Performance Automotive, Inc

About Us

Welcome to Performance Automotive!

Proudly serving the South Bay and all the Bay Area
with 40 years in the automotive repair business!
We begin by offering a host of FREE services, including on-line auto maintenance schedules for your car or light truck, followed up with friendly reminders that let you know when your car is due for service. It has never been easier or more convenient to keep your car or truck in top shape.
We also take the time to explain every job, and always provide you with an estimate in advance. You can be assured that our technicians have been trained to repair your vehicle - old and new alike - the very first time. And we always use the right parts for your vehicle.
Our friendly staff invites you to schedule an appointment for your next scheduled maintenance or repair. We are a full service shop and can handle both your basic requirements and your ultimate performance needs. From batteries, to brakes, to tune-ups — let us make sure your vehicle is reliable and safe.

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Customer Review



  Barry Eberly, 01/16/2026

Gordon is the best! Always honest and reliable. Expert in fixing anything I have come across over the years... even got my computer working on my older Rav4! Thanks!!!

  Mike Becket, 11/13/2025

Have been going to Performance Auto for about 40 years and have always received great service at a good price.

  Kari Snyder, 09/11/2025

EXCELLENT!!! Honest!!! Trustworthy!!!! I can NOT recommend Performance Automotive enough!!! BEST Mechanic in San Jose FOR SURE!!!

  Linda Leitner, 09/11/2025

Always great!!!

  Nancy Rains, 07/16/2025

Great service. Highly recommended!

  Julio Romo, 01/30/2025

Gordon is the best mechanic I have encountered. He is honest, dependable, and a delight to work with. I don't trust anybody else with my cars.

  Maria Lee, 10/18/2024

Gordon did an excellent job as always with our Toyota when it needed new brakes. We never have to worry about our cars needing work done, because we can trust Gordon to not over charge us and give us the best care for our cars.

  Clyde Wong, 10/11/2024

Always on time. Does the work that has to be done and does safety check.

  Steve Daly, 05/30/2024

Gordon is our guy. He?s the best, honest, reliable mechanic

  Maria Lee, 04/04/2024

Gordon is one of the last honest mechanics. He is very straightforward on what your car needs and what can be put off. We are always very happy to entrust Gordon with our cars. Highly recommend.

  Steve Daly, 03/21/2024

We found Performance Automotive 29 years ago when living near by. We bring all our cars there. Our now adult kids also bring their cars there. Gordon is the heart and soul of this place. And he is an awesome mechanic, knowledgeable, trustworthy, and honest. Highly recommend using this company

  Ron Marks, 02/08/2024

Always my first choice for auto service.

  Maria Lee, 12/28/2023

Gordon always takes great care of our cars. Gordon is a rare kind of mechanic. He's always very honest with us and doesn't charge more than what is needed to get things done.

  Kari Snyder, 10/12/2023

EXCELLENT Trustworthy service!!!

  Ellen Anderson, 09/28/2023

I have trusted Gordon to take care of my car since we moved to California nine years ago. During that time, he has done the routine care reliably, and he has also creatively solved "mystery" and inconvenient problems as well. My car is 24 years old, about 170,000 miles, and I still count on it for both short and long trips with minimal visits for maintenance. Gordon is a truly gifted mechanic.

  Maria Lee, 08/10/2023

I can always trust Gordon to take great care of our cars.

  Augie Marques, 06/27/2023

Great work and very competent mechanic.

  Maria Lee, 04/22/2023

Gordon has been our mechanic for a very long time. Nearly 13 years now. He made certain that he got our car in right before our trip. Highly recommend this place.

  Kim Kauffman, 02/24/2023

As always, Lew Gordon (owner & the only mechanic at this shop) quickly figured out our ?Check Engine Light? problem along with discovering /preventing a host of potential problems to get our car "travel ready "for the upcoming summer months. So glad I was referred to him years ago.

  Linda Leitner, 11/24/2022

Always a five

  Tammy Okamura, 11/11/2022

trustworthy and reliable place. Gordon is the best

  Tammy Okamura, 06/22/2022

I can trust that Gordon will do what is best for my car.

  Dennis Maxwell, 03/31/2022

Fantastic service at a fair price, as usual.

