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Servicing Santa Barbara, Goleta & Montecito
Voted 3 Times 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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2015 Chevrolet Tahoe
Mileage34,511Service Date10/14/2025Services Performed- Perform visual inspection and smog test
- State Issued Smog Certificate
- State fee for electronic submission of smog inspection results.
Trisha S. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/8/2025 -
2006 BMW 325i
Mileage107,884Service Date11/4/2025Services 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 engine air filter.
- Replace cabin filter element. Reassemble filter housing and access panels.
- Removed turn signal from right front headlight assembly. Found bulb is good and bulb adapter is good to. Inspected headlight housing and found connectors to bulb adapter are burned out. Recommend replacement of headlight to correct issue.
- Removed front bumper cover and front radiator cover. Disconnected wiring to headlight housing. Removed headlight assembly from vehicle. Transferred bulb adapter to new headlight assembly. Connected wiring and tested light functions, OK. Reinstalled radiator cover and front bumper assembly.
Bill D. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/5/2025 -
2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen
Mileage46,014Service Date10/31/2025Services Performed- Scanned vehicle for trouble codes, no codes present. Vehicle software up to date. Performed hard reset of the navigation system by removing the systems fuse. Issue is still present. Recommend a new Navigation system.
- Remove dash and trim pieces to access radio unit. Remove mounting hardware and remove radio assembly from dash. Connect wiring to replacement unit and install using original mounting hardware. Reinstall trim pieces and panels. Connect to radio via scan tool to activate unit and transfer adaptations from original unit. Test radio and display functions. Screen is still flashing when system powers up. Recommend information electronic control module is replaced.
- Removed glove box, dash trim, and center console components to access and replace control module with new unit. Connected scan tool to activate new unit and found it is a theft related part and must be remote programmed. Reinstalled glove box and trim pieces.
- Remote Calibration of new IEC Module.
- Raised vehicle. Removed timing belt cover. Removed vibration damper. Turned crankshaft until camshaft belt gear reached top dead center. Secured camshaft hub with diesel injection pump locking pin. Loosened crankshaft holder in camshaft sprocket. secured crankshaft with crankshaft lock. Secured hub on high pressure pump with locking pin. Loosened nut for the high pressure pump belt sprocket. Turned tensioner and secured with lock. Insured all markings for pulleys were aligned to spec. Removed and replaced timing belt. Secured tensioners and confirmed timing is set to spec. Removed locking pins. Reinstalled damper and belt cover. Test drove vehicle. Vehicle in normal operating condition.
- Raised vehicle. Drained cooling system. Removed timing belt cover. Removed vibration damper. Turned crankshaft until camshaft belt gear reached top dead center. Secured camshaft hub with diesel injection pump locking pin. Loosened crankshaft holder in camshaft sprocket. secured crankshaft with crankshaft lock. Secured hub on high pressure pump with locking pin. Loosened nut for the high pressure pump belt sprocket. Turned tensioner and secured with lock. Insured all markings for pulleys were aligned to spec. Removed timing belt. Removed and replaced water pump assembly. Reinstalled new timing belt. Secured tensioners and removed all locking pins. Reinstalled timing covers. Vacuum filled cooling system. Test drove vehicle and allowed it to reach operating temp. Rechecked for leaks. Vehicle is in normal operating condition.
Patrick F. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/2/2025 -
2018 Dodge Grand Caravan
Mileage103,197Service Date10/23/2025Services 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.
- Inspected vehicle for error codes. Found code P0441 (Evaporative Emissions Purge Valve Flow) stored in ECU. Tested purge valve response with scan tool and found valve responding, but fuel tank pressure reading not changing. Removed engine covers and splash shields to inspect purge valve lines and components. Fuel tank and connections appear normal. Found purge valve hose to intake manifold is not in correct position, causing lack of vacuum from intake when valve is opened. Reconnected line and secured to fitting. Cleared error codes and retested system. Fuel tank pressure now changing normally. Recommend monitoring for any return of engine light.
- Found all tire pressures out of spec. Reset pressures to correct specs and then relearned pressures for TPMS system. All tires reading properly and light is no longer on at this time.
Chris O. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/24/2025 -
2004 Lexus IS 300
Mileage104,412Service Date10/14/2025Services 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.
Larry S. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/14/2025 -
2019 Acura MDX
Mileage81,470Service Date10/3/2025Services Performed- No warning lights present when vehicle arrived. Checked vehicle for stored error codes. Found 16 stored across multiple control modules. Most codes are for low voltage or lost communication with other modules. ECU module has codes for throttle body actuator as well. Test drove vehicle before and after service, no issues present and no warning lights returned. Checked vehicle battery during service. Battery passed load test, but appears to be original unit. Recommend replacement of battery and rechecking system. Removed intake piping and filter housing to access battery. Removed battery from tray and housing. Cleaned cable ends. Installed new battery and connected wiring. Reinstalled intake and filter components. Cleared error codes and test drove vehicle multiple times. No warning lights returned. Rescanned vehicle, no error codes stored nor pending.
- 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 cabin filter element. Reassemble filter housing and access panel.
- 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.
- Replace wiper blades on vehicle.
- Removed tires and rotated.
GEOFF B. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/6/2025
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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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