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Please note: Made in America Made in Japan was rebranded to Jack Dane Auto Service. Older reviews may reference our former name, but the same great service continues.

5

Service staff is always kind and professional. Service staff is very knowledgeable and the work performed has always been satisfying.

1

Went in for a replacement on my timing belt. They add on my idlers and water pump because it was "necessary" 2.3k later. Car needed to come back for a thermostat replacement. Another 200. Car still not working. Service tech was informative for everything that could go wrong. Little help getting the car running properly. Quotes me for a blown head gasket which is another 5k. Do not recommend. Overcharged for parts along. After initially fixing the thermostat myself, the part put in by the business was different from what belonged in my car and was somewhat blackened which looked like an old part was put in. Upsell was apparent and I will be reaching out on this matter.

We’re sorry the vehicle developed additional cooling-system problems after the initial repair. When the vehicle arrived, the water pump was seized. Before beginning repairs, we explained that the resulting overheating may already have caused engine or head-gasket damage. Because the timing belt, water pump, and related idlers work together and require much of the same labor to access, we recommended addressing those components together. After the repair, the vehicle passed a block test and drove properly. We also clearly advised that previous overheating may have compromised the engine and that additional symptoms could appear later. When the vehicle returned, we continued diagnosing the cooling system methodically, beginning with the thermostat rather than immediately recommending major engine work. Unfortunately, the later findings raised concern about a compromised head gasket. We understand how frustrating and expensive this situation has been. However, we believe the repairs, testing, and order of diagnosis were appropriate, and we worked to remain transparent about the risks from the beginning. Regards, Phil Poe & the Jack Dane Auto Service Team

- Sacramento (Downtown)
5

If I could rate more stars for my experience I would. My husband recently passed from ALS at any early age. I brought his custom 2016 Mustang race car to Jack Dane for evaluation for several loud clunking noises. Unfortunately, he was not able to race it and the car sat for a while. After getting the run around from other mechanic places, Jack Dane was referred to me. They did a full inspection of the vehicle that included everything from A-Z. I have never received an inspection report more thorough than what they provided. It included pictures and explanations of everything they found. My brother is a retired mechanic of over 30 years and he was very impressed as well. They were very honest in explaining to me some after market parts that needed to be replaced were going to be very hard to find. They even took hours of their own time to try & find the after market parts prior to me committing to use them to fix the problems. One of those after market parts ended up being a real hassle to not only get but to get the correct part as the vendor sent the wrong part twice before getting it right. They went above & beyond when the vendor required a picture & measurements of the sway bar requiring them to put it back on the rack. They also needed to put the car back together to free up their rack as we waited for the third & final correct part to arrive. After arrival, they took the car apart again to replace the bushing at no additional charge to me. This car is very special to me and they took excellent care of it for over 2 weeks as we waited for the part to arrive with no pressure or complaints to me. Mike was very knowledgeable about custom built cars and their unique challenges as well as explaining everything to me at a level that I understood. I have some knowledge of cars but not to the level needed to understand this custom built car. He was courteous, kind and excellent at his job. I highly recommend Jack Dane Auto Service to anyone needing an honest, reliable and authentic Auto service place. I can now drive the car with confidence that I took care of it like my husband wanted me to. They were a blessing to me.

Tami, Thank you for sharing your story with us. We are deeply sorry for the loss of your husband, and we're honored that you trusted us with something that means so much to you. Custom-built vehicles often present unique challenges, and we knew from the beginning that finding the correct aftermarket parts would take extra time and effort. Our goal was never just to repair the car—it was to do the job correctly while keeping you informed every step of the way. I'm glad Mike was able to help explain the process and that our inspection gave you and your brother confidence in the recommendations. Knowing that you can now drive your husband's Mustang with confidence is the greatest compliment we could receive. It was truly our privilege to care for such a special vehicle, and we sincerely appreciate your trust, your kindness, and your recommendation. Thank you again for allowing us to be a small part of preserving something so meaningful. Phil Poe & the Jack Dane Auto Service Team

- Rocklin
5

Best service in town IMO. Gave honest opinion about my A/C and tire problems and fixed my car really fast. Prices seemed reasonable too.

Thank you for the wonderful review and for considering us the best in town! We're glad we could provide honest recommendations for your A/C and tire concerns, complete the repairs quickly, and deliver good value. We truly appreciate your trust and look forward to helping keep your vehicle on the road. Phil Poe & the Jack Dane Auto Service Team

- Sacramento (Downtown)
5

Mike very knowledgeable and helpful. The technicians did a fabulous job.

Jack here - CEO (Canine Executive Officer). Mike takes great care of our customers, and my technicians take great care of their vehicles. Sounds like the whole pack earned some praise today! Thanks for the 5 stars!

- Rocklin
5

Thank you for the 5-star rating! We appreciate your trust and the opportunity to take care of your vehicle.

- Rocklin
5

Great, efficient service. Didn't try to oversell but did a very thorough evaluation.

Jack here — CEO (Canine Executive Officer). Thorough inspections, honest recommendations, and no pressure — that's how my crew likes to do business. Thanks for the 5 stars and for trusting us with your vehicle!

- Sacramento (Downtown)
5

This is literally the best and most profressional independant auto service shop I have ever used. I highly reccomend them for any of your service or repair needs.

Thank you for such an incredible compliment. To be considered the best independent repair shop you've ever used is truly an honor. Our team works hard to provide professional service, honest advice, and quality repairs, and we're grateful that effort has earned your trust. Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing Jack Dane Auto Service.

- Sacramento (Downtown)
5

Professional and honest! The team was easy to deal with and resolved problems other shops couldn’t. Highly recommended!

Thank you! We’re glad we could solve the problem and earn your trust. We appreciate the recommendation.

- Rocklin
5

Very pleased with the professionalism and service provided.

Thank you for the kind words. Providing professional service and a positive customer experience is something our team takes great pride in. We appreciate your trust and the opportunity to take care of your vehicle.

- Sacramento (Downtown)
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