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Greg's Automotive Helix
- Battery
- Vehicle
- Mechanic
“My old '95 Chevy Van needed a new starter and not only were they able to find one, they had it repaired by noon at a very reasonable price plus AAA discount.”
Best Coolant & Radiator Flush in La Mesa, CA
24 mechanics listed · 6 in La Mesa · 6 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Rob's Automotive
- Sell
- Price
- Work
“Took my car in to be inspected before a long trip and Rob was honest and said my 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee was in great condition and only brake fluid needed to be changed.”
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Euro Auto Tech & Smog
- Team
- Job
- Cost
“The guy at front desk and who did my smog ( he may have been owner or manager) was very helpful and took about 15min to smog check and also gave me some advice on my new used car which I appreciate.”
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John's Automotive Care La Mesa
- Upsell
- Oil
- Communication
“Highly recommended for all your vehicle need and save you money also they work with your warranty service company and they saved me more money, so how is that for outstanding customer service 👍”
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Helix Auto Center
“After limping home from a jump on our spare, I called Helix Auto Center and they were able to get us in on short notice and install a new battery, new tires, align the car, change the oil and locate a missing lug nut.”
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Luxury Import Care
- Vehicle
“I got my 90,000 mile service done here and they seemed to be very knowledgeable and I thought it was surprising that they actually stocked all the parts for my car.”
Listed for drivers in and around La Mesa, CA, these 24 shops list coolant flushes and antifreeze service. What each one says about the coolant types it stocks, machine flushes and warranties comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: La Mesa, CA
6 of the 24 mechanics we list are based in La Mesa; the other 18 serve La Mesa from towns including San Diego (7 mi), El Cajon (4 mi) and Santee (6 mi). The mechanics on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 5,261 reviews; 21 have 50 or more reviews and 23 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these mechanics on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (92%), quality (84%) and value (76%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the mechanics on this page are "diagnosis", "communication" and "fair". 6 are open on Saturdays. The services the mechanics on this page list most often on their websites are maintenance (4), brake repair (3), brake services (3), A/C repair (2) and engine repair (2). 11 list staff certifications (ASE) and 20 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 19 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 78 years. 4 offer financing; 4 give free estimates; 13 are family- or locally-owned and 11 list coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the mechanics on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the mechanic before you visit.
Can I book a coolant change online with shops listed for La Mesa?
Online booking is offered by 7 of the 24 shops. Put your engine and the coolant specification in the notes when you book, since the shop needs the right fluid on the shelf before you arrive rather than a universal jug under the counter.
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San Diego Performance European
- Work
- Engine
- Price
“Detail oriented - I utilize this vehicle mostly for the track and I was pleasantly surprised to see how much they tidied the engine bay, re-mounted a side scoop, fixed the various half-hearted work of others, and in general went above and beyond the ...”
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Miramar Automotive & Transmission
- Upsell
- Inspection
- Oil
“Also, I liked the way they create a detailed report describing the condition of the car with pictures, which helped me to make right decisions and you don't need to have deep pockets to get the work done.”
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Allied Gardens Automotive Inc
- Mechanic
- Vehicle
- Smog
“The labor involved in taking apart struts and springs (compressing them to disassemble/reassemble) versus the price of the new components didn't make sense to do just the strut alone.”
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Japanese Car Masters
- Oil
- Diagnose
- Vehicle
“They are accommodating and will usually get you in for a non-emergency within a week (in contrast to our experiences with the dealerships that often have a backlog of many weeks) and will take your car right away when needed.”
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FTS Auto
- Drive
- Mechanic
- Tires
“I'm the kind of person that will get every last mile out of his car before moving onto a new one and FTS auto is my go to shop to keep my car running smoothly with oil changes, new tires, and any other repairs that come up.”
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1 Way Auto Clinic
- DMV
- Smog
- Team
“Noe was wonderful - he explained how bad my tires were (showing me that they were thread bare in some spots), and walked me through my options for new ones, highlighting the pros and cons of each brand.”
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Motec Auto Care
- Pool Table
- Oil
- Team
“Adopo really came through and put in work for the company there and he fixed up my car real nice everything that he was paid to do was done correctly and I enjoyed the convenient time frame and quickly manner in which my vehicle was repaired as well”
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On Broadway Auto Care Inc.
- Inspection
- Smog
- Light
“Maggie was so understanding, kind, and always took the time to explain to me what parts were needed for what and always tried to find the best price for me.”
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Genie Auto Center
- Oil
- Car Wash
- Prices
“They're good people they're honest people people and the car work gets done very quick very quick love this place love this place won't take my car anywhere else”
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Kirk's Radiator
- Welds
- AC
- Quality
“So basic to " tell it like it is" to build a loyal customer service and find all of the repairs were done correctly, and the process of doing business was how ethical business practice can make a day changer.”
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Jaguar Coventry Cars
- Eye
- Job
- Driving
“So glad we did, they dealt with our warranty service provider, took care of the third party inspection, ordered all parts, and had our F Type ready within a week (on top of that, it all happened during Thanksgiving week which is truly impressive).”
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Morena Automotive
- Money
- Diagnosed
- Mechanic
“I brought my daughters car in to diagnose a power steering grind and he took it right in, did the diagnostic, called with an estimate and had the car done in 1 day.”
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John's Automotive Care
“Before that happened, Justin even called me & told me the parts company called him & said they over charged $30 for the lock so he lowered the estimate.”
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Pacific Auto Service
“I drive 40 minutes just to take all my vehicles to the shop in Miramar because the mechanics are very experienced and Olivier is very knowledgeable in parts upgrades and he will let you know if your vehicle needs any upgrades that will improve your v...”
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Smitty's Service
- Pump
- Diagnostic
- Oil
“As a woman, having a woman answer the phone IMMEDIATELY put me at ease, but either way, ALL the staff were so friendly, helpful, answered my questions (even when I made em repeat lol).”
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Certified Car Clinic
- System
- Dyno
- Vehicles
“With all the custom stuff I've done with the truck, it is extremely important to me that I work with a shop that can understand what I've done and still provide an excellent service to my vehicle.”
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Minsky Mercedes
- Pressure
- Vehicle
- Charged
“I asked, based where the car was and what I read on the internet Minsky (with whom I never dealt before) to do a general inspection of the car, having concerns about the transmission and may be the engine.”
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Transmasters Auto Care
- Fluid
- Transmission
- Pricing
“They once found an issue with my 6 year old VW GTI which was out of warranty, but realized it would be covered by the extended emissions warranty so they put everything back together without charge and sent me for free service at the VW dealership.”
Radiator Coolant Fluid Exchange Services in La Mesa, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$64
Maximum cost
$246
National Average
$102
$107
$160
Average price range is based on 524 cost profiles
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