Blue Ribbon Automotive & Smog / Bakersfield, California

Rating: ★★★★

Auto Repair & Service, Automobile Inspection Stations & Services, Automobile Diagnostic Service

Address: 6600 Schirra Ct, Bakersfield

Postal code: 93313

Phone: (661) 398-0305

Automobile Inspection Stations & Services, Auto Repair & Service, Automobile Diagnostic Service

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Maybe good to locals or for regular service/repair, but don`t bother taking a car here for a pre-purchase auto inspection. When buying a used car from a private seller you want piece of mind the car is mechanically sound by taking it to a qualified mechanic for an inspection. I read so many great reviews about Blue Ribbon, I thought this is the place to go! Waited an hour and after the 30 point inspection, the m... view moreechanic gave the car a clean bill of health. Since I had previous problems with oil leaks/seepage from a prior car I owned, I SPECIFICALLY ASKED if there were any he could find on this car, he said NO. This was on Sat. 9/8. Car needed re-smog, took it on 9/11/12 and to my shock the 1st thing the mechanic mentioned is an oil leak! Not a new one, not one that could have happened on the two hour drive home, but a clearly visible one if you just get on your hands and knees and look under the front of the car (which he had me do). When I asked if this could have been missed by the pre-purchase inspection we just had done, he said any competent mechanic during a GOOD inspection should not have missed it. When I called Blue Ribbon, receptionist put me on hold for the owner. 30 seconds later she was back on saying "he said" (the owner) to bring it back to take a look at it. I told her a 2 hour drive back would not be worth it and left it at that. I later received a voice message from the owner . He let me know he spoke to the tech who performed the inspection and wanted to talk to me about what the tech had said he told me about the car. Well I`m not one for he said, she said, who`s right who`s wrong. The fact is, I took it to Blue Ribbon for a prepurchase auto inspection to make sure the car was mechanically sound and a clearly visible ongoing oil leak was not caught by his technician. I don`t know what happened, all I know is either the tech is lazy or not as qualified as he thinks. Maybe Blue Ribbon`s idea of a pre-purchase inspection doesn`t include looking under the car or beyond what they can stand there and see, then pass it as mechanically sound and collet their $90 fee. But if you want to protect your investment, find a repair shop that does perform a GOOD and THOROUGH auto inspection by a truly qualified technician!

HelpfulReview / 9/12/2012

My roommates car was due for a smog & we saw Blue Ribbon`s adorable commercial on tv so we thought we`d give them a try. Nicest people ever. Thay have earned two new customers and hopefully many of our friends and family as we are already passing their name around. Thank you Blue Ribbon.

SassyAbby / 4/27/2012

You get a Blue Ribbon for 1st Place & Blue Ribbon Automotive lives up to it`s name. They are #1. The best automotive shop in Bakersfield. The owner Mike is one of the nicest people I`ve ever met. He explains things so a normal person, who knows nothing about cars, can understand. I`ve been there twice & there were different girls in the front office each time but they are so friendly & make you feel right... view more at home. Deanna is one of their names & she is just awesome. I think the other girl is Mike`s stepdaughter. She is very sweet. I`ve only lived here for a couple years but I sure wish I would`ve found Blue Ribbon when I first moved here. I was totally ripped off by one of their neighboring competitors. I highly recommend Blue Ribbon to everyone in Bakersfield. Don`t be fooled by any of the neighboring businesses. Blue Ribbon is the Best. Lisa

IBELISALISA / 4/18/2012

I went to this shop for the first time after too many bad expirrences at the place right next door. This is exactly what you should expect from a service shop. They won my business. I didn`t have to wait and they were friendly and helpful. Coming Back!!

Crash1040 / 3/13/2012

Been going to another smog shop for along time, I once tough it was the greats shops in town, Im wrong, blue ribbon showed me what good service really is, the girls in the office are so nice, mike he did a great repair for me, I had now idea mike owned the place and fixes the cars also, pretty look. Brian

ladysman / 3/5/2012

I was meet by a friendly staff and quick service. I will recommend their company to family and friends.

Jaflores / 2/28/2012

All I can say is this shop has my business for life. I have been ripped off so many times by other shops in that area & was ready to give up to another part of town. But then I walked through the doors of Blue Ribbon ... What a joy. The most friendly people & the new owner Mike, well let me say, he is one smart guy. He goes out of his way to explain things in a way no other mechanic has ever done. Had to leav... view moree my car overnight but that was okay. Great work, great price, great new place to call my own. I would highly recommend this shop. Peace & Love Blue Ribbon.

gayleroberts10 / 2/9/2012

I went to Blue Ribbon Automotive & Smog about two weeks ago and the people working there are so nice, helpful and they have very good bedside manner! I initially walked in to the place right next door first and after speaking with the rude lady at the front desk for 1 minute I new I was in the wrong place. The people working at Blue Ribbon Auto are so sweet and they actually care about their customers, it shows! ... view more Janice

Coolettte / 2/6/2012

AMAZING! I recently had a problem with the breaks on my car and was not sure where to take it. A Friend of mine recomended Blue Ribbon Automotive. I was greated in a very friendly manner from one of the Girls. The Owner, Mike Myers, explained everything to me. I was shocked! Most Owners do not take the time to talk to you. Me being young i had tons of questions and he answered them all. I ended up getting my car f... view moreixed that same day with a great warranty. Thank You Blue Ribbon!!!

Nicolette12 / 2/4/2012

I took my vehicle in for front wheel bearing replacement, and not only was the price more than reasonable (rather than me spendng my time to do it) but was done professionaly (as one would expect) and done very time effciently. Thanks a lot for your hard work Blue Ribbon.

Shannon87K5 / 2/3/2012

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