Welcome to Elite Automotive Services,
your car service in Lake Forest, CA!
If you’re looking for auto repair in Lake Forest, CA, you’ve found us. Here at Elite Automotive Services we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a Lake Forest car service you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
Here at Elite Automotive Services we understand what makes customer service truly outstanding. You will feel the difference exceptional customer care makes when you work with us. We know auto repair in Lake Forest offers you lots of choices, and we aim to provide the kind of caring customer service that will bring you back.
Our professional automotive service offers you years of combined expertise from our well-trained technicians. We treat our auto repair professionals well because we value their skill and can-do attitude. We know our team sets us apart, saving you time and money, not to mention worry. When it comes to auto repair in Lake Forest, we are totally confident that Elite Automotive Services is the best option in town!
Serving the following South Orange County communities:
Lake Forest, Trabuco Canyon, Portola Hills, Baker Ranch, Santiago Canyon, Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, Irvine, Santa Ana, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Aliso Viejo, Aliso Niguel, Laguna Beach, Tustin, San Clemente, Newport Beach, Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano, Coto De Caza, Ladera Ranch, Laguna Woods, Las Flores, Modjeska Canyon, Foothill Ranch, Silverado Canyon, North Tustin, Orchard Hills, Quail Hill, Woodbridge, Northwood, Rancho Mission Viejo
Address
Elite Automotive Services
26801 Vista Terrace
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 454-1000
Shop Hours
Mon-Fri: 7am-6pm
Saturday: 8am-5pm
Sunday: Closed
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Free WiFi
Courtesy Shuttle
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About Elite Automotive Services Lake Forest, CA
Since 2010, Elite Automotive Services has been there for the people of Lake Forest. We love what we do, and that basic fact fuels our business. We are dedicated to our customers, and that’s why they stick with us—the best auto repair Lake Forest has to offer.
Our family of technicians and service staff sees their work here at Elite Automotive Services as more than a job. It’s their vocation and livelihood. Each member of our team is invested in your satisfaction.
Elite Automotive Services was founded on the basic idea that everyone deserves respect. It is our mission to treat each person that comes through our door with dignity and sensitivity. We believe this attention to detail has paid off by providing us with our loyal, friendly family of customers. That’s what makes Elite Automotive Services the best car service in Lake Forest!
Are you ready to experience the best Lake Forest car service available? Please give us a call or make an appointment here.
The Absolute Best Car Service in Lake Forest, CA
What sets Elite Automotive Services apart from all of the others in Lake Forest, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Lake Forest, CA, it’s all about earning loyalty and trust by doing our very best every day. We are determined to earn and keep your trust.
Talent: At Elite Automotive Services, you can rest easy knowing that our highly-skilled, experienced auto service professionals are handling your car. Our technicians bring years of experience, skill, and education to the Lake Forest auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in Lake Forest, CA, and we take the time to talk to you about what that means. We listen to you so we understand your needs and goals for your auto repair.
Recently Serviced Vehicles
2011 Nissan 370Z
Mileage154,836Service Date7/20/2024Services Performed- LUBE OIL AND FILTER SERVICE
- Checked and topped off engine fluid levels, checked and adjusted tire pressures
BRIAN R. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/23/20242010 Mazda 3
Mileage200,430Service Date7/19/2024Services Performed- Checked and topped off engine fluid levels, checked and adjusted tire pressures Driver door won't open from the inside. need to inspect. Need to remove door panel. Bake fluid dirty 4% of moisture. recommend a brake flush. Front tire are down to the wear bar. Recommend to replace front tires with a tire alignment. 215/50R17 Rear tire are copping and cracking. Recommend to replace rear tires. 215/50R17 Rear brake are low 4mm. recommend to replace rear pads and replace rear rotor under size.
- LUBE OIL AND FILTER SERVICE
KAMRAN E. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/20/20242018 Volkswagen Atlas
Mileage37,596Service Date7/15/2024Services Performed- Checked and topped off engine fluid levels, checked and adjusted tire pressures, recommend rear wiper blade , oil fill cap is leaking, upper engine oil pan gasket is leaking, front tires are at 9/32nds, rear tires are at 10/32nds, front brakes are at 10mm, rear brakes are at 7mm. recommend engine air filter.
- PREFERRED OIL AND FILTER CHANGE
- Remove and reinstall four wheels to inspect brake condition, Inspect entire system for leaks, tires are at 9/32nds, rear tires are at 10/32nds, front brakes are at 10mm, rear brakes are at 7mm
JORGE P. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/18/20242004 Toyota Highlander
Mileage191,701Service Date7/2/2024Services Performed- REPAIR DEEP SCRATCHES ON FRONT BUMPER AND REPAINT
CAROL J. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/18/20242019 Jeep Compass
Mileage46,379Service Date7/15/2024Services Performed- Checked and topped off engine fluid levels, checked and adjusted tire pressures
- PER PREVIOUS RECOMMENDATIONS REPLACE FILTERS CHECK AND ADVISE
- REMOVED GLOVE BOX ASSEMBLY TO GAIN ACCESS. REMOVED CABIN AIR FILTER BRACKET. REMOVED COVER. REMOVED FILTER. INSTALL NEW FILTER. RE-INSTALL ALL RELATED COMPONENTS.