  Ellen Anderson, 10/14/2021

Gordon is amazing! He is knowledgeable, skilled, and generous. He helps find alternatives when the part is no longer available (I have a car that is over 20 years old). He explains everything clearly so I can fully understand the issue and the resolution. I highly recommend Performance Automotive.

  John Steimle, 08/12/2021

Gordon?s skill as a mechanic is surpassed only by his honesty. Great mechanic.

  Donna Delong, 08/05/2021

We have been going to Performance Automotive (Gordon) for years. He is dependable, thorough, honest, reasonable and friendly.

  Clyde Wong, 05/20/2021

Always done on time and reasonable.

  Maria Lee, 05/20/2021

Gordon always does a great job with our cars. Doesn't over charge. Is up front and honest about everything. Tells you what needs doing right away and if money is tight, what can wait. The reason why we have been coming to him for 11 years now.

  Cheryl Ersepke, 05/03/2021

Excellent service!

  Lon Hansen, 03/25/2021

Gordon is a great mechanic. He is trustworthy, creative and always looking for solutions that save me money when appropriate without compromising the quality of the needed repairs. I highly recommend Gordon.

  Linda Wilson, 01/21/2021

Gordon provided excellent service tracking down a very elusive problem with a 2003 Ford Edge truck.

  Maria Lee, 07/23/2020

We have been coming to Performance Automotive for years for the care of our cars. Gordon is the absolute best. Highly recommend.

  Dennis Maxwell, 06/11/2020

Gordon, you are the greatest. Thank you for taking care of me and my Honda on a very efficient and timely basis. I'll be back. Dennis

  Lon Hansen, 05/10/2020

Gordon is amazing. I have been bringing my are to him for 10 plus years. He is honest, always looks for the most cost effective solutions and has many times told me you don?t need to do something others wanted me to do immediately. He is the best and I recommend him to anyone looking to get there car serviced

  Dennis Maxwell, 03/26/2020

Gordon has been maintaining my cars for at least 20 years. He's reliable and a very good mechanic. I would recommend him to anyone and I have over the years recommended him to many of my friend. He's great!

  Barry Eberly, 03/19/2020

Gordon is a great mechanic and an all around good guy. Reliable , trustworthy, and skilled .

  Eva Chapman, 10/17/2019

Highly recommend. Gordon is an excellent mechanic and a trustworthy individual.

  Maria Lee, 10/05/2019

Gordon always takes excellent care of our cars.

  Linda Wilson, 09/26/2019

We have been taking our cars to Gordon since 2008. He is impeccably honest, takes care of problems and keeps our cars in good running condition to avert problems. We have saved thousands of dollars over the dealership garage because Gordon is so honest.

  Tammy Okamura, 05/03/2019

Love bringing my car here. Can always count on an honest recommendation of work needed.

  Ray Berman, 05/02/2019

Excellent service

  Maria Lee, 03/13/2019

Gordon is always super nice and he is a great mechanic. He really takes good care of our cars. I have 2011 Toyota Corolla and my boyfriend has a 2006 Audi TT.

  Clyde Wong, 08/09/2018

Good work with fair $$$. Only does what is necessary unlike dealerships .

  Steve Daly, 07/05/2018

We have been coming to Performance Automotive for over 25 years. Gordon is so personable, knowledgeable, and honest. We service all of our cars here and won't go anywhere else.

  Richard Parrish, 05/31/2018

Gordon is extremely knowledgeable, a great problem solver. I have never dealt with a better mechanic.

  Bette Emanuel, 03/23/2018

We have been customers of Performance Imports for many years. We have always received excellent service. Gordon always goes above and beyond to make sure our cars are in perfect running shape at a very fair price.

  Caprice Hardy, 03/15/2018

We've been going to Gordon for almost 10 years now, and I trust him implicitly to always do just what our cars need to run well and drive safely on the road. I would highly recommend Performance Automotive for all of your mechanical needs.

  Cheryl Ersepke, 03/13/2018

Best mechanic in the area. Always getts the job done well and on time!

  Anina Murphy, 10/31/2017

I would not take my car anywhere else. Gordon was even kind enough to run down the answer to a question I had about the car, and called me later in the week to provide his the results of his research.

