Berkeley Auto Repair

I've trusted The Model Garage with my vehicles for over 30 years. Now that Don has retired, I trust Robert and Bruce will take good care of me.

Bruce + Robert are incredible! My 2012 Volvo S60 was "overdue for maintenance." I brought it to Model, my mechanics for the last several years. They could've milked me for money, and I wouldnm't have really known it--but they DIDN'T!~ The charge was basic, the job was completed same day, and Bruce/Robert explain evdery little thing in language that a lay person like me can understnad. I have full faith in them, no kidding!

Great, fast, friendly service!

ALWAYS 1st rate!!!!

Just amazing to have a auto shop (1) close to my work and public transportation and (2) works with hybrid vehicles at a reasonable cost. First came to The Model Garage back in January after we purchased our 2012 Prius C vehicle. They changed our battery and got us an extra FOB key in the same day. Our more recent visit was for our 60,000 mile maintenance check. Again, quick service (work day completion) and the staff is just amazingly kind and completely keep us at ease. I definitely recommend The Model Garage for your hybrid services!

My go to Volvo service center for over twenty years. Need I say more?

Always the best service with smiles and laughter

The work was done quickly, efficiently and courteously.

My beloved and (usually!) super reliable Prius quit on me while driving down the freeway. We had just talked about Model Garage a few days ago with close friends who LOVE this place, so I called and Robert said have AAA drop it off. This was around noon on a Monday. Just an hour or two later, Robert called with the happy news that not only was it ready, but it had been fairly minor. He took the time to really hear me out when I dropped it off, really listened to all the details. Then took his time explaining what had happened and why and some great info about the care and feeding of a Prius. Nice big, clean airy shop. Very friendly and accommodating. We'll be back!

At Model Garage, you can depend on expertise and outstanding service combined with warmth and kindness. You will feel confident that everyone is working to find a solution to whatever problem your car is having, and doing so as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible.