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Auto repair shop - Russo's Collision Repair - in Watsonville

23 reviews

Location: 716 Walker St, Watsonville, CA 95076

Office phone

+1 (831) 722-3552

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15/07/2015

After a recommendation from Kadotani Automotive (great mechanics). At Russo's, I had an excellent experience. Top-notch customer service.
Gary was easy to work with, communicated seamlessly with my insurance co., and sent me daily text message updates with the status of my repair. Not only that, but they finished a day earlier than promised! The work looks great and all is working well.
To top it off, my car was cleaned inside and out with fresh flowers, in a Russo's glass, sitting in my cup holder. A job well done.

Robby O.

Source: YELP

20/11/2015

Dang, I can't give enough stars for Russo's. Quality work, friendly team, and an inpiration to businesses everywhere; big and small. This is how you do customer service right. And it starts at the top with the owner Fernando, then on to his shop foreman Hemi (sp), then the office team. It seems to trickle down to Everyone! IRusso's.

PJ P.

Source: YELP

11/12/2014

This is the second time I've taken my car here and I've never been disappointed. The service is amazing and when I picked up my car it literally felt brand new and to top it off as soon as I got in my car I see a bouquet of flowers in a mason jar! I can't even explain how much better that made my day! Thank you Russos you have a loyal customer right here!!

Eri P.

Source: YELP

05/02/2016

Complete rip off. These guys charge twice the rate of almost all of the shops for a small door ding. These guys will never work on a car I own.

Steve S.

Source: YELP

13/01/2016

I got hit on November 20, 2015, I finally got my car back yesterday. I understand the holidays were a major cause of the delay, which is fine. The car damage was to the driver's side rear door and wheel, and airbags. When I picked up my car on 1/8 there were 4 scratches on my front bumper which I know for a FACT were not there when I dropped it off. There was a scratch on the door they had just pained. Both rear lights have scratches on them, which I know were not there before and there is definitely a new scratch on my passenger side tire rim. The interior was extremely dirty...you could tell they don't wear gloves as there were grease marks all over the place. They missed replacing two covers as well. There was also a tool mark on the leather backseat, which was extremely visible. In any case, they kept it yesterday promising to repaint the bumper, buff out the scratch on the door and fix the seat and clean the interior. In any case, picked up the car this morning. There are STILL scratches on the bumper, it was not repainted. Why would you tell me to leave it to have the bumper repainted and then not do it? All was fine except when Rick mentioned that his technician had stated that the car came in with "some" scratches. It did not, sorry. I know every scratch on my car (one, on the underside of the front bumper caused by me going over a sidewalk). I know this because my husband bought me the car and he reminds me about it all the time. In any case, I'm not keeping the car much longer. I hope not to need an auto body shop ever again, but if I do, sorry "#1 Russo's" it won't be you.

Olympia R.

Source: YELP

19/10/2013

Amazing service! Very friendly and welcoming. Great work on my car, everything was simple and easy. Always called and kept me up to date. Also a hertz which made switching out my car very easy.
I was hit in a parking garage, the situation was stressful. RCR made the experience very easy, stress free and my car looks great. Also did a wonderful job in a short amount of time.

Alyssa H.

Source: YELP

12/06/2014

Russos is very professional, courteous, & accommodating. Their rental department had a nice car ready right away, & we drove away less than 25 minutes later. Our truck was repaired to better than new condition, and there was even Mason Jar full of homegrown flowers in the cup holder. The car was immaculate & ready to go when we picked it up. We've had a few cars and a horse trailer repaired at Russos over several years & their service never varies. We give it a 5+++ Ed & Bonnie

Bonnie T.

Source: YELP

18/10/2013

It's actually pleasant to deal with this place, at what can be a stressful time. Everyone is super friendly and knowledgeable. Hugo is a true expert who explains everything clearly and acts like he has all the time in the world for you.
We had a lot of work done, a major repair, and the car is back in sparkling mint condition with a vase of fresh flowers in the cup holder!
Check out the historic location in Watsonville and all the retro automobile collectibles.

Nan U.

Source: YELP

14/12/2013

My friend brought a truck to be painted over three months ago and has yet to see it. It, unlike most of their work is not insurance related work and she paid upfront. Now the truck sits because someone miss-placed or stole the parts that fit inside the door which roll up the window. They did not notify her of this, but kept saying they were so busy with insurance work and could not get to her truck. She finally went in and talked to the owner only to find out the truck had been painted, but parts gone and not ordered to replace them. Fast forward two weeks later and more promises to get her the truck and still no truck and parts not ordered. They are looking for parts I'm sure from wrecked trucks, which would be cheaper. My friend is 82 years old and so excited about this fun paint job they were going to do on her new truck. They were going to paint something special on the back tailgate. Zero happening. Shame, shame on you for taking the money upfront and not delivering the work in a timely manner.
A friend

eileen s.