  Paul Zahnd, 09/21/2017

Awesome service. So accurate and honest. Great Guy. We love our Mechanic!

  Clyde Wong, 08/10/2017

I had my car in for an oil change and check up before a long trip. All work was done on time. I noticed they only do what is necessary unlike the dealerships that do more than what is needed just to inflate their prices.

  Francene Crowley, 07/13/2017

Good Service

  Ann Nuno, 06/02/2017

Extremely honest and reliable service every time. You can rely on an honest opinion of what work needs to be done and what can wait. Fast professional service you can count on with very fair pricing.

  Anina Murphy, 05/25/2017

It is so nice to have a mechanic I can trust, who provides great service in a timely manner.

  Denise Boiko, 05/07/2017

I've always received excellent customer service, friendly words, and utmost respect from Gordon. I would recommend this shop to anyone. Gordon clearly cares about his customers, and his cheerful, friendly manner is a great contrast to many of the auto mechanic experiences I've had.

  Dennis Maxwell, 04/06/2017

Absolutely #5

  Eva Chapman, 03/09/2017

Excellent and honest service. What high praise can you give.

  Dennis Maxwell, 02/24/2017

Very satisfied.

  Clyde Wong, 02/23/2017

I had pervious work done at the dealership and was always charged extra for dealership recommended service above what the car manufacture recommended service. Gordon review what was previously done to the car can only did what was necessary at the 100,000 mile point.

  Stephen Webb, 01/26/2017

Very Professional and Very High Quality!

  Neda Dorjath, 01/19/2017

Honest and more than just capable.

  Clyde Wong, 12/29/2016

Did a great job. Originally I requested 3 automatic door locks be fix. They discovered only 2 had to be done and only charge me for 2. Now that is being honest.

  Kay Pexton, 10/06/2016

Honesty is important to me. And I feel that I find it in Gordon. He never tries to sell me services or products I don't need. And he's very thorough in his explanations of things. He has taught me a lot about cars.

  Gary Chung, 09/22/2016

Gordon has been servicing all our vehicles, 1995 & 1996 Toyota Camry, 2005 Toyota Sienna, since purchasing them new. The reason why we continue to have him service our cars: Honesty, pride in his work, fair price.

  Linda Wilson, 08/25/2016

We have Bob and Gordon maintain our car because they are scrupulously honest and reliable. We had a list of things the Lexus dealer said had to be done, and Gordon found only one issue out of the whole list. Saves $$$$$

  Laura Kitagawa, 08/11/2016

Gordon is extremely helpful and knowledgable. Definitely someone that you can trust to work on your car.

  Richard Parrish, 08/06/2016

As always, Gordon provided excellent service in a timely manner. He receives my highest recommendation.

  Susan Osterholt, 07/07/2016

I have had many years of excellent service.

  Augie Marques, 07/07/2016

Always a great job performed by Gordon and crew. Thank you

  Stephen Webb, 07/07/2016

Great Service!

  Cheryl Ersepke, 04/21/2016

Always the best car service in town!

  Paul Zahnd, 04/14/2016

You both are awesome! Car is running great!

  Dennis Kinoshita, 04/14/2016

consistently excellent service each time with Gordon. We have been customers for decades with different makes of cars. I do recommend his shop to others.

  Wesley Yemoto, 02/26/2016

I own a 2006 BMW X.3. When I would take my car in for normal servicing, at the dealership, it seemed as though they would break something else. It's a relief to know I can bring my car in, have it fixed properly, on time, and at a reasonable price. Thank you Bob.

  Betty Benson, 01/22/2016

Excellent service and in record time!!!

  Jeff Gunn, 01/21/2016

Gordon and Bob did a great job as usual on my Scion. I could not drop off the car and had to wait, I had an appointment. The car was serviced right away for a wheel bearing replacement. The car drove much better and quieter. I would recommend the shop without hesitation.

  Ken Silver, 01/21/2016

Fast and reasonable service at a mostly reasonable price. Clean.

  Neda Dorjath, 12/24/2015

Easy to get appointment - car done on time - cost about half of dealership cost. What's not to like?

