Dan’s Automotive Service

5 stars across the board. Top notch honest and friendly service. Dan helped me out with some battery issues and was an absolute pleasure to work with. It’s nice to have an automotive repair shop with integrity, hard to come by these days.
Highly recommended!

My Toyota was broken down 2 days ago, Dan’s is the closest auto repair shop to me, my car was dead once I arrived, they told me they are only fix German cars, but I was still get helped without any charge from them, even I was did not asking the name of two warmhearted guys, I just want to say Thank you guys, you’re helped me back to Pasadena, best wishes!

Bought a used car that dan had from a customer and It was as good as he represented that it was. Also he has done all the service needed and his prices are reasonable.

Dan’s automotive is pretty great. A couple years ago I bought a used Mercedes-​Benz and took it in to see what kind of shape it was in. He told me I made a bad choice. I was upset at myself for not doing better research on that model and year, and after they showed me why, I knew they were right.
Rod told me not to spend any money on my car because it would never be enough. It was a1989 190e 2.6 with a lot of problems. Rod said he didn’t feel good about taking my money for repairs, since that car would take many thousands of dollars to make it right. «When the time comes to buy another car, come talk and I will point you in the right direction». Less than two years later that car was worn out and I had to stop spending money on it.
I went to Rod and told him what I wanted. A 2000 or 2001 e320. He said that was a good model and year, but follow some guidelines and you will do well.
A California car, no more than two owner’s, low miles, no accidents, and paperwork showing the work that was done.
I followed this to the letter and found a nice car. I made sure that I could bring it back to the dealer if my mechanic didn’t like it, and I took it to Dan’s Auto. Rod was impressed with the car, and had a hard look for what it needed. He said it was in all around great shape! No problems at all.
With the work that I have had done, I found excellent work and great prices at Dan’s. I would recommend this place to anyone with a Mercedes-​Benz.

Dan’s is awesome! First, they’re AAA certified repair facility and one of the few local spots who are. I first went there because AAA gave me a insurance discount if I had them do a multi-​point inspection on a used car I was buying and the closest to me was Dan’s. Right away, I recognized how great they were. Very patient and informative, but they do great work and turn around the work very quickly. Second, they’re one of the few auto mech’s who actually show you the part they’ve replaced afterwards without being asked. Third and final, they’re prices are super competitive and they usually provide a quote free of charge… even if you decide to not get something done there.

The world’s best Mercedes mechanic.
My prediction is that Dan’s Automotive will never receive below 5 stars.
If you own a Mercedes, regardless of year /​model /​condition, you owe it to yourself (and your car) to visit this place.
Rod is one of the nicest and most honest guys I’ve ever met in the business. Always reliable, prompt, transparent, patient and kind (not condescending at all!) when educating you on mechanical issues. He will be honest about which items need servicing and which can wait (and for how long). During my most recent visit (to get my engine mounts replaced on an older, used Mercedes), I was there during lunch time — instead of recommending places to eat or telling me where to walk for food, he surprised me by ordering a full meal from Globe Deli (an awesome German deli I hadn’t known about), and brought me a Snapple to drink. And I didn’t even ask! Ha ha! Who does that? ROD, that’s who! (Note to self: write a review for Globe Deli and the awesome german potato salad I had.)
I also like the fact that this business has been in the family for decades, and passed down from Rod’s dad — several of the employees have worked at Dan’s automotive for decades, as well.
After going to Rod for the last two years, and experiencing his solid and friendly work, I have to say I might stick with only Mercedes’ vehicles for the rest of my life, just so that I can always turn to Rod and the guys at Dan’s Automotive for any maintenance /​repairs I need.
(Disclaimer: I can’t promise you you’ll get a free lunch like I did, but you’ll definitely walk away from your service feeling taken care of, and with a smile on your face.)

You can’t find a better experience up front and does not over charge. I will be taking all my cars to this place from now on.
Trustworthy

i have been a customer of Dans Auto for 30 years, they are the best and most reputable i have ever found for any make car!
i have referred several friends over the years and everyone has had great service
the owners name is Rod.
i feel they have been very honest with me

You can’t find a better experience. Rod (the owner… Dan was his dad) has taken care of our 2 cars for years, and he is honest, reliable, and prompt. He is so good, it is worth your drive to come and know you are being taken care of. He doesn’t over charge or inflate your needs. I will never take my mercedes anywhere else. NEVER.

Dan’s Automotive is just the best! Great service, so friendly, very efficient and willing to give me a ride to work while they work on my car. I would highly recommend! I even received a hand written thank you note in the mail — who does that anymore?

When I purchased my ’89 560sl, everyone told me I better have a good mechanic! Rod at Dan’s Mercedes is AWESOME! About once a year, something will act-​up, and all I have to do is take the car to Rod, he identifies the issue and fixes it quickly and reasonably. He’ll also let me know when something is ‘going’ to need fixing but isn’t an immediate must (ie. he doesn’t force repairs that aren’t necessary)…a total pleasure to work with in an industry where that is rare!

I am a repeat customer of Rod, who runs Dan’s. He’s professional, detailed and thoroughly trustworthy. There have been several instances when he has intervened in situations with the dealer, even turning down the opportunity to do the work himself. When he has done work for us, it was done on time, explained to us and on budget. I cannot recommend him highly enough. He’s a credit to his profession.

Great family-​owned business, trustworthy, good mechanics, reasonable prices. Rod is great!

I was told that these guys are the best in town and so far I agree. We took my friends 1984 Turbo Diesel in for a little tune up and we are happy with the results! Great customer service along with lots of MBZ knowledge.

I moved to Newport Beach one year ago from the Los Angeles area. After debating whether to drive back to L.A. for auto service — I am very picky with mechanics — I searched online for a good mechanic for my 1990s Mercedes Benz SL500. Dan’s Automotive was cited in a few posts as being in business for a long time and offering excellent service.
After a few oil changes and a couple of very urgently needed repairs, I can say with confidence that this is the BEST automotive service I have ever received. Frankly, I am surprised that Dan’s had no reviews on Unilocal.The owner not only serviced my vehicle promptly and well, he walked me through exactly what he had done, why he had done it, and possible problem areas to watch. He even saved the old parts to show me, without my asking. Wow.
I told him afterwards that this detailed analysis and wrap-​up conversation was something I had only rarely received from my doctor and never from my mechanic.
Furthermore, I feel that Dan’s is very fair in its pricing. I have heard horror stories about Fletcher Jones, if you venture in past warranty expiration. I am certain that I saved significant money on my repairs.
I very rarely write reviews of this kind, but felt that I have received such extraordinary service on more than one occasion that I decided to write this post. I am in no way affiliated with Dan’s Automotive Service.