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Kalin's Auto Repair

Mobile Mechanic Service 206-830-8721

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A Google User reviewed 6 months ago
Overall3/ 3
I was doing my own brakes, ran into a snag with the rear drums brakes and needed a hand. Kalin was willing to work with me even though i already had my own parts, many others told me no when i said i already had parts. He showed up in the time window given and did a quick accurate quality job! The price was also fair!
A Google User reviewed 8 months ago
Overall3/ 3
We have had a problem with our business truck that several certified mechanics have failed to correctly diagnose or repair. Money was NOT the issue. I knew of Kalin from 15+ years ago, and he was GREAT then. When I saw his website, I knew he would be able to do this.Great talent obviously only improves over time. Thank you for making this big issue, so small and convenient for us. Glad to give Kalin my money, very honest and respectful. As a business owner myself, I have high expectations. Kalin exceeded them with ease and seasoned professionalism. Kalin is a very gifted and talented individual. Customer for life.
A Google User reviewed 6 months ago
Overall3/ 3
Kalin is a very knowledgable mechanic. I was in a very tight situation with my car overheating and he was able to get the parts and service my car that same day. I felt like a valued customer. It's obvious he enjoys his job!! I will never go to another mechanic again ;)
A Google User reviewed 9 months ago
Overall3/ 3
I'm soooo glad I didn't have my car towed away to a shop. My friend told me it was gonna cost at least $500 to get it fixed but I paid half of that to kalin and it runs perfectly. He had all the tools he needed and he came right away. Thank you so much again. I'll definitely call him again for any other car troubles.
A Google User reviewed 8 months ago
Overall3/ 3


Kalin arrived when he said he would, diagnosed the problem (faulty starter), sourced the replacement part and completed the job in a timely manner. It was very convenient to have the work done at the house as I did not have to 1) tow the car 2) arrange for transportation from a garage and 3) get back to the garage when the work was complete. Price was very fair.

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Bellevue, WA


8/3/2012

Kalin is informative and knowledgeable and he saved us tons of money. He does a great job of explaining things, and he put us at ease when we were stressed. My wife's car needed a new engine and he took the time to explain the cons and pros of a replacement. I highly recommend Kalin and we will be using him for future car repairs. A+

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Seattle, WA


6/1/2012

Prompt, professional and fast.  Found the problem with my wifes old van and had it on the road in no time.  Highly recommend.  Will definately use Kalin again when the need arrives.  Thank you, Kalin.

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Seattle, WA


5/3/2012

Kalin kept me from going crazy.  I have been refurbing an old chevy truck and had done everything I could think of yet it wouldn't quite run right.  Took Kalin about 10 min to locate the problem and now I can sleep well again.  Thanks Kalin for the prompt, fair service..... TIM

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Renton, WA


Update - 4/28/2012

Kalin did it again!  We thought my daughter needed a new alternator and it turned out to be a battery connection.  Kalin could have taken her to the bank but NO, he was honest and fixed her car for under $100.  HONESTY is #1 in my book and his rates are REASONABLE!!!   Thanks again Kalin.

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  • 12/13/2011

    This is Laurene w/A2B Moving.  All I can say is WOW!  This guy helped our business out in a pinch… 

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Seattle, WA


4/18/2012

We live in Belltown and had car trouble in the garage of our condo.  It would have been costly to have it towed from there and we didn't know why it wouldn't start.  Figuring it would cost over $1,000+ for repairs we called Kalin's Auto and it was the best decision!  Kalin came to our home with years of auto knowledge and all the tools  necessary to diagnose the problem.  Our little red Acura was up and running in 20 minutes at less than 1/3 of what an auto garage would have charged!  We highly recommend Kalin's Auto!

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Seattle, WA


11/6/2011

Definitely a mechanic who knows what he is doing. Asked many questions about the vehicle in order to be able to bring the correct parts. Very fair,easy to communicate with. Have already recommended him to friends. Will work with him again.  EA  Seattle  11/5/11

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Renton, WA


10/15/2011

Highly Recommended. I sent Kalin an email at 11pm on Friday and on Saturday he was at my house by 2pm... He would have been there earlier but it was my fault for sleeping in and not hearing the phone ring.

You can tell he is very knowledgeable, quick, and doesn't give any BS.  My 1999 4Runner was not starting and since it's old I thought it was time for me to bid it farewell, but Kalin took one look at it and got it running again in a few minutes... Brilliant! You will feel safe around Kalin, I'm a small woman and I wouldn't hesitate to call him again. He also saved me the cost and hassle of towing the vehicle to a shop.

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Mercer Island, WA


8/31/2011

Very Simply a Five Star Experience.

Professional, knowledgable, thorough, and direct with his diagnosis. He took the time to show and explain as he worked and answered all of my questions. Just a very nice guy that is obviously a natural born mechanic and extremely good. Fixed the immediate non-running problem, educated me about existing issues to look out for, saved my car from a tow, and my wallet some dough!
I would tell a friend...or my wife or my mom.... look if your car is safely off the road and its not under factory warranty BEFORE using the road side assistance or AAA call Kalin first. It is your best option both economically and for your car for a first line of defense.
I am so grateful to have a good mechanic I can trust again. The last time this car was looked at I had a "70 point inspection" done at a shop because I was leaking power steering fluid. After a couple hours of waiting room and a 70.00 charge I got in my car and it smelled like pot and a movie was playing on the dashboard LCD. When I pulled out, turning the wheel squeaked and they hadn't even filled the power steering fluid up (the reason I brought it in.)

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Kirkland, WA


8/29/2011

Kalin did an amazing job on my truck recently.  The streering wheel had stopped working (nearly fallen off) while I had a huge trailor hitched to the rig, so I called Kalin.  He came out and in 30 seconds diagnosed the issue and said "Here's what I can do".  By 5:00 pm, he had a replacement in and had me running.  He is a rare find and rare talent with excellent communication skills and great knowledge.  I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for great repair.  I will do all my work with him from now on.

Truck guy,
Kirkland, WA.

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Burien, WA


Update - 8/4/2011

I would give this review 5 stars but Im afraid it may get filtered.   Once again Kalin was prompt, gave a diagnosis and estimate.  Came back a few days later to fix the problem quickly.  On a side note I have had this problem for a while and no one diagnosed it properly (i took it to 3 other people.) Fair pricing and great advice.  

If you dont know what to do with your car I would suggest letting Kalin look at it  first.  

Thank you and good luck.

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  • 2/3/2011

    Kalin was prompt, efficient, and knowledgeable.  I liked that he replied right away and was on time… 

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