LAKE FOREST AUTO REPAIR

I took my Porsche to 2 different smog centers and both refused to perform the smog (too difficult). I visited L&M Automotive, and they welcomed me, got my car in right away, offered me delicious coffee, and while I waited the owner was kind enough to take the time to chat with/educate me on car waxing procedures & options. All in all, a five-star experience with L&M and I will for sure be bringing my Prius there for maintenance.

Thanks for checking the tires on my Ford truck. I didn't think about the recent cold weather being a factor! Took the RX8 in for inspection - seemed like the back end shocks/struts had fsiled; resulting in a hard bump when leaving driveways. Turns one of them had failed after 14 years. Thanks guys for fixing it quickly, only took a couple of days! Read more Took the 2001 Ford Ranger in for an inspection. It had been starting slugishly for months. Everything's good excepr it needed a new battery. I'll be driving it more frequently now! Thanks guys! Read more Just picked up our motorhome, the team fixed a couple of items from our last RV trip. As always, we appreciate their attention to detail and wonderful customer service! We'll be back soon! Read more Took the Saturn with a failed rear window (electric). Wouldn't close all the way. Emerson immediately knew how to fix it! He had the parts the following day, and we picked up the car. Awesome job, Emerson!! Bob Read more Late last week I received an email from L&M letting me know about their "Spring Fling" maintenance special. I've had the 2001 Ford Ranger XLT since my youngest son, Aaron handed me back the truck (as promised many years ago). He took great care maintaining it, and almost 190,000 miles on it, truck runs great. It was due for an LOF, and the special through in a wash (it was filthy), tire rotation, new wiper blades, and a multipoint inspection. Amazing! And because of that, I now know that the power steering pump needs replacing. It's original equipment, so I'm not surprised. Thanks guys, see you soon! Read more Yesterday, I called early to see if the great L&M team had time for a LOF for my Mazda RX-8. Ken said sure, come right over. In no time at all they took great care of the car! They always check a ton of items and they always let you know if additional service might be needed. I'll be back in a couple of weeks to have the rear brakes done, because if you wait too long, the brake job gets more costly. Read more I took our 16 year old Saturn (168,000+ miles) in for a LOF, and told them the RH turn signal was flashing really fast, at times. Turns it was just a bulb problem. Another bulb needed replacing in the dashboard display area. Thanks again to everyone @ L&M, especially Kevin for going the extra mile for us! I'll be back next week for a LOF for my Mazda RX-8! Read more I took our 16 year old Saturn (168,000+ miles) in for a LOF, and told them the RH turn signal was flashing really fast, at times. Turns it was just a bulb problem. Another bulb needed replacing in the dashboard display area. Thanks again to everyone @ L&M, especially Kevin for going the extra mile for us! I'll be back next week for a LOF for my Mazda RX-8! Read more Drove the Saturn L300 to L&M Thursday afternoon, with very weird things happening. First the battery lite came on, flashing, then went solid then disappeared. Then the Speedometer and Tach dials started acting erratically. The crack team at L&M diagnosed it as a faulty Alternator. After 16 years, it started overcharging, causing the problem. They had it fixed with a new Alternator by Friday afternoon! Outstanding customer service, as usual! Read more I've been coming to L&M for over 20 years, and Charlie and his team have always had top-notch service, great warranties, fair prices. You always get the right process to maintain your car. I highly recommend this shop! Read more

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Great attitudes, willing to go to bat for you with insurance companies. Definitely will be returning!

First time visit at L&M. Was initially apprehensive to take my 530i BMW, but was relieved to see they had a lot of BMW's and other European cars for repairs. Replaced my wiper fluid reservoir at a reasonable cost. An honest and fair place. Will surely be using them for future work

So I'm so happy I found L&M Automotive. All the guys there are awesome, friendly and very helpful. Owner Charlie is very informative and willing to work with me and help me out with my car needs. I plan to recommend L&M to my family and friends. Thank you L&M for helping me out!

Amazing Local Automotive Shop! Friendly, courteous and knowledgeable. I have taken them cars ranging from a Jeep Grand Cherokee to a Porsche Cayenne Turbo for both issues and maintenance. They are always making sure their customer is happy with the finished product and can save you a ton compared to the dealer for Brakes, Rotors, Filters and any maintenance. We never take our cars anywhere else! Give them a shot if you haven't already, you won't be sorry.

Went in for a smog check and they were super helpful (and quick). I appreciate the great service and all their recommendations. I feel like they went above and beyond to provide quality work with a smile. :)

Oops! I came to this place by mistake (I had a coupon for another place in the same center). I should have realized this because the communication with the team here was so much more pleasant than the "discount" service center. When I realized the mistake, the team was very accommodating and brought my car around immediately. I asked them for their price and it was just slightly higher - but I'm willing to pay more for better service and confidence. The service was fantastic! Mike took the time to explain the service (and other things he found). No upselling, no pressure. And they delivered the service for the exact price they said they would. And they were finished when they said they would be. I priced out some previous services from the dealership with L&M and wish I had found them sooner. This is the first place I'm going for any vehicle service in the future.

Took my car to L & M for it to be smog-certified. So, big deal on a smog certification? The friendliness of staff and the comfort in our trust that they extend means the most to us! I'll be going back for other car service needs!