San Diego Auto Care Center

220 reviews

8029 Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA 92111

+18582689688

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San Diego Auto Care Center is a Auto repair shop located at 8029 Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA 92111. It has received 220 reviews with an average rating of 4.9 stars.

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Hours

Monday8AM-3PM
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday8AM-5PM
Thursday8AM-5PM
Friday8AM-5PM
Saturday8AM-5PM
Sunday8AM-5PM

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  • The address of San Diego Auto Care Center: 8029 Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA 92111

  • San Diego Auto Care Center has 4.9 stars from 220 reviews

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  • "I've had a LOT of experience with mechanics over the years as I have had multiple older cars"

    "2021 year - This shop is great! They replaced the leaking water pump in my acura MDX in a very short time"

    "It has been a couple years now since I've been taking my car to SD Auto Care Center"

    "My review is based upon twenty plus years of excellent service from David and his staff at SD Auto Care Center, beginning at he previous location until here"

    "I have been bringing my vehicles to david at San Diego auto care for about 15 years now"

Reviews

  • Noelle Farr

I've had a LOT of experience with mechanics over the years as I have had multiple older cars. Being a woman, I have felt uncomfortable in many shops. Other shops would lie to my face, assuming I would pay for whatever expanded issue they shot my way. Only problem for them is that I did research and talked with others before and after taking my cars in. When I first came to David with a problem car several months ago, he was extremely honest about the exact issue. He explained the problem, the likely cause of the problem and suggested solutions. His solutions were affordable, and when later checked, absolutely correct. This has been the first shop where they have fully and clearly explained the problems and given me affordable quotes. They are happy to explain what they are doing and why. Nearly every shop I had been to before seemed annoyed that "some girl" asked so many questions and occasionally to watch them work. But at the SD Auto Care Center, I felt welcome to question and observe to my hearts content! Another thing that I love is that they are willing to not only have me drop by anytime to ask car questions, but they give me their full attention to do so. Recently, I had an unusual issue with my car and they didn't even require an appointment. I just called and asked if they had time and they quickly responded with, "Bring it on in!" I've only discovered this place recently, but it is officially my go-to place now. They have the best deals and services that I've experienced yet. I absolutely recommend this place!

  • E. Smock

2021 year - This shop is great! They replaced the leaking water pump in my acura MDX in a very short time. They offered the best price in San Diego. I recommend this shop if you would like to get the perfect service for a great price! 2023 year - I recently had an outstanding experience with a car repair service for my Acura MDX. The car was making noises on small bumps and while rotating the wheel. After a thorough inspection, the technician recommended replacing the front shocks. I appreciated the honest advice and decided to purchase my own shocks to save some money. The technician was accommodating and skillfully installed the shocks I provided. Impressively, the job was completed in just 5 hours, allowing me to have my car back the same day. This prompt and efficient service was a huge relief. I'm extremely satisfied with the quality of the work. The car now runs smoothly, with no more noise on bumps or during steering. I highly recommend this service for any car repairs. Their expertise, efficiency, and customer-oriented approach make them a top choice for car maintenance and repairs.

  • Peter Yoon

It has been a couple years now since I've been taking my car to SD Auto Care Center. My dad originally referenced me to David, but since I started coming, I have found that not only is David and his crew competent and knowledgeable about various makes, but they are highly trustworthy and always charge a fair price. One thing I appreciate is that David doesn't try to sell you more than you need; I think this is one thing always concerns people going to auto shops. He will let you know when an extensive check-up is not necessary, all the while keeping an eye on your car's condition when you do bring it in. SD Auto Care is my go-to for oil changes. They are quick (30-45 minutes), affordable, and they let me use my own synthetic oil. Even when I was in a small fender bender with my car, they were fast and expenses were fair (and also itemized, which I appreciated as well). If you have car problems, I highly recommend this place! I think you'll find that it was worth it!

  • Lillian Turman-Cherry

My review is based upon twenty plus years of excellent service from David and his staff at SD Auto Care Center, beginning at he previous location until here. He has given top quality service to now, three generations of my family and their automobiles. He has serviced our Chrysler's, Buick's, Nissan's, Toyota's, Kia's, BMW and Lexus. Dave's career has focused around years of studying and knowing automobiles. After retiring and moving out of the city, driving to San Diego is worth it for me to receive the best possible service at an affordable honest price. No gimmicks and no hidden fees. If you are looking for the one place you can bring your automobile and know it will receive only the excellent service that is needed...bring it to SD Auto Care Center. You'll leave confident it's in good hands...plus he throws in that wonderful smile, only a caring person can give. We don't even purchase a car without his approval. The best of the best for a long long time!

