Malibu Auto Repair

I am not sure how this place does it, they provide great service, they did it quickly, and at a great rate. It is so rare to find a place that is the best on quality, price, and speed. I hope to never need body work again, but if I need do, I will 100% go back to Malibu.

When I lived in St Lawrence County for a few years, I got spoiled with $ 42/​hr labor rates. Malibu isn’t that rock-​bottom, but the quality of their work is superlative, and I don’t have to spend my days in Ogdensburg in exchange for discounted services. I will also say that Malibu passes on significant savings to the customer.
The shop does excellent and rapid body work. They also wipe the floor with the Ford repair shop in Sunset Park, which is surly and unable to hold appointments. The Ford dealership on Glenwood Road is a better experience, but I’m not sure why I’d go there when Malibu will replace my air filters basically at cost.
I occasionally have fun changing my lights out or doing other modest work. Knowing how to do the simplest stuff makes you an Einstein among men if you live in brownstone Brooklyn, and now my 4-​year-​old knows how to change tail lights and brake lights.
But honestly, I’d really rather take the kid to Stewart Playground and let Malibu perform high-​quality, at-​cost service and repairs.

Amazing shop, amazing service! They’ve been working on my family’s cars for years and when I near totaled my front, I knew where to go.
Gene and his crew did an amazing job and worked really hard to save me money every step of the way. I couldn’t believe the condition of my car after I picked it up, they went above and beyond for the meager price they charged. Would highly recommend them any day!

My car broke right on BQE and I was lucky to find this shop that was even open on Sunday! They are very efficient, professional and knowledgeable. It turned out my carburetor broke, they had a fast turnaround in ordering and replacing parts. Also since my inspection was about to expire they could take care of that as well. I think they have fair pricing. Many thanks to Arcadiy and Gene. I would highly recommend this place and will def be back.

Had a dent taken out of car 11÷6÷2015 and the car now looks great. This is a no hassle and easy to deal with repair shop.

This is a second review of Malibu Auto Repair.
The air conditioning system in my older car had been failing to work for a couple of years and as I drove last week in a cold weather with heat on, all of a sudden, the engine started making strange noises, losing RPM at regular intervals every few seconds when idling, and eventually, white smoke started coming out of the right side of the hood and the cabin filled with that smoke via vents — a scary and unpleasant experience…
I called a few experienced mechanics in my area who told me I either need a new car or else I am looking at spending $ 10,000 for a repair. Then, I called Malibu and explained everything to Arkady. Right away — he said «Your A/​C compressor is seizing and this causes a lot of friction which, in turn, causes smoke.» Then I asked him: «Should I have my car towed to you?» to which he responded: «You can try driving — just make sure you have enough anti-​freeze and your heating or A/​C is off while you’re driving.» I listened and drove my car 18 miles to Malibu, fortunately, without any major adventures. There I left it for complete diagnostics and repair.
The major repair took 1 day, and my climate control system is better than it was when the car was brand new. On top of the brand new A/​C compressor, fixed climate control system and steering pump, I had a timing chain cover, gaskets, water pump, radiator, fuel and oil filters replaced — all for a price of just around $ 1,300 — something that other car shops in New York City quoted $ 4k — $ 10k to do. That speaks volumes about Malibu’s honesty and trustworthiness, aside from the highest quality work!
Once again, my car feels like new and I look forward to driving it for another 60k miles. I will definitely visit Malibu again for any repair/​maintenance need and I highly recommend you to take your car there. These mechanics are very affordable, knowledgeable, caring and friendly.

Very nice people and very professional service. I needed someone to replace a burned light on the back of my car, and at the same time I needed oil change. Very basic service, but from my experience with places like this, even the most basic things can turn into a long and expensive repair.
When I entered I told them clearly what I need, and that if there will be any extras, I would like to know in advanced. Arcady told me not to worry, since my car is relatively new, and that they will replace the light bulb, and oil change, and if there will be any kind of extras, they will tell me.
It took them 45 minutes. They did the oil change, and they replaced the burned light bulb. I am happy with the service, and with the price. And I can say that I will use them again, since they seem like very honest people.

Took my car to Malibu to get rid of some nasty hit-​and-​run scratches and dents — both left doors and rear side bumper. Val took care of everything, helped with insurance claim and replacement rental, and of course repair. Did a top-​notch job, and it only took them 3 days. They even cleaned my car inside, no charge. Considering how dirty it was after a couple of years of driving with kids in the back seat this was a great bonus.
I would recommend this shop to anyone for all their car repair needs.

