After using another local mechanic in Novato who never seemed to be able to fix what was wrong with any of our cars (something new always popped up), I asked for a referral from my friends on Facebook and they all overwhelmingly suggested Mike Oliver.  We've been going to him for about 6 years now and he fixed what was wrong with our cars, that the other mechanic couldn't or wouldn't.  We have never had to go back once he made the repairs.  We see Mike Oliver regularly for our tune-ups and oil changes. He is honest, trustworthy, and a great car repair man. – CH (5 star review found on Yelp)

My old car was totalled in an accident. Had to do the dreaded shopping for a new one. I found one I liked, drove it over to Oliver's and they gave me the list of what should be done prior to buying it. Saved us money, time, trouble and most of all it's great to have a car guy I TRUST! Thanks Mike for being such an honest car man! – Nickey H (5 star review found on Yelp)

My husband and I have been taking our cars here for years! Mike is the best that I've found.  He doesn't talk down to people, is honest, funny and most importantly TRUSTWORTHY.  Both my husband and I work down the street from Oliver Automotive, one morning I drove my car into get the oil changed and a few other things (they were going to have it all day) and I was going to walk the few blocks to work. Well, I didn't account for the huge rain storm (or monsoon), Mike drove me to work and even picked me up so I wouldn't have to walk in the rain. In this day and age, who does this anymore! I will not take my cars to anywhere else, unless it's warranty work.  My new car is a Honda, since Honda's engines are in sideways, I made sure Oliver automotive works on Honda's because that would go into my decision making process for purchasing a new car. – Jessica C (5 star review found on Yelp)

I appreciate the way the owner, Mike runs his business... no up-sell or other nonsense.  Just good work for fair pay.  It is good to do business with someone you can trust. – Scott F (5 star review found on Yelp)

We broke down far from home and were towed here. What luck! Mike was very professional and did not take advantage of the fact that we were at his mercy. Keep being honest. It is so appreciated!! - Shari N (5 star review found on Yelp)

Take your car to them. – Robin H (5 star review found on Yelp)

I have been going to Oliver's since I was 17 years old, I am now 33. He was a friend of my Auto shop teacher at the time I attended Terra Linda High school. Mike is a true man of integrity. A very honest man who has always worked his tail off to make whatever project I put in front of him result in a success. He has worked on every relic to modern car I or my entire family have owned over the last 16 years. I would trust Mike on any repair to be honest, and diligent in meeting my expectations for quality and turnaround time. Truly one of the best mechanics in the Bay Area. I currently live in Oakland and still drive the distance to go to Oliver's. He truly is that good. He is priced fairly and will get the job done! Sure you might find a cheaper mechanic somewhere but I doubt they'll stand up to Mike a true professional. – Robin M (5 star review found on Yelp)

Mike is a very professional and excellent mechanic but more importantly he is honest and fair.  Mike was able fix a brake locking issue on my 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT that 3 other mechanic could not fix.  Mike diagnosed the problem quickly and explain what the problem was and steps to correct the problem.  After the repair, brakes work like new.  I now bring all my cars to Oliver's. – Humphrey C (5 star review found on Yelp)