Japanese Auto Repair in Santa Cruz, CA

A Friendly and Professional Auto Repair Shop

Our Commitment to Quality Auto Repair

At Cen Cal Automotive in Santa Cruz, CA, we are committed to providing quality Japanese auto repair services. We opened our doors in 2022 to provide our customers with an honest and affordable experience. We had always aspired to open a shop as we started to build a reputation doing work on the side, and now our dream has come true! Our team of experienced Honda master techs is equipped with over ten years of experience in repairs and maintenance for Honda and Acura vehicles. We specialize in all aspects of Japanese auto repair, from suspension and brakes to AC repair and diagnostics. We always aim to provide our customers with a friendly and professional experience. Experience the difference with us and visit our shop at 2335 Soquel Suite D Santa Cruz, CA 95065.

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A Personal and Honest Experience

We understand that it can be hard to find a good mechanic, so, at Cen Cal Automotive, we strive to ensure that our customers feel like they can trust us. We provide a more personal, honest, and affordable experience with each auto repair job. We want to get to know our customers and build lasting relationships. We are passionate about giving our customers the best service possible. We specialize in Honda and Acura services such as suspension, brakes, AC repair, and diagnostics, among many others. No matter what your Japanese automobile needs, we have the skills, technology, and knowledge to get it up and run and back out on the road. We offer a 24-month/24,000-mile warranty, so you can trust that our repairs will last. Personable customer service and trustworthy Japanese auto repair are what we aim for with every customer and vehicle in our bay.

What Our Customers Are Saying

Cen Cal is awesome! Honest good quality service. I just moved to Santa Cruz and was looking around for a good auto repair shop to fix my car window. I’m glad that I found Cen Cal, highly recommend.

My son took my Dodge Ram, with four young women, to Santa Cruz for a day on the beach. Just before dark, they piled in for the ride home. Alas…the truck would not start! After some trouble-shooting, we called AAA and towed the truck to Cen Cal Automotive. I called sometime after 9:00 p.m., on a Sunday night no less, and David graciously answered the phone, gave me the code to the gate, and allowed my son to drop off the truck. The following day, Cen Cal got started early, diagnosed the pro… Read More

We had a great experience at Cen Cal Automotive. The alternator went out on our 2003 GMC Silverado, and David was able to get an appointment set up quickly to get it fixed. Cen Cal provided a detailed estimate via text message, which I was able to approve online. They had the work done the same day. David also noticed and fixed an incorrect routing of one of the belts. We will be back the next time the truck needs service!

The guys at CEN-CAL did a great job getting my A/C repaired on my 2001 Toyota Sequoia. I’m cool as a cucumber now!! They did the job as expected, and at a fair price. These guys are legit!! I would definitely take my vehicle there again for any future repairs.

Shout-out! to Cen Cal Automotive for a job well done. Fast and easy to schedule an appt. and done in a timely manner. You get personalized attention and for those of us who don’t understand “car talk” they explain in detail. Keep up the great work!

Cen Cal was excellent. Scheduling was easy, mechanics have extensive experience at Honda dealership, and they’re affordable. Had my timing belt package done along with valve adjustment and spark plugs on my 2016 Pilot. Highly recommended.

2nd time here and very happy with their knowledge and service. This time I asked them to check out a used car I purchased for my daughter. Steven and Dave did a thorough job and found one issue the Honda dealer (not Ocean Honda) who sold us the car did not find or disclose. They also helped us get some window tinting done.

Got the A/C recharged and serve was great. Mechanics are like doctors some are better than others. These guys were A+ friendly and quick.

I’ve been looking for an honest, affordable, thorough, patient, and professional auto shop to have my 2001 Toyota 4Runner repaired & maintained for over 10 years. I FINALLY FOUND THEM!! I couldn’t ask for a cleaner shop, communicative & friendly owners, informative staff, and overall pleasant and comfortable experience. OH! They ALSO WORK on SATURDAYS! The list goes on…. Don’t waste ANY MORE TIME and money with corporate owned shops. These guys know how to work, know what they’re doing and… Read More

Found these guys online to do some A/C work. Went to the shop only to realize that the two mechanics who work here are actually the owners. They took care of me like an old friend. They are master mechanics from a big name dealer who started their own shop. Good guys. Highly recommend. Shop is clean and professional.

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Honda Master Techs

Cen Cal Automotive prides itself on being staffed by Honda Master Techs, ensuring expert care and precision for all Honda vehicles. With their extensive training and certification, the team at Cen Cal Automotive delivers top-notch service tailored specifically to Honda’s engineering standards.

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24-month/24,000-Mile Warranty

We are a Technet warranty shop and are pleased to offer a 24-month/24,000-Mile warranty on our services.

Specialize in Honda and Acura Auto Repair

Cen Cal Automotive specializes in Honda and Acura auto repairs, offering expert services tailored to these specific brands. With a deep understanding of Honda and Acura vehicles, their skilled technicians ensure precise diagnostics and top-quality repairs.

Service Tailored to Each Customer

At Cen Cal Automotive, we pride ourselves on providing honest service tailored to each customer’s needs. We recognize that it can be difficult to find a reliable mechanic that you can trust long-term. However, here at Cen Cal Automotive, we hope to become your trusted go-to shop for vehicle maintenance or repairs. We want you to feel relaxed when you visit. We have a small, comfortable waiting room with complimentary beverages and snacks. Our friendly staff will happily help you with any questions or concerns. We want every customer to feel welcome while waiting for their vehicles to be serviced. Our auto shop is open weekdays from 8 am to 5 pm and Saturdays from 9 am to 4 pm. Contact us to make your next appointment. You can reach us at 831-621-2212.