Toyota Dealership recommendation in the OC?

[949r6]

I'm due for the first 5k service & have read some dealers will replace the oil while other's will stick to the recommended 10k interval. While this isn't a deal breaker, I'd prefer to stick to one conscientious dealer while covered under the toyota care for the next two years. Any recommendations or feedback on dealers within the orange county area? Closer to Irvine, the better.

 

[Brandon H]

Anywhere but Miller Toyota in Anaheim. Not sure about Service, but Sales was terrible. Walked out.

 

[Kenn]

I'm due for the first 5k service & have read some dealers will replace the oil while other's will stick to the recommended 10k interval. While this isn't a deal breaker, I'd prefer to stick to one conscientious dealer while covered under the toyota care for the next two years. Any recommendations or feedback on dealers within the orange county area? Closer to Irvine, the better.

Tustin Toyota. I have a 2016 Trail and I asked them to change the oil at 5k They will charge you. They have never really tried to up sell me on "recommended" services or "fixes". Been going to them for 12 years when I bought my '05 V8. They have done some free, simple fixes. Plus AAA discount, even on oil changes. Tip: if you have a lexus, change your oil at a Toyota dealer. Did that many times with my old IS 250 and currently do it for my GS 350. Free car wash, although I don't let them do it. Comfortable couches with 2 big screen TVs in waiting area, and an old school yellow FJ40 in the showroom.

Another tip: For major service go to South Coast Auto Clinic next to John Wayne Airport. I go here also for oil changes. No up selling, and 10% off coupon on website. Mention and show coupon first before they print out the invoice. Been going there for 10 years I think. They work on almost all cars. I had a lot of work done here and they seem pretty honest with decent prices. Plus they have a shuttle for drop off.

 

[RyanEJ25]

OC Overland goes and recommends HB Toyota. I go to Whittier Toyota for convenience and Mo is cool but nothing to write home about.

 

[shrub1]

Toyota of HB.
Good guys. Ask for Omar or Mike.

 

[Tailsonthetrail]

Toyota of HB.
Good guys. Ask for Omar or Mike.

Toyota of Huntington Beach hands down for any dealer services. Only dealer I'd trust, best thing if you can't do it yourself or still have your Toyota Care!

 

[DeathMetalTony]

I'm over at Manhattan Beach Toyota not in the OC Area.

 

[949r6]

Thanks for all the suggestions!

Ended up at Tustin Toyota & paying $69 for an oil change at 5K; will stick to the regular 10k intervals after the 10k service. While there, I had them look into the steering wheel vibration (50-60mph), nearly 4 hours later after the oil change and alignment...the vibration is still present (wanted to get it documented) but now the steering wheel is slightly mis-aligned to drive straight. Going back for a re-alignment but will take the car to HB next time.

If only the mechanics were as good as the customer service, my rep gave me a free subway meal (subway inside the dealership lounge) + two $10 starbucks gift cards.

 

[grave]

Don't call it that.