Wheelchair-accessible car park
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Sams Auto Repair in San Antonio
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San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas, US
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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Offerings
Oil change
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Amenities
Mechanic
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Toilets
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Planning
Appointments recommended
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Phone: +1 210-400-1000
Opening hours
- Monday:9AM–7PM
- Tuesday:9AM–7PM
- Wednesday:9AM–7PM
- Thursday:9AM–7PM
- Friday:9AM–7PM
- Saturday:9AM–5PM
- Sunday:Closed
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Comments (183)
Sam is probably the most honest and hardworking mechanic I have ever met in my life. My Kia Optima Hybrid shut down and wouldn’t start. After reading the reviews I towed it to Sam’s, he looked over it and got back to me lightning fast and told me that the issue was with the Hybrid Battery and that it was still under a 100k warranty and that I should take it to the dealer.Thanked him, tried to pay him for his time but he wouldn’t have it. Insisted he take something and I was on my way. Fast forward: Kia tries to charge me for the repair, called Sam and told them they wanted to charge me $$$ to replace the high voltage fuse. He said no, that’s part of the hybrid battery. I returned to Kia and they eventually agreed it was under warranty. Least I can do for this absolute legend of a mechanic is leave this review and basically beg you to take your car here, you won’t regret it.
Awesome work, did work on my old prius, was quoted around 3000 bucks at other places, sam said hed fix it for 1500, hes a life saver. my car feels brand new, would recommend
He is the best Prius mechanic in this area my car was in bad shape he got us taken care of for reasonable price. I would highly recommend him to anyone who need a hybrid mechanic.
Definitely recommend coming here for your hybrids! Sam gave me a great deal on installing my power steering break system that needed to be replaced
Sam knows hybrid and electric cars. Great at offering advice on how to maintain hybrid or electric vehicle. Ill be using for repairs in the future, too
Called one late evening to get price on getting my control arm done. He asked me if I could take it in for him to check if in fact it was the control arm. Did not charge me to check it and gave me advice on where to get the parts. Once I got the parts he was able to squeeze me in after work and did the job plus replaced cv axle and a lower control arm last minute. Great guy, great service, and great information. He warranties his work and is always helpful. All work done for less than $400Sam specializes in Electric cars and gives those a priority. He is always busy with work, it is best to call and ask if he can work on your car or schedule a day to take it. No cars will be left overnight due to safety and liability.Again, this is the place to take electric cars if anyone is looking for a great mechanic but I appreciate that he took time to check my car, test drive it and work on it.
I would highly recommend the shop for hybrid repairs. I needed work done on my Prius and Sam was able to do a quality job very well impressed with his skill and knowledge. If I could give him more than five stars he deserves it.
Thank Goodness for Sam!! !! He definitely is a life saver. I was about ready to junk my car and because of his honesty I decided not to. My 2008 Prius was back on the road in no time. His passion and knowledge about hybrid vehicle is amazing. I had taken it to the dealer and what would have costed me $4,500 was only a small fraction of that with my boy Sam. . Don’t give up on your hybrid without taking it to Sam’s automotive
He worked on my 2014 Hyundai sonata hybrid he is the best ❤️ if you have a HYBRID CAR 🚗 HE IS YOUR TO GO GUY I RECOMMEND HIM HE IS AWESOME AND HE WILL TELL YOU WHAT IS WRONG WITH YOUR VEHICLE I WILL DEFINITELY BE COMING BACK 💯❤️🧑🔧
My car was in a bad condition after a minor cae accident. Sam to great care of my vehicle at an affordable price. I was very impressed with sams work. I will advice to any prius owners out there to check out Sams auto repair. I like to call him doctor Prius.
WOW! This is the place to take your hybrid. I was told by the toyota dealer my 2012 Prius C needed a new hybrid battery pack and would charge 4000 dollars to replace it.We found Sams thank goodness. Yesterday he spent an hour with my daughter and I showing us how to replace crucial filters that apparently had never been replaced although the dealer said they had. He would not take a penny.We replaced the filters and the check hybrid battery light went off! Sam did tell us that if that did not work the battery would need replacement and his charge would be 1200 dollars.I cannot recommend this place enough! If you are having hybrid battery problems go see Sams.
I was very fortunate to find Sam’s shop. He is extremely experienced, having worked in dealerships in the past. The service and value is far better than the dealership can offer though. Sam knows his way around cars, particularly hybrids, and is quick to diagnose the problem and clear in explaining the options for fixing it.He is an exceptionally honest businessman, recommending where to get the best parts, and warning that if you buy the part from him it will be more expensive than if you pick it up yourself. He truly has the customer’s best interest at heart. This serves us customers well, in addition to his business because I don’t trust anyone more than Sam to take care of my car.
Sam is an incredible mechanic.I have a 2007 to prius that was butchered Sam did excellent work.If you have a prius or hybrid Sam is the man.I would not have my car running now if it wasnt for him.Thank you Sam!
Sam is the man when it comes to hybrid vehicles! Finished my car in a timely manner and the work was great. Got my Lexus 450H running like new!! I would highly recommend Sam for your hybrid needs.
Extremely honest guy! Top notch mechanic. Upholds his warranty if you have any kind of issues..
This is my very first review for a mechanic shop. I am not a fan of writing reviews but because Sam has shown me his quality work and service I am propelled to write one.The first, the most foremost ,and the most important value in my life is, honesty.Sam upholds that value: honesty.He has a wealth of knowledge about cars and I have no knowledge about cars but he does not take advantage of that. He delivers timely service. The other big branded auto shops charged me more than $100 each visit for little issues. Even an air filter change was $45! When I could have bought the $15 air filter myself and install it on my own. He is not that kind of mechanic that purposely break things in your car so that you can keep coming back to get it fixed. Or a mechanic that tries to tell you that there is more problem than there already is. I am lucky to find a great mechanic. I am now a loyal customer.
Sam is an honest and very thorough mechanic. I trust this guy with my prius. A good man!!
Sams Auto saved my 2008 Ford Hybrid, after I took it to dealership (10k quote to replace hybrid battery) and a we cant help you from a hybrid specialist shop in Austin. SAM is the MAN! Honest, professional, skilled mechanic. Highly recommend.
Sam is a dedicated business man and respects his clients. He is very good at fixing hybrids and warrants his work. He definitely knows the ins and outs of hybrid vehicles. I recommend anyone who loves their hybrid and want to keep it around awhile- use Sams auto for all your hybrid repairs! He is reasonable and affordable too!
My wife’s Prius was having the dreaded Brake Booster issue. When I called Sam he recommended trying to get the dealer to fix it as it’s been recalled. Unfortunately, the recall had been performed and was gonna cost 3K. Sam did it for 1200 and had it done by the end of the day. Once he was done he explained the work he did, and even talked to me about how to keep up with the car.Great job and would highly recommend.