  Jack Hollins, 12/10/2015

Received prompt, friendly service for unexpected tire repair

  Caprice Hardy, 12/03/2015

Gordon and Bob have tirelessly worked on our Honda Odyssey minivan. They are honest, hardworking guys always willing to go the extra mile and help their customers in a pinch. Twice now we were scheduled to leave town when our car broke down. They were able to fit us in and get the car running so we could leave. Very competitive pricing also! Love them!

  Linda Wilson, 11/05/2015

The staff is careful, considerate, and always honest about what does, or does not, have to be done. Work is excellent and efficient.

  Paul Zahnd, 11/01/2015

Love your honesty. I have sent over several friends and they appreciate your help and honesty. You are wonder gentlemen. Great mechanics. We appreciate you very much!!

  Jack Hollins, 10/29/2015

Service done as requested

  Clyde Wong, 10/22/2015

All work was done in a timely fashion. Service was great and the people were very friendly.

  Jeff Allmon, 10/16/2015

Performance Automotive has provided excellent service to my 5 vehicles which range from a Suburu, Nissan Maxima and a Ford 68 Mustang. Gordon and Bob have done a great job with repairs that don't end up back at the shop. Gordon is great a trouble shooting and provides fair prices every time I go. You can also get an appointment, although his Mondays can be busy.

  Francene Crowley, 10/08/2015

I recently brought my car in for a problem and a oil change on my Nissan? The service was impeccable . I have been taking my car to a place in Mountain View. for years. It was very hard for me to switch, but Performance is much more convenient to where I live? The mechanics were very knowledgeable, friendly and their prices are very reasonable. I highly recommend Performance Automotive.

  Neda Dorjath, 10/08/2015

Fair pricing, prompt service done correctly, friendly people. What more could you ask for?

  Steve Cannon, 10/02/2015

Gordon & Bob are wonderful men! Friendly, helpful, knowledgable!

  Judy Brown, 10/01/2015

I have used Performance for years on several of the cars I've owned and trust them completely.

  Jeff Ettinger, 09/03/2015

Very knowledgeable and efficient service. In addition to my tuneup I needed a minor door repair, which was done at no charge. I have been coming here for many years, and will continue doing so!

  Wesley Yemoto, 08/27/2015

Bob always gets me in quickly. All the work has been excellent. They don't "break" other things while working on my car. I recommend them every chance I get.

  Eva Chapman, 07/16/2015

This job was caused by a break down of our daughter's car on the 4th of July. I appreciate that you were able to fit it into your schedule and have it fixed by the end of the day on Monday. As always the work was first rate.

  Linda Wilson, 06/11/2015

We know that if Bob or Gordon find anything wrong, it is honestly something that needs repair. Many times they have told us there was not a problem after the Lexus dealer had identified one.

  Dennis Maxwell, 06/04/2015

Another outstanding service by Bob and Gordon. You guys do a terrific job keeping my 1999 Lexus on the road and reliable.

  Bob Burgess, 05/30/2015

Good service as far as I can tell.

  Linda Leitner, 04/23/2015

I have been referring work on my family vehicles to Performance Automotive for over 20 years. Service that we have always received has been outstanding with an emphasis on work that is really warranted based on the age of our vehicles and what type of driving we do. Since the business is small, we can always talk to the same staff and receive a very honest assessment regarding the work that is necessary.

Services

Our teams of highly trained and certified technicians are here to serve you. From oil changes to complex computer diagnostics, our staff is here to do what it takes to maintain your car. We are also certified to maintain new car warranties, so you can rely on us to be your one-stop service center.
Our certifications include:
  • A/C
  • Body
  • Brakes
  • Electrical systems
  • Engine Service and Repair
  • Exhaust/System
  • Oil, Lube, Filter
  • Radiator
  • Smog/Emissions
  • Suspension
  • Tire Inspection
  • Transmission
  • Tune-Ups
  • Wheel Alignment

Location & Hours

5819 Winfield Blvd
San Jose, CA 95123



Mon 8:00am - 5:00pm
Tue 8:00am - 5:00pm
Wed 8:00am - 5:00pm
Thu 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 5:00pm
Sat Closed
Sun Closed

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