Toriumi's Auto Repair
Your car service in Watsonville, CA!
Welcome to Toriumi's Auto Repair, serving the Watsonville, CA community with high-quality maintenance and repair services for all makes and models.
Our team of experienced and certified mechanics is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and ensuring that your vehicle is running at its best. Whether you need routine maintenance, such as an oil change or tire rotation, or more extensive repairs, we’ve got you covered. Toriumi's Auto Repair understands that your vehicle is an important part of your daily life, which is why we strive to make the repair process as smooth and convenient as possible. We also provide competitive pricing, transparent estimates, and a quick turnaround time, so you can get back on the road with confidence.
At Toriumi's Auto Repair, we use the latest technology and equipment to diagnose and repair your vehicle’s issues efficiently and effectively. We also stand behind our work with a guarantee, so you can trust that your vehicle is in good hands. Contact us today to schedule an appointment or stop by our shop to see why we’re the premier choice for auto repair in Watsonville, CA.
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Toriumi's Auto Repair
38 Menker St
Watsonville, CA 95076-4915
(831) 728-7758
Shop Hours
Mon-Fri: 8am-5pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
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Family-owned business supporting our local community for nearly forty years. Inspired by the Hotrod movement from the 50s to 70s to the new generation of transportation ahead. Most importantly maintaining the working people’s vehicles to keep them moving and living throughout our ever-changing industry.
“From Hotrods to farm trucks” our main focus is to cater to our local demographic and support a quick turnaround so families and businesses can get back to one of the most important tools in their lives, driving. Here we promise to be as real and flexible with our customers’ needs and want to support what everyone wants when they bring their vehicle to a shop, and that is meeting a real person giving real facts and not taking advantage of unfortunate situations that many have to face when dealing with their vehicles. Are you ready to experience the best Watsonville car service available?
Please give us a call or make an appointment here.
About Toriumi's Auto Repair
About Toriumi's Auto Repair
Family-owned business supporting our local community for nearly forty years. Inspired by the Hotrod movement from the 50s to 70s to the new generation of transportation ahead. Most importantly maintaining the working people’s vehicles to keep them moving and living throughout our ever-changing industry. “From Hotrods to farm trucks” our main focus is to cater to our local demographic and support a quick turnaround so families and businesses can get back to one of the most important tools in their lives, driving.
Here we promise to be as real and flexible with our customers’ needs and want to support what everyone wants when they bring their vehicle to a shop, and that is meeting a real person giving real facts and not taking advantage of unfortunate situations that many have to face when dealing with their vehicles.
Are you ready to experience the best Watsonville car service available? Please give us a call or make an appointment here.
The Absolute Best Car Service
What sets Toriumi's Auto Repair apart from all of the others in Watsonville, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Watsonville, CA, it’s all about earning loyalty and trust by doing our very best every day. We are determined to earn and keep your trust.
Talent: At Toriumi's Auto Repair, you can rest easy knowing that our highly skilled, experienced auto service professionals are handling your car. Our technicians bring years of experience, skill, and education to the Watsonville auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top-quality car service in Watsonville, CA, and we take the time to talk to you about what that means. We listen to you so we understand your needs and goals for your auto repair.
The Absolute Best Car Service
What sets Toriumi's Auto Repair apart from all of the others in Watsonville, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Watsonville, CA, it’s all about earning loyalty and trust by doing our very best every day. We are determined to earn and keep your trust.
Talent: At Toriumi's Auto Repair, you can rest easy knowing that our highly skilled, experienced auto service professionals are handling your car. Our technicians bring years of experience, skill, and education to the Watsonville auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top-quality car service in Watsonville, CA, and we take the time to talk to you about what that means. We listen to you so we understand your needs and goals for your auto repair.
