# Water Star Motors Stop by Water Star Motors in Santa Cruz - our Serene, Green Auto Repair Team is here to welcome and service your vehicle! All our mechanics are ASE-certified. ## Pages - [Santa Cruz Auto Repair](https://www.waterstarmotors.com): Stop by Water Star Motors in Santa Cruz - our Serene, Green Auto Repair Team is here to welcome and service your vehicle! All our mechanics are ASE-certified. - [Services](https://www.waterstarmotors.com/services): The auto repair team at Water Star Motors provides clients with various auto repair and maintenance services, all backed by our nationwide warranty. - [Specials](https://www.waterstarmotors.com/coupons): Water Star Motors has prepared several Specials for your clients as a sign of our appreciation. 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Earth Pig is Near!](https://www.waterstarmotors.com/blog/love-is-in-the-air--earth-pig-is-near-): Rock, Paper Car....         How your Auto works By Lisa and Henry Carter              Water Star Motors        Do you sometimes feel ... - [Friendly to the Environment Auto Repair - Water Star Motors](https://www.waterstarmotors.com/blog/friendly-to-the-environment-auto-repair---water-star-motors): Some people scoff at the environmentally friendly movement, thinking it's just a fad or something that is "hippie." 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Cruz CA. our BMW Mechanics are always ready to help you! - [Why You Need Smog Check in California](https://www.waterstarmotors.com/blog/why-you-need-smog-check-in-california): Smog Check in Santa Cruz CA is one of the many auto repair and maintenance services the expert auto mechanics at Water Star Motors provides.Give us a call (831) 621-5834 or schedule an appointment today. - [6 Benefits of an Oil Change Santa Cruz, CA](https://www.waterstarmotors.com/blog/6-benefits-of-an-oil-change-santa-cruz-ca): At Water Star Motors, we offer oil change services that are quick and simple. 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Check now! - [How to Find the Best Car Mechanics Near Me in Santa Cruz, CA](https://www.waterstarmotors.com/blog/how-to-find-the-best-car-mechanics-near-me-in-santa-cruz-ca): Find the Best Car Mechanics Near Me in Santa Cruz, CA and learn more about best repair services for your vehicle! - [Why Should You Take Your Vehicle to Professional Auto Mechanics in Santa Cruz, CA?](https://www.waterstarmotors.com/blog/why-should-you-take-your-vehicle-to-professional-auto-mechanics-in-santa-cruz-ca): Auto mechanics in Water Star Motors in Santa Cruz, CA, can help you stay on top of routine maintenance like oil changes. 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Fortunately, many great mechanics in Santa Cruz, CA, can help you keep your car running smoothly. - [Don't Miss These 5 Car Maintenance Services at the Auto Repair Shop](https://www.waterstarmotors.com/blog/don-t-miss-these-5-car-maintenance-services-at-the-auto-repair-shop): A reliable auto repair shop like Water Star Motors in Santa Cruz, CA, can help keep your car in good shape with various services, from oil changes to brake inspections. - [Money-Saving Tips on Auto Shop Repair Services](https://www.waterstarmotors.com/blog/money-saving-tips-on-auto-shop-repair-services): When something goes wrong with your car, you need to find a reliable auto shop to get the repairs done quickly and correctly. - [When Do You Need Alternator Repair?](https://www.waterstarmotors.com/blog/when-do-you-need-alternator-repair): Your alternator is an essential part of your car. It helps to keep your battery charged. It also provides power to all the other electrical systems in your vehicle. - [Rock, Paper, Car – Jumpin’ Gas Prices](https://www.waterstarmotors.com/blog/rock-paper-car-jumpin-gas-prices): The last time we looked, premium gas sold for $5.00 a gallon and up. Now is the time to see what can be done to get better distance out of our fuel dollars. - [6 Reasons Why You Need A Car Smog Check in Santa Cruz, CA](https://www.waterstarmotors.com/blog/6-reasons-why-you-need-a-car-smog-check-in-santa-cruz-ca): Our automotive experts in Water Star Motors share six benefits of getting a car smog check in Santa Cruz, CA, on time. Here they are... - [Don't Delay! Why Brake Repair Service in Santa Cruz, CA Is Important?](https://www.waterstarmotors.com/blog/don-t-delay-why-brake-repair-service-in-santa-cruz-ca-is-important): It's no secret that brake repair service is essential. But sometimes, we put it off because we're busy or you think the problem isn't that bad. - [Coolant System (Part 1 of 2)](https://www.waterstarmotors.com/blog/coolant-system-part-1-of-2): Coolant System (Part 1 of 2)​ There’s a pool of ‘green blood’ under my car…Is it an Alien’s? Should I be concerned?   Imagine; you’ve ... - [Rock, Paper, Car – Coolant System (Part 2 of 2)](https://www.waterstarmotors.com/blog/rock--paper--car-----coolant-system--part-2-of-2-): Rock, Paper, Car   – Coolant System (Part 2 of 2)                                                                         Last Rock, ... - [Rock, Paper, Car – Tires Make the World Go Round](https://www.waterstarmotors.com/blog/rock-paper-car-tires-make-the-world-go-round): Do you sometimes feel caught between a Rock and a hard place? Like You’re suffering from multiple Paper cuts? All because your Car is having ...