About California Performance Transmission II

Built on Experience. Driven by Precision.

At California Performance Transmission II, we continue a tradition of excellence in high-performance automatic transmissions—but with a renewed focus under the leadership of veteran transmission builder Juan Jimenez.

30+ Years of Hands-On Expertise

For over three decades, Juan Jimenez worked shoulder to shoulder with transmission pioneer Art Carr, learning every detail of the craft. As a key member of the original California Performance Transmission team, Juan earned a reputation for precision, reliability, and deep technical knowledge.

After Art’s passing in 2023, Juan stepped forward to lead the next chapter of the CPT legacy—California Performance Transmission II—bringing with him a commitment to innovation, craftsmanship, and customer care that’s trusted by enthusiasts, racers, and builders nationwide.

Precision-Built Transmissions, Made in California

Our shop specializes in the design and production of:

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200-4R and 700-R4 high-performance transmissions

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Custom torque converters

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Valve bodies

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Complete rebuild and conversion kits

Every build undergoes rigorous dyno-testing to ensure proper shifting and pressure calibration. All converters are precision-balanced within .5 grams in our state-of-the-art machine shop, using top-tier components and equipment.

Why Choose CPT?

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3-Year / 30,000-Mile Limited Warranty

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In-house machining & quality control

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Personalized service from seasoned transmission experts

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A legacy of trust in the performance transmission world

Serving Builders Nationwide from Huntington Beach

From daily drivers to street rods and full-on race cars, our team has the knowledge and hands-on experience to help you select the right components for your build. We’re proud to serve customers across the U.S. from our headquarters in Huntington Beach, California.

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Call us at (800) 278-2277

or use our contact form to get in touch.

Meet Our Amazing Team

At the heart of California Performance Transmission II is a tight-knit team of seasoned transmission professionals, each bringing years of hands-on experience and a shared commitment to quality. Trained under the guidance of Art Carr and now led by Juan Jimenez, our crew takes pride in every build that leaves the shop. From diagnostics to final testing, you’re in expert hands with the CPT II team.

Juan Jimenez

Owner

Juan Jimenez brings over 30 years of transmission expertise, proudly leading CPT II with precision, passion, and integrity.

Monica Ybarra

Office Manager

Monica keeps operations running smoothly, managing orders, schedules, and customer service with efficiency, care, and professionalism.

Sal Canal

Transmission Tech

Sal is a skilled transmission tech who handles assembly and dyno-testing with precision, experience, and attention to detail.

JR Canal