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Cowden Automotive
- Auto Repair
- San Francisco, CA
About this business
Paul Cowden created one of the first gay-owned automotive shops in the Bay Area more than 30 years ago.
Location details
875 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA, 94107, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | Closed |
Fantastic Service Cowden Automotive Foreign Car Repair is nothing but classy -- professional, friendly and knowledgeable staff. Quality work. I bought a used Toyota that was 100% maintained by the owner (yipes!) Of course I needed to find someone I trusted to go over the car top to bottom and let me know if anything needed to be fixed. There was a lot of chances for them to get me on things I'd have no idea about. I was impressed with what they came back with, and how quickly and cheaply the repairs were done. I walked in ex... read more
Used car salesman treatment I was referred by a coworker. I took my 1995 Mazda here in 2004 when it sprung a "major" oil leak. It was gushing. After Cowden Automotive "fixed" it, it never stopped leaking, completely. It was easy to tell, since I park in my garage, at home - and can observe the oil slick. When I brought my car back, they hooked it up to a machine, and ran a "diagnosis", and told me that I had something wrong with a bearing in one of my wheels, and would eventually need major work (eventually, the wheel would ... read more
I've been taking my Honda and BMW to Cowden for over 12 years. He and his experienced crew have always serviced with honesty and expedience. He keeps them running so good they may last forever.
Very Good Service & Friendly – Great experience. Very friendly and customer service oriented. Service rep explains exactly what the repair was and will be up front if more repair is needed. Overall a very pleasant experience. Much better than the big dealers.
Fantastic Service Cowden Automotive Foreign Car Repair is nothing but classy -- professional, friendly and knowledgeable staff. Quality work. I bought a used Toyota that was 100% maintained by the owner (yipes!) Of course I needed to find someone I trusted to go over the car top to bottom and let me know if anything needed to be fixed. There was a lot of chances for them to get me on things I'd have no idea about. I was impressed with what they came back with, and how quickly and cheaply the repairs were done. I walked in ex... read more
Used car salesman treatment I was referred by a coworker. I took my 1995 Mazda here in 2004 when it sprung a "major" oil leak. It was gushing. After Cowden Automotive "fixed" it, it never stopped leaking, completely. It was easy to tell, since I park in my garage, at home - and can observe the oil slick.
exxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxpensive – charge 240$ for check engine light service. Around city average is 95$ !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Gay yes but not that overpriced ...........................
Great place to take your car – After a recent bad experience when I was forced to take my car elsewhere for sudden repairs, I was reminded how happy I am that my usual car maintenance and repair place is Cowden. The friendly staff take the time to explain everything thouroughly, are upfront about costs, and give a lot of detail on the work being done and why (if any) parts are needed. They are very realistic about advising what you need to do in the short term and in the long term for a safe and well run vehicle -- they don'... read more
Best Auto Repair Anywhere ! – I have owned my own auto repair facility in Minnesota (15 years) and worked at new car dealerships. Also I have worked at independent auto repair shops in Carmel, Santa Cruz, San Francisco and Sacramento as well. I was also fortunate enough to work for Cowden Automotive. Paul Cowden is the most professional person I have ever known. To say that he is thorough in all aspects of running his business is an understatement. Paul Cowden sets the example that all automotive repair shops should follow. ... read more
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How is Cowden Automotive rated?
Cowden Automotive has a 4.6 star rating with 141 reviews.
When is Cowden Automotive open?
Cowden Automotive is closed now. It will open at 7:30 a.m.
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