Best place for a hybrid car owner! Knows his information, and very VERY fair on prices! We took our car to the Toyota dealer of Boerne TX and they tried to RUIN my car because we wouldnt get it fixed there but Sam saved us!
I was able to tow my car to Sams shop. Within a couple of hours i got a call from Sam personally and he let me know the honest truth about if it was worth fixing my 06 Honda accord hybrid. I love how honest he was and how he was looking out for my best interest! I do HIGHLY recommend this shop. I may not have gotten any repair this time but he will be the first on my list if i ever need mechanic work done in the future! Thank you so much sam!
About 3 years ago i went to a mechanic for a sound my truck was making. (2008 Ford F-150). That mechanic gave me a list of several things to fix for 900$. I was weary and started looking for another mechanic. I saw the reviews for this place and decided to try it out because of all the good reviews. Sam found the problem and fixed it, i paid probably less than 300$. I would have spent 900$ + and not even would have had the main problem fixed because that item was not on list from other mechanic. Just recently this past week ago my engine light came on and my truck was misfiring. Took it elsewhere that was closer to my house first and got shell shocked by the amount they wanted to charge me. I took my truck to Sam he immediately found all the issues in about 5 minutes or less no lie. I also saved good amount of money. I appreciated how he took the time on his own without me asking to explain and show me what was wrong with my vehicle. He called me and let me know my truck was ready unlike another location ive been who say they will call you when they are finished and don’t. I know he specializes in hybrids but if he is willing to fix my truck and take my money im willing to go there because he is very knowledgeable,honest and trustworthy and I feel is one of those rare places who go above and beyond for their customers. Thanks Sam and your coworker! Without a doubt I would recommend Sam’s Auto Repair!
Sam’s Auto repair did an amazing job repairing my ABS pump, I had originally went to another place that was going to charge me over 2800 to fix this problem. Sam was able to do the repair for me at a very reasonable price and saved me a lot of money. I was very pleased with the repairs and services I was given. I would highly recommend sam’s Auto repair for anyone who is driving a hybrid system, and doesn’t want to pay an outrageous amount of money. I will definitely be using Sam’s auto repair as my first option for any future repairs.
Sam is an honest and very knowledgeable mechanic. When I brought a Prius to him that I bought a few days earlier, that had the check engine light pop-up, and the engine was shaking, he told me that unfortunately it would be over $1000 to repair it. I was very disappointed to hear the cost and wanted to shop around, he said I was welcome to shop around at other shops but he warned that if I did most shops dont know whats really going on, and will charge me for unnecessary repairs, and often people who do that will come back to him after.Well I shouldve listened because sure enough another shop ended up charging me $800 for a repair that didnt work, and I brought it back to them and they said it was something else that would be $1600 through them, but I ended up having them put the car back together and change the spark plugs for $300, and I repaired the other thing myself for less than $100. And it still didnt fix the issue.I did end up bringing it back to Sams and he was able to fix it like he said. I now trust Sam as my primary mechanic. Also changed my oil for $10 when I brought the supplies to him. Hes awesome.
We have a Toyota Prius (Hybrid) that had an electrical problem where the headlamp wiring was loose and exposed, This caused major problems where the entire wiring system in the Prius had to be re-wired. It’s hard to find mechanics that work on Hybrid vehicles, most mechanics will not work on them. We found out about Sam’s through the internet and he was available to work on our car right away. Sam is a very knowledgeable mechanic, he did a fantastic job on our hybrid vehicle and since we have not experienced any problems with our car. We thank Sam for his professionalism and honesty. Sam is the best mechanic I know and we highly recommend his services to anyone experiencing problems with their vehicles. The best hybrid mechanic in the San Antonio and surrounding areas. Thanks again Sam!!
Great, honest, professional and reliable work!! Sam is a great mechanic and a great person!! I have taken my vehicles to Sam for over 2 1/2 years and he always does the best work and is always fair. He goes above and beyond to explain and help you out. He figures out the vehicle problem, explains it and make sure that you are happy with the plan of action and works with you regarding cost. He’s always been more honest and more accurate than any mechanic I’ve paid to do work for me. Additionally, on one occasion my son got his tail light busted, I didn’t want to make an insurance claim since he is only 18 and didn’t wanna chance my insurance rate skyrocketing so I called Sam to ask for his advice. He graciously gave me a tail light for the vehicle free of charge from a vehicle of his own that was going to be salvaged. That’s a genuinely kind hearted mechanic & great person! My adults kids and I will continue giving Sam our business.
Sam is highly knowledgeable and experienced with working on Hybrid cars. I called him about my Prius C and he didnt hesitate to take a look at it that same day. He explained everything to me in detail so I knew exactly what steps he was going to take to fix my car. Not only is he a great mechanic, hes a good person. Hes honest, kind, and will not rip you off. I will be recommending him to everyone. I am grateful for Sam and very happy that I finally have a mechanic I can trust.
Sam completed extensive work on my Toyota Prius engine, hybrid battery, and brakes. He took the time to explain all of his work and saved me money wherever he could on the repairs. Im lucky to have found Sams Auto Repair. I highly recommend this repair shop for all hybrid issues.
This is the first time I write a review for a mechanic shop and I barely write reviews but when I do, it is when a service truly impresses me Sams Auto Shop delivers an exceptional and honest service.We moved down to SA not too long ago. Our car was a hybrid and we were in search for a good mechanic especially for hybrids. And we found Sam. When we first went there my goals when I look for a mechanic were:-reasonable price-quality car service-honest feedbackSam surpasses all of them. His prices are unbeatable anywhere! He is the owner of the shop and he personally works on your car. He has the equipment and technology too. We dont mind driving 15 miles to go to his shop.He tells you exactly whats wrong with your car, and said that in 3-6 months the car wont be operational and he gave us the option to fix it from the bottom up or the other option to just buy a new car. He even said its not worth it if the price you pay to fix it will be higher than the price we paid for the car. This is when we know he was an honest business man. He didnt even try to sell one of his cars to us. We know for the years to come he will be our mechanic shop that we will go to.Now we got a new car but we are still going to him even if its not a hybrid.He answer all the questions no matter how many I asked. He gives straightforward answers.I wish more people know about his shop. I will continue to spread the word to my families and friends. He deserves all the recognition.
Saving Sam is a great way to describe Sam! He went above and beyond to repair my car. He took the time to carefully troubleshoot my vehicle instead of just taking a quick look and making up a bogus diagnostic just to take my money like most unreliable mechanics out there. I can sincerely say that Sam has good intentions and a good heart when it comes to helping stressed people repair their vehicles. Not only that but Sams pricing is very reasonable and affordable too! I feel so blessed to have had Sams help and I would 100% recommend his services to anyone in need. IM SO GRATEFUL! THANK YOU SAM!! Youre the best!
Sam is a great mechanic, has the best service Ive encountered from any shop. He knows what hes doing, hes fast, efficient, and goes above and beyond to service the customer and their vehicle. Only mechanic I trust to work on my car. Highly recommended!
