If you have a BMW you will be so pleased to know that this auto shop exists!…read moreThe service is not only AMAZING but no one has better and more ethical pricing. I was so tired of being overcharged and charged for things that I didn't actually need. Noe (the owner) is such an honest and hard working man. I am so grateful to have found this shop. I am referring everyone I know!

I was lucky that I happened to be close to this service shop when my car got the scary engine…read moretemperature sensor light, they truly saved my car from a big disaster! I can't thank Noah enough for taking care of my coolant and thermostat problem immediately so that I could drive home safely, and he charged me quite reasonably too. Lily at the front desk was also super helpful, looking up nearby rental car service when I mentioned the possibility of needing one while waiting for the problem to be diagnosed. I wish that I live closer to them so I could just come here for all my car repairs, I will tell all of my friends in the area about them!

Great service, and no hard selling like the Audi Dealer in San Diego who tried to get 5K out of me…read morefor no reason.

I have tried not to be the person who writes bad reviews and wanted to just keep it to myself . But…read moreit's just not ok. We had our macan break change front 1200 back 1200! Ok sure I'll pay no problem . From the first week it made squeeeek noise like crazy ! Like you knew something is off . Took it back and he said ' it's the way you probably drive your car ' I've been driving for YEARS and many cars and never ever a break made this noise after a week ! He looked at it and said maybe they gave me faulty product , I'll have to order you another one. Which I was appreciative and didn't think of it much since he tried to fix it ( but why would a place like this have a faulty product - makes you think of the quality ) . But AGAIN after almost a week or two it started to make the noise again ! And still is . Need to find a place to look at it and spend more money .

This business was highly recommended to my wife through the inner office classifieds at the company…read morewhere she works. She needed 40K servicing for her Volvo. The car was running fine but they were very thorough with the check up and service and explained how to maximize the life of everything such as the brakes. There was some pothole damage to a couple tires so they pointed out things like that and to keep an eye on them. With car servicing/repairs, we all just want very competent businesses and fair prices right? I feel we've found that here. They'll be the first place we call.

his place sucks. Took my car in for a head gasket replacement. The very next morning it had a bad…read moremisfire. Looking around the engine I noticed the air box was loose and they didn't install some caps . Small details but it was enough to know how they do their work. Charged me to take a look at it again and all they did was plug in an obd2. No real diagnostic even though they kept it for a week trying to "recreate" the misfire. Dude you can feel the car shaking. The car did not have a misfire before. You would think they would take pride in their work and double check what they've done. If I can help one person save their time and money.

Posting on behalf of my partner:…read more "I am in the midst of a cross-country road trip in a very old Subaru (230k miles), which had its check engine light come on as I approached the San Diego area. I found Sawaya Automotive online and brought the car in. I could immediately tell that I had made a good choice. The owner Tony greeted me in the parking lot and was incredibly friendly and helpful throughout the process. I would say my impression is that he is the most honest auto mechanic I have encountered anywhere around the US. It turned out that I had a very serious engine issue and that it was better to sell the car than get it fixed. Tony was so kind in explaining this to me in detail, and he never tried to convince me to pay for repairs that didn't make financial sense. It was not the news that I was wanting to hear, but that's not the fault of Tony or anyone else at Sawaya Automotive. If I ever need auto maintenance work again in San Diego I will definitely come back here."

I have exclusively been going to Tony for any of my car needs for the last 8 years…read more He and his team are by far the most knowledgeable mechanics, and have always provided great and reliable service. He is honest and will give you recommendations on how to keep your car in prime condition. Don't go to him if you're looking for cheap, low-quality service. If you want expert mechanic work and are looking to get the full lifespan of your car, he is your guy. Not only that, but Tony has connections all over San Diego for services other than mechanical work. He has helped me get my transmission replaced in an old Toyota Avalon, knows the best guy to get your engine steam-cleaned, and helped connect me with a center that does body-damage/painting after a collision. The reason I am just writing a review after going to him for 8 years is because I was blown-away with my last service experience with him a few days ago. I took my 2011 Toyota Camry in for it's 60,000 mile service, which he did along with replacing my rear struts (which were original). My car is now running better than it did when I bought it 2 years ago at 35,000 miles. Not only that, but he completed all the work in 1 day and didn't charge me for an additional $600 worth of work. He is truly an honest mechanic and I can't recommend him and his shop enough. I won't take my cars anywhere else.

