Sunset 76 Auto Repair & Tire Center

Great place for a smog check. Made a same day appointment and they took us right away. Done in 20 minutes. Nice, courteous guys there, too.

This place is awesome and they are quite honest. I stopped by here, maybe 5 or 6 months ago to get a tire leak patched. They explained that they couldn’t fix the leak because my tread was worn beyond the point they felt comfortable working on the tire so I trusted their judgement and replaced my two front tires. Fast forward a few months– found out I had a leak in one of those replaced tires that I had purchased. I went to have the leak repaired and they told me that the leak was in the wall therefore, they couldn’t patch it and I need a new tire :(one of their kind staff remembered me coming in before and said he would check to see what they can do for me. They wound up replacing it with a brand new tire and didn’t charge me a cent. Way to go guys!!! They made my day. Also was in and out in 30 minutes which is awesome but I hear an appointment is recommended. I will be back for future repairs and will refer all my neighborhood people!

Flat tire boooooo! These guys YAY!!! :)
Found a piece of metal in my tire, changed over to the donut, made my way to Noriega, they were able to take me in right away, 20 minutes later it was fixed and I was back on my way! Super helpful, quick, and not expensive ($ 20) … 5 stars! Big thanks!

They repaired my tire quickly, and overall, were very nice people. Some places do fix tires for free, but I was in a hurry and didn’t mind forking over a few bucks. Thanks fellas.

I was referred to Louie over here at the Sunset 76 by a couple of friends after I tried a «mobile mechanic» — nightmare story there. Guy wanted $ 500 to replace a sensor and all of my brakes after taking less than 5 minutes talking to me. Was weird and pushy. So I decided to hold off (still cost me $ 60 for the «diagnostic») and get a second opinion. Back to Sunset 76, the reason for this review.
I called in around the time they opened and asked when they could look at it. Louie told me to just bring it in when I had a chance and they’ll let me know what’s up with my car by lunchtime. Around 11 they call and tell me a pipe is messed up, and that’s why my check engine light was on. Estimated $ 140 all said and done to replace the pipe, parts and labor. I okayed it, and around 2 in the afternoon they called again to tell me it was done.
I paid the bill, got in my car, took a turn out the gas station, and I was immediately amazed that not only was the check engine light gone (the original issue), but my car accelerated more smoothly than it ever has! So much for the brakes needing replacement!
These guys have fair pricing (especially compared to «mobile mechanic» quacks), good communication, and fast turnaround. 5 stars all the way!

I’ve been a loyal customer to this place for over a year and a half. They have great service. The Vietnamese guy there, believe his name is Van, is very helpful and knowledgable.
However,
The other day I went to fix a flat tire. The guy who fixed it didn’t put the hubcap correctly, which caused it to fall and break after I drove away
I went to them to tell them about it, and they denied responsibility and accused me that it wasn’t there in the first place.
Not going there again.

Had a slow leak and called a few places that all recommended another shop on Geary. Called Geary and earliest they could fit me in was tomorrow at 2p. Called 76 and they got me in within 40 minutes! I was in and out in 10 minutes. Great, quick service!!!

Ever since my mechanic retired, I was not able to find another mechanic that I could fully trust… until I brought my car here to Sunset 76. Lou is fantastic, trustworthy, and honest. Not only that, their prices are low!

Absolutely fantastic service. I had a strange issue with my car and scheduled some specific basic maintenance to see if that would help. While removing the tires the mechanic noticed something odd and called me over. He explained what was going on and we ended up just rotating one tire for now to see what would happen over time. All told we spent about an hour of his time and he patiently explained everything. He then said no charge, since only one tire was changed.

Been going here for years. They do great work at prices a lot less expensive than dealer. Everyone I’ve talked to has been very friendly and helpful. I’ve gone in for tires, smog test, air conditioning repair, clutch replacement, oil change, tire repair, brakes etc and always find they do excellent work and DON’T try and sell you anything your car DOESN’T need. Honest. They work on all cars. I’ve had them repair my 97 VW, 2003 Mini Cooper S, 2010 Honda Civic Hybrid and my 95 Jeep Rangler with 25,000 original miles. You can’t go wrong with Sunset 76.