  • Aimee Fuller

I have been bringing my vehicles to david at San Diego auto care for about 15 years now. I recommend him to every one of my friends. He has always taken excellent care of my vehicles for a very reasonable price. I found him to be highly trustworthy in every exchange. I value his advice and will continue to happily bring every vehicle I am here. Thanks for all the years of great service, David! I wish your business much success and prosperity! I have been bringing my vehicles to David at San Diego auto care for about 15 years now. I recommend him to every one of my friends. He has always taken excellent care of my vehicles for a very reasonable price. I found him to be highly trustworthy in every exchange. I value his advice and will continue to happily bring every vehicle I own here. Thanks for all the years of great service, David! I wish your business much success and prosperity

  • Jose Cervantes

David is a very trustworthy mechanic/businessman. My family has been taking all of our family vehicles to him since 2005. I was referred to him by another family member who is very meticulous and suspicious of auto repair businesses. Every time he does a a repair he provides me with a text message photo of the problem on my car and explains the pros and cons of not having it repaired. After the repair is completed, he provides me with the actual parts that were replaced. He honors all warranties and never tries to sell you parts or services you don't need. He takes all calls at any time and always provides advice on any car problems you may be having. It's hard to find a mechanic that you can trust; however, David Dau (owner/mechanic) is the exception. Glad I can trust David for all my car repair needs.

  • Lularoe Melody Kraus Kraus

Had a great experience getting my timing belt changed and new brakes. My 2012 Honda Pilot needed its 100,000 miles maintenance and I was dreading it because I didn't have a regular mechanic, until now. I read the reviews on here and decided to try it out. David is very nice and quickly gave me a quote over the phone. He said I can bring my Honda Pilot in and get the timing belt changed, if he saw anything else that needed to be done he would let me know. He never once tried to upsell me. He did let me know my brakes needed replacing and quoted me a price for that as well. I knew they needed to be replaced because they were starting to be noisy. He replaced my timing belt and my brakes in less than 24 hours. I was out the door for $755. He was friendly and we will definitely be back.

  • Ronni Russell

I have been using David Dao to service my cars for years. He is extremely knowledgable, fair and honest. I like that he looks up the recommended service schedule for your vehicle but will tell you if you can wait a bit longer before doing the work. It's a good feeling knowing that you can trust the person working on your car and that he will only do the work that is truly necessary to keep your car in good running order rather than doing extra work to benefit himself. For this reason, I still entrust him with my car even though it's a bit more inconvenient for me since I have moved and am not as close to his shop as I used to be. I have several friends who were so happy to find a good mechanic after I had recommended David to them. Five stars plus for David and his employees!

  • Waiman Liu

I heard about San Diego Auto Care Center through a friend and I'm glad I was referred. Although, David (shop owner) is very thorough, he doesn't try to force you to do more servicing than you need. Additionally, he explains exactly what he sees and talks about his plan for servicing before doing them. Furthermore, I had a wheel alignment done on my car but later found out that I needed further adjustments. David happily worked around my schedule to fix the remaining problems and even lent me a car to use while he was working on mine. David's prices are fair and I trust his services. He doesn't pressure me to do extra work on my car and he let's me know if something isn't needed to be serviced yet. Bonus points: he speaks multiple languages including Cantonese and Mandarin!

  • J Garfield

I was referred to David by someone else I do business with, and I'm so relieved to now have a mechanic who I can trust with my vehicle. David will explain any aspect of your vehicle that you have questions about and do so with enthusiasm. No hedging or needing to pull teeth to get information out of him. He definitely will tell you what is critical and what is important so you know what you need to fix right now and what you can wait on but be aware of. In the tiny office, there are all the electrical outlets you need to do work while you wait. The place is clean and orderly, which also gives confidence. Needless to say, I recommend San Diego Auto Care Center because I know David will help me take good care of my vehicle so it will last as long as possible.

