Raul's Mobile Repair — Local services in Modesto

Well I told you that I would leave a review after 3 months so here we go.

Raul did the engine swap on my 2008 Prius for $800, plus $100 for the fluids. He told me the process would take a day to complete, which was odd to me because it generally takes longer. Nevertheless, I allowed him to do it, and at first when I texted him he needed more time. That was okay with me, it was what I was expecting anyway. However, he kept on delaying until eventually it was finally done after a week. I would have been okay with him completing the engine swap in a week, but do not mislead me into thinking the repair is going to be done in a day!

When I drove it, it seemed like he did a good job in swapping the engine. He then asked me if I could leave a review, which I did not want to yet because I still want to drive the car more before I give my final thoughts.

A couple of days afterward, I popped open the hood of my car and I found out my coolant level was well under the minimum line. I texted him about it, and he told me to fill it up with the coolant he gave me. I was confused because he did not give me any coolant at all, and mind you I paid an extra $100 for the fluids. He then said to just fill it up with water instead. Okay... that's weird but I just bought myself more coolant. He then asked me about the review again, and I told him I'll post one in 3 months (the amount before the warranty expires). 3 months later, my car (thankfully) is still running fine with no check engine light knock on wood.

All-in-all, he managed to do the engine swap at a low price, so the job is done. However, it took some inspecting to truly ensure my car was safe enough to drive on the road. I also did not like how he started as if he'd complete the engine swap quickly, it took a whole...

I made the mistake of paying him ahead of time, I figured it was too purchase a new transmission. This was in August, not only did he not do the job, he spent my money and now says he will have to give me what he can. Except he will not show up call text no communication. He never bought a transmission. When my daughter tried to contact him, he stayed by telling her I was on drugs, coz I called him at 2am. First off, his hours say 24hrs mon. Thru Sat. When asked he said that is only for people in side of road. My family has been without Vehicle since August, he says he will show up then just don't. I have been given every excuse I'm losing my house, I'm too busy. Ect.. I'm not going to sit here and bad mouth him, but he took my money in August, I'm still waiting for my refund since he did not one thing to my vehicle. Raul u can't tell people on Friday"I'll be there on Monday", then I text you on Wednesday where you at? What happen to Monday. I'm trying not to lose my house was his response.DO NOT USE THIS GUY. HE WILL HAVE THEFT CHARGES AND FRAUD CHARGES BEING FILED shortly after this review. Since...

So, picture this: My ride decides to take a nap in some random parking lot near the highway. After ringing up a bunch of mobile mechanics, only one dude hits me back, saying, "Yeah, I gotchu after I'm done with this other job, in like, three hours." I'm like, "Cool, see you tonight," and he's like, "Yeah, but it'll be dark." Fast forward three hours, he hits me up, asking if I still need help. I'm like, "Yeah, but can we check if it's the alternator first?" No sweat, he's already there when I roll up.

Dude pops the hood, whips out a tool, and boom, it's the alternator. He gives me the lowdown on two options, both around 220 or 250 plus labor. I'm like, "Let's do it," and before I can ask if he wants me to grab the part, he's off to get it himself while I chill. Twenty minutes later, he's back, and in just an hour, he's fixed it up in the dark like an absolute savage! Never doubted him for a second. Good...