Reliable, flexible service at reasonable rates. Four star rating for the sole reason that I’ve had to go back to get things fixed, and the follow-​up isn’t always there (no call-​back to say the car is ready). With so many mediocre mechanics in the city, Louis and team are a find.

They say there aren’t any deals left in The City (San Francisco)… But they are wrong… I am stoked to have discovered this diamond in The Sunset! Plus, they are insanely fast.

My A/​C ran out just before a big trip. Called all the local SF repair shops and all of them were filled for a week or more. Found Sunset 76 and filled out their online forum, by the end of day they called back and got me in in less than two days.
I dropped my car off there and they finished an oil change and recharge in less than two hours instead of the all day affairs happening everywhere else in SF.
Location is close enough to a couple Sunset eateries as well, so use that as an excuse instead of waiting at the statoon!

The staff at Sunset 76 took the time to discuss the issues with me and saved me over $ 200 from what the dealership wanted to charge. Service was prompt and courteous, and my problem is resolved.

Smog check was ridiculously fast. Dropped the car off at 9am and it was ready in 15 minutes (might have been less). Used the Unilocal deal and everything was really efficient and hassle free.

Thank you Unilocal.Sunset 76 is a true gem for smog certification.
Came in around 8:30, was greeted by a very nice man who told me it would take fifteen minutes (just enough time to walk over to twisted donuts… hint hint wink wink).
Whilst at said twisted donuts I got a call from the shop saying my test was done and I passed… phew.
$ 45 bucks, great quick service… these guys are great!

Bought the Unilocal deal $ 25 for $ 30. Showed up on a Monday morning. In and out in less than 20 minutes. Total was $ 45 but with deal I saved $ 5.

Came here for a Smog Check.
Was told it would be $ 45 all-​in and done in 20 minutes.
It cost $ 45 and was ready in 15.
Would come again.

PREFACE: I experienced THREE issues with the shop in the only THREE times I’ve used their services. I am writing this review as a member of the outer sunset community, and I am appalled that this place in my neighborhood writes on their receipts, «serving the community with integrity». Bullshit.
1. I go here to get a simple oil change on my car about a year back. They tell me there’s a problem with my oil tank and it needs to be replaced, costing over $ 1K. Of course I did not decide to move forward. I went to my trusted shop in central CA, they say that it’s fine, there’s nothing wrong with my oil tank.
The experience left a bad taste in my mouth, but I thought I’d give them another chance some it’s near my home and it’s a local business.
2. I get another oil change and when I get back in, the sensor on my car still says «oil change required». Not the hugest deal, but they did not follow through with the job.
3. I take my car to get smogged since I’m in a time crunch and they never actually transfer the info to the DMV! So basically my car was not technically registered this year — a big issue if I get pulled over. Again, not following through with the job.
That was the last time I’m going here for anything. I am super hesitant to write this review and potentially affect a small business, but the service level I have received from this place in unacceptable. The owner seemed like a really nice guy too, which makes me feel horrible about this, but the employees not fully completing a task or taking advantage of customers will hurt the business.
Lesson learned: Go outside of the city to get your car worked on.

Went here because of good reviews. Ya right. Never coming back.
I got my brake pads changed now at a honda dealer, and they told me my brake pads were not honda.
2 years ago I came to this store and I remember it VERY WELL they told me to get a honda brake pad and I followed their suggestion. I have proof on my receipt! He even showed a honda brake pad to me but he put on another brand on my car. So they gave me wbr brake pads, and charged me for honda brake pads. The honda dealer showed me how much wbr brake pads cost-​only $ 24. They wrote down $ 76 for the brake pad for oem honda and charged me almost $ 150 total with labor. What a rip off.
Girls, stay away from this place if you don’t know anything about cars.