Source: YELP

05/03/2014

I am changing this to 4 stars from my previous review of 1. After I left a message this last weekend, they promptly called me back and apparently they had left 3 messages for me over the last couple of weeks. Where those messages are I do not know. But they apparently did try to reach me. I took my car in this morning and they put those strips on and I was out in about a 1/2 hour. They are a friendly bunch, I would most likely return if I am in need of repairs again.

kalia h.

Source: YELP

15/11/2013

Leave your car at Russo's with confidence. My car had three separate issues that had to be dealt with, and Fernando and his staff did an amazing job -- the car looks like new. They are extremely professional and capable. Highly recommended.

Elise Ann W.

Source: YELP

30/10/2013

I recently had someone back into my car in a parking lot and needed to have my bumper replaced. AAA recommended Russo's Collision Repair and it was very close to where I was working and convenient to drop it off there. My experience there was professional, courtesy, and they had my car back to me within 4 days. The Owners and Employees are a pleasure to deal with and the perfect ending is that when you pick up your car there are flowers in a vase thanking you for your business! Nice touch!

Delrae J.

Source: YELP

15/05/2011

I got rear ended in my black mustang and the driver in the Civic took off. My insurance asked me to pick a place to get my mustang fixed. I didnt know of any places in Watsonville so I pick russo's. And boy I'm I glad a did. They kept me updated and how long it would take to get my car back and when I got it back it looked brand spanking new! These people are really friendly and trustworthy!

Fabio S.

Source: YELP

20/03/2011

Nice old man down the street accidentally backed into me, crushed my bumper. Other body shops wanted $2500+ to fix it. Russo's did a great job for less than $1000. In other words, they weren't trying to rip me off and fix a bunch of things that didn't need to be fixed. Good guys and good service.

Brian L.

Source: YELP

31/05/2011

Long story short,I took my car there because of AAA recommending them, after the 1st time I picked it up, there were new scratches on the car, they claimed they were already there, which they weren't, but they agreed to fix the scratches, but then I had to take it back because of their careless employees, so every time I took my car to them, I would pick it up and there would be scratches & things broken on the car. Finally the last time I picked it up, they chipped the paint on the door that was originally painted & didn't want to fix it, the owner is so rude and said "I am done with you, call AAA & do what you have to, but I'm done". The person from AAA was useless & I still have the chip on the car that Russo's refuses to fix. I DON'T RECOMMED THIS SHOP AT ALL, FIND ANOTHER PLACE!!!

Melissa C.

Source: YELP

13/01/2016

They are repairing two, yes two of my cars and we are very satisfied with the customer service. We haven't received our vehicles back yet but I'm sure they will be good as new...I will come back with that review.

Donna Downs Coffman

Source: FBOOK

02/12/2014

This place is great. The customer service is wonderful and they fixed my car quicker than most places for a really good price too. I will definitely be going back here

Alanis Vienola

Source: FBOOK

02/12/2014

One of my favorite auto shops in Santa Cruz county. Going back here in the future!

Brittany Sparks

Source: FBOOK

07/03/2014

Maurice Ramirez Sr.

Source: FBOOK

03/08/2013

Ron Janke

Source: FBOOK

08/06/2016

This place is amazing, everyday I drive by there it's always busy. They have everything from Hondas to Mercedes Benz that they are always fixing. I would defiantly recremend this place

Justin M

Source: GPLAC

20/03/2016

Joel at the front counter knows his stuff. Everyone there is very friendly and always trying to help you out. It is with great benefit that Russo's partnered up with Hertz.

Vanessa Sanchez

Source: GPLAC

26/07/2011

Had to come back for rework but overall excellent service.

A Google User

Source: GPLAC

We work with these brands

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Mercedes-Benz
Nissan
Subaru
Tesla
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We perform these services

Customization and Performance Upgrades

  • Performance tuning
  • Aftermarket exhaust systems
  • Suspension upgrades

Engine Services

  • Engine repair and rebuilds
  • Cooling system service and repair
  • Exhaust system repair

HVAC Services

  • Air conditioning repair and recharge
  • Heating system repair
  • Cabin air filter replacement

Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Services

  • Battery health checks
  • Electric motor service
  • Hybrid-specific components repair

Tire Services

  • Tire sales and installation
  • Tire rotation and balancing
  • Wheel alignment

Vehicle Detailing

  • Interior and exterior cleaning
  • Waxing and polishing
  • Engine cleaning