level and condition. Check belts; coolant, fuel, and vacuum hoses for damage/degradation. Check antenna operation (if applicable). Lube all doors and latches. Tighten door brake fasteners. Lube hood hinges and latch. Check differential fluid level. Check axle boots, CV joints, and/or U-Joints for damage. Check wheel bearings for play. Check parking brake operation. Check for fluid leaks. Check interior and exterior lights. Check wiper and washer jet operation. Check tire wear and condition. Set tire pressures to specification. Vacuum cowl. Check intake and cabin air filters. Test drive vehicle.
John K. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/9/2024 -
2013 Toyota RAV4
Mileage154,687Service Date9/19/2024Services Performed- Confirmed customer concern. Scanned vehicle for error codes. Found code P1604 (Startability Malfunction) present. Cleared error codes and code returned during first start attempt. Checked live data while cranking engine. Engine RPM is present, an no error codes for cam/crank correlation present. Tested fuel pump and relays, OK. Checked ignition and found no spark present on any cylinders. Checked freeze frame data for error code and found engine immobilizer is on. Checked live data and found immobilizer is not deactivating when key is turned. Obtained second key from customer and tested. Original key is working properly, vehicle starts normally. Retried replacement key, and found vehicle would not start. Recommend using original key, and have an OEM replacement made if needed.
Rose B. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/7/2024
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Oren's Automotive
227 Gray Ave
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 965-6142
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Mon-Fri: 8am-5pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
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