Tribe.net. Local Connections Pickle! http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#861543ae-14e8-4b50-9dfe-a3ce77ab7745 2009-01-09T13:32:17Z 2009-01-09T13:32:17Z

Cliff closed??!! I'm not happy about that--I don't trust my 88 Landcruiser to most mechanics. I'm going back to my mechanic in SF.

Pickle! 2009-01-09T13:32:17Z embersandsparks http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#085db66e-0d20-4cdf-a3a2-d21586310a7b 2009-01-08T04:36:34Z 2009-01-08T04:36:34Z

Yep, Whitmore's is a very good shop, don't let the "old world" appearance of the place fool you. The guy knows his stuff, and the prices are very fair.

embersandsparks 2009-01-08T04:36:34Z embersandsparks http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#c680b0d9-ad4c-40be-acd2-ddee60034386 2009-01-08T04:34:40Z 2009-01-08T04:34:40Z

Unfortunately, D&E has closed up shop and moved to Atascadero. If you call their old number, you'll get the outfit that bought their back catalog of existing customers. Apparently a fairly solid shop, but in Oakland, not Alameda.

embersandsparks 2009-01-08T04:34:40Z Ray http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#5ec1b60d-41c0-45c9-96e3-30ae3d47005b 2008-12-23T21:38:07Z 2008-12-23T21:38:07Z

i called and talked to Cliff -- he said he's looking around for another shop but hasn't found anything yet. he recommended Fred's... gonna call them now.

Ray 2008-12-23T21:38:07Z Ray http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#a7d61e3c-1597-49f3-b702-950469ce242f 2008-12-23T17:55:21Z 2008-12-23T17:55:21Z

bump to the top -- car is down; might be the timing belt, m Cliff Madeira's closed shop, which was my first choice... how about Alameda Auto Lab?

Ray 2008-12-23T17:55:21Z : Denisey, Phantom of Delight http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#2658294a-5e42-46dc-98c6-93263708dfdb 2007-09-19T07:38:18Z 2007-09-19T07:38:18Z

Isn't that the station that sold the winning lottery ticket recently?

: Denisey, Phantom of Delight 2007-09-19T07:38:18Z janet http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#9708bd9e-b1bc-4fed-b6fe-1195b0869868 2007-09-19T05:29:55Z 2007-09-19T05:29:55Z

I love the guys at the 76 station in Harbor Bay. (near the Safeway) They are so honest & kind & do a great job.

janet 2007-09-19T05:29:55Z Fel http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#9ae800cb-0d0c-4dc4-bb23-9761a0b51ce8 2007-08-21T13:48:37Z 2007-08-21T13:48:37Z

I don't know if he'll fix windows, but Emo Schuitema at Emo's Automotive Repair & Machine Shop at 1912 Everett Street did a great job replacing my engine and replaced a heater motor assembly for me. Then he did nearly 500 dollars of work for us to sponsor our rally. Great people, fantastic service. They're the kind of people that won't do a job unless they know they can do it well. For more info see our website: http://arlna.com/Sponsors.html Fel

Fel 2007-08-21T13:48:37Z Tony http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#121b35e4-9f27-417f-a11b-816b56ab7a4f 2007-08-08T19:42:46Z 2007-08-08T19:42:46Z

Anybody have an update on Alameda Foreign Auto's service since the change of ownership? My car is in need of 60K service. I was set on taking it there until I heard of the change of ownership and possible issues with their service towards the end of the previous ownership.

Tony 2007-08-08T19:42:46Z Isara http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#bb56ba1f-bdf7-494d-9e41-2ee9b2465cca 2007-05-24T01:41:15Z 2007-05-24T01:41:15Z

thanks for this thread everyone! I just had to get two new tires today and an oil change for my baby (04 VW Jetta), but I don't know what a good price seems to be (each tire was $125, plus fees and other costs). I need to get an alignment next and replace the other two tires. Anyone know?

Isara 2007-05-24T01:41:15Z Margaret http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#0122c128-dc26-4188-87cc-b2af27914f60 2007-05-22T00:58:35Z 2007-05-22T00:58:35Z

For problems with automotive locks (ignition, door locks etc) DE Lock and Key on Central is a great alternative to the dealer. Dealers charge a fortune and take a long time, especially for keys that require programming. He just resuscitated my key (which has a chip and a remote in it) for $80 compared to $700 at the dealer, I'm not kidding. (For $700 I expect a diamond encrusted platinum masterpiece!)

