Brought in an older 428i BMW. Shaun and his team were thorough, more than reasonable pricing and got the job done on time. They communicated with us each step of the way and helped us understand our options. It felt like high end BMW service treatment without the costs. We needed a new wind shield wiper pump, fix the passenger window, service and reset items that other places neglected to reset (brakes were new and showed 7-30%), etc. We would absolutely recommend them and will use them again. read more

Shaun was so kind to spend time with helping resolve an issue I had with a lost car key. I would never take my car anywhere else!! I am am so impressed that they are so professional and willing to assist with even the smallest car related difficulty read more

Fantastic experience! People who work there are nice, did a great job and the location cant be beat! Got an alignment done and will be back! read more

Been doing business with Shaun and DMCC for years. Fully customized my Gladiator, suspension, wheels, tires, post/pre trail maintenance....jeeesh, just about everything now that I think about it. If you have any ideas about how far your vehicle can go, just go in and start the conversation. They are so much more than an average auto shop! read more

Del Mar Car Care - Auto Repair Near Me - Del Mar, California

The staff was very helpful and they had my car done in really reasonable time. I highly recommend this shop.

5 stars. Recommend without reservation. All who work here, from those in the office to those in the shop, know their stuff inside and out. We've been bringing our cars - including a 28yo Jeep plus newer vehicles - here for several years. Most times, it's been routine maintenance but sometimes it's been more significant. DMCC has always taken the time to explain issues they've discovered and the repairs they recommend. And the work is always done carefully, thoroughly, and properly. Given the ever-rising cost of replacing a vehicle, the best thing one can do is find a shop that knows what they're doing to help you keep your existing vehicle safe and on the road for as long as possible. That's what DMCC does. I've gladly recommended this shop to others, and will continue to do so. Two final indications for me about the quality of their work are: I have a number of friends active in the car world (racing, collecting, etc.) who take their own vehicles to DMCC; and I also have a neighbor who is extremely picky about where she has work on her cars done, and one day she sent me the attached photo of our Jeep while she was there dropping off two of her own cars to have work done. read more

Del Mar Car Care - Auto Repair Near Me - Del Mar, California

Always quality Work in a timely fashion. They always check out the vehicle thoroughly.

Stopped here to get my car alignment done. I was referred by discount tire after I had a couple of my tires replaced. They even gave me a $20 off coupon to use. I stopped in on a Tuesday afternoon (with an appointment) I was told they book out at least a week usually on the phone. They were very busy, but helped me right away and took my car in to have the alignment done. They finished with my car within about 30-40 minutes. Shawn went over and reviews everything with me regarding my car's alignment and other issues noticed during the process. He brought up some excellent points and was straightforward about the work that needed to be done. I appreciated his honesty and professionalism and I'll definitely be back! read more

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Outstanding from the minute I called for an appointment until I picked up my car. Work was excellent and on time at a fair price. Really appreciate this business and they are an asset to our community. Everyone in our community should support this amazing shop and their team. read more

I did a repair here once and it was very pleasant to sit on the back patio and work & look at the ocean while they fixed the car. We were looking at used cars recently and my husband brought two cars we were considering here. The first turned out to have undisclosed problems & luckily we were able to return it. The second got a clean bill of health here. They seem honest and got us in quickly to inspect these cars. Thank you! read more

Where do I start they overcharge, don't fix the problem, are rude on the phone and don't want to be bothered to explain why they are charging thousands to fix your car that is not really fixed when you get it back. Incredibly rude when a simple question is asked they just want to be paid. Which is usually thousands. I took it here so many times and finally took it to the dealership to get my car fixed properly after getting ripped off to the tune of over $10,000 without fixing the problems it had and I definitely won't go back. Like the other review said they are incredibly rude for a hole in the wall place who don't know what they are doing. I feel so taken for (a few) rides. read more

Nothing less than a 5 star yelp for the help they gave me in resolving engine light issue without charge & gave me OK to drive back to L.A. during recent evacuation. I highly recommended them to my son who lives in Del Mar & anyone in greater SD looking for 5 star quality care. They're the best. Just wish they had an outlet in L.A. Thanks guys!!! read more

used to go here quite a bit and stopped for a few years. circled back for quite a bit of work on our older bmw. they did a great job and Shaun was very fair and helpful. will definitely use them now on. happy to have re-established this connection as we've had horrible experiences with all of the local dealers for bmws as soon as they are out of warranty. read more

