Automotive Industry News & Information - Arcadia Ultimate Automotive, Inc

There seems to be a common misconception among many that if you have an aftermarket/extended warranty, that your car, truck, SUV, or Jeep must be taken to a dealership. This is not true. Non-dealership / Independent Automotive repair shops can service and repair your new or UNDER WARRANTY/EXTENDED WARRANTY. As a positive, at our shop, you can get fast service and work with highly trained technicians! We'd love to take care of your vehicle for you and can do so right here at our automotive shop. Repairs by highly rated and trained automotive technicians with dealer rated diagnostic tools, at BETTER PRICING by a shop that knows you!

It is a law that independent automotive repair shops can maintain and service your warranty. All consumers are protected by the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, which is enforced by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). It prohibits a manufacturer from voiding the new vehicle's warranty or a vehicle's extended warranty because service was performed by a Non-Dealer/Independent Repair shop.

Per the FTC, “It's illegal for a dealer to deny your warranty coverage simply because you had warranty work or routine maintenance or repairs performed by our automotive shop. Routine maintenance can include anything from oil changes, tire rotations and belt replacement, to fluid checks, flushes, new brake pads, and inspections.” It is also important to note that the “Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act makes it illegal for a company to void your warranty or deny coverage under the warranty for the simple cause that you used an aftermarket or recycled part.”

One of the major perks of bringing your vehicle to an independent repair shop is the ability to make your money go further. Many times, warranties will have a limit or a deductible. Our goal is to make your warranty work for you.

Lastly, If you are on the fence about whether or not to purchase an AFTERMARKET or EXTENDED warranty. We suggest opening a savings account for your car and putting back money for possible breakdowns. While warranties are great the limitations can sometimes outweigh the benefits.

Whichever option you may choose we will be there for you every step of the way! We look forward to taking care of your new or under extended/aftermarket warranty, car, truck, SUV, or Jeep right here. Give us a call today!

Like other reviews say - great, honest shop. Thanks Jeff! - Abraham J.

Perfect service, fair and honest. No need to go anywhere else. Very professional! We take our Hondas and Toyotas to them. They always accommodate us, even in emergency situations. It good to support small businesses such as this one and I can't recommend them highly enough. - Mary M.

You will never find a better resource for car maintenance than this establishment. You can forget all of those memories of trepidation taking your vehicle in for repair by patronizing this shop. I have had my cars under Jeff/staff' care for at least 15 years. Even though I retired way out near Palm Springs, I didn't hesitate a moment about driving in several miles to continue having my car serviced at Arcadia Ultimate. Jeff/staff give really accurate estimates of any repairs they suggest. Further, they provide you valuable timelines about future repairs that will be important to budget and schedule. I've been conned in the past, overcharged, and had used and/or unnecessary parts installed in previous cars I owned. I will NEVER have to worry about that again now that I can turn over my car care to Arcadia Ultimate Automotive. Do yourself a favor and give them a try.You will be as grateful as I am that indeed, honest, professional mechanics exist right here in Southern California. - Johanna B.

Jeff and his staff are hands down the best at what they do. They are professional and friendly. Have you ever been to a dealership and thought, "Do I really need that?" You never get this at Ultimate. Jeff is an HONEST person! This is a rare thing in the automotive repair business. Nothing better then having full trust in someone working on your car. - Art H.

This is a small business located just up the street from 24 Hour Fitness in Arcadia, CA. The owner is a very informative individual, who doesn't try to sell you on products that you don't need. Rather, he gives his honest opinion and won't persuade you to purchase anything additional like some other shops do. I would recommend this location to anyone with a vehicle in the Honda, Acura, Toyota, or Lexus family. Oh! They also have a free oil change service via a "refer-a-friend" promotion. If that doesn't sell you on this location, then I don't know what will. - Loren H.

These guys are top notch. They give it to you real. Just like their sign in the office says, good work is not cheap. I don't trust my car with just anyone. I like quality work, not half-assed. These guys do quality work. But still cheaper than the dealer. - Maindrian P.

I'd read reviews from random sites and decided to go with the popularly rated Ultimate Honda & Acura. To kill time (and fill my empty stomach) while they diagnosed my rather loud brake problem, I took about a 1/3 mile walk to get a hamburger and left them my cell phone number. About 20 minutes later, one of the guys came down (he knew where I'd be) to let me know what my car needed. My stupid cell wasn't working. How nice was that?! - Sandi