Arturo&#x27;s Car Repair

(298 reviews)

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!

Johns Auto Pros

4.0

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Michael provided great service, price was reasonable and repair was finished quickly.read more

I found Johns Auto Pros by requesting quotes through Yelp to repair a hanging engine splash shield…read moreon a family member's Prius. They were one of three that responded. I chose Johns based on the owner's response, offering us a repair option the next day (New Year's Eve) at a reasonable price. This is a family-owned and hands-on operated business. It's located just east of the Albertsons on East Valley Pkwy. The shop is large. Service was excellent, as was telephone and text communication with the shop. Overall, I had an outstanding auto repair experience here and look forward to using them again for auto repairs.

Escondido Auto Tech

(183 reviews)

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!

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.

Cali Car Care

(15 reviews)

5 stars, no question…read more It starts with customer service. From the first interaction, they were polite, clear, and genuinely respectful. They communicate in a way that makes you feel informed, not talked down to, and they're upfront about everything. That level of transparency is rare. What really stood out is the attention to detail. They worked on my 2017 Sienna, walked me through what was needed, and didn't try to upsell anything unnecessary. They were honest, made a few additional adjustments to improve things, and made sure the whole experience felt smooth from start to finish. It's not just about fixing a car, it's about how you're treated along the way. They get that. I'll be coming back here every time.

5 Star service. Fixed my PT Cruiser for a fair price. I will use Cali Car Care again before any…read moreother shop. Spark Plugs, Wires, And Coil Pack 2005 PT Cruiser

The Legend Auto Repair

(128 reviews)

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.

So after meeting Micheal, nice guy I explained to him that I…read moreneeded some front brake pads on my 2019 Mazda 3. $185 was a great price compared to a lot of the big shops. I have to admit I was a little nervous about the service when I explained to him that Midas had told me that I did need to replace my front brake pads and he told me he didn't even know who Midas was. He did the service in a reasonable time about an hour just like he told me. and the price was right. so far the brakes are working pretty good.

Certified Service Center

4.4

(76 reviews)

This shop gets an unqualified spectacular review. The owner and chief mechanic Josh is skilled and…read moreimproves everything he touches! He has worked on my vehicles for more than 8 years and keeps them running well. Prices and turn around are good. Juan up front is knowledgeable and courteous. They always have plenty of work so I was sort of selfishly hesitant to write this review because I don't want them to get inundated with work :) Talking with Josh about your car is always educational, plus he is super fun and friendly to talk with. He definitely has killer skills and for someone as phenomenally talented as he is, he is disarmingly humble!

BUYER BEWARE…read more Unfortunately I had to come and replace my once GLOWING TESTIMONIAL with a now, regrettably revised version, now that I have all the facts. Fact of the matter is that after having spent $4596.39 at this place that OVERLOOKED MAJOR COMPONENTS during my vehicle service as verified by Encinitas Ford I was obligated to update my review accordingly. The facts are as follows; 1) I am on disability and only get $1200/monthly and these people totally extorted me by not servicing my vehicle correctly 2) I trusted them to take care of my vehicle and they didn't (BUYER BEWARE/Careful who you trust) 3) I had to incur EXTRA COSTS as a low income person to inspect their work that substantiated this place overlooked key components related to the service requested (TRANSMISSION SERVICE) 4) After spending FIVE MONTHS OF MY INCOME my truck is STILL NOT UP TO PAR. I will be paying off this debt for the next year and a half of my life all while my truck is not even repaired correctly.

Rod's Auto SD

(2 reviews)

You have to call Jack. Prompt, professional, a super nice guy. I called him around 9am, he was…read moreable to come by the same afternoon. My car was fixed, warrantied and at an extremely fair price, no hassle, amazing!! We drive old cars and for the first time in my life I have a mechanic I trust.

Jack was so helpful in finding me a mobile mechanic when we were in a pinch this past weekend! I so…read moreappreciate your kindness and help. Mike, the guy you sent out was such an angel and made sure I could at least drive my truck a few miles with no problems.