  • Janice Almeleh

David (owner) was referred to me by my sister, who has been using him for many years and has the highest regard for him. I had to go see for myself and concur, as he impressed me with his integrity, responsiveness, and hard work. At the top of my criteria for any service provider is honesty. He is honest, trustworthy, and knowledgeable. He is knowledgeable to the point where he wants to share that knowledge with his customer. He saves the old parts he removes to show you, while explaining the associated problems with those parts. He completes his work in a timely manner, although the speed of completion is not as important as the attributes already mentioned. It's always a relief to find an honesty, competent, and personable mechanic. I have found my mine!

  • Elis Habat

Hello San Diego! Just wanted to say that this place was my savior recently! I was having trouble with my car starting so I was referred to this business by the car dealership across the street since they did not have mechanics on site on this day & im so glad that they did...turned out I needed a new battery for my car. I spoke with David & he walked me through the entire process & was so nice. It literally only took about 15 minutes & the price was wayyyyy cheaper than I thought it was going to be! I was so grateful I was able to get it done so quickly & for a reasonable price...he even followed up with me to make sure that everything was working okay, I definitely recommend this place, thanks David!

  • xitao sen

This is the first time I went to this restaurant to change the oil. The boss was kind and explained in all aspects. I immediately developed a sense of trust in this restaurant. After checking, the boss said that the front and rear brake pads need to be replaced, and pointed it out to me. I asked how much it would cost to replace a pair of brake pads. The boss said that the front and rear brake pads are the same. Knowing the price here, I agreed to change it. During the waiting time, I called another car repair shop. The price reported to me was 145 yuan per pair. I immediately felt very bad about this car repair shop. Everyone evaluates this practice and whether the price is reasonable.

  • Sofie Richter

I was referred to San Diego Auto Care Center by a family member who has been a loyal costumer to David for over 10+ years. I was having major issues with my brakes and needed an Oil Change. After speaking with David on the phone and going over what needed to be done, I felt very confident leaving my vehicle in his care. David provided me with a very fair estimate, took my car in super last minute and was able to replace my brake pads, complete an oil change and replace a caliper all in the same day. He was very efficient and also very communicative and updated me throughout the process. I’m so glad San Diego Auto Care Center was able to help me out with honest work and at a fair price.

  • mik olpin

My wife and I have been going to David's shop for five years and I have had David as my mechanic for more than ten years. Even though there are mechanics close by our home, we travel over 45 minutes to get to his shop because we trust him and know he will do a great job. He is patient and flexible with our schedules and he has fair and honest pricing. He is very honest about what should be fixed soon and what can be fixed later on. I like how he test drives my car just to double check it and he has provided transportation for me when my car required more time to fix than I had anticipated. He is the best car mechanic I have ever had and I definitely recommend him.

  • Gem Lei

David is an honest business man and mechanic! It’s hard to find these days. He kindly accommodated me when I called a day before today for my AC condenser having a leak and just blowing hot air in this summer heat! He told me to come in 8:30 am and started on my car while showing me every detail of what went wrong with my car. He was honest about the price and gave me ample time to dwell on making a decision having all my other options weighed (like if there’s a recall). I chose to proceed. He continues to update me on the wait time and price when necessary. He started on my car at 9 am and finished at 2 pm :) Great work! Will come back next time

  • Paula young

My grandfather has been taking all of his vehicles here for over 20 years anytime he got a new car Dave made sure it was in top condition. I moved to California about 5 years ago and my grandpa introduced me to Dave and ever since I have been bringing him my cars. He is very reliable informative he will do a full inspection on the vehicle and let u know if he sees any other problems other then what you are bringing the car in for Very affordable He even calls you to ensure that your vehicle is running good months after your service I would recommend this mechanic to any and everyone best in San Diego California for sure !!! Thanks Dave and team

  • Calixta Feria

I was in SD & decided to do errands. One of my todo list was get an oil change & I went on goggle to look for one & I picked this one particularly cuz they could take me without an appt. David was so courteous, nice, knowledgeable, & the price he gave me for the service I needed was pretty much the same as the one I usually go to in menifee. The place was clean & organized. Even the tech that worked on my car is nice. Got a bit of education about people & car service from David. I’m thinking of going back to them next time even if it’s an hour drive. I really liked the service.

