Burbank Auto Repair

My family has always put our trust in Chalard's business. Honest, reliable and dependable, he was the only mechanic we trusted...I speak in past tense because he just recently sold the business and is RETIRING. He's going to be hard to replace; mechanics like him are a rare find.

Already enough reviews praising Chalard so I'll keep it short. He's worked on my cars for at least the last 8 years and now works on most of my friends' and family's cars. Always prompt and charges less than you would expect.

Chalard to the rescue! I have been having some transmission problems recently... I did not know that Chalard even worked on those kinds of issues... but thankfully, he does. I got 3 different quotes to get a new transmission. 3000 from the dealer. 2000 for a rebuilt one at a local transmission shop. 1750 at a different transmission shop. My car is 11 years old and is in otherwise great shape... but the blue book value is only around 3500... so I was thinking about possibly getting a whole new car. As a hail mary, I brought it to Chalard to take a look at. He is not a man of many words, but I agreed to leave it with him for a day. The following day he called me and said that he was looking for a used transmission to put in. The next day he called me to tell me that it was done. Total price tag $750!!! I picked up my car the next day and drove away. I noticed a few problems with that transmission (which came with a 90 day warranty from the junk yard) so I brought the car back in to him. He had to replace that transmission with a different one... and after testing it himself, he realized that THAT transmission also was no good. So, he put a third in. I picked up my car a week ago and it feels like I am driving a brand new car. And what did Chalard charge me for all of the extra work that him and his employees put into my 3 transmission car? Nothing. I only paid the 750 that he charged me to originally to fix my car. He is a wonderful man with a kind heart. It truly makes him happy to see others happy. Thanks Chalard... for everything. If only everyone ran a business like you.

I almost don't want anyone to know about Chalard because I consider him "MY" mechanic. That wouldn't be fair though so I decided to write this review. This place is the best. Yes things may look like it's in disarray up front with all of those cars there, but that just means Chalard is putting in work as usual. An honest mechanic and an exceptional one on top of that, this place has serviced my family's cars for many years and we will keep coming back.

Chalard is the best and sweetest man ever. He has been my families mechanic for as long as I can remember. He is honest, quick and his prices are great. He doesn't nickle and dime you for everything. If there is mechanic that I trust it is this man.

Charlard's Auto Repair is the best Auto mechanic shop you will find in Los Angeles. He is one of the few mechanics I ever met out here with any integrity. I was referred to him six years ago and have stuck with him ever since. He and his team are outstanding. They offer the best service, price and honesty that you will find only at this establishment. Charlard has always come through for me and my Toyota has run great because of him. I tell all my friends and people that need a mechanic to go to them. After I send them they always call me back thanking me so much and raving about them. Then they send their friends. Charlard who owns the place is a wonderful person as well. I would never think of bringing my car anywhere else as long as I live in Los Angeles.

This guy is a true gem. A co-worker of mine referred me to him several years ago. I've only gone to him for routine maintenance but he's honest and won't charge you an arm and leg. I was quoted $700 from the dealer. Chalard charged me a fraction of the cost.

I have been using Charlard for at least 12-15 years. He is the most honest mechanic you will ever find. I had a starter replaced recently. Other place quoted $350. He charged $150.00 and discovered after replacing it that it had a defect. He replaced it immediately, saying he would not let me leave the lot until it was perfect. I used to get my oil changes there, but you have to leave the car all day as he works it in and I used to walk to his shop..2 miles each way. Can't do it now, so I am only able to use him for major things. Wouldn't go to anyone else. He's the best. I

We blew the engine on our 2005 Chrysler Town and Country.. when the tow truck brought the van over to his shop Chalard paid the driver.. nice! He quoted us $1600 for the heads and then discovered a piston was shot too but didn't charge us more, the part was $400. He also fixed my door locking problem and some other minor repairs.. all inclusive. We were quoted $3000 by another mechanic. Very nice man and to the point. No BS

Best auto repair shop by far - fast and pricing is amazing! I highly recommend Chalard!