License #106531 · California state licensing records · data refresh 2026-08-02
About this oil change shop
You'll find Sams Automotive at 12842 Nutwood St in Garden Grove, CA (Orange County). It appears in California state licensing records under license #106531 (data refresh 2026-08-02).
State records list its specialty as Tune-up, Oil, and Lube — self-reported by the shop. Phone: (714) 539-6441. Hours and wait times vary — calling first beats a wasted trip.
Sams Automotive is at 12842 Nutwood St, Garden Grove, CA 92640, in Orange County. Phone: (714) 539-6441.
What license does Sams Automotive hold?
Sams Automotive appears in California state licensing records under license #106531 (data refresh 2026-08-02).
What is a multi-point vehicle inspection?
A multi-point inspection is a systematic check of your vehicle's major systems — brakes, tires, fluids, belts, lights, battery, and steering — giving you a prioritized list of what needs attention now vs. later.
Takes about 15-20 minutes alongside another service
Prioritizes safety items from maintenance items
Catches problems before they become expensive failures
Written report so you can plan repairs on your schedule and budget
Not a guarantee — not a disassembly; it's a trained eye safety sweep
Per ASE-certified technician inspection standards.
What's included in an oil change service?
Drain old oil, install new oil to spec, replace filter, check fluid levels, and perform a multi-point safety inspection.
Correct oil grade (viscosity) for your engine is non-negotiable
Filter quality affects how long clean oil stays clean
Multi-point inspection catches safety issues while you're already in
Tire pressure and brake thickness often checked at same visit