  • Han Lin

David always give appropriate and professional suggestions for the repair parts or whether anything need to be repaired, price is reasonable compared with other car mechanics and repair stores. In case of long time of repair, David offered me a free ride to my home with his own vehicle. After his repair, I drove my car for a round trip plus one-way trip to San Jose, and it is still in good condition. If you are worried about being 'trapped' into wasting money changing any unnecessary parts for your car, I suggest you ask him for help.

  • Emily “Nikki” Brown

David and Oscar are great! Very helpful, kind, and transparent about repairs and costs. My AC compressor and low side line were leaking and I needed to get them replaced - other shop quoted me nearly double what they did! Service was VERY speedy and unmatched. I will definitely be going back when needed and highly recommend! 10/10! Update: I’d give them more stars if I could! Called asking if I could get some help replacing a headlight bulb, showed up within 15 mins and they got it all sorted out! These guys are the best!

  • Britta Sibley

When I was having endless issues with my old car, David charged me honest prices to fix the issues. When it got to the point where I couldn't afford the expensive fixes for an already old car, I never felt like he was pushing me to do fixes I didn't need and gave me new car advice too. He and his team are always friendly and truthful and I really appreciate that, especially after having several bad experiences within the car maintenance industry. Thanks so much David for taking care of me and my cars, Nessie and Eavie!

  • 楊東岳

I’ve visited here this morning after my car just got damaged by a big flying steel plate on the highway. David and his technician has being transparent and detailed my car’s problem to me, as well as helping me to fixed my car’s part to allow me to drive back to where I from. Unfortunately I’m from Arizona, if I’m living in San Diego I’ll definitely visit here again if my car’s damaged! Additionally, David speaks Chinese, so this would be really helpful to the people who can speak it!

  • Huai Yu Kao

Service was top-notch; brought my Honda Odyssey and Hyundai Azera there for maintenance on drive issues. Overall quality was exceptional. Prices are resonable. One thing I want to mention specifically is that David always explains thoroughly whatever needs to be repaired and he doesn't mind if you bring your own parts in comparison with other shops I've been to. My wife and I we both were very satisfied with this shop. Highly recommend to give him a chance, you will be surprised.

  • Zhongyuan Kan

Be aware of being overcharged!! Compare with others quote BEFORE letting them work on your car!!! from Chandana on 1/20/2018 Yelp: David charged me $45 to inspect the breaks and show the oil leaks. Quoted $400 for Front Rotors, and $200 for rear break pads, and $1800 to fix the oil leaks. I took the car to MIDAS, they charged no fees to inspect the issues. Replaced front rotors for $279 and rear rotors for $225. Changed the oil pan gasket and the total repair cost was under $800.

  • Misti Redmond

I own a 2007 volvo s40. It's been a nightmare the last few months. Check engine light has been on for almost a year and I have been putting it off. Mostly, for fear the repair will be expensive but also, I haven't found a good repair shop. This year I need to smog so I took my car to San Diego Auto Care. David has been nothing but honest, knowledgeable, frugal and reliable. My car past smog, the check engine lights is now off and the experience has been a good as I can ask.

  • Kamran Mammadov

Always I took my car there they charge first 70 dollar for oil change then they changed amount to 80 dollar I agreed with that and 1 time I asked them let's change transmission oil please and they charge 135 dollar for change transmission fuel first of all they too expensive and they charge too much for everything but they have one repair man inside from Mexico he is a faster repairing everything he is a good man but boss charging too much to fix your car

  • Jessica Blackmon

I was recommended to see David and am extremely happy with my decision to have him look at my car. He is very professional, thorough and honest. The service is quick and he lets you know if ANYTHING is wrong and answers ALL questions you may have. I got an engine mount put onto my car bc the vehicle was so noisy but now I can't hear a thing. He is by far the best mechanic I have ever been to and will return. Thanks for your help David!! Great service

  • Brogan Stafford

I am new to the area and was nervous to try a new mechanic, but I am so glad I did! I found David on google and asked him to inspect a used vehicle I had just purchased. He was incredibly detailed and walked me through every part (took me underneath of the car to show me)! I had never had a mechanic do that before and I really appreciated his time and energy. I’m so glad that I found a mechanic in town that I can truly trust!! Thank you David!

