Full Service Auto Repair and Smog Check in Santa Maria
Main Street Shell Service is a full service auto repair shop in Santa Maria, CA. We are a STAR certified smog check station and a California state licensed brake and lamp adjusting station. We offer Shell Nitrogen enriched gasoline, diesel fuel, and propane filling services 7 days a week.
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
It's hard to say how long this particular Shell station has been in business. I would say that it's been here for at least 25 years or so. The current owner has been running operations since 1995.
What is your primary product or service?
Aside from being a Shell gas and diesel fuel service station, we put a lot of effort into promoting our full service auto shop and smog check station. We also received our STAR certification at the end of 2012 which means we are one of the few smog check stations in the area authorized to test, repair, and certify directed vehicles. We are also a California state licensed brake and lamp adjusting facility.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Clark Crandall, the owner of Main Street Shell Service, has been a mechanic, service writer, and operations manager for over 30 years in the city of Santa Maria. He is well known in the community as an honest, trustworthy business man who strives to deliver quality workmanship in a timely manner.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Not only do we offer a large number of services, some of which require certification by the state or the Bureau of Automotive Repair, but we also try to offer coupons and discounts for as many services as possible. In this tough economy, we know that a lot of people are struggling financially and are on the lookout for good deals and ways to save money. Currently, we are the only Shell station in town participating in the new Shell Fuel Rewards Network which allows customers to drop the price at the pump simply by shopping online, dining at participating restaurants, or by purchasing specially marked products here at Main Street Shell Service. Free FRN cards are available here at Main Street Shell Service or online at fuelrewards.com. ***Our assistant manager has already accumulated enough Fuel Rewards to save $4.10 per gallon*** One of the local radio stations will be here in June to watch her drastically drop the price at the pump when she fills up her vehicle.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
Currently we have one location with no immediate plans to expand.
Provide detailed directions to your location
Main Street Shell Service is located right off the 101 freeway on Main Street in Santa Maria. We are located right next to Marian Medical Center.
What type of payments do you accept?
We accept credit cards, debit cards, cash, and local checks.
Which areas do you service?
The majority of our customers are from Santa Maria and surrounding cities.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Clark Crandall is a working owner at Main Street Shell Service.
What are your hours of operation?
Our auto shop and smog check station is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We are also open on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Propane service is open 7 days a week from
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
The best compliments we can receive are the ones that are posted publicly on review sites like Google Plus and Yelp.com. It's always very rewarding to receive compliments from our customers and we really appreciate it.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
Isaiah 40:31 But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.