Alvin’s Auto Center

Milpitas, United States

5

20 reviews

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Telephone:
+1 408-263-4478
Website:
www.alvinsautocenter.com
Address:
1349 Minnis Cir, Milpitas, CA, 95035
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
0.7 miJacklin & Escuela
1.2 miMain & Weller
2.6 miGreat Mall/Main
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Today –
Local time (Milpitas) 04:43 Saturday, 31 May 2025

Business hours

Monday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday –
Sunday –

Description

Specialties

Japanese Cars, European Cars

Acura

BMW

Honda

Hyundai

Hybrids

Infiniti

Isuzu

Kia

Lexus

Mazda

Mercedes Benz

Mini Cooper

Mitsubishi

Nissan

Scion

Subaru

Toyota

Alternators and Starters, Batteries, Brake Repair, Computer Diagnostic and Repair, Cooling System Flush, Drivetrain Service and Repair, Electric Repair, Electrical Repair, Electrical System Diagnosis and Repair, Engine Performance and Tune-​up, European Repair, Foreign Repair, Fuel Injection Diagnosis and Repair, General Repair (Aftermarket), Headlamps and Vehicle Lighting, Heating and Air Conditioning, Import Repair, Japanese Repair, Muffler & Exhaust Repair, New Tire Replacement, Oil Change Facility, Pre-​inspection Car Purchase, Radiator Repair, Scheduled Factory Maintenance, Service Department, Smog Check, State Inspection, Steering and Suspension, Timing Belt Service, Tire & Brake Repair, Tire Repair, Transmission & Clutch Repair, Transmission Fluid Service, Truck Repair, Used Car Evaluations, Wheel Alignment

History

Established in 1992.

Automotive Repairs, ASE Certified Technicans

Meet the Manager

Anthony G.

Manager

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20 reviews of Alvin’s Auto Center