  • Renea Sojourner Vigil

David has been our family mechanic for over 20 years. My Mom, my Dad, my sisters and our spouses, and now our children all trust our cars with David. He does EXCELLENT work! Finding a good mechanic is something that everyone wants. He lets you know what work can be done later and what work should to be done immediately. He is honest and he genuinely cares about our safety and well-being. We're so thankful we have David.

  • Mark Chilton

David has been working on both our cars for a few years now. He meticulously keeps track on all the work thats been done to help guide future work and when it will be needed. Additionally, none of his mechanics work on commission, so you won't deal with them "finding" issues on your car. David even remembers my wife's name and how our family was expecting a new baby. Great guy, great service and shop. 10/10 recommend.

  • Alex Balayan

Transparent, informative, and quick service. David was able to get me an honest and fair quote and also offered other suggestions that would be beneficial. Best part was the time it took to complete the work was fast, efficient, and on time. No additional delays, no having to wait for other department approvals like you'd find at larger shops. Will definitely come back for future repairs. Great job guys!

  • Victor Barba

I found David after Hyundai wanted to hold my car for 2-3 days for a Check Engine light. David took one look and was able to diagnose the issue and fix it. I have taken my Hyundai Sonata to him each time I needed anything changed or look at since then. He is very clear on the charges and the changes that are needed. He never upsells. He will also inform you of future maintenance needed 6 months or later

  • Mal

David is awesome!! He felt like the family mechanic who simply wants to make sure you're safe and fix what's a necessity to fix. He's very transparent. I trust him. I was on a road trip and needed to get my car checked out before driving further and David made sure to check everything as well as checking in on my travels days later. This place is family. Go here for your car needs

  • Graham Dunbar

David and his colleague did a great job getting my 2011 Outback ready for sale (changing fluids, rotating tires, replacing the battery, and cabin/air filters). It drove so well once they were done I had a tough time giving it up. David was transparent about pricing and never tried to sell my anything more than I needed. Would absolutely refer anyone here in need of a mechanic!

  • Tung Chu

I have been a customer at this store for more than 10 years, and am very satisfied with its quality of repair works and customer services. Another important factor that keeps me as its customer is that I don't have to wait there while the car is under repair. The owner will either drive you to your office (if it is not too far) or loan you a car for commute. Very satisfied.

  • 张泽力

They charged 65 to check my AC, which is much More Than Other places. And They told me my compressor needs to be replaced. It costs 900. However, I bring my Car to Another place, they checked the compressor is good. And easily fill the refrigant and fix my AC problem. The price is 10 times less than replacing compressor. I am gald I did not accept their diagnose.

  • Will

David is a good guy, he respects your time as a customer and gets quality work done in a very timely manner. He is very transparent in what work he is doing and why he needs to do it, I’ve taken my car here a few times now and I will continue to come here. Oscar is also a very good mechanic and walked me through what work needed to be done and why. 5 stars

  • Nathan Perry

Kind and honest service David was very nice and helpful, he even drove me back to my house and dropped me off and picked me up after my car was fixed. I was able to bring my Chevy truck in there in the morning on Saturday and it was diagnosed and fixed before 3 o'clock the same day. He saved the parts that he removed and showed me what exactly had broken.

  • Tatiana Zeledon

I've used this shop a few times and I've always had a great experience. It's very professional, prices are fair and the service is fast. We were taking our two Hyundai cars to the Hyundai dealership before, and David's shop proved to be so much better in all levels. He explains you everything (and shows you) if a part needs to be replaced. Recommended!

  • Farid Ghamsari

I came here based on the other google reviews and was extremely satisfied with my service. I came in for an oil change for which I was quoted a reasonable price and the owner threw in the tire rotation for free. On top of that they ended up finding a nail in one of my tires, which they repaired at no extra cost! Very satisfied and will be coming back!

  • jasmine chang

Great shop full of extremely knowledgeable and friendly mechanics! Took care me well since year of 2003. At first experience when calling the shop I spoke to the owner Mr. David Dau and he was extremely nice and professional. The price quoted was much faire than dealership and work done is high quality. Overall, this shop is amazing! Thanks David.