I accidentally messed up my Prius, by jumping my car with the wrong terminals attached to the jumper pack. I took it to Sam at Sam’s auto, and the first thing I noticed was how many Prius’s he was working on in his shop. He quickly diagnose the process, and I can’t believe how well he took care of me! Despite having so many cars he was working on already he had it fixed by the next day. And he also charged me a fraction of the cost!! My brother has been going to Sam for over a year, and I’m glad he recommended Sam’s auto to me.
Sam’s is by far the best private mechanic I’ve been to for Toyota Prius repairs. Excellent shop, professional service and honest assessment of what needs attention. If you have a hybrid, go here!
Sam is the best mechanic in town. He is reliable and trustworthy. Sam will honestly tell what is wrong and will fix it for reasonable price. I am having many problems with my old car and was very lucky to find Sam. Him and his assistant have great customer service. I highly recommend their services!
My Prius had a problem with its hybrid battery and would not start. I took the Prius to a couple places but all of them told me that they did not have experience or the necessary tools to fix it. The hybrid battery for Prius is one of the most expensive parts of the vehicle. I heard about Sams Auto Repair from my uncle who had done work on his cars in the past and highly recommended them to me. I called Sam and within a week my Prius was up and running again after being without a car for a month. Sam very clearly explained the problems and got my go ahead to proceed with the repairs. It was obvious that he was very experienced. I would highly recommend Sams Auto Repair because they really know their stuff and are honest and hardworking. You will not be disappointed!
First time experience was AWESOMEEEE, I needed my serpentine belt & pulley fixed & Sam was very Patient & professional. He wasn’t like most mechanics where they try to rush u off so you don’t know what they are doing . He actually. Let me stand by so I can see what he was doing . It took no less than 20 min & very reasonable price ! I will return to get more work done to my vehicle & would very much RECOMMEND!!!! Sams is the place to go!!
Sam is such a genuinely nice and trustworthy person. In the world of hybrid cars, he definitely knows his stuff. Sam saved us a lot of money on our repair, and even texted me days later to follow up and make sure my car was preforming well. I highly recommend.
I am a disabled senior citizen on a fixed income. Sams auto repair allows me to keep my 2007 Prius with 260k miles in excellent running condition. I could never afford dealership prices for the many repairs I have needed. Sam is an honest, hardworking mechanic who does MORE than he promises! Thank you
I don’t usually post reviews regarding mechanics. I haven’t exactly had the best of luck in finding honest, reliable mechanics. HOWEVER, the owner here is incredible. He’s honest, hardworking, and his prices are more than fair. I’m new to the area, and I had been calling around places to help me figure out what’s going on with my husbands a/c-heating unit. Everyone else wanted to charge me upwards of $100 just to LOOK at it. When I called this place and described what was going on, the owner told me a few different things it could be and said he wouldn’t charge me anything to look at it. When I arrived, he did a thorough inspection, provided me a new air filter, cleaned the area around the air filter and a/c motor blower for $25 bucks. $25 BUCKS!!! I am so grateful for people like this... He saved me so much money. We definitely found our new mechanic! Give this place a go!!!
Sam is very good at what his does. His diesel engine expertise is commendable. I took in my Diesel F450 and he was able to get it going within a week and the price he charged me was less than half of what other shops would have charged. Before Sams I had taken it to at least 3 shops and they could not figure out the problem. Highly recommend him. I am having my brother bring his Prius for repairs.
Exceedingly Excellent service!!! I have a 2007 Mazda 3 that kept making a rattling noise for the longest time. I took my car to Pep Boys, the Mazda dealership and another mechanic and none of these people could figure out the problem. In fact, they gave me different reasons which were totally not the problem so I decided to do my own research. I thought it was the sway bar links so I bought the parts and I took my car to Sam. Well after I told him the issue he took the time to inspect my car. After a few minutes of searching he found the problem!!! It was such a relief after having driven my car with that annoying sound for such a long time! Sam then took the time to fix the problem which were the brake pads that I had paid over $600 to the dealership to be installed. A piece of the pad had broken off on both sides of the back. He was able to successfully repair the problem and in doing so relieved me of so much stress! Sam is by far, the greatest mechanic I have ever encountered in the 10 years I have had my car. He cared enough about me and my car to get my problem fixed and I truly appreciate him. I dont tend to meet very many mechanics who do such a great job as he did. Some mechanics would not have taken the time to inspect my car for the problem as Sam did and would have replaced the sway bar links knowing there was nothing wrong with them. Sam told me there was nothing wrong with the sway bar links. If youre looking for an awesome mechanic who cares about your car and does excellent work, Sam is the man!
Sams Auto Repair provides arguably the best service around for hybrid cars. Sam is a great mechanic; he is very fair and honest, and always makes it a point to ensure the client is happy with the service. But dont just take my word for it. Check it out and see for yourself, you will not be disappointed! ; )
I had a broken radiator fan at 5pm, everyone else I called in the area gave me a several day wait time or didnt answer. Sam answered and told me to bring the car by, diagnosed it immediately, made some phone calls and was able to get the part, and me, back on the road within an hour for a third of the price of the dealership. Honest and kind man, even called me later that evening as I had a long drive to check in on my car. Note he is cash only for his own safety as a small business. Highly recommend, he got me out of a tight spot. Very thankful.
I did not know there was an honest mechanic until I ran into Sams Auto Repair. Thing is: ALL his customers say the very same thing. Sam and his Assistant Shawn are very knowledgeable, courteous, professional, and overall great guys to work with resolving stressful car issues. They have found a lifelong customer. I will recommend all my friends to go to Sam!
I visited Sams Auto repair for work on my Toyota Prius and was thoroughly impressed with his honesty and knowledge.He more than went out of his way to explain my problem (ABS brake) with me and suggested the most cost effective way to repair it.I definitely will refer him to anyone in need of foreign car repair and will come back again!
Sams Auto Repair located at 102 New Laredo Hwy, SA., 78211 is the BEST Auto Repair service in ALL of San Antonio. I live on the NW side of SA and drive all the way down here because he is worth the trip. He has proved to me time and again that he cares more about being of service than the money. Sam is the most honest and fair auto service repairman that I have found in all of San Antonio. I have referred others to him, and they always call to tell me about how fair and honest he was with them, too. Try him once, and you will see what I am saying is the truth and like me, you wont go anywhere else for service again. You will be happy you found Sam.
Omg! I cant say enough good stuff about Sam. He was helpful, and honest. My air conditioner went out on my road trip from California to Florida. While I was with friends in San antonio I saw great reviews for his shop and he fixed my car for $140. I told him I thought it was the compressor he said no its just a hose. $1000 vs $150 can you say honest?!
