Lang Motors

It’s nice to know that there are still businesses out there who try their hardest to give you exceptional service and honest answers, and Lang Motors is one of those places here in Santa Barbara. They are honest, timely, and so kind. I will always go to them for my car issues.

I purchased a Nissan Sentra from Lang way back in 1987. It served me well for 23 years… Lang provided me with an honest assessment of the car’s status and gave true and accurate reports of its condition. I’d recommend him highly to anyone.

Everyone believes his or her regular mechanic is the best.
But Lang Motors really is the best in SB.
In business 40 years, though rents have forced the husband/​wife team to lower rent areas, you always know you’re getting the truth about your car.
Today I went in for new low and high beams. I also got an oil change (synthetic only for the 2007 Saab).
I walked to Los Agaves for lunch and then cruised up for a car wash to the only SB wash I go.
Due entirely to the excellent work of the Milpas Community Association, Milpas is a pleasant though not affluent place to get your nails done by the terrific people at C and J, grab the best steak tostada in SB at Los Agaves, and then get a fast, high-​quality wash. (Montecito Vons receipts have coupons.)
I will weep when Lang Motors is no more (because the wonderful couple retires after decades of providing spectacular service to Santa Barbarans).

Honest, honest, honest!!! The only place I can recommend after several years of living in SB. Hardworking and very knowledgeable crew.

I was referred to Lang Motors because my Honda Accord had an overheating problem after driving for 5 – 10 mins. They took a look at my vehicle — inspected and completed their diagnosis and told me that I had a blown head gasket. Gave me a rough estimate of the costs, so before I accepted I made sure I called other shops to get a rough estimate as well to see if his pricing were reasonable. Turned out the other places charged WAAAAAY more (& one place charged a lil more than he did) so I went back to Lang Motors and gave them the go. My car is still in good shape with 200k miles! My BF actually uses it as his commuter car and it’s still doing well. Definitely the place to go when you want to keep your vehicle in working condition.
Loved the service. It comes with smiles and very good intentions. Check them out yourself!

Came here for the first time because
1. I was in desperate need for an oil change (the light kept staring at me in the face… for a month)
2. my fan belt (I could be talking about the wrong part. I am not a mechanic.) was loose so it was making my car sound like a violent sprinkler every time I turned on the ignition or the air conditioner. It was quite embarrassing…
3. Meineke was booked all day today and tomorrow.
I have been SPOILED by cheap oil changes in the San Fernando Valley; the average price is about $ 20-​$ 30. When I found Meineke charging about $ 30 for their oil changes, I was elated… but then I soon discovered that it came with a price: my time. Although they’re cheap, oil changes at Meineke take about an hour (ridiculous, right?) so… I have to make sure that I have nothing to do for the rest of the day.
When I came to Lang Motors, I was stunned that it took about 40 minutes. I’m not even sure it took 40 minutes, it could’ve been less and I overestimated the time. The lady was extremely knowledgeable and took the time to explain everything to me… It made so much sense at the time, but now I’m as clueless as I was yesterday about cars. They even told me that my battery was a little weak and they informed me on what needed to be repaired soon versus what needed to get repaired eventually (ahem, every car shop I’ve ever been to.).
All in all, this place seems to be my new go-​to spot for my car. Very nice people and fast, but efficient service. And decent pricing.

As a pillar of automotive excellence since 1977, Lang Motors will not disappoint. I have been getting my car serviced here for years. He is honest and does the job in a timely manner. I even heard he fixes cars for other mechanics when the issue is too complex.
Friendly service, great price, and honest to what he says. Hard to find better. Highly recommend. All my cars remain running well.

I’ve been taking my vehicles to Lang for years. He has always been honest with fair pricing.