Berkeley Auto Repair - The Model Garage

Independent Auto Repair
SINCE 1981

Independent Auto Repair
SINCE 1981

SPRING SPECIAL

Your car needs a little TLC as we head into the warmer months. Make sure it is up to date on recommended maintenance, if you are up to date bring in your car for peace of mind. We will perform the following visual inspections before you take that trip:

Belts, hoses and exhaust system.
Cooling system including the radiator, water pump, reservoir bottle, cap and coolant level.
A/C operation, quick check of temperature at the dash vent and proper operation.
Wiper blades, wiper and washer operation, add washer fluid if needed.
Inspect all of the tire for damage and wear as well as set the pressures to specification including the spare if it is accessible.
Check for the jack and related tools.

We hope to see you soon!

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welcome to THE MODEL GARAGE

Your Quality Berkeley Auto Repair

The Model Garage is an independent auto repair shop located in south Berkeley California, with over 41 years of serving Berkeley, the entire Bay Area and beyond. We specialize in Acura, Honda, Lexus, Toyota, Scion and Subaru vehicles. Our certified technicians are trained in all aspects of diagnosis and maintenance of your vehicle using the latest in dealer level computer equipment and specialty tools.

We have current factory diagnostic systems for all of the cars we service. Our five mechanics are conscientious professionals who will keep your car purring. We offer, customer-friendly service and repair. In business since 1981, we love dealing with the customers in our area. Quality and honesty are our strengths.

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Our highly qualified technicians have proven themselves and continue to strive for perfection. We are near BART, bus, and Berkeley Bowl. We want to be your one stop shop, and can ensure that you will be leaving happy and satisfied with the work that we do. We guarantee that with our 1 year or 12,000 mile warranty. You will drive your car out of our shop confident that it has been properly serviced or repaired.

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what people say about us

The best, most reliable, honest, garage in Berkeley. The staff is super nice and incredibly knowledgeable. You know you are getting top notch service when you leave your car with them!

5 star review by Lorrie G.

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services WE OFFER

scheduled Maintenance

Alternator REPAIR

Engine SERVICES

Brakes REPAIR

suspension repair

Battery

Timing Belts

Computer Diagnostic

Cooling System

Exhaust and Mufflers

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Specializing in Lexus, Subaru and Toyota including Hybrids

Independent Auto Repair Shop in Berkeley specializing in Lexus, Subaru and Toyota including hybrids

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