Margaret 2007-05-22T00:58:35Z EZB http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#750411cd-a1e4-48aa-9f83-e2d5110de1f5 2007-05-21T19:01:26Z 2007-05-21T19:01:26Z

Bumping this old topic to the top. Because I just had a great experience with my car at Alameda Auto Care Center. It's at Park and Eagle. No nonsense, quick work, happy dealings. I'm definitely going back.

EZB 2007-05-21T19:01:26Z In a kind http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#b52de750-c2b1-4d5c-9303-a55b56a36993 2007-05-13T00:22:07Z 2007-05-13T00:22:07Z

Fred did a great brake job at a reasonable price. I'll try him again.

In a kind 2007-05-13T00:22:07Z Heidi http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#a9b4c242-17a0-44c3-baad-563851cf24b2 2007-05-12T03:30:46Z 2007-05-12T03:30:46Z

I think Alameda Foreign Auto had some crappy mechanics at the end of their run. I know of at least 2 people who have had problems with their cars since they got worked on there. Anybody try the new business in the same spot?

Heidi 2007-05-12T03:30:46Z Steph http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#1052f8e1-be84-40d4-9e5f-562376cb6781 2007-04-23T14:05:48Z 2007-04-23T14:05:48Z

Someone on this list recommended Royal Auto on Lincoln Avenue a few years ago, and I've been taking my car there ever since. They do an awesome job and always tell me exactly what's going on. They try to get the lowest price for parts without getting crappy parts. They even show me the parts they had to replace and go over why. Very good guys there!

Steph 2007-04-23T14:05:48Z Tim http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#878a57f6-c01d-41a0-b394-5ba6a5b1343a 2007-04-20T05:35:08Z 2007-04-20T05:35:08Z

I've been with Fred for several years-- he's Knowledgeable, reliable and stands behind his work. recommended.

Tim 2007-04-20T05:35:08Z In a kind http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#dc887faf-3048-4300-803f-2553e2fef497 2007-04-12T23:42:24Z 2007-04-12T23:42:24Z

wouldn't ya know it. I go to give them a call and Dave has retired and sold the bizniz. guess I'll give the wrenchouse a try tomorrow.

In a kind 2007-04-12T23:42:24Z Ananda http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#b1d94d26-f15f-4d05-a3c3-7a847cb00bb5 2005-12-11T21:05:04Z 2005-12-11T21:05:04Z

Don't let the name fool ya.... Alameda Foreign auto also does domestic. Dave (the owner) drives a Ford or something with a Ford engine. and he fixed my Partner's Oldmobile for a very good price. He even picked me up from school to make sure that I could get to my car. Excellent service. Friendly dude. Awesom experience.

Ananda 2005-12-11T21:05:04Z Darla http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#822a0b39-2a19-4a39-9517-cc95a77b7c4c 2005-12-06T00:31:06Z 2005-12-06T00:31:06Z

Lew Whitmore is a great guy, good mechanic. I think Steve is his son-in-law. He's been in Alameda forever. Another good one is Alameda Foreign Auto Service on Park. They had some bad mechanics in there for awhile, but the owner finally cleaned them out. Good luck.

Darla 2005-12-06T00:31:06Z $item.owner.firstName http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#1a8c4c35-50dc-4fac-99d6-2e525aa594ea 2005-12-06T00:04:00Z 2005-12-06T00:04:00Z

Hi Heidi. Try Whitmore Auto on Buena Vista. They are a family friend. Ask for Steve. Great mechanic, pretty reasonable. When I mean family friend I mean the family of my ex-roomate. Hope this helps.

$item.owner.firstName 2005-12-06T00:04:00Z Michael! http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#6839c54f-7d84-4fa6-829a-6d34a4376107 2005-10-29T09:33:49Z 2005-10-29T09:33:49Z

So Darin, I'm thinkin' I don't need to report that one... seein' as you're one of them, so to speak. when you hit 'Submit' then wanna add something so hit 'back' in your browser, then you do your additions, it used to make the changes for you, now it posts it as a new post. I understood that's what the yellow fade to white was for, so I figured it was a design feature, not a bug. Happened to me Thursday on a Linux machine, but I figgered it was the linux. today's on a Windows machine.

Michael! 2005-10-29T09:33:49Z Michael! http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#43e519d0-581f-4a9d-a424-b8a793a4562c 2005-10-29T09:29:57Z 2005-10-29T09:29:57Z

damned double posting. Grrrr, ya fix one bug and create two new ones.

Michael! 2005-10-29T09:29:57Z Michael! http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#a94411af-60cf-495f-a38e-2d51fd25cf99 2005-10-29T09:29:12Z 2005-10-29T09:29:12Z

one step ahead of ya. also helps tribe, as they're trying to bulk up their recommendations section.