- REMOVED AND REPLACED ENGINE AIR FILTER.
DOLORES S. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/15/20242008 Dodge Charger
Mileage206,662Service Date7/3/2024Services Performed- CLEANED OFF AFFECTED AREAS ADDED DYE IN ENGINE OIL RE INSPECTED AND FOUND FREEZE PLUG OF DRIVERS SIDE CYLINDER HEAD LEAKING OIL, POWER STEERING PUMP AND UPPER RADIATOR HOS WILL NEED REMOVAL TO GAIN ACCESS TO LEAKING FREEZE PLUG
- REMOVED POWER STEERING PUMP, DRAINED ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM REMOVED UPPER RADIATOR HOSE TO GAIN ACCESS TO LEAKING FREEZE PLUGS, REMOVED AND REPLACED LEAKING FREEZE PLUG.
JERRY I. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/12/20242015 Ford Fusion
Mileage107,808Service Date7/3/2024Services Performed- VERIFY CONCERN. BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ON. USED SCANNER TO PULL CODES. CODE P1703-00 BRAKE SWITCH OUT OF SELF TEST RANGE. C0040-64 BRAKE PEDAL SWITCH "A" SIGNAL PLAUSIBILITY FAILURE. PERFORMED DIAGNOSE. CHECKED POWER AND GROUND AT BRAKE PEDAL SWITCH CONNECTOR. POWER AND GROUND. TEST SWITCH. SWITCH FAIL TEST. RECOMMEND TO REPLACE BRAKE PEDAL SWITCH AND RE- TEST.
- PERFORMED OIL AND FILTER CHANGE.
- Checked and topped off engine fluid levels, checked and adjusted tire pressures. front brakes at 8mm. rear brakes at 7mm. front and rear tires at 7/32". recommend engine air filter. cabin air filter. throttle body service. maf service. spark plugs. drive belt and drive belt tensioner.
- REMOVED BRAKE PEDAL SWITCH CONNECTOR. REMOVED SWITCH. INSTALL NEW SWITCH. CLEARED CODES. RE- TEST. BRAKE LIGHTS WORKING AS DESIGNED AT THIS TIME.
- REMOVED ENGINE COVER. REMOVED SPARK PLUG COIL CONNECTORS. REMOVED SPARK PLUG COIL. REMOVED SPARK PLUGS. INSTALL NEW SPARK PLUGS. RE-INSTALL ALL RELATED COMPONENTS.
- REMOVE THROTTLE BODY, ( AS NEEDED ) CLEAN CARBON BUILD UP FROM THROTTLE PLATE, RE INSTALL THROTTLE BODY WITH NEW GASKET ( WHEN THROTTLE BODY IS REMOVED ), ADJUST IDLE PARAMETERS WHERE APPLICABLE
- REMOVED GLOVE BOX. REMOVED CABIN AIR FILTER. COVER. REMOVED CABIN AIR FILTER. INSTALL NEW FILTER. RE-INSTALL ALL RELATED COMPONENTS.
- The ozone treatment cleans and treats evap removing bacteria, fungi, pollen, mold and dust mites. removes smells and keeps evap system working effectively clean.
- REMOVED AND REPLACED ENGINE AIR FILTER.
- REMOVED RH FRONT ENGINE MOUNT. REMOVED DRIVE BELT. IDLE PULLEY. REMOVED DRIVE BELT TENSIONER. INSTALL NEW IDLE PULLEY. NEW DRIVE BELT TENSIONER. NEW DRIVE BELT. RE-INSTALL ENGINE MOUNT.
Bill M. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/3/20242017 Lincoln MKZ
Mileage80,669Service Date6/21/2024Services Performed- Checked and topped off engine fluid levels, checked and adjusted tire pressures, front tires are at 7/32nds, rear tires are at 8/32nds, set tire pressures to 32psi, front and rear brakes are at 9mm.
