I saw their ad on Facebook. Our first time we tried them was…read moretoday in response to a $30 smog check including all fees and costs. My wife went in with her car. They treated her with respect, did the smog check quickly, and charged exactly $30. No ups or extras. We will definitely be trying them for any other repairs we may need in the future.

I wanted to check back in and let you know about my experiences at 5th Ave. After two years my van…read moreis still going thanks to Mitch and his crew. I have 210,000 miles on a Kia Sedona! Mitch also helps me make informed decisions on repairs, reasonable priced and reliable. The most trustworthy shop and people I have found. Thanks!

Farid and his mechanics run a fantastic shop. Their lobby is very clean and welcoming, and Farid…read moreconducts business honestly. They also have strong industry relationships that help them source quality parts at fair prices, which can save customers money compared to going directly to a dealership. What stood out most to me was their transparency. They took the time to explain what actually needed to be fixed versus what could wait. The work was done professionally, communication was great throughout the process, and I never felt pressured into unnecessary repairs. If you're looking for a trustworthy mechanic in Escondido that does quality work at fair prices, I'd absolutely recommend Fair Auto Repair. 2011 Honda Accord 2 Door EX-L V6

First, I would like to say that the shop was great at communicating when it came time to obtain my…read morebusiness, but not so quick to communicate when it came to follow up on questions I had. On a positive note, the shop is very clean and gated, so it is a safe place to leave your car overnight Nevertheless, I will not return to the shop. My experience found them to be dishonest. I brought my 2022 Volkswagen Taos (approximately 35,000 miles) in for a routine oil change and was told that my rear brake rotors needed to be replaced immediately because "new brake pads would not apply to the rotors." At the time this did not make sense because I did not hear any screeching on my brakes and had no issues with my brakes prior to this appointment. However, I was in a time crunch and did not have time to visit an auto shop anytime soon for a second recommendation. I was about to start a full-time commute driving 60 miles each way five days a week. Because of this, I went ahead with the repairs. The way the need for replacement was presented made me feel like my vehicle was unsafe to drive if I didn't authorize the repair. Every time I mentioned driving to Orange County, Fred's response only furthered my fear. Once the repairs were underway, I began to question the pricing and necessity for replacement. It was at that point that I asked for pictures of the rotors, and then I asked the shop to give me my rotors and brake pads when the repairs were completed. Before I left the shop, I took a closer look at the rotors myself. While the shop owners did an excellent job of trying to convince me at the time that these rotors needed to be replaced, my first instinct was that they looked fine and did not need to be replaced. They had normal wear, and as I ran my fingers over them they had no deep grooves, no significant scoring, and no obvious damage. I took my rotors with me and had them reviewed by a friend who owns a repair shop in Orange County. There was nothing indicating the rotors were at the end of their useful life. It was at that point I knew I needed to write a review. To be clear, the shop failed to provide any measurements showing the rotors were below the manufacturer's minimum thickness or warped, replacing them did not appear to be an obvious necessity. The long-term effects of this experience will be felt every time I drive my car. When business owners look out for their bottom line over the needs of their customers, they often overlook the long-term consequences. Lost business, bad reputation, long-term loss. Being a woman, I assume they did not think I would do my research and dive this deep on the situation. But I do not like to call dishonesty out without having all the facts first. It was a poor miscalculation on their part. What disappointed me most was not that the shop recommended additional work, there are certainly situations where rotor replacement is appropriate. It was the fear-based approach used to sell the repair. As a customer, I rely on professionals to provide objective information, explain why a repair is needed, and present the evidence so I can make an informed decision. Instead, I left feeling pressured into believing my brakes were unsafe. It is experiences like this that have taught me to always double check what mechanics tell me. I value honest recommendations and transparent communication. If the rotors had been measured and shown to be below specification, or if there had been another objective reason they required replacement, I would have appreciated that explanation. Unfortunately, that wasn't my experience. I encourage others to seek a second opinion before authorizing expensive repairs based solely on verbal recommendations.

Dropped it off to have them check eveything for our trailer hauling road trip coming up, 100k mile…read moretune-up & breaks checked. This was our 1st time here and they are now our only go-to. They didn't oversell me (like our last mechanic place did constantly telling me I needed something fixed and it wasn't needed), very professional and did our whole list of service in a day.

Call me a fan! After…read moreover 30 years, my trusted, go-to mechanic closed his shop. I was at a loss for where to find another honest, reliable, knowledgeable auto mechanic shop. After a lot of Yelp research, I found Escondido Auto Tech. I brought my vehicles for a smog and got great service each time. Found them easy to work with too. Next, I brought in my car for maintenance and a list of repairs and items to check on. Let me not bore with the mundane details, just know: -they took good care of the car, addressing every item on my list. -Frank, the service manager, took the time to discuss the list of repairs with me and explained what they would do-to make sure we were on the same page with everything. He listens! In fact, when he received the list (which I'd emailed ahead of time) he immediately spotted a safety issue and reached out to me to get it addressed promptly. -they finished the work AHEAD of the promised completion time -took the trouble to score parts at a lower price than quoted (and passed on the savings!) -provided a detailed completed work order with information I about my vehicle that I found valuable. Like I said, call me a fan!