Not good at diagnostic work. Had a check engine light problem, after changing speed sensor and throttle body, light still came on.
Nice guys, great at easy repairs and from what I see body work, for diagnostic work, Malibu isn’t the place to go

I was referred to this shop after my car was hit in a parking lot. I went to two other shops before and finally brought it here and got a quote that as one third of what the other places were asking. Gene made me feel very comfortable leaving the car there and promised to have it done in 3 days. In 2.5 days it was done! I showed up and my car looked like I just drove it off the lot. They did a FANTASTIC job. Great quality; Honest and kind ownership! Hopefully I don’t need to be at a repair shop again, but if i do, without question Malibu Auto Repair is my new go to place.

Gr8t place, The only honest mechanic in brooklyn

If I could give 10 stars I would. Someone hit my car in the middle of the night while it was parked. I woke up the next morning to find it crashed. I took it to Malibu and they did an amazing job! Only took a few days to do the work and my car came out looking brand new. It looked like I had just taken it off the lot. The owner Gene was helpful, friendly, and honest. Thank you for the great work and although I don’t wish too, I will definitely be coming back in the future.

Honest, trustworthy, ethical, reliable… oh and did I mention honest? I became a Malibu convert last year when I developed a hole in my radiator, took it to Bay Ridge Honda (had been going to them for 40,000 miles) and they came back with an estimate that totaled $ 4200. They were going to charge me $ 1200 for actual radiator job and told me I needed brakes immediately, and that I should have my 90−115k timing belt job done at 70k miles «just to be on the safe side». I filled it up with fluid and drove to Malibu. The new radiator AND new rear brakes was under $ 500. Since then I will only go to Malibu. They will be my now and forever mechanics. Fast, reliable and most importantly HONEST.

A huge garage with all kinds of cars.
I went there for oil change, and i was told it will take less than 45 minutes. I ended spending there 2 hours, since they needed to bring a special filter.
The thing with garage is that you never know when you are being told the truth, and when not. But they gave me the feeling that they are really being honest.
I will use their services again (Hopefully i won’t need to ;)

A few years later, and I can only continue to say great things about this place. I bought an older, used car off of a friend. They were very honest about what did and did not need to be done and rates are beyond fair (a Midas in Philly had recommend twice the amount of work, and Malibu’s owner let me know I didn’t need half of what I originally feared). They go above and beyond to help, provide advice, and never over charge.

I discovered Malibu on Unilocal last year when I moved to Brooklyn, and I have been back several times. They have provided basic service, State Inspection, replaced parts, and most recently performed body work.
On each and every occasion the workmanship has been first rate; their price has been more than fair, and their delivery time has always been quicker than promised.
Most recently, Malibu repaired body damage, work that was not simple. They finished the work with expertise and the car looked beautiful. Most surprisingly they turned it all around in one day!
I highly recommend Malibu for your auto repair needs, whatever they may be, This is a local independent business that serves a broad community and should be supported.
John A.
Park Slope

I have been to Malibu twice already. The first time I had a dented front fender needed it pulled out and painted. I stumbled upon Malibu and took it in a week after finding it. The repair took only 2 days! Not only did it look amazing, but it was only $ 500. Other places had told me it was going to be over $ 1,000 and geico estimated the damage to be around $ 800.
The second time I had a cracked front bumper and needed it to be replaced and wanted my back bumper to be touched up for scratches and a small dent. All together it came out to be $ 800.
This place is an honest business and I would recommend it to anyone looking for cheap and awesome service. The guys there are super nice and get the work done fast and quality. This is my go to place and I loved doing business with them! They’re amazing !

I had a hole in my tire and drove it down to Malibu on a Saturday afternoon. They were clearly busy with other things but made time to take a look at my car and fixed it within the hour. I was curious about how tires are fixed and they let me watch. On top of that, the kind mechanic even talked me through the whole process!
Honest and professional work. These guys are great!

Very nice people.
I told them that I’m running late to a meeting, and they put me first in line, and changed my breaks within 45 minutes.
They have a big place, and it seem like they have professional staff.
I checked online, and the price was average like recommended online.
Have a nice day everybody …

This is a really honest and fast repair shop on Coney Island Ave.
My car was having trouble starting, and when I had it in a different mechanic a few weeks ago, was told it was a flywheel problem and a very expensive and labor heavy fix.
It turns out that the starter motor was just a little loose and the bolts were threaded. I don’t know how that escaped the other, also highly reviewed, mechanic.
At any rate, I’ll come back in 3000 miles for an oil change.