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Serving Merced Since 1974

ABOUT US

Over 50 years of honest auto repair — built on trust, one customer at a time.

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MERCED'S TRUSTED
MECHANIC

Merced Auto Repair & Smog has been a cornerstone of the Merced community since 1974. What started as a small neighborhood shop has grown into one of the most trusted auto repair destinations in the Central Valley — built entirely on word of mouth, honest work, and fair prices.

Our mechanic Johnny is known throughout Merced for his integrity. He won't tell you something is broken if it isn't. He won't charge you for parts you don't need. He's the kind of mechanic people recommend to their mothers — and that's exactly the reputation we're proud of.

We serve the entire Merced community — and we mean everyone. Se habla español. No matter who you are or what you drive, you'll be treated with respect and honesty.

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50+Years in Business
4.7★Google Rating
100+5-Star Reviews
1Merced's Most Trusted
What We Stand For

OUR VALUES

These aren't just words on a wall — they're how we've operated for 50+ years.

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Honesty First

We tell you what's wrong, what it costs, and what you can wait on. No scare tactics, no fake urgency, no upsells.

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Fair Prices

We price our work fairly. You shouldn't have to overpay to get quality auto repair. Best smog prices in Merced, guaranteed.

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Speed & Reliability

Your time matters. Most repairs are completed same-day. Smog checks done in 15 minutes. We don't waste your time.

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Community First

We've served Merced families for over 50 years. We treat every customer like a neighbor — because many of them are.

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Expertise

Domestic and foreign. Old and new. Decades of hands-on experience means we've seen — and fixed — just about everything.

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Quality Work

We stand behind what we do. If something isn't right, we make it right. That's the promise we've kept since 1974.

Our History

50 YEARS IN MERCED

A lot changes in half a century. Our commitment to honest service never has.

1974
Founded in Merced

Merced Auto Repair opens its doors on W 13th St, serving the local community with affordable, honest car care.

1990s
Smog Certification

We become a state-certified Test & Repair Station, adding smog checks to our growing list of services.

2000s
Computer Diagnostics

We invest in modern OBD-II diagnostic equipment to handle the new generation of computer-controlled vehicles.

2020s
4.7 Stars & Growing

Over 100 five-star Google reviews and a reputation as Merced's most trusted independent shop.

Classic auto shop
Community Trust

WHAT MERCED SAYS

★★★★★

Johnny is a very nice, excellent service mechanic — one of the best around Merced County. Very smart, good prices, and he knows what he's doing.

— Merced Resident ✓ Google
★★★★★

This is the ONLY shop in town that I trust 100%. They found the issue two other shops missed and only charged $65. I recommend this place to everyone.

— Local Customer ✓ Google
★★★★★

He was Amazing and explained everything and answered my questions. We passed smog after 2 months of trying. Found Johnny on a recommendation — so thankful.

— Merced Driver ✓ Google
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EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE

13 W 13th St, Merced, CA — Mon through Fri, 8AM to 5PM.

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