I had a great experience with Michael and The Legend Auto Repair. I actually reached out to him…read moreafter getting a quote from my regular mechanic for $1,500+ for labor and replacing the air conditioner compressor due to the seals. Michael provided a much more reasonable quote, but what amazed me was after I arrived, he opened the hood to show me what was happening. It turns out the expensive removal and replacement wasn't needed. Michael is an honest mechanic. Sometimes as a woman, you're never 100% sure the auto shop is being fair when it comes to pricey repairs, especially when you're driving a reliable car. I would give them 10-stars if possible! Thank you, Miachel for fixing my car, your expertise, and I really appreciated your honesty. I'm recommending him to everyone I know.

I haven't had their services yet. They responded to my request but I couldn't get the job done…read morebecause I could not get to them. One thing that made me feel very positive to them is their quote was very reasonable. I am still wanting to get thr services.

Simply the best mechanic shop in the San Diego area. Extremely knowledgeable with issues on all…read morecars I have brought in. Matt and the staff are honest and reliable to help with any issues with the car and provide excellent service and value. They also provide ways for savings with and recommendations they have. Multiple repairs have been under warranty and any issues have been repaired as well. Excellent value and honest with exceptional work.

Mediocre. Will get the job done, but also not curious or through enough to give good advice…read more Luckily I found a good mechanic in vista.

The best! Best…read moreservice. Best integrity. Best professionalism. Best value. An amazing car repair/service center. Thorough. I am a life long customer.

I came here after getting tired of wasting an entire day -- and WAY too much money -- at the…read moredealership for a simple oil change. After two visits, I can confidently say this place is a game‑changer. They charge a fraction of what the dealership does, finish the service within a few hours and never try to upsell you on a laundry list of unnecessary extras. The staff is friendly, the service is efficient and the lobby is clean, comfortable and welcoming. I'm genuinely grateful this business exists. Highly recommend!

Thank you to the entire crew, especially Debbie, who made the entire repair process painless…read more Don't hesitate to give them a shot at your repair!

I had my truck in for a fender bender and I had Stroyer Brothers do the repair work. Debbie keep me…read moreinformed though the whole process of repair, I'm so glad I had them do the work and I'll use them again, if need be.

I would recommend this business 12/10 one hundred percent! I needed new brakes and rotors on my…read morechallenger because I'm a girl and I never got them checked out until now lol. But I'm so happy I found this repair shop! The prices r amazing, the service was phenomenal and quick, and the owner who helped me was very professional and kind. It's scary coming into car places when you're a woman but this place made me feel very comfortable. Thanku Michel's Automotive Repair! I will b back.

This shop is super friendly in service and in price. They are straight forward and take the time to…read moreexplain any issues with your car. The work is done quick and they're very respectful of their clients time. The shop is a welcoming atmosphere. I've been getting both of my vehicles serviced here for the last couple of years and I'll continue to come back.

Best mechanic ever. Honest and great price!! Genuinely very nice guy as well as his (Tony) crew!!read more

Tony Freer, owner is what every car owner is looking for in a mechanic. #1 He cares. He takes the…read moretime to explain all options and offers you solutions. #2 He's honest. He won't oversell you on repairs or maintenance you don't need. #3 He works with your budget. He doesn't cut corners but he will help you create a plan that fits your budget #4 Quality is never compromised.

I had a great experience with Performance Auto Care. I needed assistance with my engine coolant,…read moreand even though they were extremely busy, they still made the time to help me. The staff was professional, friendly, and very accommodating. I really appreciated that they took care of my issue without making me feel rushed or like an inconvenience, especially considering how busy they were. Excellent customer service and a team that genuinely cares about helping their customers. I highly recommend Performance Auto Care and will definitely return when I need automotive service in the future!

This place was the first thing that showed up when I was searching for a smog check spot. I decided…read moreto stop by since it is close to where I live. Smog check comes out to be $78.20 before the coupon (including the certification). While I was waiting, I found a $40 off coupon on their website so I showed it to the person that was helping me. I was aggressively questioned as why didn't show the coupon right in the beginning. He then told me I would have to reschedule since it has to be a physical copy of the coupon. I had to point out the coupon says "printed or mobile". There must have been some misunderstanding because who shows a coupon before paying??? Despite the unpleasant questioning, the service was fast. If you are also coming here for a $38.20 smog check, make sure to present the coupon like your life depends on it.