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Place rating: 5
Santa Clara, CA
This shop has become our family’s go to place with all of our cars. Very professional and trustworthy staff. Great pricing too.
Place rating: 4
San Jose, CA
Scheduled an appointment with Alvin later today. Over the phone, he seemed really friendly and flexible in terms of scheduling and his estimate to replace my car battery seems very reasonable. Will update once I have finished with my appointment.
Place rating: 5
San Jose, CA
I booked an appointment for my 30k mile service for my Acura TSX 2012. The entire process was a breeze with real professional service. I got my oil switched to full synthetic and air filter to K&N. They also accommodated my time for the service. My car feel great now.
I would definitely recommend them.
Place rating: 5
Santa Clara, CA
I had my first experience with Alvin’s and could quickly see why they have such great reviews. In particular, Anthony was really easy to work with, friendly, and honest.
They purchased the German mechanic shop next door and kept all their mechanics, so they have experts for all types of cars.
Highly recommend!
Place rating: 5
San Diego, CA
Personally everything about cars is beyond me, yet Anthony will always take the time to explain what car services are being done, what we can put off until next time, and what I need to do better as a car owner so my car doesn’t crap out on me. lol. so I learn a little something here and there. Great customer service, plus who doesn’t love a good family business! I can see why it’s been around for so long.
Place rating: 5
Milpitas, CA
I went to Alvin’s to replace a drive belt/​tensioner this week, Service was excellent and price was reasonable. I can see why their review scores were so high. Will be using them for future services. Glad to have found this place. Thanks for the great work guys.
Place rating: 5
San Jose, CA
Brought my 95 toy. 4runner V6 (167,000 miles) for cold start problem and poor idling.
Alvin and his son, Tony did an excellent job diagnosing and fixing the problem. They will repaired and replaced parts that were ONLY necessary.
Their labor cost was very reasonable in my book (compared to Toyota).
They did a thorough and clean job in my opinion.
These guys are just plain good and honest at what they do period!
I would rather drive a little further to bring my cars here for any repairs from now on.
I highly recommended «Alvin’s auto center» of Milpitas, CA.
I just wish I found them 5 years earlier… Use to bring my truck to toyota and other shops in Fremont… which leaves some sour taste at times.
Place rating: 5
San Jose, CA
I was booked in at the tire place next door (Auto Innovations) to have all my tires replaced & noticed Alvin’s next door. A quick look at the online reviews told me that these guys are frequently very well reviewed so I booked in an oil change & also had a small problem with my car that needed to be investigated as well.
Firstly, the service was excellent, very welcoming & relaxing. I am wary of over charging for parts & labor & my total cost for the few things I had completed was in line with what I would have anticipated.
I also really appreciate it when they take the time to discuss your car & any issues with you & also provide you with good information so that you don’t leave feeling that you have unanswered questions or are unhappy about something.
I have only recently moved to San Jose & will make Alvin’s my regular for future car needs. These guys do practically everything except for tires which is offered by Auto Innovations next door & those guys did an awesome job as well.
Place rating: 5
Los Angeles, CA
I’ve been a customer of Alvin’s Auto Center for the past 3 years. They are always prompt, friendly and knowledgeable. I’ve had oil changes and general maintenance that gives me confidence that my car will continue to run smoothly and safely for years to come — very important to me as I’m the type that holds on to my car for as long as possible.
Their entire staff is friendly and competent, but I have always appreciated Tony explaining to me what is going on with my car and providing options to me of what work I want done to address each issue. I’m sad I’m moving back to LA and having to find my new home base for car work! Thanks for taking care of me and my baby the past few years!
Place rating: 5
Santa Clara, CA
I give reviews for either very poor experiences or very good experiences no in between for me. If I don’t give a review it means my visit was either purely average or nothing special.
Alvin’s auto shop was a very good experience. I did not get any actual auto work done on my car but I will in the future and here’s why.
Took my car in because I heard some humming noise and thought my wheelbearings might have been bad. From the initial phone call to the moment I walked in the customer service and demeanor was excellent very friendly very welcoming. My car was then diagnosed and found out it was my tires that were probably the issue. They took the time to explain to me why it and it all made sense. No charge.
It’s not only the fact there was no charge, but more the whole experience was very friendly, welcoming, and efficient… and then later to find out they were not going to charge me for their time and expertise. I will be back with any car problems in the future and I will be glad to spend my money here.
Place rating: 5
Santa Clara, CA
Been here several times and had a good experience.
First time was when my mom’s car wouldn’t start on a cold winter, had to have the car towed there and Tony said he would check it out. Turns out the car was fine, and i wasn’t charged. Great customer service and you’ve earned my business with your honesty.
Came again recently for a 60k service on another car. Brought the car in the morning, dropped it off, and it was done after several hours. Tony and Alvin were detailed on what needed to be fixed, and let me know the prices before starting. I also liked how they were honest and said some parts didn’t need to be replaced. They could of easily just replaced everything and I wouldn’t know the difference since i’m not a car expert.
Overall, Tony and Alvin run a good business, reasonable prices, fast, honest, and reliable. Will definitely bring back my car here.
Place rating: 5
Financial District, San Francisco, CA
Alvin and Tony have always given me and my family prompt and exceptional service whenever we have issues with any of our cars. Super knowledgable and very trustworthy. 10⁄10 would recommend.
Place rating: 5
Los Angeles, CA
So I thought I would start off my story with the other mechanic I brought my car to. My breaks were squeaking so I went to Aamco on Main street in Milpitas. They resurfaced my rotors and replaced my breaks for a reasonable price. The problem was that I noticed the breaks started making some noise when I came to a complete stop. I brought it back in, and they told me that it wasn’t a brake problem. They said I needed a new control arm assembly which would run around $ 1,400. Something didn’t seem right, and I wanted to get a second opinion.
I settled on Alvin’s auto repair based on the reviews this shop received. Tony was actually the guy who helped me. They checked out the control arm assembly and found nothing wrong. They did ask me about the last time I got my brakes changed because whoever did them used cheap brake pads. He said it was safe to drive and suggested that I don’t replace them as long as the noise didn’t bother me. He didn’t even charge me for the inspection. The next time my brakes need changing I am definitely coming here.
Place rating: 5
Santa Clara, CA
Alvin has earned the trust and respect of many people including mine and my husband’s. He’s very honest and doesn’t try to nickel-​and-​dime you.
Highly recommend!
Place rating: 5
Fremont, CA
The best auto repair shop in the eastbay. Fix perfect the first time and great price and extremely fast and friendly. They will repair any Japanese car. You won’t be disappointed.
Place rating: 5
Union City, CA
My review is based on service and oil change.
My car was alerting me that my engine oil pressure is low, more so today than any day. So called around and see if there’s anything available. When I called, they were willing to accommodate me.
First time coming here, so was alittle lost, but when I got there, I was greeted warmly.
Told them my problem, I didn’t have to ask, but they checked the surroundings of the engine and found them to be ok and there’s no leak.
They even told me that a regular engine oil will be good enough, which all the other places I’ve been to for the past 10years failed to tell me.
They also made suggestion about my blades.
With all things done, I didn’t break my bank.
Hard to find honest businesses nowadays. Overall experience was superb!
Place rating: 5
San Jose, CA
Excellent service and excellent work for affordable prices!
Had some trouble with my Toyota Tacoma awhile back (check engine light was on and kept stalling when I would start it), dropped it off without an appointment and was fixed in a few days. They did a full analysis of the truck and found some additional problems that they rated in terms of importance and I had them fix a few other things as well.
Best part — a month or say later the same problem was happening so I took it back and not only did they fix it for free (turns out the new part was faulty), but Anthony (love him!) kept the truck a few extra days to drive it and make sure all problems were resolved as he didn’t want me to break down on the highway or in the city (I have a long commute).
Excellent work and dedication to service — cannot give a high enough recommendation!
Place rating: 5
San Jose, CA
Brought in my Lexus today for an oil change. Called in before to make an appointment for 11. Got there, was greeted quickly and they took my Lexus in right away. Awesome crew. Will definitely come back for future services.
Place rating: 5
Milpitas, CA
Alvin’s auto center is my worry-​free stop for my cars’ maintenance and problems, period. My family has used their service for several years now. Not once they failed my expectation for great customer services, and their charges are always reasonable.
Yes they are a busy shop, occasionally I need to wait for a few days for maintenance job. But for the urgent issues, they would try to fix it right way.
Place rating: 5
Fremont, CA
Called this place.
From 2 minute of talk I could feel like I would love this place.
Guy was really helpful and friendly