Unfortunately, most have had the experience of a bad mechanic. Either failing to fix the problem, charging exorbitant prices or upselling you for things you dont need. THAT IS NOT THE CASE HERE, Sam and his staff are the exception to the rule. They went out of their way to diagnose the problem with my vehicle, worked with me to find alternate transportation and above all ensured they were giving me the best price for the part and their service. When you deal with Sam you will immediately see that he has honesty and integrity when dealing with his customers and a true passion for his work. Highly recommend!
Sam at Sams Auto Repair is the very best at fixing Toyota Prius Hybrids! I went to him with a problem that the dealership was going to charge me more than the car was worth. He fixed the problem for less than $100. He is a very honest man! He could have taken me like the dealership was going to do but he earned my trust. I have a family member that owns a Prius as well and he needed a new battery. Sam replaced his battery for $1000. The dealership quoted him $4000. If you need anything repaired on a Prius Sam can save you big money. I will never take any car anywhere else. He fixes all cars including Diesels but his specialization in hybrids is the truth!
Sam’s is a talented and reliable mechanic.I send him all my customers with hybrid cars and he saves them a lot of money and fix the problem quickly! Excellent customer service, best price and professional service!Highly recommend this guy!Thank again Sir.💪🏻Idan the key man San Antonio
Owner (me) has done considerable amount of car work over last 40 years, but lacks proper diagnostic equipment for this car, so sometimes at the mercy of auto repair shops.The patient, a 2007 Prius. Recent, frequent variety of warning lights and/or breakdowns. Diagnostics at Toyota dealer #1 determined nothing wrong. Really?! Diagnostics at Toyota dealer #2 determined need for new ECM, $1400 repair, with no assurance this would fix problem. Called several independent garages, no confidence inspiring conversations. Found positive reviews online for Sams. Drove across town to scout the establishment. Looks can be deceiving. Dont let the appearance of the shop dissuade you. Speaking with Sam gave me the confidence to tow the car across town for diagnostics and potential repairs. Spent a small fortune, but the price was very competitive. (It wasnt the ECM). Having the work done by someone capable and committed to success was good for peace of mind. Weve used the car daily for a month, about 400 miles, and all is well. Thanks Sam!
I was looking for a mechanic shop to fix my car. I was having problems with my car it was overheating and losing all the coolant.I came across Sams Auto Repair. He checked out my car and he told me it was the radiator. He actually showed me where the radiator was busted and leaking coolant from. He fixed my car the very next day. Since then i had to take it to him because my alternator went out and i had my car back the next day. He does very great quality work at an affordable cost. Even though he is very busy he makes time to get your car done quickly.
Today was my second time taking my Lexus to Sams Auto Repair - the first fime was for the air conditioner not blowing cold air. Not knowing about car air conditioners, I was sure I needed freon added or a new condenser or something expensive like that. I brought it to Sam and he took a few minutes to check it out then told me it wasnt the condenser or freon, but I needed the air cabin filter changed and the AC fan cleaned. He did the work right there while I waited and what I thought was going to be a repair costing hundreds ended up costing less than $50 with filter included. Another mechanic could have easily changed me much more!! Today I brought the Lexus in for a complete brake system change including new drilled rotors, brake shoes, pads, a brake fluid flush. I sat with Sam in the 100-degree heat and he explained everything he was doing and why. What mechanic does that !!?? He really knows his stuff (quite incredible!), will tell you if DONT need something fixed, and charges an honest price. The best mechanic Ive ever found!
I’ve taken my car several times to Sam‘s. I trust him with my car and his prices are fair. he’s not in the market of trying to rip people off. So, far I’ve been pleased with the quality of service I received. When it comes to repairs he’s my go to guy for my Prius.Rudy2008 Prius
I normally dont write reviews but for the service I got, I feel I need to spread the word about him. I did not believe the reviews from google about the service at first ( I mean I thought 5 stars was too good to be true( especially with how many he had )). Im from out of town and I needed work on my SUV. He was honest with me on everything and he did not try to get me to pay for services I didnt need. He did an amazing job and at a really good price. I wish there were more mechanics like him. Thank you Sam.
Absolutely satisfied with the service and repair.I was accepted as a walk in. The repair was quick but sufficient. I appreciated the recommended suggestions on how to maintain my vehicle to avoid further repairs.Thank you so much!!!
I highly recommend Sams Auto Repair!!!!! I am in the car business and Im always dealing with mechanic shops, and trust me, Sam (owner of Sams Auto Repair) is one of the best, specialized on hybrid cars even dealerships and others mechanics recommends him, he just fix my05 Honda Civic Hybrid Battery for 1/3 of the cost at the stealership07 Nissan Altima Hybrid Battery also 1/3 of the cost, and06 Toyota Highlander Hybrid electrical problem w/ battery for a few 100swith warranty and excellent results.Thanks Sam.
I can’t say how much I appreciate this man’s knowledge and honesty. Sam is not out to get rich off of customers. I took my diesel truck to a few other shops and all they did was scan for problems and immediately recommended parts, with a price tag of $1400-$1800. Not satisfied with their diagnosis I found Sam’s and gave them a call. I could tell by talking to him on the phone that he was about fixing the underlying problem, not just replacing parts and calling it a day. Long story short, Sam found the problem and saved me over $1100 in repairs. I wouldn’t hesitate to take anything to him!
Im glad I did my homework on who the best mechanic for me would be, Sam aka Dr. Prius. I was worried that I was going to have to buy a $4k battery because Im sure if I had gone to a lazy, greedy mechanic they wouldve just told me to pay for it. Sam looked at the car and diagnosed the problem immediately--the inverter pump. It ended up only being $180 with parts and labor which was already inexpensive, BUT what was amazing was the extra effort they took. They cleaned the engine, fixed and replaced a broken tail light, cleaned the air filters, polished my fog lights (which look new now), basically went through an entire diagnostic on the car and sent me off with a small and very reasonable bill--AND no additional cost to the $180. Feel like I got my moneys worth and then some. They do a great job over there and am going to recommend my friends to check him out--i bet he knows every car just as good as a prius. I trust him with my car and also know that hes a fair man--very happy customer and if my car has any problems, needless to say, I wont be going anywhere else. 10/10 Thanks again, Sam!
I went to Sams thinking I was going to pay a lot of money and have my car in the shop for weeks. Sam found the problem and it cost me less than half the price and took a day! Come to this place if you have a hybrid and have any problems, Sam is a great guy also, super professional!
Sam has worked on our Prius for the past 3 years, I was on my to Austin when the car lost power. We had the Prius towed to the dealer and they wanted $4000 to fix it. We found Sam and he saved us $2600.I took my Avalon in for an oil change at the dealer, of course they do a check up on your car and let you know what needs to be fixed, so after I left the dealership who wanted me to spend $2000, we called Sam, took my car to him and let him look at the copy of what the dealership gave me to be done. After Sam looked over everything I am money ahead because nothing needed to be repaired.SAM is a wonderful MECHANIC, he is very hands on, he is someone WE TRUST!!!