Recently Serviced Vehicles
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2018 Honda CR-V
Mileage97,003Service Date5/6/2026Services Performed- CHANGE OIL AND FILTER LUBE CHASSIS WHERE NECESSARY. BRAKE MATERIAL REMAINING F 11/32 R 6/32 TIRE PRESSURE CHECK AND INFLATE SERVICE 33 RIGHT FRONT 33 LEFT FRONT 33 RIGHT REAR 33 LEFT REAR 60 SPARE 12.22 VOLTS AT 660 CC AMPS. 100% BATTERY TEST. -34 COOLANT TEMP AN INSPECTION OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE MADE. ITEMS CHECKED OKAY PROBLEMS FOUND AIR FILTER—————OKAY EXTERIOR LIGHTS——RIGHT FOG LIGHT OUT , REPLACED BULB BELTS———————OKAY HOSES——————–OKAY WINDSHIELD WIPERS–OKAY TIRES ROTATED———YES F 5-6/32 R 4-5/32 FLUID LEVELS———–TOPPED OFF SUSPENSION————-MILD SUSPENSION NOISE FROM UPPER STRUT MOUNT WHEN TURNING . UNDER CARRIAGE——OKAY
- DRAIN AND FILL COOLANT SYSTEM. ADD RECOMMENDED COOLANT, PRESSURIZE SYSTEM AND CHECK FOR LEAKS. ROAD TEST VEHICLE AND RECHECK FOR LEAKS. TOP OFF COOLANT LEVEL IF NECESSARY.
- PERFORMED TRANSMISSION FLUID DRAIN AND FILL . CONFIRMED CORRECT FLUID LEVEL AFTER DRIVING VEHICLE TO OPERATING TEMPERATURE .
MARY M. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/6/2026 -
2023 Toyota Corolla
Mileage39,689Service Date5/5/2026Services Performed- REMOVE AND REPLACE TIRE, ADD RECOMMENDED TIRE PRESSURE, BALANCE TIRE.
- PERFORM 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENT, CENTER STEERING WHEEL, ROAD TEST.
SOPHIA V. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/6/2026 -
2021 Toyota RAV4
Mileage72,691Service Date5/4/2026Services Performed- CHANGE OIL AND FILTER LUBE CHASSIS WHERE NECESSARY. BRAKE MATERIAL REMAINING F 10/32 R 9/32 TIRE PRESSURE CHECK AND INFLATE SERVICE 33 RIGHT FRONT 33 LEFT FRONT 33 RIGHT REAR 33 LEFT REAR 60 SPARE 12.2 VOLTS AT 374 CC AMPS. 100% BATTERY TEST. -25 COOLANT TEMP AN INSPECTION OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE MADE. ITEMS CHECKED OKAY PROBLEMS FOUND AIR FILTER—————OKAY EXTERIOR LIGHTS——OKAY BELTS———————OKAY HOSES——————–OKAY WINDSHIELD WIPERS–STREAKY , REPLACED TIRES ROTATED———YES F 10/32 R 9/32 FLUID LEVELS———–TOPPED OFF SUSPENSION————-OKAY UNDER CARRIAGE——OKAY
BOBBI JO P. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/5/2026 -
2018 Chrysler Pacifica
Mileage117,940Service Date4/30/2026Services Performed- SCANNED FOR FAULT CODE FOUND CODE PO305 MISFIRE CYLINDER 5 . REMOVED IGNITION COIL AND SPARK PLUG ON CYLINDER 5 . PRESSURE TESTED COOLING SYSTEM AND FOUND COOLANT LEAKING INTO CYLINDER5 . RECOMMEND TO REPLACE HEAD GASKETS .
- CYLINDER HEAD GASKET – Remove & Replace – Gas Both Sides – [Includes: Remove carbon and check surfaces for warpage. Includes adjust Valves (where applicable) and clean and adjust Spark Plugs.]
- CLEANED HEADS , PRESSURE TESTED AND RESURFACED .
JUSTIN & JUDITH B. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/30/2026 -
2015 Lexus GX 460
Mileage102,068Service Date4/29/2026Services Performed- SCANNED FOR FAULT CODES , FOUND CODE P006A MAP – Mass or Volume Air Flow Correlation . SMOKE TESTED VEHICLE FOR VACUUM LEAKS , NO LEAKS FOUND . PERFORMED EGR FUNCTION TEST , FOUND VALVE TO BE STUCK OPEN . RECOMMEND TO REPLACE EGR .
