Rising Sun Motors

4.7
270 reviews

About

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Since 1984, Japanese car owners in Bellingham, Washington have relied on Rising Sun Motors for quality service and repair. We are a full auto service business, offering ASE certified technicians. And while we specialize in Japanese brands, we also service other foreign and domestic makes. Come to us before you buy a pre-owned vehicle for our pre-purchase check. Then come back for factory schedule maintenance, including 30,000 and 60,000 mile check-ups. We offer everything from oil changes and tune-ups to complete engine overhauls. Our services include: Computerized Electrical Tune-ups for Engines, Transmissions, Clutches, Brakes, & Mufflers, Cooling. We services these import and domestic brands: Toyota; Mercedes-Benz; Lexus; BMW; Acura; Mazda; Honda; Chevrolet; Ford; Nissan; Subaru; Audi; Infiniti; Volvo; and Honda Call today to schedule an appointment.

Location

Rising Sun Motors
2126 Pacific St, Bellingham, WA
98229, United States

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Reviews

4.7
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What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Customer Service

Customers consistently praised the friendly, helpful, and professional staff, particularly highlighting Dawn and Kai for their excellent communication and service.

Quality of Work

Many reviews noted the high quality of repairs and maintenance, with customers expressing satisfaction with the effectiveness and thoroughness of the work done on their vehicles.

Fair Pricing

Numerous customers appreciated the reasonable and transparent pricing, often comparing it favorably to dealership costs and noting the absence of upselling tactics.

Efficiency

The shop is frequently commended for its quick turnaround times, with many customers reporting that their vehicles were serviced promptly and often on the same day.

Trustworthiness

Several reviews emphasized the shop's honesty and reliability, with customers feeling confident in the integrity of the services provided.
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    Kim Conover
    Jan 3, 2026
    5.0
    Kai provided excellent work in quick time. My 2000 Honda Civic was towed there on Friday noon. Picked up Saturday noon. Replaced clutch master and slave cylinders, battery, air filter, distributor O-ring. Inspected shocks, exhaust, wiper blades and tires. Oil change and topped off all fluids. Great price.
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    Adam Railing
    Jan 1, 2026
    5.0
    Rising Sun is my go to mechanic since I moved to Bellingham in 2005. I rattled into town in my 88 4Runner after a cross country trip and someone gave me the advice to go to Kai when my clutch went out. 5 vehicles later and I still trust the work and the price.
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    Albert Goo
    Dec 30, 2025
    5.0
    Kai and Dawn are super friendly, thorough and fair. Absolutely fantastic service!
  • DS
    deep salad
    Dec 29, 2025
    5.0
    Can't believe I haven't reviewed this place before. They have been my only mechanic for years because of their honesty and expertise. Not to mention fair pricing and clear communication. Even after a repair that failed they replaced the part for free. Really great shop that I hope stays open for many years to come!
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    Andrew McBride
    Dec 18, 2025
    1.0
    Suspicious. Verrrrrry suspicious.

Frequently Asked Questions About Rising Sun Motors

What type of vehicles does Rising Sun Motors specialize in servicing?

Rising Sun Motors specializes in Japanese car brands but also services other foreign and domestic makes including Toyota, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Honda, Chevrolet, and more.

What are the operating hours of Rising Sun Motors?

Rising Sun Motors is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM and is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.