Let me just say Wow!!! I was very impressed by how quickly Sam and Sean got my car up amd running. I took my non running 2014 Nissan Maxima to Sam and within 3 days he had my car running and told me exactly what was wrong with it.He was very reasonably priced too.I previously took my car to two other mechanics who had no clue what they were doing neither one could get my car started.The other two actually did more damage to my car.Sam is very knowledgable with cars and I was pleased with his fast and friendly service. I will not trust my car to anyone else and will definitely recommend him to everyone I know.
Sam deserves the best. This mans customer service and work quality is out of this world. From the first day he spoke to us he was honest and completely helpful. He promised and delivered, this is the place to go! People like him deserve the best I will for sure come back and even refer him to anybody needing a hybrid repair! Goes above and beyond!
I just finished a regular maintenance item (ABS break system flush) for my 2011 Toyota Prius. At the dealership, I would have paid over $1,000! At Sams Auto Repair, I got t done for a 1/3rd of the dealership cost! They flushed my Prius in no time and also changed the AC filter & replaced a missing hubcap. They are very friendly, have great service, very affordable and super fast! Sam is my new Prius mechanic for good!
The best mechanic I have ever seen. Very polite and extremely honest. I have a 2011 Chevy and it has never ran good until Sam fixed all its issues. It runs as if it is brand new. Yup, brand spanking new. I’m only disappointed that all I can do is to put 5 star because this repair shop deserves a sixth star. I will never take it to another repair place, this is the shop for the rest of my life
The best auto repair for Japanese cars ( Lexus, Toyota...ect ) and specially for Hybrid car is highly recommend. ask for Mr. Sam he will answer all your questions and he is an expert auto mechanic. I found him and Thanks for everything that you have been done with my car 2010 Lexus IS250C, the car running very good and boots crazy when speed up. Dont forget to ask him to restoration Fully removes haze and corrosion from headlight lenses of your car if need, he and his worker will do it for you and they have been done pretty good job for headlight of my car. It look like a grant new headlight.
I cant begin to thank Sam for his amazing service and professionalism and for making my wifes 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid run like new again! We are so lucky to have found Sam, because he does amazing work! I will send everybody I know that needs mechanic work to Sam. The money I spent was worth every penny.
My car had both the BRAKES light and the ABS light on. I inspected the brakes and checked for engine leaks before taking my car to the dealer. No leaks anywhere. The dealer diagnosed my car and wanted about $3,500 to replace parts and fix my brakes. They agreed with me, no leaks were found, however apparently it was an internal leak that I could not see. My brother recommended Sam from SAM’s Auto Repair in San Antonio, TX because he is the best mechanic and he is honest. Sam diagnosed the problem. First, he quickly figured out part of the issue was that I had replaced the battery but the wrong kind. Sam suggested a plan and would do one step at a time to see if it fixes the problem and save the customer money: 1. Get original battery from dealer $250 (minus $50 for the core battery, which Sam provided for me, so $200 total). 2. Flush out the brake system and reset computer $300. 3. Replace parts if needed $1,000 total. Step 2 fixed my problem. So for I got my car fixed for $300 plus the $200 battery vs $3,500 at the dealer. The dealer just wanted to replace the expensive ABS system parts and charge for labor. The dealer said nothing about replacing the battery. Sam also suggested that if the problem came back then he would replace the part for less than $1,000 since he already performed step 2. I highly recommend Sam, an honest mechanic. I towed my car from Dallas, TX just to get my car fixed and I will do it again next time I have car issues.
I have been going back to Sam for about 5 years & will not go to another repair shop. He is highly trusted & will explain EVERYTHING to you upfront. Where the dealership wants to charge you an arm & a leg while trying to fix things that ARENT wrong; Sam will give you the upfront TRUTH & a GREAT price that has NO HIDDEN CHARGES. He guarantees ALL his work & it is ALWAYS done right the FIRST time. He has gone ABOVE & BEYOND for me & my company more times than I can count. I have grown to trust Sam with ALL my auto needs & wont be going anywhere else EVER!! Prices are always right and the work is completed in the time he says it will take. I tell all my friends, family & coworkers to go to Sam!!! He will NOT steer you wrong!
Best mechanic I can possibly think off , I brought my car in at closing time and the next day early in the morning I get a call from Sam , to go pick up my car that it is ready . He’s fast ,respectful and an honest mechanic . He also gave me a great price and some good advice .If y’all are looking for a reliable mechanic y’all can count on Mr.sam , was very happy with his service . Come check em out !!!
I waited awhile to post to see how my moms prius acted after taking it to sams. And I gotta say I am more than pleased. It’s very difficult to find a good hybrid mechanic besides any dealers and I happen to find Sams by pure luck. It’s been about 2 months since Sam worked on my mothers Prius and zero issues. And on a plus side her fuel mileage has increased. I recommend Sams Auto to everyone. Excellent prices to match excellent work. Very knowledgeable and super friendly.
Very good service the owner is very knowledgeable with all different types of vehicles will try to get the service done depending if not major in one day or so .
Sam is the only mechanic I trust to touch my Prius. He is very honest and won’t take advantage of his customers. I totally recommend him. If only there were more mechanics like him. Thank you Sam.😊
Sam is nothing short of amazing. He took a few seconds to look at my Toyota Prius and immediately knew what the problem was. He almost didnt want to charge me for anything but we insisted he take something for his time.I will definitely be taking my Prius back to him for a tune up. He guarantees his work and is San Antonios true hybrid guru!Absolutely will be recommending him to all my friends and family!
Years of Great Service!For years Sam has continually gone above and beyond what I have expected in servicing my cars. I am very much a “do it yourselfer”, but when I started having more complex problems with my first Prius I was fortunate to find Sam’s Auto. When I decided to purchase a second Prius with high mileage I knew I could count on Sam to help me keep it running. He just finished putting a rebuilt transmission in my third Prius and I couldn’t be happier! I have a combined total of almost 700,000 miles on my 3 Prius’ and I am looking forward to many more years of life out of these cars, mostly in part to the affordable and dependable service from Sam and his guys!
Sam was very nice and he gave me a great deal. Its hard to find a good honest mechanic.The dealership told me that I needed to get a new vehicle, but Sam fixed it up.
Excellent service, one of the most reliable and honest places Ive been to. Owner is very helpful and humble. Most definitely recommend Sams Auto Repair for an honest car workup/ opinion and reasonable prices.
Got my ABS system repaired/replaced there and he did far more than I expected at very very reasonable prices. Definitely takes pride in their work and knowledgeable in vehicle systems.
I live 60 miles away from San Antonio but since Sams Auto Repair (102 New Laredo Hwy, NOT the one on White Rd) was recommended to me I now use Sams for all car repairs. Absolutely worth it. He is honest and reliable. Too bad all mechanics are not like him. Dont love having to drive so far but have learned its worth it.
Mr.sam has done an amazing job on my 2008 prius and at such an affordable price he changed brakes, oil, water pump, repaired my front grill, tire pressure sensors , repaired my front dash diagram.
