Berkeley Minicar

Berkeley Minicar Asian auto repair & maintenance in Berkeley, CA, specializing in Toyota, Honda, Acura, Lexus & Scion

Berkeley Minicar is an independent auto repair shop that has been servicing Hondas in Berkeley for more than 30 years. Berkeley Minicar takes pride in doing quality work when servicing your car. Our long-term technicians are extremely knowledgeable about the needs and idiosyncrasies of Hondas and Acuras. In fact, many of us worked at Honda dealerships before Berkeley Minicar. We can tell you why t

he engine light is on in your late model Hybrid, while keeping your vintage Civic wagon running smoothly. We always use the best quality parts and the same diagnostic equipment that Honda dealers use, and remain current on all maintenance requirements. We perform all of the services needed to meet or exceed your Honda warranty. You will find that Berkeley Minicar is not your typical garage. Mark (the owner) takes pride in maintaining a clean, neat and organized shop. Many of our technicians have worked with Mark since 1980 and the sense of loyalty and mutual respect are evident in our “family” atmosphere. We all are committed to making sure you, our customers, feel confident that you are receiving the best service value, and experience possible.

• Acura Repair & Maintenance
• Honda Repair & Maintenance
• Lexus Repair & Maintenance
• Scion/Toyota Repair & Maintenance
• Factory Scheduled Services
• Engines & Transmissions
• Steerings, Brakes & Suspension
• L**e, Oil & Filter
• Electrical & AC Repair
• Computer Auto Diagnostics

As a local auto center, the car mechanics at Berkeley Minicar love being able to serve our friends and neighbors in Berkeley, Albany, Richmond, Alameda and the neighboring South Bay communities. To ensure our customers have an excellent experience from the initial quote for the cost of Acura, Honda, Lexus, Scion or Toyota repair, until the time they pick their vehicle up, we’ve made our service process as convenient as possible. We offer options such as early or late drop-off and pickup, shuttle service to the BART station, highly competitive prices, and we provide a 12-month/12,000-mile parts and labor warranty with most services. Above all, we take the time to make sure our customers understand why certain services are necessary to keep their cars on the road. We want you to make an informed decision regarding your vehicle’s repair and maintenance needs. Whether you need complicated repair, or factory auto maintenance in Berkeley for your vehicle, we’re here to help. Give us a call at 510-841-1221 to learn more about our services or to request an appointment or an estimate for expert Acura, Honda, Lexus, Scion, or Toyota repair in Berkeley or the surrounding South Bay areas.

06/18/2026

★★★★★
"Extremely nice and well priced! They quoted me a $185 for a diagnostics but on ended up charging me half because it was a quick diagnostic."
- R.

06/15/2026

★★★★★
"We needed a new battery and they had a next day appointment and replaced the battery with an official Toyota product within a few hours. "
- S. D.

06/12/2026

★★★★★
"My sweet little 2017 Honda Fit developed a crazy rhythmic whacking sound while driving down 101. After pulling off the freeway and looking at my tires, etc, I decided that whatever it was might be dangerous at high speeds, so I had my car towed home, as it was after hours for any garage.

I called Berkeley Mini Car the next morning, brought my car in, and Marquis quickly determined that the issue was NOT dire, but a loose underbody splash shield. They fit me in to their full schedule and had it sorted in less than half an hour, for the price of the clips and a screw: $13.53. They also checked my tires and corrected the air pressure.

I have found my new favorite garage. Honest, kind, friendly people, great work. I'll be back!"
- S. D.

06/07/2026

★★★★★
"Was kept informed of the work with no hassles or problems! Very pleased with everything that transpired."
- R. F.

06/04/2026

★★★★★
"Berkeley minicar is the best service I have obtained on my car. I took my car to check AC not working. They did a full diagnostic. They researched and found out there was an extended warranty on the AC failure for my Honda. They contacted the Honda dealership and noted the issue to them. I then took my car to the Honda dealership and got the AC fixed for $0 !! If this is not above and beyond excellent service I frankly don’t know what is! Thank you Berkeley minicar for saving my close to $1500! You have me as a loyal customer!"
- J. A.

06/01/2026

★★★★★
"Berkeley Minicar did a fine job servicing my Toyota Prius Prime and it cost less than the shop I used before. I will return here for future service."
- R. C.

05/29/2026

★★★★★
"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Berkeley Minicar provided outstanding customer service from beginning to end.

Had a really great experience here from start to finish! What I appreciated most was the communication—they kept me updated every day on what was being done and how much everything would cost, which made the whole process way less stressful.

My car had been sitting untouched at another shop for three weeks, so I was relieved to finally get it back running better than it has in a long time. They replaced the mass airflow sensor, worked on the serpentine belt and pulley system, changed the oil, serviced the transmission fluid, rotated the tires, topped off all the fluids, and even charged the battery.

Everyone was super friendly, honest, and easy to work with throughout the entire process. My car honestly feels brand new again. Definitely a 10/10 experience, and I’d totally recommend them to anyone looking for a trustworthy mechanic."
- J. S.

05/26/2026

★★★★★
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- C. M.

05/23/2026

★★★★★
"The service and personal interest is unsurpassed. They go out of their way to serve their customers in the best possible way at all times. Thank you!"
- C. N.

05/20/2026

★★★★★
"Brian was helpful and clear, provided advice that helped me decide what repairs I could afford now and what I can do later. He worked to get me a loaner car to make the repair schedule work for me."
- J. F.

Address

2498 San Pablo Avenue
Berkeley, CA
94702

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+15108411221

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