We have been using Del Mar Car Care since the early 2000s--throughout that time we have had six different cars. Every step of the way, Del Mar Car Care has provided excellent service, advice, and insight at affordable prices. Most of the work we have done has been basic maintenance, but inevitably there will be problems that crop up. Our most recent issue was representative of the sound advice DM Car Care gives us, as well as their integrity. A known defect in our engine (but no recall initiated) required a very expensive repair. DM Car Care spent a lot of time figuring this out and ultimately suggested we take the car to the dealer because it was 6 months out of warranty but only had 23,000 miles. They advised us to see if the manufacturer would provide a goodwill repair. The manufacturer did indeed give us a good deal on the repair. At all times, Del Mar Car Care went the extra mile to give us the information we needed, provide insight and support, and work in our best interest. Highly recommend! read more

Was referred to this shop to repair a damaged wheel stud from a recent visit to Discount Tire in Carmel Mountain. When I called the shop initially they were very busy and the person who sets appointments was unavailable so they took my phone number to call me back. About 15min later I receive a call back as promised and was able set the earliest appointment available on a day that fit my busy schedule. I arrived promptly for my appointment and discovered that customer parking is extremely limited. I managed to park in the dirt area to the left of the shop. The shop's office is closed due to COVID-19 precautions. They open an office window when staff is available to speak with customers. Customers complete a form on the front of an envelope and place their keys inside. A mail slot is located at the corner of the office and is used to drop off the envelopes as a safety precaution for staff. It's a creative way to keep everyone separated and safe. If you are getting your car serviced here it should be noted that there is no place for customers to wait since the office is closed. Thankfully I had already decided I would walk to nearby Torrey Pines State Preserve for a bit of exercise. There are also hiking trails nearby should walking along the beach not be your thing. I was called once my repair was completed and walked up to the open office window to receive my keys AFTER my car was wiped down for added safety. I was given a detailed receipt and even spoke with a mechanic who explained all of the additional findings noted and recommended. Overall I am impressed, not only with the safety precautions taken by this shop, but their efficiency and detailed work. I plan calling them soon to get a quote for some of the recommendations made. read more

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First time there. Checked why my oil was leaking and added extra oil no charge! Amazing service.

They are incredibly honest! The dealership had told me that my brakes needed replacing. I brought my car here to Del Mar Car Care and they told me my brakes are fine. I just love these guys. read more

I am so grateful for Del Mar Car Care: It was Easter weekend, they were busy but they were able to squeeze me in last minute and fix some hardware falling off under the car with a few clippings. When I went to pay they said "Happy Easter!" And thank you to the nice lady at the front desk (oh no I forgot her name, I want to say Brittany?) who made things go so smoothly from start to finish. Gave me a bit more faith in humanity... read more

We were on a long road trip back home to LA when our skid plate suddenly came loose on the freeway and started dragging on the ground (scary!). We happened to drive by Del Mar Car Care and stopped in -- even though all the mechanics were busy, the owner was kind enough to use his one available lift to take a look under our car. He graciously advised us on what we should do next and removed the broken plate for us at no charge so that we could safely drive home. We're grateful that he took the time out of his day to help us, especially on a busy Friday afternoon. read more

I stopped in to their office to see if they could use their check engine device on my car. Three workers were inside and not one greeted me. When one man finally looked up from his cell phone I asked if he could help me. " Not today, I'm busy closing up shop checking on my workers." It was 3pm. I asked if I could borrow their device, easy enough to use. Met with an angry " I'm not going to let you use our $12, 000.00 machine". I said I didn't know they don't use the popular handheld device. If they own a 12k check engine device my first thought was how many customers were overcharged to pay for it. I used this place many times for 25plus years but with the previous owner. Won't be going back. read more

Can't thank DMCC enough for their expertise, excellent customer service, and patience with my car. DMCC was recommended after another shop indicated the car I had just bought needed an entirely new engine. For only $150, they confirmed the same thing. It's been quite a long process, and I appreciate all the time and effort. Also, while the Lexus was in the shop, the low engine oil light came on in my other car. DMCC told me to bring it in and topped it off for free. I have definitely found a new mechanic. read more

I have been taking my car to Shaun Anderson and Del Mar Car Care for years. In my opinion, there is no reason to go any place else. If you want an honest assessment of the issue with your car, a fair price and quality worksmanship, then Del Mar Car Care should be your first and only call. Additionally, Shaun stands behind his work. Years ago he replaced a strut on my Mercedes and within a couple of weeks the part failed. Without pausing for a second, Shaun told me to bring it in and they will take care of it which is exactly what they did with no additional out of pocket expense from me. read more

They were fast but thorough. Fair price, finished when they said they would. Got the job done and I had a beautiful walk on the bluffs over the ocean. read more

Exceptional service and great people. I brought in my car for alignment. They were fast and actually did more than I had asked. The price was significantly lower than I anticipated. Discount tire highly recommended this place to me. Now I highly recommend them. read more

Super kind and helpful. Been around a long time: they know cars and and how to service them. No BS, just great service at a fare price. They value their customers and it shows. read more

we love Del Mar car care!! Bill is so helpful and everyone there is so knowledgable and trustworthy! HIGHLY recommend