I have a Chevy Equinox that was making a funny noise.Sam checked it out and found the issue right away. Instead of immediately offering to fix it he suggested to take it to a muffler shop to see if the part could be welded. It wasnt, so Sam ordered the part and had it fixed in 1 day. Sam went above and beyond fixing the issue and it is running so perfectly now!!! Extremely satisfied!!
Sam’s expertise in hybrids is unmatched. He can fix things that dealers would charge a fortune to fix. He is fair, honest, and affordable. Don’t waste your time going anywhere else. You won’t be disappointed.
SAMS AUTO THE PLACE TO GO!!! Hes an honest mechanic and is always willing to help out even when Im low on money. Ive been to several other mechanics and have had issues after the problem has been fixed. Every time Sam works on my car it runs like new again and I can rest assure my problem has been fixed permanently after I leave his shop. 5 STARS ALL THE WAY!!!!!
Very knowledgeable, honest and friendly, was able to fix issue with error codes and stalling for my 2012 Prius when 2 different Toyota dealer shops could not & 1 of them had it for over a week!. Absolutely recommend taking hybrid here before anywhere else.
Best mechanic for flooded and hybrid cars. Took my car to several mechanics but they couldnt figure out why my flooded car was not able to start but as soon as I brought it to Sams shop, i drove the car out the next day. Keep doing amazing job Sam.
I was very pleased with the work and customer service I received here. Sam went above and beyond to assist me. His prices are reasonable and he will educate you on your vehicle. I would recommend this place to anyone that needs an honest fair mechanic that will try to save you money.
To make the long story short...Sam is a true professional. His attention to detail, his excellent customer service are truly hard to find nowadays, specially when it comes to a good and honest mechanic. I recommend Sams auto repair to anyone that is looking to get their repairs done right, on time and at a very just and fair prices. The only wish I have is that he would move his shop closer to the north side.God bless you andMerry ChristmasManny Arredondo
Sams Auto Repair overhaul my 6.4 diesel engine. Great service to include customer service. Very honest man and with great integrity and knowledge on what he does. Thank you Sir.
We’ve owned two hybrid vehicles, we always come to sam’s auto repair, because he’s a hybrid mechanic specialist, if you don’t wanna get ripped off with a regular mechanic, just take it with him, he will tell you exactly what’s the problem on it, he works with very reasonable price. He’s a great mechanic 👍👍👍
Sam is an awesome guy. I noticed he had 5 stars on here so I decided to go there. Hes very honest and is a legitimate mechanic. He seemed busy but went out of his way to help me out with questions. He even took my car on a test drive to see if anything was wrong. I recommend to anybody.
Sam is the master of the hybrid car. Every time I dealt with Sam he was more than fair and prompt in his repair work. All the repairs have held up do you want to get your work done on a Toyota or any other hybrid Sams the man hes the guru.
I brought in my 2009 Chevy Tahoe hybrid for a check engine light diagnostic, and the owner gives honest information on the issue with the vehicle. This is my 2nd time stopping by and I would definitely recommend it 💯💯
Took my car to the dealer and they told me it would cost at least $1,500 to fix the problem. My dad wanted me to take it to Sams Auto Repair to get a second opinion. At Sams, they informed me it was just a malfunctioning sensor and fixed the problem quick and inexpensively. I appreciate honestly like that because its hard to come by with mechanics these days!
Direct, Reliable, Im so glad one of my family members told me about Sam, his is very knowledgeable about his line of work! Very honesty and saves you money . I took my daughters BMW there so dont let that place fool you, its a diamond in the ruff with a VERY HONESTY MECHANIC believe me you will not be disappointed you took your vehicle there.
Sam went above and beyond to make sure my car was repaired and everything was good. He is clearly knowledgeable and a great value for the money. Would not take my hybrid anywhere else.
Awesome service! Honest! Very knowledgeable of the hybrid systems. For anyone in the San Antonio area with a hybrid I recommend this auto shop you will save, save, save. What would have cost me 3000 he replaced for half the cost!
BEST auto repair shop in town. I drive 30 mins from my house to get my car worked on here. Honest mechanic, no extra BS charges that you get at most places. I recommend this shop to all of my friends. I got my car fixed for $200 when the dealership wanted $1500, no joke.
Replaced my Prius hybrid battery at a much lower cost than dealer. Knowledgeable and very helpful. I traveled from Corpus Christi to San Antonio and will do so again to take advantage of this service. Highly recommended, wish Id found him sooner.
Was having several problems with my Dodge Journey and it left me stranded on the highway. Sam took time to look at my car and he had my car running that night, he is also very reasonable with pricing. I recommend him to anyone!
Last honest auto mechanic. Sam replaced the hybrid battery on my prius. He replaced it within two hours and it works great. He saved me time and money. Thank you Sam.
Great experience meeting Sam and his teammate. Knowledgeable and offered advice on possible maintenance to look out for as the mileage starts building up. Repairs were done very fast at a great price.
Sam, and his techs were awesome. They were fast and efficient. They worked on my vehicle and within an hour I was on my way. I called Sam, and he looked at my vehicle. By the time I got to the shop, the tech knew what he had to do. Awesome service
Excellent service. Originally took my 2013 Nissan Alt for a noise in the front driver wheel into Pepboys and they were unable to diagnose the problem and didnt even take it apart to look at and recommended the Stealership. After that i took it to Sams and we switched the wheel beating and the sound stopped. Highly recommend this mechanic
I took both my hybrids, a Prius and a Highlander, to Sam and the service and prices were exceptional. I highly recommend Sams Auto Repair and will definitely be back.
What a find! Replaced the broken a/c compressor & condenser on my aged Prius at a big discount. Also gave me good advice on maximizing Prius battery life and threw in a cosmetic repair for free. Max kudos to Sam & Sean!
These guys did a thorough inspection on a vehicle I was considering on purchasing. The price was very reasonable. They were very knowledgeable. They got me all of the information I needed, and made sure I understood what they were telling me. If you are lookimg for a good, honest mechanic, I highly recommend that you stop by this shop.
Sam is AWESOME and knowledgeable. If you have a hybrid vehicle and take it anywhere else, you WILL pay too much. He fixed our car in 30 minutes.
Handled my prius AC problem quickly and at reasonable price. True professional and has the expertise to handle the quirks of the prius. I will absolutely use again and recommend to all fellow hybrid owners. Wonderful experience - thank you!
Best repair shop in town. Honest people. No scams. They diagnose issues on spot. I had two belts replaced within the same day. And a battery issue fixed in minutes. Forever have my business
Sam is amazing! He is the only mechanic I will choose to fix my Prius. He is also fair with pricing. Thanks Sam!
Best auto shop, prices are reasonable, I have issue with my Toyota Camry hybrid 2009 , called company in Florida, they get the money and the problem remain, with Sam he will ensure quality service and work guaranteed. I recommend this place
Repairs hybrid vehicles but gave me vital information about a recall on my vehicle before doing any work or charging me anything. 100% would recommend this place!
