My 2019 Mazda CX-5 started having some issues, and I knew going through the dealership would be…read moreextremely expensive. After doing some research, I came across Value Auto Repair in National City and I'm really glad I did. It was worth the drive to know my car is fixed and for a great price. Plus, supporting a small business that has been around for 20 years! Everywhere I looked (Yelp, Google, etc.), the reviews were consistently almost 5 stars, so I decided to call. I spoke with the owner, Alex, and right away he was reassuring, honest, and straightforward. He made me feel confident that my car would be taken care of without the dealership price tag. He was able to get me in quickly, inspect the vehicle, and take care of everything that needed attention. I needed to replace all four brakes, rotors and pads, a brake fluid change, and a clean fuel injection. Everything was done efficiently and at a very fair price. What really stood out was the extra level of care. He even installed my cabin and air filters at no charge since I had already purchased them. He also made it clear that if anything felt off with the work, I could come back and he would make it right, which says a lot about his integrity. Overall, my car is running great again and I didn't feel financially drained afterward, which is rare when it comes to auto repairs. Alex was transparent, communicative, and genuinely friendly throughout the entire process. I'll definitely be recommending Value Auto Repair to friends and family, and I'll be going back for any future car needs. 10/10 experience all around.

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.

I called in advance and Julie put me at ease about getting an oil change. When I arrived, she gave…read moreme a nice, warm greeting. She and her team took really good care of me and my Tacoma. Thank you, Julie!

They saved me close to $700 on a service for my car. Got me an appointment quickly, great service,…read moreand provided Military as well. 10/10 will be bringing my car here for all its work.

I had A/C issues going on and initially I went to a Kia dealership to get it fixed but the quote…read morewas extremely high and wanted to see if there were any other auto care that could fix the issue without breaking the bank. Then I found this auto shop and they checked what was wrong and fixed it with a much reasonable price. They were extremely efficient and so friendly. They really take great care of you and your vehicle. I will be coming back here for any other auto care in the future!

I brought my car in on 01/22/2026 because multiple dashboard warning lights came on. I was told the…read moreproblem was a speed sensor and that a rodent had chewed the wiring. I was charged $159 for the diagnostic and another $159 for the repair, which I paid. Less than 24 hours later, the exact same warning lights came back on. I returned to the shop and was told again that a rodent had chewed the same wiring and that I would need to pay another $159 for the same repair. The idea that rodents conveniently chewed the exact same wire twice overnight is not believable. Rather than standing behind their work, the shop immediately tried to charge me again without offering any warranty, accountability, or proof that the issue was truly caused by rodents in the first place. This experience strongly suggests either an incomplete repair or a dishonest diagnosis. Being asked to repeatedly pay for the same "fix" is unacceptable. I would not trust this shop with repairs and would strongly advise others to look elsewhere.

This place is amazing! I took my car in because something was hanging off the under carriage and RJ…read morewas able to help me out and fix it right away free of charge. Definitely will come back next time I need any services :) Thank you so much RJ for your help!

Best price best work honest trustworthy. Take my word for it. There are fine family owned. Get your…read morecar fixed here. Trust me you won't be disappointed.

I love this place. The onwer is very honest and professional. I brought my Benz for a repair with…read moresome bad experience in the past ( everyone had one ) and was waiting for the estimate with mix emotions. My car estimates fair and affordable, the guys did a great job and even wash my car :))

From the owner: Brake and Lamp Certifications are our specialties. Combine that with a Smog Test for a great…read more"combo" price. Also perform general automotive diagnostics and repairs.

Everything went smoothly from start to finish. Aaron was incredibly friendly and took the time to…read moreclearly explain what was going on with my car, even showing me the issue so I could understand it. Kassandra was also very welcoming and thoughtful, she even recommended a small bakery nearby if I wanted a comfortable place to relax while waiting. As a woman, it can sometimes be difficult to find a mechanic you feel comfortable with and can trust not to take advantage of you. This was absolutely the best place to go,I felt respected, informed, and completely at ease throughout the whole process. Overall, an AMAZING experience. I truly appreciate the great customer service!