I take my Porsche 1984 Carrera and my 1985 Targa for service at Performance Porche for the last…read morefour years. Mark and his son Alex are very professional and super knowledgeable, and to say it all the most honest people I ever come across I highly recommend them .

After trying myself, for several months, to troubleshoot a non-start condition in my 1976 Porsche…read more911S (2.7L Bosch CIS) I finally threw in the towel and contacted Mark at Performance Independent Porsche. He was recommended to me by a friend with a 912, who's father also has a 356 that they have had serviced there for years. He was able to get me in about 2WKs from the initial call, which was a much better timeline than some of the other Porsche shops in San Diego county. During the initial call, after I described the failure mode and my troubleshooting, he suggested that it might be the CDI unit. Due to my work schedule I needed to bring the car in the afternoon before my appointment. I checked with Mark to ensure he could accommodate my request and he was. In fact, when I brought the car down with V&R towing (see my separate review) he was able to look at it that same day. CDI unit -and he happened to have a refurb unit on hand. It was running that same day and back home the next. It turns out it was an easy fix if you're a Porsche mechanic with 40 years experience and parts on-hand. The only hiccup was after I picked it up and drove to work, they called me and sheepishly said they forgot to re-install the heater hose. Could I come back? Luckily I was only 15min away and was able to get back. Steve re-installed the hose and I was on my way about 15min later. The shop is not much to look at (or, to my eye, organized) but the knowledge and experience with two-door Porsches is top notch. And the pricing for this level of service cannot be beat. Personally, I loved the place and the family feel from Mark, Alex and Steve. This was my first, but will likely not be my last experience here.

I took my 2013 Mini Cooper roadster to San Diego when the engine light came on. Mack diagnosed the…read moreproblem, recommended the fix and also recommended the overdue 30,000 mile service. I agreed to the recommendation and picked up my car yesterday. I am extremely happy with the way the car runs and the way it looks. I feel like I am driving a brand new car. Thank you Mack for the great service.

GREAT AND HONEST SERVICE!!! the guy that owns it is so kind and really wants to help!! very…read morethankful that I found this place to take my mini!! got my oil changed this morning and will only bring my mini here!! worth the price!!

I just had my GtR back. They did an amazing job. It was an out of state purchase and had a lot of…read moreparts that needed replacing. Emissions, engine management, tires and down to the car getting a good detail. Ozzie is the man. He will help pull it all together. James was always helpful in steering me in the right direction with this car. So whether you need a new set of tires or a full rebuild don't hesitate to call ACG

Ozzy and the team at ACG are top-notch! Got me in quick when I needed tires and a balance done in a…read morepinch. Fast, professional, and effective service -- they had me taken care of right away. Highly recommend! Will Return for future work and performance upgrades. Side note : Drive a M240i BMW 2021

One word: Outstanding. I recently brought my modest 1989 Porsche 944 Turbo to WCS, watching as it…read moresat alongside automotive royalty like a Porsche GT3 RS, Ferrari Purosangue, and many other greats. Ryan and Bobby were both fantastic to work with, taking great care of my car while keeping an open line of communication throughout the process. As you might expect, they found some hidden gremlins that might come with 37 year old cars including previously undisclosed paintwork that needed to be put right. They were methodical in their approach, meticulous in their work, and the results are outstanding. These guys know and love cars, have an incredibly talented staff, and are a joy to work with. Couldn't ask for better.

After much research, I took my brand-new, three-month-old Porsche to West Coast Specialties after a…read moregarage door accident left a deep scratch down to the metal. I couldn't be happier with the results of the outstanding work done at WCS. With that said, a huge thank you goes out to Lindley. He was a total professional, fully understood what would bring my Porsche back to its brand - new condition, and explained the process fully and completely. He definitely is highly skilled and showed his expertise when it comes to repairing high-end cars. He provided wonderful service throughout the entire process, kept me updated, and assured me the work would be flawless -- all at a reasonable price. If you're particular about who touches your Porsche and want a truly seamless experience for any quality repair, ask for Lindley. He represents WCS as an experienced professional, who truly cares about the craft and customer. Thank you, Lindley and West Coast Specialties!