Son's Auto Service

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Decent gas prices and lines in Escondido. The gas station is well lit and surrounded by other gas stations. If you use cash, you can get a discount. I wished they gave a discount with debit. I'm not sure about the quality of the gas too but my car is still working so far lol read more

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This gas station battles it out for the least expensive gas in the county. Easily located on Center City Parkway and Fifth avenue in Escondido, they offer a discount for cash/ debt. Sometimes the station across the street has similar prices, but don't offer the discount for debt, only cash. Keep on Yelp'n! read more

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Vernon L.

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The young man working the cash register this morning was very RUDE AND DISRESPECTFUL. He can't say "thank you" or please or smile. I don't know what, if any, relationship he is to the owners. The owners (couple, husband and wife) are not always very nice, either. Why are people always comparing the stations to Costco. That's bs. Costco is a membership only and inconvenient. Sons definitely has the best prices for gas, bar none, for miles around. Their competitor across the street, used to be pretty competitive, but now they stay anywhere from 4-8 cents a gallon higher than Son's. read more

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Matt K.

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Was closed for some time due to underground gas leaks (recurring problem at all gas stations), but is reopened now and alternates holding the crown for lowest gas in town with C Stop across the street. Seems to have changed their name to Son's Auto Service. Prices by way of comparison on 7/19/2019 were: C Stop: regular 3.139 cash 3.199 credit plus 3.269 cash 3.329 credit prem 3.399 cash 3.459 credit Son's regular 3.159 cash 3.219 credit plus 3.269 cash 3.329 credit prem 3.419 cash 3.479 credit diesel 3.719 cash 3.819 credit Just by way of comparison, United Oil at 102 W Mission , 7/19/2019: United Oil regular 3.299 cash 3.399 credit plus 3.399 cash 3.499 credit prem 3.599 cash 3.699 credit diesel 3.799 cash 3.899 credit Von's Gas (Felicita and Center City Pkwy.), 7/19/2019: regular 3.559 Von's Card 3.659 without Von's card plus 3.799 Von's Card 3.899 without Von's card prem 3.899 Von's Card 3.999 without Von's card read more

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William A.

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Great prices bring a bit of congestion at the pumps, but worth the wait. The pumps have a limit of $75.00 per fill up. With the BIDEN increase in prices I can't fill up for $75.00. Any chance you can raise the limit to $100.00? :-( Whoever Voted For Biden Owes Me Gas Money! read more

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Alisha C.

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Normally, I like this gas station, the two ladies that work there are super sweet but today, at a little after 5pm, there was a guy working, I had never seen him before, and because of his attitude and how he treated on woman in need, I find it hard ever going there again. While at the gas station, there was a frantic woman trying to get someone to give her dollar bills in exchange for her jar of quarters because the cashier refused to allow her to pay for her gas with the quarters. She explained that she just escaped a domestic violence situation, and she needed gas so she could leave. I offered a $20 in exchange that much in quarters, but the cashier was still being a dick. She started counting out the quarters and I put them near the cashier. I said, in a calming tone, "This nice man is going to take these quarters because they are legal tender and he has no right to refuse them, in fact, if you wanted to pay in all pennies, he has to take them." The cashier took out a roll and told the woman that she must have them wrapped. I calmly asked, "If you had a daughter, sister or mother who needed help and was this stressed and freaked out, wouldn't you want the cashier to stop being a dick, and help them out?" He repeated..."dick?" and said that she could not pay in unwrapped quarters and the line is long and she had to leave. I said, still in my calm voice, "Yes, you are being a total dick, have a heart, the long line wouldn't be as long if you would just take her money, there are no signs that say that you don't take coins." I made sure that everyone in line knew what a jerk he was being and how, if this is how they are, I'll get my gas from their competitor. I don't know if the woman's situation was legit but she for sure looked scared and had bruises on her arms and face and did not deserve to be dismissed by the cashier and refused gas. I hope the cashier never finds himself in a crisis, where people refuse to help. If someone needs help, and you are able to do so...DO SO!! read more

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David M.

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This review is only for the gas station as I am not using their repair services. Son's has easily the lowest gas prices in the area and is usually a very quick in and out. The prices are lower than the beloved warehouse club in the area. You can even save more if you pay cash! read more

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john R.

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5 stars for cheapest gas in the area, although, sometimes its competitor across the street is a couple cents less.

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Augustina P.

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I really enjoy going to this gas station The owners are so kind and make sure we have low gas prices. They always have smiles! I recommend this gas station to my famiky and friends read more

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MARK L.

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Friendly service and yes, they are the best price in town. This is my go to stop for gas all the time.

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Holly A.

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Excellent gas prices $2.97 a gallon Busy busy busy They also provide auto service with 20% discount with yelp check in read more

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Adam T.

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Good cheap gas prices always cheaper than Costco usually. Only complaint is the inside is closed on Sundays so can't pay cash to get the better price. read more

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Katherine S.

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All the online reviews praise this gas station for taking debit cards 'same as cash' price. Not true. Any type of card is 8-10 cents per gallon more. Go across the street to RI jet Gas. read more

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Maurice B.