Fair Auto Repair

(184 reviews)

Found a new to me hidden gem. Fair Auto Repair, is not just fair, but also quick. Excellent…read moreservice. I will DEFINITELY be coming back!!!

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

Escondido German Auto

(481 reviews)

We take both our Audi A3 and BMW X1 here. We highly…read morerecommend coming here! Erica is THE BEST. She always helps get our cars in and out quickly, and is always prompt to keep us updated while our cars are in the shop. They're never pushy on which repairs to make, and always recommend within reason. We always feel very comfortable taking our cars here.

I would rate Escondido German Auto more than (5) stars!!!!…read more I've been taking my car to the same Porsche dealership, where I bought it, for all of its maintenance services in the past 10 years. I knew I was paying more because I thought I was getting the best service and care for my car. I was wrong. A couple of weeks ago, my Boxster needed a clutch/flywheel replacement so I had it towed to the Porsche dealership for repair. (The clutch would not engage.) Porsche quoted me a ridiculous amount; 60% more than what they initially quoted me a few months prior when my transmission was just beginning to act up. I stopped by Escondido German Auto for a second opinion. (I've read about their excellent reviews on Yelp.) Austin, the service advisor, provided me his best guess of the possible issues, without seeing my car, based on what I described to him about my car's behavior. He sounded credible and was very professional, and he also gave me a more reasonable estimated quote. I was also very impressed by their clean, open service bays. I took a chance and had my car towed from the Porsche dealership to Escondido German Auto. Escondido German Auto did a thorough inspection and a detailed breakdown of the proposed work on my car; way better job than the Porsche dealership ever did. They also discovered a rodent nest and damage to the wiring harness of my car that the Porsche dealership missed. Brandon, the technician, did an outstanding job repairing my clutch/flywheel, documenting (including photos) the rodent issues for my car insurance claim, and cleaning and fixing the rodent damage. Austin, on the other hand, updated me daily regarding the work progress. He was always accessible via email, text, and phone. The job was completed in a timely manner; within a few days of bringing my car in. They even cleaned my car prior to returning it to me. Additionally, they emailed me a copy of my CARFAX report a few days later; unexpectedly. (That was the first time I've seen a CARFAX report of my car.) Overall, I am 100% satisfied with my experience with Escondido German Auto! Customer service, quality of work, professionalism, trustworthiness, and price are unmatched!! They've definitely earned my business and I will no longer be taking my car to the Porsche dealership. My Boxster now runs, sounds, and feels like a new car again, and I can't help but grin each time I get behind the wheel; thanks to Austin and Brandon! They were awesome! My wife will also start bringing her BMW X5 to them instead of the BMW dealership for service.

OnSchedule Auto Repair Center

(44 reviews)

Great service! Fast and reliable! I would go back for other car repairs and service!read more

so quick, efficient and friendly! they are also very affordable. If I could give 6 stars I would…read more Thanks T and everyone at OnSchedule Auto Repair!!

Supreme Tires

(103 reviews)

Quick service, was able to stay in my car with my baby while they replaced a tire with a hole. They…read moresold me a good looking used tire for a really good price. Hard to beat.

These guys are insanely helpful. Never have I ever had such amazing and thorough…read moreservice...ANYWHERE! They were ever pumping each other up, such a positive experience! Go see Charlie and the boys!

Valvoline Instant Oil Change

4.5

(11 reviews)

Last minute oil change and the quickest in town. Ive been a…read morefrequent visitor 1 for the service and the people. Always take value in their customers concerns and the oil is 1 of the best. The price you cant beat. Nor can you put a price on how fast and efficient they are. Helped me out with my tricky situation and i will be returning again and again. Arturo and his manager were awesome.

I just had a horrible experience with the assistant manager at this location I let him know they…read morepumped 5.5 quarts of oil the last two times charging me the extra cost for the .5 quart of oil. Then they proceed to extract half a quart before they close up the hood. I told him I felt cheated paying an extra $8 each time for them to pump it out. All he said was nothing he can do about it now since I already paid n that I was holding up the line. Definitely not a good experience.

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Renee C.

5 months ago

Friend recommended. Good job with my car repairs. Honest and reliable. Thank you Arturo

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