Hands down the best mechanic Ive used in the past 10 years. Sam is honest, hard working, and fair. He works hard to solve your problem and will treat you like family!
He was very nice and did a fantastic job an was very fair on price especially cuz it was 2008 hybrid we were told that the job that was performed by a dealer would have cost us about two grand but he gave us a price that we could not refuse an he finished it in a day i suggest if your looking for a mechanic on hybrids you give sam a call i promise you wont be disappointed an he will walk you through all the steps on what he is gonna perform any how thanks to SAM im still driving
Spent a ton of time and money at the dealership for them not to have fixed the problem. I found these guys and within minutes had the car properly diagnosed and on the road for a fraction of the cost.
Great shop. Sam is amazingly helpful and knowledgeable. His knowledge about hybrids is unsurpassed.
Sam was very knowledgeable about my 2009 Prius and how to fix it and his prices were better than anyone else in town.
Sam is a great guy. Theres literally no reason to go to a Toyota dealer. He does great work. Dont rip yourself off....go see Sam!
Sams auto repair is awesome I had a good experience and a great price I am definitely coming back for any future repairs.
Great Expert in electric cars...would highly recommend
Very friendly mechanic and willing to make sure he looks out for the best action for the cars options on repairs. Will give it to you straight but i personally dont see that as a bad thing.
Sam is super nice and very knowledgeable. Very honest and very quick. I wont take my car to anyone else.
San came to my apartment just to help me due to my car not being able to start and me not have money to get a tow so he came and let me know how much it would be and when I was able to get a tow he remembered me and helped me so easily.i was also having issues with it not starting after he had fixed it and when I told him about hit he told me to get it towed and he would take a look and come to find out I was just out of gas so Sam put gas in the car for me he is truly a great guy and mechanic I’d recommend this shop to any and everyone
One of The most honest mechanic shop I ever deal with I send all my cars there they get fix at the right price with warranty I really like to do Business with the owner Sam he is a good man and very knowledgeable person of what he doing I remember when the service adviser at read Macomb Toyota recommend him to me to fix my car hybrid battery Highly recommended .
Ive been to Sami auto repair several times for my truck and car to have work done on them I use to be a mechanic yrs back so u can imagine how hard it is to trust another mechanic but he did a great job and was really afforable I cant say enough about the professional service and care also the quality of work he did for me i highly recommend my friends to go to him its hard now of days to trust and find such excellent service
Honest and nice guy. Doesnt try to rip you off like other places I been to. Doesnt try to do up sale like other place telling me I need to replace stuff that I dont need to. He is straight forward and only repair what it need to be fix.
Went here because I was having a knocking noise under my steering wheel. I took it and he was able to help me right away. I found this place Just researching. He was very kind and was grateful he was able to help me out with my problem !!
Great and friendly place to do business the owner Sam was nice and upfront about my vehicle explained to me in detail how and why my Toyota Prius Hybrid broke down gave a reasonable price had it fixed and ready to go within no time thanks Sam
Sam is the real deal! Very professional and great customer service. He made sure I was satisfied with the service before I left and his price was very reasonable. Highly recommended
The best shop in town for hybrid vehicles best price and best work. They have the best customer service here I recommend anyone to go here for hybrid work 5 stars
I called and asked i could have my car towed over there and looked at and thank god he said yes. It was a quick fix picked it up within hours. Great experience!
Sami was very good he worked on my wifes car gave realy great customer service and did fantastic work the car has been running great we go to him for all the car work now he is a mechanic that will be our perminate mechanic thank u sami
Sam was helpful and if I decide to fix my car I will 100% go to him!
I am a cab driver he fix my hybrid batery.exelent sevices and good prices I a p m100%recomended very honest and good profesional services.
Great service friendly people great price the best in town for hybrid cara brought my volt they figured it out within one hour when no-one else could i recommend them to everyone
If you are having problems with your electric/ hybrid vehicle Sam is the Best
Great customer service! Just took care of the car and didnt try to over sell me needless parts. Reasonably priced as well!
Honest service on my Ford escape
One of the best mechanics I have interacted with! He is very efficient and extremely polite! I would recommend him for everyone!!
Very profesional, had our cars on time, prices are very reasonable, excelent mechanic highly recommend him
Excellent service ...thank you Sam
Great guy! Very honest! Best decision Ive made taking my car to get a second opinion
Nice and cheaper place for hybrid cars, can fix any electric or battery issue, way cheaper than Toyota
Sam is an honest and straight up guy!! I appreciate everything helped me with!! I highly recommend this shop!! I will be coming here from now on!!😎
Amazing experience knows his stuff on hybrid cars, even gave a free oil change
Very good service, accurate diagnostic and affordable pricing, good warranty on the job so what else can anyone ask for?
Gave him a call and helped me from the road. Thankfully i made it to his shop. He was fast and helpful. Got the problem solved
I thought I had a problem with the PC of my Prius, so i took it to them and the check it for me and charge me only $20.
Ones again had a problem and just like that Sam fixed it with in 24 hours , i am a very happy customer 👍.
Incredibly helpful and honest. Probably the best experience Ive ever had with car repair.
On a rainy day he helped me with a small problem on my car he didnt charge me for the help even though he was really busy I do recommend him to anyone who needs help
Great place highly recommend this guy did a great job thankk you so much
Great hybrid mechanic!
Professor Hybrid.....Sam is an electrical and mechanical genius....very accomodating
Awesome service very nice and very helpful defiantly should make it your go to shop.
He went above and beyond and I highly recommend.
Highly recommended. Very honest with customer . Thank you sam ✌🤝
Great honest mechanic.
Most amazing service and best quality of work out there
Great Service, great prices, honest and proffesional
Excellent mechanic a good prices
Professional knows his stuff Hybrids
Honest and trustworthy
Highly recommend!!!
Will recommend to anyone.
OWNER REALLY NICE GUY
Go to Sam.
Excellent service👍
A very reliable site and excellent service. We have a Toyota Prius Hybrid and it looks great thanks to the maintenance Sam does.He speaks to you in a very sincere way and gives you recommendations so that the car is well cared for. We definitely come back every time the car needs something or an overhaul.I recommend it.
If I could I would give it more stars. It is not the first time that I come with Sam; There are already several occasions that he has saved me several $ 100s due to his honesty.If I could, I would give him more stars. This is not the first time I come with Sam; there are several times that he make me save several $ 100s due his honesty.I made the mistake of wanting to save money, it was eminent to spend it thanks to wanting to do the know-it-all in something that I have no experience: HybridsMy error was try to save money in something that was imminent fix and try to be the know-it-all when even I dont have any experience: Hybrids.But because I have already seen his work, who really has experience is my friend Sam, who by the way; - How nice that you have your workshop near my house - in any case very well located and easy to find.But, because I already see his job, whom really has experience is my friend Sam, by the way; --so good you have your shop close my house-- anyway very well located and easy to find.While the Toyota dealer was asking for around $ 1,700. Sam only asked me for $ 600 INCLUDING PARTS !! AH! And even more: he guarantees his work.While the Toyota dealership wants around $ 1700. Sam only ask me $ 600 INCLUDING PARTS !! OH! And even more: he give me warranty in his job.I am very very happy with your work. I recommend it 100% and even more. Thanks Sam.Im very very glad with his job. I recommend him 100% and even more. Thanks Sam.