  • Santiago Guadalupe

I've know Dave for more then 10 years and since day one He's always been honest and efficient about mechanic. He is an honest mechanic that is willing to work with me to give me the best options that fit my budget in order to keep my car running save. I trust Dave and his work ethic is unquestionable. I absolutely recommend Dave as your mechanic.

  • Tracy Martino

David was probably to nicest and more sincere mechanic I have seen in San Diego, I brought him my jeep between the winter holidays, which is already hectic enough, and he tentatively replaced my radiator within 24 hours for a lower cost than previously quoted at Firestone. I am so thankful for David and can’t wait to go back to replace my brakes

  • Emily

My dad and I have been going to David for quite awhile. He is very kind and constantly keeps you updated on the status of your vehicle. He is reliable and trustworthy so I know I am getting quality work done on any car I may send his way. He cares about each of his clients and his team is extremely hardworking. I would recommend him to anyone!!

  • dharmic arts

Excellent work and always fast. Competitively fair prices and considerate of budget. I've been going to David for the last few years, I've used other mechanics here in San Diego (both small locally owned as well as bigger franchises like pepboys), and I like this shop much better. David is a straight shooter and the quality of service is great.

  • Justin Chung

Repeat customer; David is a friendly, honest, and completely transparent mechanic who talked through all of the work I needed done on my 150,000-mile car before I okayed it. He had recommendations for future maintenance without pressuring me to go ahead with those. Their quality of work is worth the price and I trust no one else with my car.

  • Lauren Jackson

David was a life saver! offered a fair price and quick service, definitely will be returning here for all my future car needs!- I’ve been coming back here for all my car needs and will seriously continue to bring my car back as long as I’m in San Diego. David continues to offer amazing service and updates me along the way. 10/10 recommend!

  • Gary Heussler

Excellent garage! My underside engine cover was coming off, brought it here and it was immediately put on the lift. It was a real fast and easy fix and was super inexpensive. David, the guy who I talked to on the phone and who saw me when I came in, was extremely friendly and personable. I'd go back here in a heartbeat.

  • Jacquelyne MP

David is a really honest mechanic. Initially I asked him questions about my Chevy and he told me a few options which I appreciated. He diagnosed the issue and explained it to me in such a way that I understood. I came back to him a year later and when my service warranty is up on my other car I'll definitely use David.

  • Juan Martinez

David has the best customer service hands down. Along with always fixing the problem correctly the first time. He will not make you pay for parts and services you don’t need for your car. Great pricing and peace of mind when you drive away. Thank you David for years of great service to me and my family. Juan A Martinez

  • Jerry Jiang

Had to drop by suddenly due to an issue with a rental car and David was able to help me straight away, explaining what needed to be done and then doing it in a very timely manner despite the lack of appointment. Best mechanic experience I've had, and I only wish I was from around here to go to him on a regular basis.

  • Andrea Mendoza

Awesome place, very recommended for those who are just passing by or live there as well. I was on my vacation with Britney, had an incident with my Hyundai Sonata Axel. David was very efficient and professional. Great timing, still had a enough time to finish what I had planned for the weekend ! Thank you so much!

  • Kyle

David is very informative and has a lot of knowledge on vechicles. I went to him on Monday and he explained in detail what the issue with my car could be. He gave me an upfront ball park quote and did a thorough diagnostic check. He did the repairs and in a very timely manner, my car is back on the road again.

  • Sam Liu

The store is very clean and tidy, giving people a very professional feeling, after chatting with the automotive engineer, I quickly helped me solve all my problems, thank you, and thank you very much for the owner's enthusiastic explanation, can make you more relaxed a store, suggest you can come!

  • Nick Zimmerman

I had a great experience with David and his crew. He is very knowledgeable, honest, and efficient. Prices were fair, and the service was excellent! He is very friendly and loyal to his customers. He even followed up with me a week later to see how my vehicle was doing. Definitely coming back here

  • Nicole Hsuan

David is great!! Brought my car in on a Saturday to get my brake pads fixed and he knew exactly what to do. He had his employees stay overtime to complete the job so I could drive back home from San Diego with peace of mind. David is very friendly and polite, would definitely recommend him.

  • Susan Phillips

David is honest, reasonable and what everyone is seeking in taking care of their auto needs. He recommends what is needed and is sensitive to budget. This is the place you can trust. I have taken both older autos and newer autos for all service for over 20 years. New in town? Find David!

