John's Bascom Automotive is fully family owned and operated, and has been since the very beginning. John Rockafellow started the business in 1972 when he purchased a Chevron gas station, right at the corner of Stokes Street and South Bascom, where there it remains to this day. His son, Mike, worked at his service station on and off during the 80s, to later return in 1992 to work full time. These days John and Mike share responsibility in the day to day operations of the business. Both John and Mike currently hold Smog Licenses, and hold multiple ASE certifications. They both split their time betweening running the business, and working on vehicles. John has a long history in the automotive field.
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John Bascom's Automotive received an average rating of 4.08 out of 5 stars from 13 reviews.
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They always fix it right the first time! by comp 6 via Insider Pages on 3/4/2011
I?ve been coming here since shortly after moving to San Jose in 1997. They?re fair, they?re honest, have always had a great group of mechanics who I trust and they always fix it right the first time. I always know that when I pick up my…
Incredible Service by Trusting Mechanics by CalBiker via Citysearch on 1/10/2011
I have been going to this shop for over 30 years. I used to live down the street, then moved to Los Gatos and now live back in the San Jose area and STILL take all of my cars to John's! I would never consider taking them anywhere…
I will definitly be back (its a good thing) =) by cyndicreech via Citysearch on 11/5/2010
My truck had been undrivable for about 2 weeks and I unexpectantly had today off. A friend of mine refered me to this shop because I recently moved to the area and didn't have a mechanic. I called John's and they told me to come right…
DO NOT TAKE YOUR VEHICLE TO THIS SHOP!!! by honest joey via Citysearch on 6/12/2010
They charge too much and charge you to check their mistakes after you have already spent well over $2,000. They replace parts they were never asked to look at as they were never an issue until they touched the vehicle. My radiator blew…
No Higher Recommendation Possible by DKSweet via Citysearch on 12/16/2008
Highest integrity and ethics I've ever experienced from a service business. You get what you pay for and they refuse to do work that isn't called for. More than once I thought an expensive fix was required and asked that it be done and…
Great customer service by sportster902 via Citysearch on 8/28/2008
I have been bringing my car to John s for a wile now and they have done a wonderful job each time. All of the mechanics are extremely friendly and willing to help find out what the problem is. They are fair and honest about what the…
Honest mechanic by fulkie via Citysearch on 5/23/2008
Trustworthy. John has an honest business. I'm fortunate to live nearby him. When I move, I will still come back here.
This is the Automotive place to go! by LadywithLexus via Citysearch on 3/30/2008
My Sister gave me the number to John's Bascom Automotive over 7 years ago. Many of her co-workers have been going there for years. (Sorry) But it is not easy to find a reputable mechanic in this county. Since she gave me his number I…
Didn't fix the problem by chilla via Citysearch on 2/4/2008
I had a fuel pump installed at John's Auto for a cost of $266 for labor only. I provided the fuel pump which cost me $135.00, not the price of their suggestions of $245 or $495. I don't think the mechanic wanted to use my fuel pump, but…
Always under estimate by random1077 via Citysearch on 1/30/2007
Unlike some places, John's crew works as fast as possible. My labor costs are often 30-40% lower than he originally estimated. These quotes are usually pretty good to begin with.
Avoid John's Automotive by guycarr via Citysearch on 1/7/2007
Parts and labor cost outrageous - they charge an additional 70% on parts they get from the dealer. Sorry, but I'd rather spend that kind of money taking my car to the dealer.
Peace of mind by rpanos via Citysearch on 1/10/2006
Not only are John and his crew the most trustworthy in the bay, but they are always 10-25% cheaper than any other quote I get. Family members drive 50 miles to leave their car with Bascom Auto and we have been doing so for over 20 years.
Best in the valley for me. by eskwared via Citysearch on 10/9/2005
I've used these guys for 5 years. I've recommended them to my family and friends. John, Mike and the guys will treat you right. Honest and very fair. Give them a try.
I used to live a couple miles away and I moved 10 miles further and I…