Professional, attentive, noble and humble! He really understands how a hybrid works and gives detailed explanations to the client. Yesterday was my first time in the workshop, thanks to the treatment and service, Sam has won two clients: a friend who accompanied me and me. Very reasonable prices !!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Excellent service, I highly recommend it.Good deal, Good service, and very good prices.Do not think twice and bring your car, guaranteed the service I am very happy for my car since I took it there, walk to 100.
Total reviews rating 5
183 Reviews for Sams Auto Repair 2023:
Review №1
2022-07-24Sam did a terrific job on the engine tuneup of my 2010 Toyota Prius - for a fraction of what the dealership was charging! He was very informative and generous. He explained in detail everything he did to the car, which I appreciated. I had a dead battery and he could have sold one to me - but he refused. Since I’m from out of town, he insisted I find a company that offered warranty in my home town. He even gave me a free oil change, an extra filter, and a car charger! I wish I could find a mechanic as kind, helpful, and honest as Sam in my hometown. Highly recommend for hybrid repairs
Review №2
2022-08-18The BEST service you can get!! Sam deserves a lot more credit than what can be put into words in a review. Hes honest, trustworthy, and experienced!! I found Sam (like some of you may be doing) through his Google reviews.My 2007 Prius red triangle came on suddenly while I was leaving work and within 2 minutes, I was unable to drive my car. After I turned it off and back on, I was able to drive it to North Park Toyota on 410. Long story short, they wanted to charge $1200 to fix an issue. They also needed to order a part. I looked up local Hybrid shops and found Sam with over 180+ 5 Star reviews. I called Sam, he said he had the part and would charge less than half if that was the issue (even on the phone he knew that issue shouldnt be what cause my car to stop driving).I picked up my car from North Park and risked driving it to Sams. With his expertise, he drove the car, listened to how the car drove all while monitoring the computer and explained possible issues to me while I was in the car with him. He went above and beyond caring and addressing the issue.He was able to solve the issue, advise me on further improving my car, charged me under $500, and till this day (about 5 months later) my car is running without any issues!!Ill continue to go to Sams until he retires (and cry when he does). So if you want someone worth your time, trust (and money) - Go to Sams!!
Review №3
2022-06-16I first met Sam in 2019 as my Hybrid Prius was having problems. Sam is so knowledgeable about the car and was able to pinpoint that I needed a battery replacement. He saved me thousands of dollars by providing a great deal on his services. I have gone back to Sam for oil changes and will continue to go back for all of my car repairs.
Review №4
2022-04-19Sam is great! I had decided to go to him after reading other people’s Google Reviews. My Prius had flashed a code that prompted me to call the dealership where they told me I had to replace the ABS Actuator and quoted me upwards of $3k. Sam flushed and cleaned the engine and replaced my rear brakes and the pressure on the abs pump has normalized saving me from having to replace it for the considerable future.He was very thorough, explained everything to me, and saved me a lot of money on an unnecessary repair. He also left my engine sparkling clean. Definitely recommend him for auto repairs, and he’s great to talk to and learn from!
Review №5
2022-08-16I took my Prius 2015 with a check engine light on. He found the water pump it was broken, and replace it in just few hours plus the oil change.Much cheaper and faster than in the Toyota service which it was going to take 7 to 10 days just to get the parts.We need more honest people like Sam in our city.
Review №6
2022-05-02I took my Ford Escape to the Ford dealership in Hutchinson, KS they said it would be $8,000.00 to repair. Sams was able to recharge the battery for $500.00. I had the battery shipped to him and shipped back and it still cost way less than what the dealership would of charged. It is still running like new. Excellent work and easy to work with. I highly recommend Sams Auto Repair.David WirthEllinwood, KS
Review №7
2022-06-21The most knowledgeable and generous mechanic I have ever dealt with. Sam goes above and beyond because he truly loves cars, cares about his customers, and just wants to take care of people.A year ago, my 2008 Prius battery started acting up and was in need of replacing. After hours of researching and calling around to get quotes, nobody even came within $2500 of Sam’s. Not only did Sam replace the battery but he also did extra maintainence to extend the life of the car and fixed my dashboard without charging.He also recommended that I get my water pump converter replaced in a few months because he could tell it would need to be replaced. He told me that if I bought the part, he would replace it for free. A year later and I finally get around to buying the part. Without hesitation Sam agreed to replace it for free even though this was communicated over a year ago. On the way to the shop, my check engine light comes on and guess what the problem was??? The water pump converter needed replaced just as he told me. I tried to give him money but he insisted that he just wanted to help. Truly thankful for such a skilled and kind hybrid mechanic. Makes owning a Prius in San Antonio a no-brainer
Review №8
2022-03-27Sam was amazing ! He replaced my battery in my Puris with in a few days. He didnt charge me $4000 like every other shop tried to. He even replaced my key fob, put the trunk handle back on my car at no extra cost! Ill be coming back to him for any future repairs.
Review №9
2022-08-08The owner of Sams Auto Repair was truly a savior for my family. I was helping my daughter move back to NC and hoping we could drive her Toyota Prius home to Raleigh. However, because the Master Warning Light (known as the Triangle of Death) was on, the dashboard lights were intermittently going on and off, and the air conditioner blower was sporadically working we thought wed spend a bit more and take it to the Toyota Dealer since they are the experts. Long story short, the car was at Cavender Toyota for 3 days and $400 spent and they didnt have a clue what was wrong except the low air in the tires. Things drastically turned around when I found Sam. He immediately knew what the problem was and after a day he had replaced the blower and another major part for the air conditioner, fixed the dash light electrical problem, replaced the head lights, the bumper that had been crunched, the grill work in the front, the engine splash shield, the back piece of the passenger side mirror and thoroughly checked everything out for a safe trip home. He even provided window vent shades for all the windows for free. This was all done for a VERY AFFORDABLE price. The car drove like new and we made it home without a problem. Sam even called to make sure all was good. All I can say is this, if you have a Toyota Prius, Sams should be your best friend and definitely your mechanic. I just wish he was here in NC!
Review №10
2022-03-24Me and my wife just were quoted $4,000 for a new battery at various shops near by. But at Sams he quoted a MUCH better price and he had it done next day and informed us of other maintenance that should be done as well. Hes the only mechanic I trust with our Prius from now on. He took his time and knows everything about hybrids. Go to Sams!