  • Nour

I’ve moved from Canada and bought a used car. David took a look at it and told me all the issues that it has. From the initial conversation I knew he’s going to be my mechanic for years to come. He’s smart, knowledgeable and to top it he’s honest which is rare when it comes to mechanics.

  • Nhi Lam

I can’t help but always recommend David’s auto shop to anyone I know! Him and his team are amazing and actually pay attention to your car. I trust him completely and appreciate him taking the time out to explain why I may need something replaced. Will always be a returning customer!

  • Jade Bonifacio

Came here for new headlights on my 2006 Prius. I felt comfortable with David in discussing my needs and expectations. He was honest and straightforward, which is rare in any auto shop. Service was swift and backed with warranty. I will return if I need any repairs in the future.

  • Michael Anguiano

Excellent service and very transparent about the price. I like that David provided me different cost options. David also gave me advice when I wanted to fix something myself. He genuinely cares about the service as he follows up after to make sure the car is running well.

  • CZ

Dave is wonderful. He is very honest, patient and genuinely tries to do best for customer. I came here based on the google and yelp reviews and my first visit has been very positive. Definitely I am coming back and also want to recommend him to friends and families.

  • S Lowe

I have been going here for a few years now. David is always honest and never tries to sell more than what's needed for my cars. I've had him work on 3 od my cars and never once had a problem. David is very knowledgeable and friendly. I highly recommend his shop.

  • Soap_The_BOSS 09

David fix my Moms car and it only took 3 hour to fix he found the situation right away I trust him a lot I've know him for 20+ years cause he also fixed my dads multiple cars he had in past, Definitely recommend coming to get your car fix or just looked at

  • Ray Chan

So glad I've finally found an Auto repair shop I can trust for all my vehicles. David and his technicians are very knowledgeable and customer service is their top priority. I recommend these guys highly and will be a loyal customer for long time to come.

  • Kevin Allin

I handle fleet matters for an elevator company and I need a reliable, fast, affordable repair and maintenance facility. David has been exceptional in every way. The service is top notch. Honest, affordable. I would recommend him and his shop to anybody.

  • sydney gerrish

David and his team have always done exceptional and efficient work with my 2003 Honda CR-V. He has always been incredibly transparent about cost and what is truly necessary for the car's health. He has been reliable and has excellent communication.

  • daniel schultheis

Been coming here for years. David has worked on my Integra and Tacoma as well as my family’s vehicles. I only trust him with my vehicles and wouldn’t go anywhere else. Great service, honest, incredibly friendly, and most importantly quality work.

  • Jennifer Hoogerhyde

This place is amazing as always! I have been coming here since 2016 and David, the owner is great. He is communicative and responds well to texts and phone calls. The work they do is top notch and not over priced. Don't hesitate to go to David!

  • Edward Lee

David is very detail oriented and keep the shop clean, all the tools are organized and employees are well trained. Highly recommended for everyone who lives in San Diego to bring cars here to do services. Thanks again for the quality good work!

  • Sean Lee

David is an honest mechanic. Despite having to come in with a short notice, he made sure to look at my car and fix it quickly. He noticed additional problems with the car but didn’t try to upsell things. Rather he explained the problems

  • Anna Chang

First time in here to do my car maintenance, had a great experience. David it’s super nice and makes me feel comfortable. He checked my car carefully, and explained to me with details problem to my car. Definitely recommend for anyone!

  • Patricia Garcia

I was recommended by a coworker and I’m very happy to share with you that David is a very good mechanic, honest, caring and he goes beyond to give you the best customer service. Thank you Mr. David for taking good care of my car …

  • Valentina Valenzuela

David is one of the most reliable and honest mechanics ive met! He always explains each service in detail and will make sure you understand what work needs to be done. Definitely trust David with my car and highly recommend his shop.

  • Dale Rudloff

David has been taking care of my car for over 10 years and as always given me an honest and low price. Wouldn't even consider going anywhere else! No one else goes above and beyond in his work. On a scale of 1 to 10 he gets an 11

  • Brandon Jacoby

David is fantastic to work with. Probably the most trust worthy mechanic I have ever met. He is friendly and enthusiastic as well as very kind and honest, exactly the kind of professional I like to work with. I recommend him.

