Econo Auto Center

Auto Repair Shops in Santa Barbara, California

4.8 (53)

Category	Auto Repair Shops · Chauffeur service, Engine rebuilding service, Transmission shop
Address	1131 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Street	De Lane Vina Street
Area	Santa Barbara, California
Phone	(805) 965-9929
Google rating	4.8 (53)
Source	Google Maps and public records · listed Oct 22, 2026

Hours

Monday	8 am–6 pm
Tuesday	8 am–6 pm
Wednesday	8 am–6 pm
Thursday	8 am–6 pm
Friday	8 am–6 pm
Saturday	8 am–2 pm
Sunday	Closed

About Econo Auto Center

Econo Auto Center is one of the auto repair shops listed in Santa Barbara, California. The business is registered at 1131 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101; use this page to check its hours, phone number and Google rating before you make the trip. Besides its main category, the business also describes itself as chauffeur service, engine rebuilding service, transmission shop, so it may cover more than the name suggests.

The business lists hours on 6 days of the week. Typical hours are 8 am–6 pm. Note that it does not open on Sunday. As with most places, expect changes around holidays; the phone number below is the fastest way to confirm. The listed phone number is (805) 965-9929. Many businesses also reply to text messages on the same number if it is a cell phone.

On Google it holds a rating of 4.8 out of 5 from 53 reviews.

How Econo Auto Center compares with other auto repair shops in Santa Barbara

It usually closes at 6 PM, later than 23 of the 29 auto repair shops in Santa Barbara that publish their hours.
It shares De Lane Vina Street with 2 other listed businesses.
Nearest other auto repair shops: Ak Auto Repair (0.2 mi), Santa Barbara Gas, Propane & Smog (0.2 mi), Santa Barbara Autowerks (0.6 mi)

Before you go

Check your vehicle for open safety recalls on NHTSA.gov; recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Ask for a written estimate before work starts and to approve any extra repairs first.
Ask whether technicians are ASE-certified and what warranty covers parts and labor.

Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Rob M 4 months ago

I’ve been going to Econo Auto for many years and they always do topnotch work for a reasonable price. Always friendly, always reliable. I highly recommend them.

Blaine Lundt 7 months ago

Rudy does great work at fair prices. Highly recommend! He has saved me lot of trouble with my Chevy diesel over the years.

Cody Elles a year ago

My 2013 Veloster's engine basically exploded on the way up to Solvang. After talking to multiple shops, this place's name kept coming up, and boy- am I ever glad it did. Rudy was exceedingly helpful, got me a full replacement engine with only 15k miles on it for a great price, and threw in a few extra services to boot. If you want expert care and don't have a fortune to pay, this place has got your back.

Say M a year ago

Thank you so much, Rudy, for squeezing me in in a pinch. I highly recommend Rudy and his crew. Honest, inexpensive, thorough and fast. Very communicative, and caring and careful as well (he asked me to bring the car back in a couple of weeks just so he could double check everything and make sure it was tio top.) You are in safe hands with Rudy.

Angel Octavio Calderón Díaz a year ago

The Best Auto Service in Town! I took my car to Econo Auto Center for an oil change, and I couldn’t be happier with the service. From the moment I arrived, the staff was friendly, professional, and efficient. They explained everything clearly and got the job done quickly. The service was fast and top-quality, and they even checked other key points on my car at no extra charge. It’s clear that they truly care about their customers and take pride in their work. Without a doubt, the best in the area! If you’re looking for a reliable shop with fair prices, Econo Auto Center is the place to go. I’ll definitely be coming back!

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Econo Auto Center located?

Econo Auto Center is at 1131 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, in Santa Barbara, California. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Econo Auto Center?

Econo Auto Center is listed as an auto repair shop and is also tagged on Google as chauffeur service, engine rebuilding service, transmission shop.

What are the hours of Econo Auto Center?

Published hours are Monday: 8 am–6 pm; Tuesday: 8 am–6 pm; Wednesday: 8 am–6 pm; Thursday: 8 am–6 pm; Friday: 8 am–6 pm; Saturday: 8 am–2 pm; Sunday: Closed. It is closed on Sunday. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

Is Econo Auto Center open on Sunday?

No, Econo Auto Center is closed on Sunday.

What is the phone number of Econo Auto Center?

You can call Econo Auto Center at (805) 965-9929.

How is Econo Auto Center rated on Google?

Econo Auto Center has a Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 from 53 reviews.

Are there other auto repair shops near Econo Auto Center?

Yes. Santa Barbara also has Schneider Autohaus - Bosch, Santa Barbara Smog Shop, Santa Barbara Tire and Service Center among others; see the full list of auto repair shops in Santa Barbara at the bottom of this page.