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Hard to find an honest mechanic in general. I'm lucky to find Mr. Son's shop who is very kind and honest. Took my niece's car here twice and I have no complaints. They fixed the car right away and haven't had issues since. read more

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Wendy P.

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I accidentally posted this on the gas station one, but this is the proper place! This place is under new management, and we couldn't be happier that it is now more convenient to drop our cars off to Paul. We didn't mind bringing our cars to OB, because we love the area, but it is such a time saver for us that he is now in Esco since we are in 4s. He does wonderful work on our cars and doesn't inflate the prices. He has taken care of our Mercedes, Volvo, and Nissan. It's nice to have a mechanic that can be trusted. He knows how to provide excellent customer service as well. 5 stars and 2 thumbs up! read more

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V W.

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Very trust worthy for Smog Checks. I was worried being a female I would be told car didn't pass so mechanical work could be recommended by them. NOT THE CASE AT ALL!! Very honest, professional and nice. A young Hispanic performed my Smog Check as soon as I drove up. And this young gentlemen was working on a car. I was in and out within a 25 minutes arriving at 10AM with Smog Certificate. I highly recommend this place for your Smog Check. read more

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Wendy H.

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Always busy because usually has lowest prices in North county. Hard to get in n out of it since limited parking and right off a main road, but the price is right! read more

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Hayden Y.

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I started using them for routine service (i.e. oil changes) because they were a block from my office and I'm so happy I did! Reliable, fast service and they always fit me in next day. Convenient location, reliable service, small business, and great gas prices all in the same lot. Highly recommend both for their auto service and gas prices...lowest in North county! read more

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Tom C.

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He is very knowledgeable and honest. His rates are reasonable and he works quickly. He has done a couple of repairs on my BMW (he owns the same car as me) and I've been really happy with the results. read more

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Ian C.

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David and everyone at Son's Auto Service are fantastic. I only wish I knew about them earlier and I would've saved a lot of money on maintenance on my Toyota. He is such an honest, good, thorough mechanic. I had been coming to his gas station for about a year since it is one of the lowest prices and all of the county and it's relatively close by but had never used his auto service. I decided to try him when my AC went out and based on past experience with other cars, I knew this could be really expensive. Long story short, it wasn't expensive at all, and my car was ready within two hours. I've already sent friends to David. Great mechanic! read more

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Frank A.

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ALSO LISTED AS US GAS Pros: $3.749/gal cash today usually the same price as C Stop across the street usually the second least expensive gas in the area (2nd only to the stations near the Mexican border, according to Gas Buddy) inexpensive snacks courteous staff smog check station Cons: no public restroom air is available only when the mechanic shop is open, Monday through Friday read more

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Dwight A.

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Came here to get a smog test for my car. The mechanic that helped me was friendly and very professional. The smog test cost me 50 bucks and it only took like 20 minutes to be completed. If your looking for a Smog test station this is a great place to go. read more

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Brenda W.

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I went to Hans auto service today to get gas I gave the cashier an older lady $15 in cash 10 ones and a $5 bill those were my tips from last night as I am an Uber driver . the Lady claims because I have sunglasses on that I did not give her a $5 bill I know I gave her $15 in cash because I counted it as I was walking up to her and I had a lot of ones I don't know if they take a little bit from everyone at this location but she was very rude to me I figure I'm not going to cry over $5 I'm just going to post the review because of the rudeness and the insult of her trying to say that I couldn't see with sunglasses on. read more

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Fritz L.

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Usually the best gas prices in town! You can't help but like the really new gas pumps they're fast!

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George K.

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always the lowest gas prices in the county. family owned and they are the nicest family anywhere . thank yall!

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Julie C.

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This is a great family owned gas station and auto shop! The gas prices are the cheapest I have seen anywhere in SD or even Riverside for that matter. I often bring my car here for an oil change or tune up. Joyce the owner is an honest and sweet lady! read more

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James W.

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Went to Hans Service Station to get smog ck. great experience no wait. In and out no appointment in 30 mins. About 45 dollars for smog and certificate sent to DMV. read more

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Ryan G.

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This review is on the propane refill only. Today I went in and Mrs. Han charged me $5.55 per gallon of Propane. That is absolutely insane. You can find it way cheaper anywhere around town. I wished I wasn't in such a hurry to get a propane fill. I definitely will be taking my business elsewhere next time. read more

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Hussein P.

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Good , clean (repair shop. Exemplary service ! Joyce (owner) is very professional and courteous... Jose (the mechanic is very knowledgeable and experienced...) read more

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Karen B.

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We love Han's Auto Service. We drive extra miles to get our gas here when we can. They have the best prices on gas, your debit card gets you the cash discount. The owners are good, honest, and courteous people. Their mechanics are reasonable and I never have to worry about being overcharged. read more

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More info about Son's Auto Service

445 W 5th Ave
Escondido, CA 92025
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(442) 999-5303
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Yes, Son's Auto Service takes credit cards.

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Specialties

we specialize in smog and diagnostics but we do everything related to cars except tires and alignments

History

Established in 1990.

we started doing minor repairs and over time have developed some of the best diagnostic skills i the industry.

Meet the Manager: beto G.

my name is Beto. i welcome you to come and give us a try good prices for professional work.

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