Steve Saporito was originally trained at Northrop University as an Airframe and Power Plant Mechanic for jet aircraft and graduated in 1982. There he studied electricity, hydraulics, pneumatics, physics, cleaning and corrosion control, mathematics, instrument systems, communications and navigation systems, air conditioning systems,
Steve Saporito was originally trained at Northrop University as an Airframe and Power Plant Mechanic for jet aircraft and graduated in 1982. There he studied electricity, hydraulics, pneumatics, physics, cleaning and corrosion control, mathematics, instrument systems, communications and navigation systems, air conditioning systems, de-icing systems, fuel systems, fire protection systems, electrical systems, lubrication systems, ignition and starting systems, security systems, braking systems, airflow systems, cooling systems, exhaust systems, and other subjects with regard to aircraft repair and modifications. In 1983 he leased a local Unocal service station (Steve's Union Service) two blocks from his home. Steve’s background from Northrop University made him a meticulous mechanic and enabled him to grasp the most complex automobile technology easily.
In 1992 Unocal cancelled his lease for the service stations, and he set out to purchase the station from them. Over the next 5 years he was in legal negotiations with Unocal, Banks, and the City to resolve purchase price, cleanup responsibilities, financing, and zoning issues. After these issues were resolved, he began building the current facility.
The current Hilltop Automotive facility opened on February 15th, 1997. He started the business with two employees, himself and his mother working the front office the business has grown since then. In December he hired two more mechanics to handle the workload. In 1998, as business increased, he started hiring more mechanics to assist in handling the workload.
Today the business employs a staff of 7-12 including 3-5 ASE-certified mechanics. The shop services all makes, years, and models of automobiles including Austin Martin, Alpha Romeo, Lotus, Mercedes, Ferrari, Maserati, BMW, ,Porsche, Rolls Royce, Lamborghini, SSC, Salene, Scion, Smart, Lexus, Toyota, Infinity, Nissan, Jaguar, Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Land Rover, GM, Cadillac, Pontiac, Audi, Honda, Bentley, Acura, Volkswagen, Buick, Chevrolet , Chrysler, Dodge, Hyundai, Isuzu, Jeep, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Saab, Saturn, Subaru, Suzuki, Volvo, International, Hummer, Mini
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Vérifié Client
Vérifié ClientThank you Kim for the review.
It's important to have your car serviced per manufacturer's recommendations to not void your new car warranty.
Thank you with entrusting us with that task.
Happy motoring and enjoy your new car.
Vérifié ClientThank you Don for the Review
Preventative Maintenance is crucial for reliability, longevity and safety.
It was our pleasure.
We look forward to your next visit
Vérifié ClientThank you for the review.
It was our pleasure to attend to your vehicle needs and welcome you to the Hilltop Automotive family.
We look forward to your next service.
Vérifié ClientThank you for the review Cindy.
We appreciate your patience. With whats going on in the US and Globally, parts and supplies are difficult to obtain and a lot of sources are drying up. We do the best we can.
Enjoy your little beauty!
We look forward to your next visit.
Vérifié ClientThanks Kim for the review.
It's very important for the customer to be part of the repair process.
When there is a mutual understanding it makes the process much more pleasant and without stress.
Thank you for being part of the Hilltop Automotive family.
Until next time, safe travels.
Vérifié ClientThank you for the review.
It was my pleasure to take care of your vehicles needs.
Don't hesitate to give us a call if you have any questions.
We look forward to your next visit.
Thank you Jasson for the review.
We try our best to make your vehicle's service and repairs as easy as possible.
We look forward to your next visit.
Vérifié ClientThank you Naoki for the review.
Welcome to the Hilltop Automotive family.
It was our pleasure to care of your vehicle's needs.
We look forward to your next visit.
Vérifié ClientThank you James so much for the review.
We believe that having the customer understand and be part of the repair creates a trust and respect from both parties.
Thank you for being part of the Hilltop Automotive family.
We look forward to your next visit.
Vérifié ClientThanks Phill for the review.
It was our pleasure to repair the concerns with your vehicle.
We look forward to your next visit.
Vérifié ClientThank you Jon for the review.
It was great to see you.
Thanks for allowing us to take care of your vehicle's needs and your concerns.
We look forward to your next visit.
Vérifié ClientThank you Mike for the review.
Welcome to the Hilltop Automotive family.
It was a pleasure to take care of your vehicle's concerns.
We look forward to your next visit.
Vérifié ClientThanks John for the review.
You are correct. In this industry as well as other's, we are still having supply chain issues. But more importantly is the quality of those replacement part. Which is marginal at best!! Let a lone the fact that we had to fabricate parts that we're not available anymore.
We are glad that you are enjoying your beautiful Fiero.
Vérifié ClientThank you Cindy for the review.
It was our pleasure.
We look forward to your next visit.
I am informed of upcoming needed maintenance in order to keep my car running smoothly. I highly recommend Hilltop Automotive for their superior work.