  • John Tiedemann

Been going to San Diego Auto Care for a little under a year now, David and his staff are incredibly knowledgeable and willing to offer services and advice for the betterment of their customers rather than their bottom line.

  • Avery Friedman

Patient, thorough, and professional. David and his technicians made my car new again! I really appreciate the updates with photos and overall communication. I highly recommend taking your car here for thorough diagnostics.

  • Cortney J Lanzona

I was very please with my 1989 van being serviced by David. He a kind and honest person, which I really appreciate in the auto business!! He was up front about the price and was never pushy. Good work. Highly recommend.

  • blair wu

The owner David is super friendly and take care of my care very serious. The best services ever. And after services is also excellent. I would recommand people to come to San Diego Auto Care Center if you need anything.

  • Evi Jaimes

Dave is always available and ready to take care of my car needs. He always does a great job and is always very pleasant. Dave and his employees are great people and always give me great prices and jobs well done— Evi

  • Anthony Caudillo

Hi I have 1977 Cadillac and it had a injection problem an I toke it all over town and got bullshit . I went to San Diego auto center an they told me the truth an take of me.. come get truth in car Service.........

  • Martin Kenney

great guy, very reasonable and quick. sent woman friend there and he gave her honest advice which was to not repair the problem as it would cost more than car was worth. I always pay cash. does great body work

  • Kern Thompson

Best mechanic came here explain what's going on with my car and he found the problem right away good guys he talk me through everything what he found and what he about to do I'll recommend he to anyone

  • Tristan Nguyen

Great service, very friendly and informative. Transparent with the prices. Had to come toward end of work day and called and he said it could still be done so I brought it in and it got done no hassle

  • Raquel Sojourner Worlds

David has been my mechanic for the past 12 years. He has always taken care of me and is extremely trustworthy, knowledgeable and kind. I highly recommend him if you are looking for a new mechanic!

  • Bryan Wolf

David has done a great job for my cars over 15 years of dealing with him. He is very honest and will have ur car running like new. Thank you David for being a good mechanic and a Reliable Friend

  • Eric Schneider

My family and I have been taking our cars to David for a number of years. Honest and hardworking person who has always taken care of us. Would recommend San Diego Auto Care Center to anyone.

  • Rome Mcnair

Great customer service with experienced and knowledgeable management who addressed my concerns promptly. Would recommend this business if you want quality maintenance done on your vehicle.

  • Natalie Nguyen

Quality and honest work. David respects his customers and takes time to explain things to make sure it’s understood and we are on the same page. Happy that I found this trustworthy shop!

  • Shifeng Huang

David is such a wise man to talk with. Provided quick, high-quality and reasonable repair plan. Feel good to let David handle my car. Will definitely come back for any car maintenance.

  • Taylor

Very professional!!! I never feel like he’s trying to sell me something or fix something on the car that doesn’t need to be fixed like other mechanics. Very straightforward.

  • Ava “TheAliceChannel” Marsenic

Great service for my 2014 Acura ILX vehicle. I am planning a road trip and David helped make sure everything was in great working order. Recommend this auto service highly.

  • Spencer

David and Carlos is very honest and super nice.. they take good care of my car... i came to fix my car A/C.. reasonable price.. they do excellent job.. highly recommended.

  • Angela Schenck

A very patient and trustworthy mechanic. He listened to my concerns and took the appropriate actions to make sure my car was fully repaired and safe for me and my baby.

  • Jasmine Lee

Honest, friendly, and not pushy. David has maintained my car for 8 years. He does an excellent job each time. He is prompt and responsive. Best mechanic in town!

  • Xiaochu Ba

Visited many times since I relocated to SD. David is always helpful and provide the most economic solution to fix your vehicle. The best auto care in San Diego!

  • Haley Nicole

David is a wonderful mechanic. Very fair and thorough and reasonable. I highly recommend. I just moved here from Texas and go to him for all my mechanic needs.

  • Lamont Williams

I have been bringing my car to David for over 5 years. He and his staff provide excellent service. David is one of the friendliest people you will ever meet.

  • MA Omar

I recommend David’s Auto mechanic business! He is a trustworthy person. He was able to replace my battery and any future problems I’ll be bring my car here.

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