Welcome to Continental Motor Works
Premium Automotive Service in San Luis Obispo, CA
If you’re looking for auto repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, you’ve found us. Here at Continental Motor Works we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a San Luis Obispo car service you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
Our professional automotive service offers you years of combined expertise from our well-trained technicians. We treat our auto repair professionals well because we value their skill and can-do attitude. We know our team sets us apart, saving you time and money, not to mention worry. When it comes to auto repair in San Luis Obispo, we are totally confident that Continental Motor Works is the best option in town!
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Why Choose Continental Motor Works
For nearly 40 years Continental Motor Works has been the local auto repair shop that you can trust.
Our focus has always been providing our friends and neighbors with dependable, trustworthy auto repairs. Whether you need a minor tune-up or a major overhaul, our trained service technicians can quickly diagnose problems and zero in on remedies; saving you valuable time and money.
Our cutting-edge diagnostic technology combined with the real-world experience of our ASE Certified Master Technicians, means we are able to get your car back on the road in less time than it takes other shops to simply figure out what’s wrong!
And, because of our ongoing training and certification, Continental Motor Works can offer you an affordable alternative to dealership pricing on almost any make and model vehicle made.
- Smog checks, air conditioning, check engine lights
… just part of our expertise - 36 Month/36,000 Mile Warranty
- Supervised by Owners/Master Mechanics,
John Fiorentino and Jaines Coloma - 2009-2010 AAA Quality service Award and Outstanding Member
- Serving San Luis Obispo, CA for nearly 40 years
LONG-TERM BUSINESS
John Fiorentino and Jaines Coloma, owners of Continental Motor Works and Jeff Spevack, the founder, feel strongly about being goods neighbors and in giving back to their San Luis Obispo community.
The following is a partial list of organizations that benefit from regular donations from the crew at Continental Motor Works:
- Stand Strong SLO- we provide service for their vehicles
- Donations to San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden
- Donations to Transitions Mental Health
- SLO High School Band – We participate in their fundraisers
About Continental Motor Works
John Fiorentino and Jaines Coloma went into business together in 2018 and purchased this small town shop from previous owner Jeff Spevack who opened Continental Motor Works in 1983. Our focus has always been providing our friends and neighbors with dependable, trustworthy auto repairs. Whether you need a minor tune-up or a major overhaul, our trained service technicians can quickly diagnose problems and zero in on remedies; saving you valuable time and money.
We are passionate about fixing cars and keeping customers confident in the safety and reliability of their vehicles. We strive to give our customers a positive experience, where vehicle maintenance and repair is as stress-free as possible. We even serve free popcorn!
The Absolute Best Car Service in San Luis Obispo, CA
What sets Continental Motor Works apart from all of the others in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in San Luis Obispo, 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 Continental Motor Works, 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 San Luis Obispo auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in San Luis Obispo, 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
2013 Honda Civic
- CHANGE ENGINE OIL AND FILTER. LUBRICATE ALL CHASSIS FITTINGS. PERFORM COMPLETE SAFETY INSPECTION INCLUDING, STEERING, SUSPENSION, BRAKING, FUEL, COOLING, EXHAUST , AND LIGHTING SYSTEMS. TEST DRIVE FOR PERFORMANCE.
- REPLACED blown third brake light bulb
- SET TO 35 PSI
2006 Toyota Highlander
- CHANGE ENGINE OIL AND FILTER. LUBRICATE ALL CHASSIS FITTINGS. PERFORM COMPLETE SAFETY INSPECTION INCLUDING, STEERING, SUSPENSION, BRAKING, FUEL, COOLING, EXHAUST , AND LIGHTING SYSTEMS. TEST DRIVE FOR PERFORMANCE.
- PASSED
2012 MINI Cooper
- TECHNICIAN TOOK VEHICLE FOR A TEST DRIVE AND DID NOT HEAR ANY SQUEAKING. PUT VEHICLE ON LIFT TO INSPECT AND FOUND NO LUBRICATION AND CALIPER SLID PINS. LUBRICATED CALIPER SLIDE PINS PER CUSTOMER APPROVAL OVER THE PHONE, 08/27/2021 @ 11:30am. ASSEMBLED VEHICLE IN REVERSE ORDER AND TEST DROVE. VEHICLE DRIVES GREAT.
- SET TO 35 PSI
2013 Kia Rio
- CHANGE ENGINE OIL AND FILTER. LUBRICATE ALL CHASSIS FITTINGS. PERFORM COMPLETE SAFETY INSPECTION INCLUDING, STEERING, SUSPENSION, BRAKING, FUEL, COOLING, EXHAUST , AND LIGHTING SYSTEMS. TEST DRIVE FOR PERFORMANCE.
- SET TO 35 PSI
2013 Volkswagen Jetta
- CHANGE ENGINE OIL AND FILTER, LUBRICATE CHASSIS FITTINGS, ROTATE TIRES AND PERFORM BRAKE INSPECTION. COMPLETE SAFETY INSPECTION INCLUDING SUSPENSION, STEERING, EXHAUST, COOLING, FUEL, AND LIGHTING SYSTEMS. SERVICE AND TEST BATTERY. TOP OFF ALL FLUIDS. ROAD TEST FOR VEHICLE PERFORMANCE.
- INSPECTED BULB AND FOUND IT BLOWN. REPLACED AND RETESTED – OK. HEADLIGHTS WORK AS DESIGNED.