- REMOVED AND REPLACE EGR VALVE . CLEARED FAULT CODES AND TEST DROVE VEHICLE . NO CODES RETURNED AND ENGINE RUNS GOOD NOW .
ISREAL G. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/29/2026 -
2004 Dodge Dakota
Mileage216,760Service Date4/21/2026Services Performed- INSPECTED POWER STEERING HOSES , FOUND POWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSE IS LEAKING . RECOMMEND TO REPLACE POWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSE AND REINSPECT FOR ADDITIONAL LEAKS .
- REMOVED POWER STEERING HOSE FROM PUMP AND FOUND SEAL TORN . REPLACED SEAL AND TEST DROVE VEHICLE . CONFIRMED POWER STEERING HOSE NO LONGER LEAKING .
- CHANGE OIL AND FILTER LUBE CHASSIS WHERE NECESSARY. BRAKE MATERIAL REMAINING F 8/32 R 13/32 TIRE PRESSURE CHECK AND INFLATE SERVICE 35 RIGHT FRONT 35 LEFT FRONT 35 RIGHT REAR 35 LEFT REAR 35 SPARE 12.50 VOLTS AT 930 CC AMPS. 100% BATTERY TEST. -20 COOLANT TEMP AN INSPECTION OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE MADE. ITEMS CHECKED OKAY PROBLEMS FOUND AIR FILTER—————OKAY EXTERIOR LIGHTS——OKAY BELTS———————OKAY HOSES——————–OKAY WINDSHIELD WIPERS–OKAY TIRES ROTATED———YES , ALL TIRES AT 12/32 FLUID LEVELS———–TOPPED OFF SUSPENSION————-UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINT HAVE SLIGHT PLAY UNDER CARRIAGE——POWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSE LEAKING , REAR WHEEL STUD THREADS DAMAGED , REPLACED REAR WHEEL STUD AND LUG NUT .
IVAN D. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/23/2026 -
2010 Toyota Venza
Mileage153,662Service Date4/20/2026Services Performed- Remove and re install four wheels and rear brake drums to inspect brake condition. Inspect entire system for leaks. Lining remaining is: Front (5/32) Rear (1/32)
- Replace rear brake pad linings and replace rear brake disc rotors. Clean and lubricate brake calipers and slide mechanisms. Check and fill brake fluid. Bleed air from system. Road test vehicle.
STEPHANIE S. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/20/2026 -
2010 Toyota Tundra
Mileage297,860Service Date4/16/2026Services Performed- DOOR MIRROR – Remove & Replace – Assembly, Each – [DOES NOT include refinishing (where applicable).]
CATHY D. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/17/2026 -
2018 Toyota 4Runner
Mileage80,441Service Date4/13/2026Services Performed- Remove and re install four wheels and rear brake drums to inspect brake condition. Inspect entire system for leaks. Lining remaining is: Front ( 2-3 /32) Rear ( 4/32)
- Replace front brake pad linings and replace front brake disc rotors. Clean and lubricate brake calipers and slide mechanisms. Check and fill brake fluid. Bleed air from system. Road test vehicle.
RICK H. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/13/2026 -
2015 Honda Civic
Mileage80,066Service Date4/9/2026Services Performed- CHANGE OIL AND FILTER LUBE CHASSIS WHERE NECESSARY. BRAKE MATERIAL REMAINING F 11/32 R 4/32 DRUMS TIRE PRESSURE CHECK AND INFLATE SERVICE 30 RIGHT FRONT 30 LEFT FRONT 30 RIGHT REAR 30 LEFT REAR 60 SPARE 12.37 VOLTS AT 518 CC AMPS. 100% BATTERY TEST. -60 COOLANT TEMP AN INSPECTION OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE MADE. ITEMS CHECKED OKAY PROBLEMS FOUND AIR FILTER—————OKAY EXTERIOR LIGHTS——OKAY BELTS———————CRACKING , REPLACED BELT HOSES——————–OKAY WINDSHIELD WIPERS–STREAKY , REPLACED BLADES TIRES ROTATED———NO F 11/32 R 8/32 FLUID LEVELS———–TOPPED OFF SUSPENSION————-OKAY UNDER CARRIAGE——OIL SEEPING AT REAR OF ENGINE
- REMOVED AND REPLACED CRACKING ENGINE DRIVE BELT .