Michael! 2005-10-29T09:29:12Z Michael! http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#a1c7c0b0-33b3-42c6-a9d5-36a6107dad01 2005-10-29T09:28:40Z 2005-10-29T09:28:40Z

one step ahead of ya.

Michael! 2005-10-29T09:28:40Z Darin http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#76ca9214-575b-4f0b-a44d-7e1df105fd3c 2005-10-28T23:09:24Z 2005-10-28T23:09:24Z

Someone should create recommendations for these places that are attached to this tribe. That would be great for the company that you are recommending as well. That's what Recommendations are for! Just a thought.

Darin 2005-10-28T23:09:24Z Darla http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#67bf68d5-4ade-454d-b7bc-6b29b26fbfb9 2005-10-24T19:01:41Z 2005-10-24T19:01:41Z

Thanks for the feedback. They have never let me down.

Darla 2005-10-24T19:01:41Z Heidi http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#a5b1a29d-1552-4504-a38b-790da9201a12 2005-10-24T14:29:14Z 2005-10-24T14:29:14Z

So I ended up going to Alameda Foreign Auto and they were great! Thanks for the suggestion.

Heidi 2005-10-24T14:29:14Z $item.owner.firstName http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#0390d96a-6c47-4e2e-956d-76bd6ed9daf9 2005-10-18T17:57:19Z 2005-10-18T17:57:19Z

I second Fred's. Yes, pricey -- but they did EVERYTHING necessary, and other 'easy' things to do while the engine was pulled apart, so it came out to be kinda cheap overall. Even better: Fred worked with us on payment plans and such, I was amazed. Fred's Wrenchhouse does really really really good work. Really really. I'd recommend his stuff for anything involved and Cliff Madeira Chevron for general basic stuff. Good shops.

$item.owner.firstName 2005-10-18T17:57:19Z Michael! http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#cf19d977-38ba-4940-aa2d-7fbb0715c351 2005-10-17T21:05:21Z 2005-10-17T21:05:21Z

There's a place in Berkeley everyone seems to love. look under listings for mechanic. I went there, but they're foreign only. they recommended Fred's Wrenchouse for my Ford. 647 Buena Vista Ave Alameda (510) 521-7215. Good: They seemed honest and reliable. They did what they promised, they finished when they said they would be, and I didn't feel like they were pulling a fast one. Not as good: They're kinda spendy. Though, the scam artists always turn out to be more expensive in the long run.

Michael! 2005-10-17T21:05:21Z Sarah http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#76393093-71e3-47ff-8318-31c35146d104 2005-10-17T14:18:18Z 2005-10-17T14:18:18Z

I 2nd the recommendation for Alameda Foreign Auto on Park Street. Dave Boyden is SOOO honest, friendly, (yes, a bit chatty but I like that!), and down-to-earth. He treats his customers with respect and won't try to sell you any part or service that you truly don't need. He's the best mechnaic I've ever been to in the Bay Area! Good luck....

Sarah 2005-10-17T14:18:18Z Darla http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#75d5cae4-0c65-4200-8b2a-269e5b84c104 2005-10-16T20:22:43Z 2005-10-16T20:22:43Z

Great mechanic: Alameda Foreign Auto. They are on Park next to McGee's. Talk to Dave - he's the owner. LOVES to talk, but he's honest and won't sell you crap you don't need. He's been my mechanic since 1998 - keeps my '91 Honda in good shape. He says he can get 300k out of it, and I am starting to believe him. Oh, his # is 521-9989.

Darla 2005-10-16T20:22:43Z * Gerry * http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#ef4fabf5-18de-49c3-8752-49c0f3e6ed24 2005-10-16T19:46:43Z 2005-10-16T19:46:43Z

when I had my window smashed out I went to a place here in Oakland on east 14th, real cheap and they fixed it. $90 Vs other places ranging as high as $280 If your interested I can do some digging and find the #. also when my lock got popped they replaced it for next to nothing when I supplied the lock. other places wanted $100-$200 I always call around first.

* Gerry * 2005-10-16T19:46:43Z Heidi http://AlamNonAnon.tribe.net/thread/bd4abb80-2bbe-4cdd-a06f-2424d011f277#10b93ac9-53d5-485f-a6a1-a849669a7a0e 2005-10-16T19:40:36Z 2005-10-16T19:40:36Z

Anyone know of a good mechanic in Alameda? I have a minor problem ( I think) with my window.

Heidi 2005-10-16T19:40:36Z