- SET TO 35 PSI
2015 Volkswagen Jetta
- PASSED
- SET TO 35 PSI
2008 Mazda 3
- CHANGE ENGINE OIL AND FILTER, LUBRICATE CHASSIS FITTINGS, ROTATE TIRES AND PERFORM BRAKE INSPECTION. COMPLETE SAFETY INSPECTION INCLUDING SUSPENSION, STEERING, EXHAUST, COOLING, FUEL, AND LIGHTING SYSTEMS. SERVICE AND TEST BATTERY. TOP OFF ALL FLUIDS. ROAD TEST FOR VEHICLE PERFORMANCE.
2015 Honda CR-V
- RETRIEVE FAULT CODE PO171, INDICATING A LEAN RUN CONDITION. INSPECT AND TEST FOR CAUSES OF LEAN RUN AND FOUND AIR INTAKE TUBE CRACKED IN SEVERAL PLACES ALLOWING UN-METERED AIR. RECOMMEND REPLACING TORN INTAKE TUBE AND RETEST SYSTEM. CUSTOMER APPROVED RECOMMENDATIONS OVER THE PHONE, 08/09/2021. REPLACED TORN INTAKE TUBE AND RETESTED SYSTEM – OK. TROUBLE CODE HAS NOT RETURNED AND THE VEHICLE DRIVES GREAT.
2018 Honda Accord
- CHANGE ENGINE OIL AND FILTER. LUBRICATE ALL CHASSIS FITTINGS. PERFORM COMPLETE SAFETY INSPECTION INCLUDING, STEERING, SUSPENSION, BRAKING, FUEL, COOLING, EXHAUST , AND LIGHTING SYSTEMS. TEST DRIVE FOR PERFORMANCE.
- SET TO 35 PSI
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
- SCANNED VEHICLE AND FOUND TROUBLE CODE P0401: INCORRECT EGR FLOW. PINPOINT TESTING FOUND METER HOSE PLUGGED. TECHNICIAN REMOVED METER FROM OLD HOSE AND TRANSFERRED TO NEW HOSE. TESTED SYSTEM – OK.
- SET TO 35 PSI
2012 Toyota Camry
- TECHNICIAN TEST DROVE VEHICLE AND COULD HEARD NOISE DESCRIBED BY THE CUSTOMER. INSPECTED VEHICLE AND FOUND WATER PUMP BEARING HAVE FAILED AND ARE CAUSING THE NOISE. RECOMMEND REPLACING THE NOISY WATER PUMP. CUSTOMER APPROVED RECOMMENDATIONS OVER THE PHONE, 08/09/2021 @ 8:57am.
- REMOVED SERPENTINE BELT AND FOUND A TEAR ON IT. INFORMED THE CUSTOMER THAT WE RECOMMEND REPLACING THE TORN SERPENTINE BELT TO WHICH HE APPROVED OVER THE PHONE, 08/09/2021 @ 9:30am. DRAINED COOLANT FROM THE VEHICLE AND REMOVED THE NOISY WATER PUMP. INSTALLED A NEW WATER PUMP ALONG WITH A NEW WATER PUMP GASKET. INSTALLED A NEW SERPENTINE BELT AND FILLED THE VEHICLE WITH COOLANT. CHECKED FOR LEAKS – OK. TEST DROVE VEHICLE AND RECHECKED FOR LEAKS – OK. VEHICLE DRIVES GREAT AND THERE IS NO MORE NOISE FROM THE WATER PUMP.
- SET TO 35 PSI
2012 Mercedes-Benz C250
- CUSTOMER STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE VEHICLE RAN ROUGH. MOTHER STATED THAT SHE CLEARED THE CODES AND VEHICLE DROVE NORMAL, BUT WAS STILL CONCERNED ABOUT THE VEHICLE. WE SCANNED VEHICLE AND COULD NOT FIND ANY TROUBLE CODES OR HISTORY OF WHAT TRIGGERED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. VEHICLE SEEMS TO DRIVE OK.
- INSPECTED VEHICLE FOR OIL LEAK WITH DYE. FOUND OIL LEAK MAINLY FROM FAILED CYLINDER HEAD GASKET AT THE FRONT OF THE ENGINE. WE NEED TO REMOVE THE VEHICLE CYLINDER HEAD AND SEND IT TO THE MACHINE SHOP FOR INSPECTION AND CLEANING. WE WOULD THEN RESEAL THE ENGINE WITH ALL NEW SEALS. CUSTOMER APPROVED REPAIRS OVER THE PHONE, 07/08/2021 @ 2:30pm.
- CHANGE ENGINE OIL AND FILTER. LUBRICATE ALL CHASSIS FITTINGS. PERFORM COMPLETE SAFETY INSPECTION INCLUDING, STEERING, SUSPENSION, BRAKING, FUEL, COOLING, EXHAUST , AND LIGHTING SYSTEMS. TEST DRIVE FOR PERFORMANCE.
- REPLACE FAILED CYLINDER HEAD GASKET
- CHECKED AND FOUND CYL. HEAD WARPED. REMACHINED FLAT, CLEANED, AND VACUUM TESTED. EVERYTHING CHECKS GOOD.
- REMOVED LEAKING FRONT STRUTS AND TORN STABILIZER END LINKS AND INSTALLED NEW FRONT STRUTS AND NEW STABILIZER END LINKS. AFTER VEHICLE WAS ALIGNED AND ALL REPAIRS WERE COMPLETE WE TEST DROVE VEHICLE AND CHECKED FOR ANY LEAKS – OK. VEHICLE DRIVES GREAT
- SET WHEEL ALIGNMENT
- SET TO 35 PSI
Services:
- Brakes & Brake Repair
- Oil Changes
- Tire & Tire Repair
- Mufflers & Exhaust
- Check Engine Light
- Belts & Hoses
- And Much More…
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