SHAUNA G. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/12/2026 -
2016 Nissan Versa Note
Mileage135,999Service Date4/2/2026Services Performed- CHANGE OIL AND FILTER LUBE CHASSIS WHERE NECESSARY. BRAKE MATERIAL REMAINING F 5/32 R 4/32 TIRE PRESSURE CHECK AND INFLATE SERVICE 32 RIGHT FRONT 32 LEFT FRONT 32 RIGHT REAR 32 LEFT REAR 60 SPARE 10.38 VOLTS AT 293 CC AMPS. RECOMMEND TO REPLACE BATTERY -25 COOLANT TEMP AN INSPECTION OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE MADE. ITEMS CHECKED OKAY PROBLEMS FOUND AIR FILTER—————DIRTY , REPLACED EXTERIOR LIGHTS——OKAY BELTS———————OKAY HOSES——————–OKAY WINDSHIELD WIPERS–OKAY TIRES ROTATED———YES , F 10/32 R 5/32 REPLACED FRONT TIRES FLUID LEVELS———–TOPPED OFF SUSPENSION————-OKAY UNDER CARRIAGE——RIGHT WHEEL BEARING IS LOUD , RECOMMEND TO REPLACE WHEEL BEARING
- REMOVE AND REPLACE TIRE, ADD RECOMMENDED TIRE PRESSURE, BALANCE TIRE.
- PERFORM AIR CONDITIONING RECHARGE PROCEDURE. FILL SYSTEM WITH RECOMMENDED REFRIGERANT TO SPECIFIED AMOUNT. CHECK PRESSURES AND TEMP. OK AT THIS TIME.
- BATTERY – Remove & Replace – [Includes: Test, clean cables and holddown, install no corrode protector)
This vehicle's owner gave our service a 5 star review on 4/2/2026 -
2013 Nissan Altima
Mileage126,808Service Date4/1/2026Services Performed- CHANGE OIL AND FILTER, LUBE CHASSIS WHERE NECESSARY. F 8/32 R 6/32 BRAKE MATERIAL REMAINING. TIRE PRESSURE CHECK AND INFLATE SERVICE 30 RIGHT FRONT 30 LEFT FRONT 30 RIGHT REAR 30 LEFT REAR 60 SPARE 12.30 VOLTS AT 642 CC AMPS. 99% BATTERY TEST. -23 COOLANT TEMP AN INSPECTION OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE MADE. ITEMS CHECKED OKAY PROBLEMS FOUND AIR FILTER—————DIRTY , REPLACED EXTERIOR LIGHTS—— OKAY BELTS——————— OKAY HOSES——————– OKAY WINDSHIELD WIPERS– OKAY TIRES ROTATED———NO , F 8/32 R 7/32 FLUID LEVELS———–TOPPED OFF SUSPENSION————-REAR STRUTS ARE SEEPING UNDER CARRIAGE—— OKAY
- CONFIRMED CUSTOMER COMPLAINT ON TEST DRIVE , NOISE IS COMING FROM THE DRIVERS FRONT . INSPECTED VEHICLE FOUND LEFT FRONT WHEEL BEARING IS BAD . RECOMMEND TO REPLACE DRIVERS FRONT WHEEL BEARING .
- REMOVED AND REPLACED DRIVERS FRONT WHEEL HUB/BEARING ASSEMBLY . TORQUED TO SPECIFICATION . TEST DROVE AND CONFIRMED NOISE IS NOW GONE .
DORTHY C. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/1/2026
