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European & Import Auto Specialists in Santa Barbara, CA

9 of the 92 auto repair shops we list in Santa Barbara have a specialty in European or import cars.

The dealer isn’t the only option for a BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Volkswagen or Volvo — independent specialists with the same scan tools and experience often charge less. Every shop here says it specializes in European or import vehicles in its business name, listing or on its own website.

  1. Santa Barbara Autowerks

    515 Fig Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

    Mon–Fri 8:00am–5:30pm

    European & importA/C repair
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  2. Bowman's Auto Repair

    910 Philinda Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

    Mon–Fri 8am–5:30pm

    Transmission repairEuropean & importMuffler & exhaustLoaner or shuttle
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  3. AK Auto Repair

    1301 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

    State inspectionTransmission repairEuropean & importFree estimatesLoaner or shuttle
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  4. Swedemasters

    428 N Salsipuedes St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

    European & importLoaner or shuttle
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  5. Top Shop Automotive

    177 S Patterson Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93111-4029

    European & importA/C repair
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  6. The Garage

    490 E Cota St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

    European & importFree estimates
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  7. Curbside Auto Repair and Service-We Come To You

    25 West Cota, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

    Mobile mechanicEuropean & importFree estimates
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  8. Haik's German Autohaus

    310 E Cota St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

    Transmission repairEuropean & import
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  9. Volvos Oswald's Auto Repair

    35 N Calle Cesar Chavez, Santa Barbara, CA 93103-3674

    European & import
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Ask about your make. “European” can mean German brands only, or include Volvo, Mini, Land Rover and Porsche. A specialist should have factory-level diagnostic software for your make and use OE or OEM-quality parts.

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Good to know

Will an independent shop void my warranty?

No. Under the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, a manufacturer can’t void your warranty just because maintenance was done outside the dealer. Keep your receipts and use parts that meet the manufacturer’s specifications.

Are European car repairs more expensive?

Parts and labor usually cost more than for domestic or Asian brands, but independent specialists often charge less per hour than dealers. Ask for an itemized estimate before work starts.