Are you going to warranty issues that arise to the switching to an oil that would void a mfg…read morewarranty? I bet not! Higher viscosity leads to higher pressures which lead to seals leaking and failing. I'm really surprised you haven't researched this. How about the leaking oil filter a day after install? Seems like a sure way to get more money outta a customer once their engine gets starved of oil. How about the sloppy work with oil left all over my car? Lack of care and integrity. How about the scratches from resting my tires on the paint of my car? Lazy and inconsiderate. Pulled from the article that copied and pasted "Engine Design Changes: Newer Toyota engines are designed with tighter tolerances and specific lubrication needs that necessitate these thinner oils, such as OW-16 or OW-8." Exactly my 2019 Lexus ux250 is a newer Toyota engine if you weren't aware , so why are changing it?

My go-to automotive shop! I trust Francisco and all the workers there that service my car because…read morethey are always nice, reliable, communicative, helpful, and professional. The waiting area has a comfy seating area, freshly stocked hot coffee, tea and water. Location is super convenient too. Off the freeway and next to many shops across the street that's walkable.

Highly recommend this place! Francisco was able to assist with our lug nut removal issue, literally…read morethe ONLY place in SD willing to help us. And he did a FANTASTIC JOB! We also got new front brakes and our car drives like brand new! Thank you so much!

Great place , honest and fair. It's a small shop and the owner will show you exactly what and why…read morerepairs are needed.

It's hard to find an honest affordable mechanic but luckily I found one in Hugo. My sister who…read moreworks at O'Rileys recommended him for my AC problem I had with my daughter's car I just bought. As the Manager at O'Rileys I trust her recommendation so I went, he did not disappoint, he had great customer service. I had asked other mechanics for the price to check & fix the AC of an older Honda civic & it was high. Hugo was very affordable, he gave me 2 quotes, one to fix the whole system & a lower quote to fix it real good & get the car bye a few years, which it being a older car & knowing it's my daughter's first car & she'll only have it a few years I went with that option & Hugo agreed it was the right choice he never try to hustle me, he was honest & I love that. He did a great job & explained what he did, the AC is so cold it's colder then a Polar Bear's Toe Nails, now that's cold & is great for the summer. My daughter is happy with her new AC & so am I. I plan to take my car now to get the brakes done & my AC done as well. I highly recommend Hugo & his shop, keep up the great Job Hugo & see you soon!

Gotta say this place really put me through the ringer. Misdiagnosed my car and would not refund the…read moremoney and still stood behind there work after another mechanic properly diagnosed a separate issue and fixed if for WAY less then Johnny's was trying to charge me. Take your car to J-tech auto instead. Bottom line I would never recommend anyone to take their car here!

After much research, and many locals recommending 'Auto Servicio Johnny' to work on my 2004…read moreSuburban, I took my Suburban in for some serious work on a coolant problem. It also had a bad oil leak problem. I was happy to see so many Chevys being worked on in their work bays. This was October 2019. I picked it up 2 weeks later (Lifters/Camshaft/Oil Pan) and it seemed to run like a charm. After a week in Ensenada, the 'old' knock was back and I had to take it in for a 2nd time, argh! One week later it was ready for pickup and I drove it back to Los Angeles and I thought it was fixed. Alas, no knock anymore but the coolant is still leaking. I have spoken to Johnny on the phone and he has assured me that I have at least a 9-12mo month guarantee, so I am planning to head down next week to have them give it another go. It's a father-son business and they have a very well-run shop; and I do appreciate their care and attentiveness. I am just very nervous that I spent over $2k and they haven't been able to completely resolve my issues. I will come back to this review and write what happens on this next visit. It'll either go from 4 stars to 5 stars- depending on results... Fingers-crossed! Update: Early March 2020. We finally found the time to return to AutoServicio Johnny's. Johnny & his guys took another deep look again under the hood. It seems that my coolant problem will never be fixed unless I replace the engine. Bummer, but livable; I just have to be vigilant with watching the coolant levels every few gas fill-ups. The knocking noise still happens occasionally (not consistent), but they did look to see if they could locate why. It still comes and goes. If it gets worse I will take it down to them again, because at the moment it is infrequent. I do have 193k miles on this Suburban but it really does serve as our workhorse and I would like to keep it going! While checking out the old coolant issues/engine knock again, I also had them replace the fuel pump, headlight bulb, and a ticking noise coming from the dashboard (A/C actuator). They fixed all those issues easily and at a good rate. I do like their customer service, and they have stood behind their work each time I show up at their doorstep. I've never felt they were dismissive -of me or my persistent questions. Hope to try their work in the future on our other vehicles. As long as their pricing remains competitive, and they stay as supportive as they have been in the past, I will return!