- LUBE OIL AND FILTER SERVICE
- ROTATED TIRES FRONT TO BACK AND SET TIRE PRESSURES
SCOTT S. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/23/20242010 Mazda CX-7
Mileage171,566Service Date6/22/2024Services Performed- LUBE OIL AND FILTER SERVICE
- Checked and topped off engine fluid levels, checked and adjusted tire pressures 35 PSI FRONT BRAKES 7MM REAR 7MM
Azalia L. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/22/20242006 Ford Pickup
Mileage114,452Service Date5/17/2024Services Performed- Checked and topped off engine fluid levels, checked and adjusted tire pressures
- LUBE OIL AND FILTER SERVICE
- CHECK ALL VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CHECK FOR CODES VEHICLE IS LEAVING OUT OF STATE
- Inspect hoses and clamps. Pressure test cooling system. Flush engine, radiator, and heater core in both directions. Bring antifreeze to -35 degrees. PH balance coolant to between 9.8 to 10.5. Check thermostat and electric cooling fan operation. Chec
- Road test and verify engine performance, transmission operation, and shift patterns. Flush transmission which includes: flushing of transmission cooler, cooler lines, valve body, and torque converter. remove oil trans pan and replace filter and gasket and refill transmission
BOB J. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/12/20242015 Jeep Wrangler
Mileage138,522Service Date5/31/2024Services Performed- Checked and topped off engine fluid levels, checked and adjusted tire pressures, 1 -lug nut and stud stripped on left front.
- INSPECTED MANIFOLDS AND ARE OK, EXHAUST MANIFOLD GASKET APPEARED TO BE LEAKING, GASKETS WILL BE REPLACED UPON ENGINE REPLACEMENT.
- PER CUSTOMERS REQUEST REPLACE ENGINE WITH CUSTOMER SUPPLIED PARTS CHECK AND ADVISE
- DRAINED ALL FLUIDS FROM OLD ENGINE REMOVED ENGINE FROM VEHICLE, REMOVED INTAKE MANIFOLD, VALVE COVERS, TIMING COVER, ENGINE OIL PAN, FRONT COOLANT OUTLET, WASHED ALL COMPONENTS, INSTALLED ONTO REPLACEMENT ENGINE WITH GASKETS PROVIDED IN INSTALL KIT, INSTALLED NEW SPARK PLUGS, WATER PUMP, THERMOSTAT, HOSES AND NEW OIL COOLER, COOLER DID NOT COME WITH OIL PRESSURE SENSOR OR COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR, BOTH SENSORS REPLACED, INSTALLED NEW OIL FILTER PROVIDED IN INSTALL KIT, INSTALLED NEW SERPENTINE DRIVE BELT IDLERS AND NEW SERPENTINE DRIVE BELT, INSTALLED REPLACEMENT ENGINE INTO VEHICLE, FILLED ENGINE WITH NEW ENGINE OIL AND COOLANT, CRANKED ENGINE OVER WITHOUT STARTING TO PRIME OILING SYSTEM, STARTED ENGINE LET IDLE FOR ABOUT A MINUTE, INSPECTED FOR LEAKS NO LEAKS PRESENT, STARTED ENGINE MONITORED TEMPERATURE AND OIL PRESSURE ALL IS OK. TEST DROVE VEHICLE RE INSPECTED AND ALL IS OK.
- CUSTOMER TO PROVIDE RE-MANUFACTURED ENGINE WITH INSTALL KIT, NO WARRANTY ON CUSTOMER SUPPLIED PARTS
- INTAKE MANIFOLD IS A 2- PIECE MANIFOLD, CLEANED BOTH PIECES, INSPECTED AND ARE OK TO BE INSTALLED.
- AFTER DRIVING THE VEHICLE FOR 40 MILES RE INSPECTED AND FOUND REAR MAIN SEAL LEAKING CUSTOMER WAS ADVISED AND HE STARTED A CLAIM WITH HIS WARRANTY
- ChristianHuling@aermfg.com We need the following pictures for this claim to get approved • RMS 1. remove flex plate take pic showing leak from seal 2. replace seal and take picture of after repair If these things are done correctly we will be able to approve the claim. We will need a copy of an RO and the vendor part receipt to cover the part Have a wonderful day! Warranty only covers $50 an hour and will only pay cost on parts customer will need to pay for difference. Potential pay out from warranty is $488.64 OGC 1866 417 9237 5/31/2024 12:28PM CHECKING STATUS warranty to pay $800.00 for labor and $50 for fluids and $119.62 for seal. Total warranty is paying $969.62
- REMOVED TRANSMISSION FROM VEHICLE, REMOVED LEAKING REAR MAIN SEAL, INSTALLED NEW REAR MAIN SEAL WITH COVER, CLEANED OFF OIL RESIDUE FROM AFFECTED AREAS, RE INSTALLED ALL COMPONENTS REMOVED.
- PLEASE TAKE PICTURES BEFORE REMOVING TRANSMISSION AND AFTER TRANSMISSION REMOVAL
- COOLANT RECOVERY TANK – Remove & Replace
BRYAN B. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/4/20242019 Jeep Compass
Mileage45,385Service Date6/3/2024Services Performed- LUBE OIL AND FILTER SERVICE
- Checked and topped off engine fluid levels, checked and adjusted tire pressures
- CUSTOMER HAS AUTO CLUB, DISCOUNT APPLIES
DOLORES S. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/3/2024