Water Star Motors

Water Star Motors Water Star Motors has served the greater Santa Cruz area since 1993. Jeff is certified by the state of California do perform smog inspections and smog repairs.

🌟 Locally owned & operated since ‘93
🚘 Experts in all your auto care needs
🏆 Premier 3 Year/36,000 mile warranty
🛠️ ARD 304821
Call 831-457-0996 • Text 831-337-0344 Locally owned and operated by Leslie and Jeff Moore with their motto "Clean, Green Automotive Repair Team" you begin to get an idea of what this unique auto repair facility has to offer Santa Cruz's automotive community. Jeff Moore is

an ASE certified master technician with special certifications for advanced level diagnostics (L1) and light duty diesel diagnostics and repair (A9). Jeff was trained by the City of Santa Cruz and is a certified Master Recycler for the city and the Water Star Motors team of highly trained automotive technicians and service advisors are fully committed to minimizing their impact on the environment and they approach every challenge with a focus on reduce, reuse or recycle. Santa Cruz is an eco-friendly community and Water Star Motors is fully aligned with that mission. They were the first to become Green Certified in Santa Cruz County. Not only are their automotive technicians and service advisors Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certified, ASE Master-Certified and ASE Hybrid Certified and ASE Electric Vehicle Certified. They are fully trained in ways to cut down on waste and reuse, recycle or re-purpose. Water Star Motors knows what it means to stand for a cause and how to best serve the local Santa Cruz community… through their green efforts, high standards on the service floor and overall high standards of integrity and care for each individual auto repair client that walks in their door; we are above the bar. Water Star Motors is a mechanically and environmentally conscious auto repair shop that has the highest trained automotive technicians ready to work on all European, Japanese and American models. One of the best in the Santa Cruz area. Stop by Water Star Motors and help yourself to the always-full candy vessel, fresh coffee or an ice cold soda and say “Hello.” Our Clean, Green Automotive Repair Team is here to welcome you and service your vehicle!

Looking for a local Toyota expert to work on your vehicle? At Water Star, our team has many years of experience working ...
09/01/2026

Looking for a local Toyota expert to work on your vehicle? At Water Star, our team has many years of experience working at Toyota dealerships ✅
Plus, all our technicians and service advisors are ASE certified. We also offer a 3 year/36,000 mile warranty on the work performed 🙌

Trust us for reliable service and maintenance to keep your car running at its best! 🌟

Check out our website or give us a call to learn more!

Labor Day Savings Start Now 🇺🇸🛠️💪We would like to wish you and your family a happy and safe Labor Day! Whether you’re st...
08/25/2026

Labor Day Savings Start Now 🇺🇸🛠️💪

We would like to wish you and your family a happy and safe Labor Day! Whether you’re staying local or traveling for the holiday weekend, let us make sure your vehicle is in tip top shape. Take advantage of our September Savings, starting NOW 👏💯

Water Star Motors has prepared several Specials for your clients as a sign of our appreciation. Choose one and bring it on your next visit to us.

Fur-baby Friday 🐶 please meet Cherry Bomb 😍💛 Definitely one of the cutest fur babies we’ve ever met 🐾💯
08/21/2026

Fur-baby Friday 🐶 please meet Cherry Bomb 😍💛 Definitely one of the cutest fur babies we’ve ever met 🐾💯

Noodle Time YUM! 😋 Thank you for the delicious meal 🍽️ Our team is full and happy 👏😎
08/20/2026

Noodle Time YUM! 😋 Thank you for the delicious meal 🍽️ Our team is full and happy 👏😎

WHATEVER IT TAKES 👏 At Water Star, we do whatever is necessary to get the job done right ✅ You can count on us. Visit ou...
08/18/2026

WHATEVER IT TAKES 👏

At Water Star, we do whatever is necessary to get the job done right ✅

You can count on us. Visit our website, stop by or give us a call to set up an appointment and experience the honest, reliable, and professional service you deserve 🌟😎

Stop by Water Star Motors in Santa Cruz - our Serene, Green Auto Repair Team is here to welcome and service your vehicle! All our mechanics are ASE-certified.

⭐️ 200+ years of Automotive Repair Experience⭐️ AAA 2025 Top Shop Winner⭐️ 57+ years of Dealership Experience ⭐️ Technic...
08/12/2026

⭐️ 200+ years of Automotive Repair Experience
⭐️ AAA 2025 Top Shop Winner
⭐️ 57+ years of Dealership Experience
⭐️ Technicians and Service Advisors are Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certified, ASE Master-Certified, ASE Hybrid Certified and ASE Electric Vehicle Certified
⭐️ First Green Certified Auto Repair Business in the City of Santa Cruz
⭐️ Premier 3 year/36,000 mile warranty
⭐️ Locally owned and family operated small business

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You deserve the best. Visit our website, stop by or give us a call to set up an appointment and experience the honest, reliable, and professional service you deserve 🤩👏

Stop by Water Star Motors in Santa Cruz - our Serene, Green Auto Repair Team is here to welcome and service your vehicle! All our mechanics are ASE-certified.

Fur-baby Friday 🐶 our furry friends from Santa Cruz Auto Works are always riding in style 😎🤙 Love to see it! 🤩
08/07/2026

Fur-baby Friday 🐶 our furry friends from Santa Cruz Auto Works are always riding in style 😎🤙 Love to see it! 🤩

Do you own a Hybrid or Electric vehicle? 🌎♻️At Water Star, all our Technicians and Service Advisors are ASE Certified an...
08/04/2026

Do you own a Hybrid or Electric vehicle? 🌎♻️

At Water Star, all our Technicians and Service Advisors are ASE Certified and experts when it comes to Hybrid and Electric vehicles. Our team has the knowledge to maintain and repair these advanced vehicles, ensuring they operate at peak performance 🌟

P.S - Water Star Motors was the first Green Certified Auto Repair Business in the City of Santa Cruz 💚

Trust us to provide the expert care your eco-friendly ride deserves. Visit our website or give us a call to schedule an appointment ✅

Stop by Water Star Motors in Santa Cruz - our Serene, Green Auto Repair Team is here to welcome and service your vehicle! All our mechanics are ASE-certified.

Are you ready for the heat? ☀️🔥😎 Let our team help keep you (and your furry friends) nice and cool with an A/C Performan...
07/28/2026

Are you ready for the heat? ☀️🔥😎 Let our team help keep you (and your furry friends) nice and cool with an A/C Performance check ❄️🧊🤙

Whether it’s routine maintenance or something more, you can depend on us 👏

Visit our website, stop by or give us a call to set up an appointment and experience the honest, reliable, and professional service you deserve 🤩

Stop by Water Star Motors in Santa Cruz - our Serene, Green Auto Repair Team is here to welcome and service your vehicle! All our mechanics are ASE-certified.

07/21/2026

AAA 2025 Top Shop Winner 🏆🌟

We’re excited to share that Water Star Motors has been selected as the AAA 2025 Top Shop Winner 🥇

Water Star Motors was chosen as the Top Shop out of more than 400 Approved Auto Repair facilities, based on:

* Customer satisfaction
* Technician & Service Advisor qualifications
* Community Reputation
* Overall Service Excellence

Proud moment for our team 👏

Thank you for supporting a locally owned and family operated small business 💛

Address

318 A River Street
Santa Cruz, CA
95060

Opening Hours

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

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