The Service was great. They did a oil change which was smooth and notice some other issue that they…read morebrought to my attention, which was great to know for my previous mechanic to address. will return for some other repairs soon.

From the start to finish Carl and the team were very diligent in their work and process of…read morediagnosing my car. I came in with AC problems and they were able to figure out what was wrong and fix it within a reasonable amount of time. I would recommend them for car troubles and would say they are confident in their craft. 2018 Accord EX-L AC Issues

I had reason to return today to John's Automotive Care in La Mesa for routine servicing…read more As I've found to be typical for this location, Brian (Service Advisor) was welcoming and friendly. Moreover, the technician (Dylan) completed all the necessary work within ~ an hour while I waited. Again, I strongly recommend you visit John's Automotive Care in La Mesa if your car or truck requires any routine servicing or necessary repairs. Brian - and his co-worker Jay (Service Advisor) - would be certain to treat you well and have your vehicle's work completed quickly with an honest appraisal and at reasonable cost.

This is just a great place to take your car for service. Frankly I like it better than the…read moredealership.

Quality work with great vibe…read more As soon as I got there I got a good feeling, to get my truck back didn't take long also. Truck has never ran this good and will definitely be back if I need anymore car repairs.

Got a call my tow truck driver left with the key. After trying to reach him or triple AAA I…read morereceived a callback, saying his mechanic took the key to lunch. He didn't seem very interested in what I explained was the problem. Personally, I found the owner Brad to be a little rude. They did diagnose the car at half price. When he told me the problem I said I had a mechanic fix last year so I needed to take it back to him under warranty. He still asked why don't I get it fixed there for over $1000? Then waited 30 minutes to pay for diagnosing. Overall, not impressed

April 29, 2026 I took my 2018 Forester XT (turbo-charged) to…read moreValue Auto Repair for Subaru recommended maintenance. Subaru requires special oils, and fluids, or the warranty is voided. I wanted only recommended Subaru oils, antifreeze, spark plugs, etc. Value followed the manufacture's recommendations, which I was very happy. The maintenance was done in a few hours. The prices are competitive, but the trustworthiness is superior. This a great company.

Alex is seriously the best!!! He let me come in the shop the day I called to replace my rear brake…read morepads and rotors, I already had the parts, and his team installed it in less than an hour! He's kind, fairly priced, and efficient. I can't recommend him enough!

Awesome service and best customer service ever. Met the owner and he took the time to explain…read moreeverything I needed to be done and all my options to the detail - too knowledgeable! My new go to mechanic for sure. Thanks to the C & D Team!

Outstanding customer service across the board! Thanks to Cynthia and the team for arranging &…read morereplacing my engine undercover shield and other services. Plan on returning to C&D Auto instead of taking my car to the local dealership so I get personalized service. Much appreciated!

I recently visited La Mesa Car Service at 8861 La Mesa Blvd and had an outstanding experience!…read moreMaria, who is the owner along with her husband, took exceptional care of me. She was incredibly communicative and made the whole process smooth and stress-free. I went in for an oil change, which cost around $60 for 5 quarts of synthetic oil. Additionally, I had a tire balance and rotation done, bringing my total to about $135. Maria's transparency and thoroughness were truly impressive. She informed me about everything without any pressure to purchase services I didn't need. Impressed by their service, I've already scheduled another appointment for my 135,000-mile checkup, which includes brake fluid replacement and fixing a cracked belt. Maria's kindness and extensive knowledge made me feel confident in their care. I'm thrilled that La Mesa Car Service is just down the street from my house. I wholeheartedly recommend them to all my friends, family, and clients. If you're looking for top-notch car care with a personal touch, this is the place to go! UPDATE: 7/1/25 I've brought my 2012 Infiniti here a couple times now, and every experience has been amazing. Most recently, I had a check engine light come on right before I was about to sell the car. They took me in immediately, diagnosed and resolved the issue quickly, and even printed a full report so I could show the buyer everything was taken care of--no stress, no hassle. This shop is incredibly trustworthy. Maria and her husband are the best--super honest, helpful, and efficient. I just bought a new 2025 Porsche Cayenne and without a doubt, I'll be bringing her here for service too. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for honest, reliable car care in La Mesa!

The best auto service shop around! Wonderful staff.. incredible work.. efficient and knowledgeable…read more Whether it's an oil change or something more involved.. any problem ..they will solve and fix...Wouldn't go anywhere else!!

Yes, this was an expensive repair but it was absolutely no fault of Allman Family Auto. The issue…read morestems from Chrysler's Pentastar cylinder heads, which are a known problem. I always do my research, and unfortunately my assessment turned out to be correct even before Allman completed their diagnostics. Mike at Allman spent a great deal of time walking me through different scenarios and options, providing detailed estimates for each. I also requested additional estimates, including a full engine replacement, so I could make a fully informed decision. While their estimate was less than dealership service departments, it was slightly higher than another independent shop. After researching the difference, I found it came down to Allman using OEM parts rather than cheaper aftermarket parts made overseas. I don't use cheap parts on my vehicles, so that made the decision easy. Once I felt fully comfortable, I chose Allman and I'm glad I did. Mike kept me informed throughout the process, and my Jeep was back on the road even earlier than estimated. Thank you, Allman Family Auto, for the honesty, transparency, and quality work.

I wanted to post a follow-up to my original review regarding my experience with Allman Family Auto…read moreShop. After I raised concerns about what I believed was a misdiagnosis and being overcharged for repairs that did not fix the original issue with my vehicle, I reached out to the shop directly to address the situation. To their credit, once I called them out and explained the ongoing problem, they agreed to take another look at my car. Upon re-evaluation, they acknowledged that the initial repair did not resolve the root issue. They worked on the vehicle again and ultimately fixed the original problem at no additional charge. I appreciate that they took responsibility and made the effort to correct the situation. While my initial experience was frustrating and felt misleading, I do recognize their willingness to make things right after the fact. I hope moving forward they improve their diagnostic process to prevent similar issues for other customers. Updating my review to reflect both the initial experience and the resolution.

Just finished up! My brakes were worn down to the metal (whoops!). I called after work 10 till…read moretheir closing time and Manuel was awesome saying if I got there right away he'd help me. Ended replacing all my rotors and brakes. Appreciated his flexibility and genuine demeanor! BONUS: when he was done, he buffed out two fender bender spots that have been bothering me for over a year so easily and free! Truly above and beyond. Would recommend this place to friends and family based on my own experience with Manuel!

Great service, prices are very reasonable I was in and out on a rear pad replacement. Definitely…read morerecommend.