Fernando’s Auto Repair

Called this place today to find out Fernando retired. They’re sending all their customers to Mission Bay Automotive now.

Fernando is very honest. My whole family has been using him for over 20 years. He is not the cheapest but the job get’s done right the first time!

Well, I was coming to these guys to have my three cars serviced. I bring in my own synthetic oil and filter to put on my cars. On the last service performed, they took my filter and put on their own cheap filter. I noticed it when I was looking under my car. I went to ask them what happened and they couldn’t give me a straight answer. I don’t even think they put the more expensive oil I brought to them and just used some cheap conventional oil from their bulk container. I have been driving my cars like they had synthetic oil in them (higher interval between oil changes). I for sure will not be coming back to them. They have lost my trust and they shouldn’t be trusted.

So I went to this place because of the good reviews. But please beware of this place, it’s not what it seems. The first time I went to this place it seemed fine, but a little pricey. The second time was for serpentine belt and they said after looking at it I also needed a water pump. So I went along with it and replaced both. After picking up my truck before I could even back home it was leaking coolant everywhere, so I figured it may have been something they didn’t put back together correctly. So I went back to have them look at it and Fernando said it need a new gasket and cover? And said it would cost $ 600 to repair and pointed out the problem right by the water pump. It didn’t sound right or feel right so I left to have another shop look at it. The new place looked at it and did a pressure test to see where the leak was coming from and it turned out all it needed was a new hose coming right from the new water pump. It cost me $ 90 to repair… so beware of this place. There is absolutely NO way he could have overlooked the cut in the hose, but instead tried to charge me $ 600 for a hose that should have probably been changed out when replacing the water pump. This guy is a crook if you ask me.

We have been customer for almost 20 years, honest is the 1^st word that comes to mind. Pricing is competitive, they always stand behind their work. Even though not located in our neighborhood this is our go to mechanic.

Fernando’s absolutely deserves their five star rating. I’m a manager at a large hotel, and depend heavily on service providers and vendors. I’ve been using Fernando’s for over ten years and they have never disappointed us ONCE! They are totally accommodating, honest, and skilled. We’ve probably spent $ 50k or more at Fernando’s, and I wouldn’t think of going anywhere else. San Diego’s best repair shop, bar none, and a class act.

I’m not sure why anyone would go anywhere else! I took my car in today for a brake job and asked them to check out a noise and vibration in the engine that was really bad. When I picked up my car, they told me the problem was something simple that just needed to be tightened, which they did, at NO CHARGE! Just paid the original estimate for my brakes and my car is running quite again! Thanks once again for being honest and providing great customer service.

I wish I knew about this place since I got my first bucket. I think it would have saved me a lot of money and time throughout the years. It is soooo hard to find a honest mechanic. These guys are great. I get my oil changes done here. They are quick and efficient.

This place is for real peeps. Yes, its may be hard to believe but they truly are honest and 100% trustworthy mechanics. I’ve been taking my SUV here for about a year. They’ve done all my oil changes, they’re doing my brakes this morning, they fully inspected my husband’s car before we bought it for a super reasonable price (like $ 60!!!). They’ve checked lights that randomly come on and I most often hear things like «Everything is fine.» «You can wait to do _​_​_​_​», «Maybe consider doing _​_​_​_​_​in the next couple months.» Their quotes for work are so reasonable, I usually ask twice just to be sure. I have a warranty for major mechanical errors but not for regular wear & tear so I’ll be coming to Fernando’s for all those related needs. Lucky for me I work in the area too! Doubtful that there is a better auto shop in all of San Diego.

The most honest mechanic in town. My entire family has been taking their cars to Fernando’s for years and he is always fair. He will never tell you something needs fixed if it doesn’t and his prices are fair. The best Auto Shop in town as far as I am concerned.

I came in with a car I had just purchased used. He examined it and told me straight up what needed to be done. I was curious why he had suggested certain things and he said it was due to the mileage. I told him to investigate further and we willingly did so showing that a couple of routine maintenance jobs had been done early by the previous owner saving me money. He was honest, strait-​forward, and looking out for my best interest. I feel I have found my new routine maintenance place in San Diego.