I totally forgot about this place, but I'm waiting for my car to be worked on elsewhere and looking back, around 1000 dollars to get brake pads and rotors changed in 2017 on a 2004 Jetta probably wasn't a great deal. I remember questioning it when it happened, and getting an irritated response that it was the set price and that's what it was. Anyways, that car is long gone now and I regret coming here. read more

Have been going there for years. They are honest and back their work up. Example: radiator had to be replaced. New one developed a leak. Replaced with no problems. Another time after a service I had asked for new windshield blades. On invoice they didn't charge. When brought to their attention: no charge- your a good customer. Like these people! read more

Will quote you less than what they will charge - OIL CHANGE - they will charge more than the dealer by $70-75. Very disappointed. I was referred by someone who used their services years ago. Be sure to do your homework checking their charges. read more

Need wheel alignment for my car and i am glad i found this shop through Costco Auto Program. They are really busy and Shawn helped make my appointment two weeks out, however worked perfectly with my vacation schedule. Today arrived at the shop with a full parking lot and i was quoted 1.5 hr wait time, which is pretty common. They treat appointments seriously and soon got my car in. I got it back just after an hour. Thank you for the great experience! read more

I brought my Honda Fit for a wheel repair. Their thorough professionalism discovered that the job needed specialized components and executed the repair process quickly. Highly recommend this company. read more

Growing up I loved cars and become a mechanic. Shortly into my career a recession hit and the government encouraged retraining. Masters and engineering degree later, I'm still in the automotive industry working with the top car manufacturers. A bit of an auto expert. Del Mar Car Care has provided me excellent service with top level professionalism. This is the exact type of business you want to trust for your car repairs and upgrades. Thanks and see you guys in the future. -Pete read more

Very knowledgeable and friendly staff, highly recommend! They corrected the alignment on my vehicle when other shops said it couldn't be done. Shaun took the time to explain everything and answered all my questions. read more

Had a low oil warning go off in my car. Stopped in just to get a top off before I got it to my regular mechanic. They were more than happy to help. Put a quart of oil in at no charge. They were fantastic! read more

I have been taking cars here for years. These guys are the best. Good service at a good price!

Shaun at Del Mar Car Care was very helpful when I went in for an alignment on my jeep. He noticed multiple other issues going on with my lifters and mounts and explained what needed to be taken care of by the dealership. I appreciated him looking out for the best interest of me and not just doing the alignment and not sharing pertinent issues. I highly recommend Del Mar Car Care for their excellent customer service and knowledge. read more

Thorough, honest, reliable service! I've been taking my C300 here for years. Bill and Shawn are so helpful and they don't try to upsell services. They are great about separating what we need to do now vs might want to do in the future. Reasonably priced and they are reliable and trustworthy. Super knowledgeable about European cars as well. read more

I want to give my appreciation to Shaun, Jackie, and the folks at Del Mar Car Care for a pleasant experience in transitioning my automobile service from the Dealer where I purchased the vehicle. In looking for a new shop for preventative maintenance and (as needed) repairs, I was able to directly dialog with Shaun about transitioning my 10 year old vehicle to his care. While the dealer did a fine job throughout the years, I felt it was time to have my needs serviced by a shop where there is a sense that my automobile will be serviced with a fine tooth comb. Shaun was transparent from the beginning in communicating his business approach to clients. My concerns were addressed without any reticency, and is refreshing to experience when starting a service relationship. I am grateful for landing into the hands of these folks. Kudos :-) read more

When cars are getting so complex that you just hope to find a trustworthy mechanic that won't gouge you, I have found a wonderful shop that is not only honest and competent, but treats me like family and my car like their kids would be riding in it. Thank you Shaun, Bill, and team for always doing a great job for a fair price. I appreciate you. read more

The experience I had at Del Mar Car Care the other day not only restored my faith in auto repair shops, but in all of humanity! Last November I bought new tires for my car and went to Del Mar Car Care for an alignment. Recently in July, I went to the dealership were I bought my car (not mentioning the name) for a 30k service and they told me that my car was out of alignment, said they could do it for me. I told them I just had it done 7 months ago and have been really careful with it. Well, they said, we show it's way out of alignment. I told them to hold off (thankfully), and made an appointment with Del Mar Car Care where Bill said he'd put it up on the rack and check it. I figured there's no way they're going to put it up on the rack and not charge me for another alignment. I sat outside at Del Mar Car Care while they put it up on the rack feeling like they had me by the short hairs. Then Bill comes walking out smiling with the computer read out showing my car was still in the same perfect alignment that they put it in 7 months ago. NO CHARGE! He explained that the dealers are trying to get in on the action with a low grade cursory alignment system. Bill you're my HERO! Del Mar Car Care has a customer for life. read more