📍 4650 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94112 📞 (415) 586-1405
Mon – Sat: 8AM – 5PM Official Smog Check Center
San Francisco's Trusted Shop Since 1990

Your Car.
Our Expertise.

Complete mechanical service for American and imported vehicles. Oil changes, brakes, tires, smog checks — done right, priced fairly, every time.

4.5★ Google Rating
88+ Reviews
Official Smog Center
No Appointment Needed

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📞 Call (415) 586-1405
Hours
Mon – Fri8AM – 5PM
Saturday8AM – 4PM
SundayClosed
30+
Years in Business
4.5★
Google Rating
88+
Verified Reviews
2
Lifts On-Site
100%
Local & Independent
What We Do

Complete Auto Service

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Oil Changes

Conventional, synthetic, and high-mileage oil changes with a full inspection included.

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Brake Service

Pads, rotors, calipers, and brake fluid flush. Front and rear axle service available.

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Tires

Tire mounting, balancing, rotation, and flat repair. All makes and sizes.

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Smog Checks

Official smog check station. Fast results, same day.

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General Repairs

Engine, transmission, suspension — we service it all.

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Diagnostics

Check engine light, warning lights, no-start diagnosis. We find it fast.

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Suspension

Shocks, struts, springs, and alignment. Smooth ride guaranteed.

What Customers Say

Trusted by San Francisco

★★★★★

"Came here without an appointment for an oil change. Service manager Daniel was great. Will be coming back for other jobs in the future."

Google Reviewer
Google Maps · 5 stars
★★★★★

"Great people, great service, reasonable price. Honest shop — they told me I didn't need what another place wanted to charge me for."

Mission District Local
Google Maps · 5 stars
★★★★★

"Best mechanic in the Excelsior. They're fast, fair, and actually explain what's going on with your car. I won't go anywhere else."

SF Resident
Google Maps · 5 stars

Ready to bring your car in?

Walk-ins always welcome.

📞 (415) 586-1405
Full Service Auto Shop

Our Services

From quick oil changes to major repairs — we handle it all for American and imported vehicles.

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Oil Change

Conventional, synthetic, and high-mileage oil changes with a full inspection included.

  • Conventional oil
  • Full synthetic
  • High-mileage blend
  • Filter replacement
  • Fluid top-off
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Brake Service

Pads, rotors, calipers, and brake fluid flush. Front and rear axle service available.

  • Pad replacement
  • Rotor resurfacing / replacement
  • Caliper service
  • Brake fluid flush
  • ABS diagnosis
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Tires

Tire mounting, balancing, rotation, and flat repair. All makes and sizes.

  • Tire mounting
  • Wheel balancing
  • Rotation service
  • Flat repair
  • All makes and sizes
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Smog Checks

Official smog check station. Fast results, same day.

  • Official smog check station
  • Fast results
  • Same-day service
  • Certified technicians
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General Repairs

Engine, transmission, suspension — we service it all.

  • Engine repair
  • Transmission service
  • Suspension work
  • Exhaust systems
  • All makes and models
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Diagnostics

Check engine light, warning lights, no-start diagnosis. We find it fast.

  • Check engine light diagnosis
  • Warning light analysis
  • No-start troubleshooting
  • Computer scanning
  • Electrical diagnosis
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Suspension

Shocks, struts, springs, and alignment. Smooth ride guaranteed.

  • Shock replacement
  • Strut repair
  • Spring service
  • Wheel alignment
  • Steering components
📍 4650 Mission St, San Francisco
30+ Years
Serving San Francisco
🏆
Smog Check Official
Official Smog Check Center
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4.5 Star Rating
88+ Google Reviews
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American & Imported
All makes, all models
Our Story

Built on Trust,
Proven by Results

Unique Automotive has been a fixture of the Mission District and Excelsior neighborhoods for over three decades. We started as a small, family-run shop on Mission Street — and that's exactly what we still are today.

We specialize in both American and imported vehicles, offering everything from a quick oil change to a full engine overhaul. Our team of certified mechanics takes pride in honest diagnosis and fair pricing — no upsells, no surprises.

We're an official smog check station, equipped with two full lifts and a team that's been together for years. When you bring your car to Unique, you're bringing it to people who care.

Customer Reviews

What People Are Saying

4.5
★★★★½
Based on 88 Google reviews
★★★★★

"Came here without an appointment for an oil change. Service manager Daniel was great. Will be coming back for other jobs in the future."

Google Reviewer
Google · 5 stars
★★★★★

"Great people, great service, reasonable price. This is the most honest auto shop I've been to in San Francisco."

Mission District Local
Google · 5 stars
★★★★★

"Unique is better located near foods and coffee. Super convenient. Got my smog check done in 20 minutes flat."

Excelsior Neighbor
Google · 5 stars
★★★★★

"I'm a person that wrenches myself and even I was impressed. These guys know what they're doing and charge what's fair."

DIY Mechanic
Google · 5 stars
★★★★★

"Fast, professional, and the price matched the quote exactly. No surprises. I've been going here for 4 years."

Long-Time Customer
Google · 5 stars
★★★★★

"Daniel is super knowledgeable and doesn't try to upsell you on things you don't need. Rare to find that these days."

SF Driver
Google · 5 stars
★★★★☆

"Good shop, honest prices. Took a little longer than expected but they kept me updated and the work was done right."

Yelp Reviewer
Yelp · 4 stars
★★★★★

"Best auto shop in the Excelsior neighborhood. Walk-in friendly, fast, and the prices are way better than the dealership."

New Customer
Google · 5 stars
★★★★★

"Brought my Toyota in for a smog check. In and out in 15 minutes. The guys were friendly and professional. Highly recommend."

Toyota Owner
Google · 5 stars
Inside The Shop

Our Gallery

Take a look around Unique Automotive — our San Francisco shop, our crew, and the work we do every day.

Unique Automotive storefront with Auto & Tire Services sign
The ShopAuto & Tire Services — Official Smog Check Center
Mechanic mounting a tire on the rim clamp machine
Tire ServiceMounting & balancing in the bay
Gary working under a vehicle on the lift
On The LiftOil change and undercarriage inspection
Customer cars and crew in the parking lot
The LotAmerican & imported, all welcome
Unique Automotive on Ocean Avenue — Smog, Suspension, Tune-Up, Brakes, Oil Change
Ocean AveSmog · Suspension · Tune-Up · Brakes · Oil
Blue Toyota RAV4 at Unique Automotive during suspension or wheel service
Suspension WorkBlue RAV4 in the service bay
Red Subaru BRZ raised on a lift inside the shop
PerformanceRed BRZ up on the lift
Technician moving an engine block beside a car inside Unique Automotive
Engine WorkHands-on engine service in the bay
Classic wood-bodied vintage car outside Unique Automotive
ClassicsKeeping automotive history on the road
Black Nissan GT-R parked outside Unique Automotive
ImportedHigh-performance imports welcome
Brown classic Chevrolet inside the shop with chrome detailing
RestorationClassic car care with attention to detail

Get In Touch

Stop by, call, or request a free quote online. Walk-ins are always welcome for most services.

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Address
4650 Mission St
San Francisco, CA 94112
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Phone
(415) 586-1405
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Services
Brakes · Oil · Tires · Smog · Full Repair
Monday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
SundayClosed

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