Auto Mechanic Serving Big Sky and North Simi Valley
Family-owned, ASE Certified auto repair just minutes from Big Sky. Honest diagnostics, transparent pricing, and a 2-Year/24,000-Mile warranty on every repair.
Big Sky is one of the newer master-planned communities in Simi Valley, sitting on the north side of the valley with sweeping views of the Santa Susana Mountains. The neighborhood opened in the 2000s and has filled in with larger contemporary homes, mostly young families and established professionals. The drive into the rest of Simi Valley involves coming down through the foothills, which means the brakes on Big Sky cars work harder than average.
Perry's Quality Auto Repair is roughly 8 to 12 minutes from most of Big Sky, depending on which section of the development. We have been Simi Valley's family-owned auto mechanic since 2000, and a steady stream of Big Sky residents have made us their default shop for everything from oil changes to major repairs.
Local Driving Routes from Big Sky to Our Shop
Most Big Sky customers reach our shop using one of these routes:
- Erringer Road south to Cochran Street and First Street
- Sequoia Avenue through the eastern part of the neighborhood
- 118 Ronald Reagan Freeway via the Erringer or First Street ramps
What We See in Big Sky Vehicles
Coming down off the foothills on the daily commute is harder on a car than people realize. We see brake pad and rotor wear on Big Sky vehicles that runs noticeably ahead of the rest of the valley because of those grades. We also see cooling system load from the climb back up. None of this is dramatic, but it does mean Big Sky cars often need brakes a bit sooner than the manufacturer's recommended interval suggests. Catching that early, instead of after a metal-on-metal sound, saves money and protects the rotors.
Common Vehicles We Service in Big Sky
Big Sky driveways skew toward family SUVs and crossovers: Toyota Highlander, Honda Pilot, Ford Explorer, Chevy Tahoe, plus the kid-hauler minivan side: Toyota Sienna, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Pacifica. We also see plenty of three-row luxury SUVs like BMW X5 and Mercedes GLS. All of them get serviced here.
Services We Offer for Big Sky Drivers
Whether you need an oil change, brake job, check engine light diagnosis, AC repair, or a major engine repair, we are equipped for it. Our most common services for Big Sky customers include:
- Oil change and filter service, with synthetic and conventional options
- Brake repair, including pads, rotors, calipers, and master cylinder
- Check engine light diagnosis with full diagnostic scan
- AC repair and recharge for hot Ventura County summers
- Transmission service, including fluid changes and flushes
- Suspension and steering, alignments, struts, shocks, ball joints
- Battery, alternator, and starter testing and replacement
- Cooling system service, coolant flushes and radiator repair
- Engine repair and timing belt service
- European import specialty for BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Mini, Volvo
- Pre-purchase inspections for used car buyers
- Smog check repairs as a STAR Certified facility
Why Big Sky Drivers Choose Perry's
- Family-owned and operated since 2000, with deep roots in Simi Valley
- ASE Certified technicians, ongoing training across all major makes
- 2-Year/24,000-Mile nationwide warranty on every repair
- Honest diagnostics, written estimates before any work, no surprise charges
- European import specialty at meaningfully lower than dealer prices
- STAR Certified Smog Check repair facility
- 0 percent financing available for qualified customers on larger repairs
Frequently Asked Questions from Big Sky Customers
It is more common than people expect. The grades coming down from Big Sky put extra wear on front brakes, and stop-and-go traffic on the way to the 118 adds to it. Pad life of 25,000 to 35,000 miles is not unusual for cars that drive that pattern daily, even though the manufacturer might suggest 40,000 to 60,000.
Yes. Bring it in and we will measure pad thickness, check rotor condition, and tell you honestly where you stand. No pressure, no upsell. If you have life left, we will tell you that too.
Most days, yes. We recommend booking ahead, especially Friday afternoons and Saturdays, but walk-ins are usually accommodated within the hour.
Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Closed Saturday and Sunday. We answer the phone at (805) 522-5769 during business hours and you can book online any time.
Schedule Service from Big Sky
Booking is easy. Click the Book Now button to use our Tekmetric scheduling system, which shows real-time availability. Or call us at (805) 522-5769. We are open Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, at 2180 First Street, Suite C-10, Simi Valley, CA 93065.