Skip's Tire & Auto Centers
231 Mount Hermon Rd, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
831-438-0296
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11/12/12
Provided by YP.comRipped off for $1300 and my truck has been damaged …..
I made the big mistake of letting Skip’s replace my battery. I should have gone to the Ford dealer, but decided to use a local shop for a small repair.
They managed to add on tons of extra work – the starter, the radiator, the clutch, etc.
Every time I came back to pick up the truck, they either found something else to replace and then botched the repair. They ended up doing about $4K in total.
The starter didn’t start when I came to pick up the truck, so I had to have it replaced again. When they replaced the clutch, they forgot to attach the muffler. Then, they jammed in the bolt and wanted to drill it out at their shop, which would have resulted in severe engine damage. When they replaced the radiator, they jammed in the thermostat and it is now permanently broken and can’t be removed or replaced.
The last ripoff – three clutches within two years. The last time, it wasn’t even a clutch issue. They mis-diagnosed it, charged me $1300 and I finally got the real problem fixed at the Ford dealer. The warranty ripoff – it only covers the first repair, not the second replacement.
This is the short version of all of the troubles I had with them. The list is actually much longer.
The new management says that they swept out the previous crew of incompetents. The owner says that’s not true. Someone is not telling the truth.
There’s a lot more damage they did, but I don’t want to make the story too long. You get the general idea.
I’ve told my story to everyone in my community and then I find out no one else has anything good to say about them either (also should have checked here first). I should have asked around before I threw away a lot of money. And, I should have listened to my gut and go directly to the Ford dealer.
Bottom line: incompetence + lying = total ripoff
Don’t go there unless you want to throw money away.
07/04/12
Provided by YP.comThe most pleasant experience I have ever had with a auto repair specialist. They are extremely attentive, courteous, and knowledgeable.
06/12/12
Provided by YP.comThank you for the new tires! They are wonderful.
06/04/12
Provided by YP.comI went in to get new tires and some affordable ones since I needed all four! I came out walking as a happy client I got tires under the price estimated to be spent. Now I have money to have some fun and pay more bills. They were friendly dudes. I liked my stay during service on my car! Thanks
04/19/12
Provided by YP.comThey were courteous and understanding. I really appreciated that. Great work every time!
04/04/12
Provided by YP.comThis place has been taking care of our automotive needs for over 20 years! They are a friendly, honest, efficient auto shop!
04/02/12
Provided by YP.comQuick service great prices and they will beat others prices just ask. I send all of my family and friends there.
03/19/12
Provided by YP.comI have used Skips several times now and have always had great service. Their prices are right around the norm, but the service can't be beat. Fast, efficient, and friendly every single time.
03/01/12
Provided by YP.comHad to come in to get a tire repaired...I was impressed by their customer service. Came back to get my car worked on over a year later...they called to give me the update (I love that)...The price to have the work done, was a considerable amount less than an estimate I got from somewhere else. Great piece of mind going here.
02/07/12
Provided by YP.comThey just redid my brakes and it was a great experience! They did not try to sell me anything extra and my car is running great! The price was reasonable and I am very please! Thanks!
01/17/12
Provided by YP.comI take my car to one place and that is Skips Tire! They have been around as long as I can remember and they do great work. I thank you for all the hard work and long conversations while I wait for my car! You guys are great!!!
01/05/12
Provided by YP.comI came in to skips for four new tires on my car and I received excellent customer service and an excellent price. This is going to be my shop for life!
01/03/12
Provided by YP.comFair, good prices and they give extra effort. I love the fact that I can go to Skip’s and not worry if the are going to overcharge me and do subpar work! Thank you!
12/20/11
Provided by YP.comThis is a truly honest mechanic which is really important to me. I have been taken advantage of by other repair shops but not here, they were very honest with me. They did excellent work and I will definitely use them again.
12/06/11
Provided by YP.comI cannot recommend Skips enough to my friends and family and coworkers. They do fantastic work for a good price and my car always runs great when I leave. Thanks!
12/02/11
Provided by YP.comI really love Skips because I have never had any problems with them. They take excellent care of my car and I know that it will be returned to me in great condition.
12/01/11
Provided by YP.comSkips the best and I have no problem recommending them. I recently came in for a few minor things, brake work, oil change and some new tires and they were very helpful. My car is running great and I will use Skips again in a heartbeat!
11/30/11
Provided by YP.comI just had my oil changed at Skips and it was a great experience. Everything went smoothly and my car is running great. I would recommend this shop to everyone.
11/21/11
Provided by YP.comI know my car is in good hands at Skips Tire and Auto! I recently took my car in after I noticed my steering wheel was shaking a lot more than it should be. They were able to figure out the problem and fix it very quickly which was really appreciated. I love knowing that when I drive away my car will be running great!
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- General Info
- Additional Locations: * Evergreen - 3002 Silver Creek Rd * Cottle - 5855 Cottle Rd * Blossom - 970 Blossom Hill Rd * Scotts Valley - 231 Mount Hermon Rd * Los Altos - 317 First St. * Hi Performance * Tuner * Auto * Truck * RV * Industrial * ATV * Commercial * Complete Automotive Tires And Repair Center * I Personally Guarantee To Save You Money on Your Next Tires & Wheels * See Store For Details * Sun 8am - 3pm Blossom Only AMENITY * Rental Cars Supplied In Some Cases * National Accounts Welcome * Nationwide Warranty
- Extra Phones
Evergreen: 408-270-4911
Cottle: 408-226-5110
Los Altos: 650-948-5047
Scotts Valley: 831-438-0296
Toll Free: 877-754-7784
- Hours
- Regular Hours
Mon - Sat: Sun Closed - Categories
- Auto Repair & Service, Automobile Parts & Supplies, Brake Repair, Tire Dealers, Tires-Wholesale & Manufacturers, Wheels, Wheels-Frame & Axle Servicing-Equipment
- Services/Products
- * All Brands Of Tires & Wheels * Brake Service * Wheel & Wheel Alignment * Shocks/Brakes * Tune-Ups * Diagnostic Services * Air Conditioning * Factory Schedule Maintenance * Custom Wheel Up To 30" * 90 Days Same As Cash * No Appointment Needed BRAND **Tires:** Firestone General Tire Hankook Firelli Bridgestone Dunlop Uniroyal Yokohama Sumitomo Ontlnental BFGoodrich Michelin Good Year Kumho **Wheels:** Momo TSW Voxx Glovanna American Racing Sporza Mazzi Enki Centerline American Eagle MKW
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- Brands
- Bfgoodrich, Bridgestone, Continental, Cooper, Dunlop, Firelli, Firestone, General, Generaltire, Goodrich, Goodyear, Hankook, Kumho, Michelin, Pirelli, Sumitomo, Uniroyal, Yokohama, bf goodrich, goodyear
- Location
- 5 Locations: Blossom - Cottle - Evergreen - Los Altos - Scotts Valley
- Accreditation
ASE Certified Technicians
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