Dropped in first thing sat morning. They seemed busy but they took my car in right away. 12 minutes later (yes, I timed it) my oil change was done. No fuss, and appreciated the warm greeting when I entered. Will be returning.

Had an appointment in Mission Valley and did a Unilocal search for quick oil changes in the neighborhood. Gave them a call and their estimate for an oil change was ~27 $.
I then sped over and when I walked in, they instantly recognized my voice from my call.
After about 20 minutes or so, they informed me that I was due for a tire rotation (information I also knew, just was ignoring for the time being: p). They said it’d be $ 15 for a rotation but I ended up asking for a slight discount which they accommodated: DD
All together it was $ 37 for a quick oil change and tire rotation.
Definitely worth going to, quick, efficient, with no BS on things that needed to get «fixed»

Great experience, took my car in for a 30,000 mile check up. Car was ready when I arrived in the two hour’s I was told it would be ready. Price was more than reasonable and wasn’t upsold things I didn’t need. Respectful and honest place.

I have used this guys many times for an oil and oil filter change and some other basic maintenance. Every time their service was great.
Last time I had to repair a transmission on my infinity g35. I left my car in their shop and picked it up 2 day after. Now it sounds and drives like new.
Their rates are fair and affordable.
I hope I will not have to visit them any time soon, but if I need any auto repair help, I will definitely go to Fernando’s Auto Repair.
Thank you guys, you are awesome.

I’ve been going to Fernando’s on an off for about 3 – 4 years since they were in Old Town. The main thing I would say about them is they treat you very fairly and honestly. I’ve used them for different things over the years oil changes etc. but reason I keep using them is 2 occasions I’ve gone in with an issue and left car, I come back and they told me it was nothing (fuse) and they didn’t charge me… I was really surprised since a lot of mechanics will always «find» something that is wrong as soon as you leave the car with them. Keep up the great work!

I’ve been taking my cars to Fernando for years, since they were in on San Diego Ave. I’ve always been treated fairly, and I’ve reccomended many people to them over the years. Everyone has always been pleased with their work. They’re always willing to take the time to explain anything I have questions about. Fernando is very personable and courteous, and is always willing to figure out a price minded solution. I will keep going to him and will keep recommending people to him.

You know how you always wonder how honest the mechanic is at any given shop, or that you hope they don’t screw you over with unnecessary repairs/​charges? Not here. I took my car here on the referral of a trusted friend and was NOT disappointed. They kept my car overnight and the following day trying to track down a mystery noise from my engine compartment. When I went in to pick it up, Fernando’s son told me his dad, Fernando himself, was out driving my car up and down the street all day trying to pinpoint the problem. He figured it out and charged me $ 60 for the repair. Where in America can you have a mechanic work on your car for a day and a half and only charge $ 60 for parts/​labor???
Needless to say, Fernando’s has won my business hands down. Keep up the great work guys,…

This garage is great! I’ve been here several times and Fernando always has my car fixed and ready to go in a reasonable amount of time and for a VERY reasonable price. Fernando is honest and they do not try to sell you sevices you do not need.

I LOVE THIS PLACE! Don’t be fooled by the lot full of cars and shuttle buses (they must have contracts with the car rental companies and repairing their shuttles).
I’ve taken my VW Passat here twice and my girl has taken her Honda Pilot here twice as well. First off, when I’ve dropped my car off, they tell me they will have an estimate by xxx time. And guess what, they have always called me with the estimate at said time. The best part is that these guys aren’t like the dealer where they try to «up sell» you some service or inspection BS just to squeeze more money outta your hand.
My girl used to frequent some Honda dealer out in El Cajon and EVERY damn time they would «find» something that needed to be fixed and it was always to the tune of $ 500 or more. When this happened last time, I suggested that she try Fernandos and just get an estimate for the same work the Honda Dealer wanted to do.
Not only was Fernandos 30−40% less than the dealer (surprise, eh?), he took the time to prioritize what work needed to be done and what could wait. Now, that’s what sets this place apart. Amen to Fernando…