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Elite Smog and Auto
- Owner
- Team
- Truck
“I've been in there a number of times for different issues and they have always let me know promptly what it's going to take to fix it as well as other things they've noticed on my vehicles.”
Best Auto Repair in El Cajon, CA
24 professionals listed · 18 in El Cajon · 6 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Genie Auto Center
- Check
- Job
- Engine
“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
- Job
- Work
- Vehicle
“I came after going somewhere else that incorrectly diagnosed my AC issues on my Tacoma and they were going to charge me far more than what I paid at Kirk's.”
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True Line Wheel Alignment
“(Contemplated lowering rating to 4 starts because the young lady at the front desk is a chiefs fan but she's just too helpful for me to hold it against her)”
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Allman Family Auto
- Fair
- Mechanic
- College
“They have amazing customer service, Rusty was incredibly personable and did an amazing job on my car I will be becoming a loyal customer of this place!!”
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MIT Drivetrain Specialists
- Off-Road
- Work
- Lift Kit
“Karen and Kenny constantly communicated updates and provided the appropriate recommendation to extend the rear brake lines to ensure lift installation was 100% perfect, while keeping safe operation in-mind.”
Listed for drivers in and around El Cajon, CA, these 24 shops handle general repair work. What each one says about parts, warranties, financing and fleet accounts comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: El Cajon, CA
Of the 24 professionals we list here, 18 are in El Cajon itself and 6 come from San Diego (4, 10 mi) and La Mesa (2, 4 mi). The professionals on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 3,220 reviews; 23 have 50 or more reviews and 23 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these professionals on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (92%), quality (86%) and value (82%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the professionals on this page are "honest", "fair" and "diagnosis". 6 are open on Saturdays. The services the professionals on this page list most often on their websites are air conditioning services (2), cooling system service (2), tire services (2) and wheel alignment (2). 1 shows a license on its website; 4 list staff certifications (ASE) and 19 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 21 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 79 years. 4 offer financing; 6 are family- or locally-owned and 10 list coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the professionals on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the professional before you visit.
How long have the listed shops been open?
21 of the 24 shops show ten or more years in business. Longevity is not a guarantee of anything, but a repair shop that keeps the same sign over the same door for that long has generally been settling arguments rather than walking away from them.
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John's Automotive Care El Cajon
“I have brought my mother in law ,car here a couple times for repairs Matthew is a very nice and friendly, he doesn't try and sell you things, that you don't need ,I would recommend them”
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Rancho Auto Service
- Waiting Area
- Vehicle
- Bearings
“I recently visited Rancho Auto Service for an oil change, brake fluid replacement, and spark plug change, and I couldn't be happier with the service I received.”
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Sam's Quality Auto Care
- Work
- Fair
- Vehicle
“Very helpful, very good mechanic, always stays in contact and is always very easy to talk to i highly recommend them and will be continuing to take my cars hear for any further repairs”
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Budget Muffler Brake & Alignment
- Motor
- Welding
- Sound
“I got work done in may of last year 2021 and i was just driving the car like normal when one day i noticed one of my tips had completely flew off like it wasnt even welded .”
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Dose Independent BMW Service
- Honest
- Vehicle
- Fair
“I had to bring it back recently as a different issue came up with my car, but again, Brandon and everyone else did a great job, and in a timely fashion.”
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Trust Auto Repair/Smogs
- Inspection
- Name
- Choice
“They are indeed honest mechanics and I have been going to them for the past six months with various projects on my car and they havent disappointed me yet.”
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Rob's Automotive
- Inspected
- Save Money
- Vehicle
“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
- Communicate
- Mechanic
- Oil
“I went to other shops in the area and his shop actually was super honest what needs to be changed and pretty fair on prices for the quality that I got!”
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Driven SD Independent BMW Service
- Pricing
- Mechanic
- Inspection
“Why take your car to be repaired to a New Car Deal, paying high prices, when one can take it to Driven SD & have the same quality work & parts at a less expensive cost”
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Caliber Auto Repair
- Job
- Team
- Inspection
“Jacob performed such a thorough job and pointed out all of the issues of vehicle, allowing me more confidence with the negotiation of the purchasing price.”
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Sunshine Auto Repair
- Work
- Mechanics
- Ford
“I called earlier this week to ask about getting my lights fixed and Sam understood the importance and made availability for me this week around my work schedule.”
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Diesel Doctor
- Vehicle
- Team
- Fuel Filter
“From giving me a thorough diagnostic, their professional and personal opinions, to even Jesse calling me on his time off to advise me about registration and where I can get a good deal on tires.”
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ATG Auto Repair & Mechanic Shop
- Communication
- Inspection
- Tow Truck
“Got my whining rack and pinion steering fixed plus other issues found in diagnostic, and happily it cost less than expected and done in a couple of hours.”
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J & K Automotive Repair
- Truck
- Toyota
- Sell
“I don't know much about cars and I hate taking it in because in the past I always felt like I was being oversold but J&K is honest and tells me exactly what needs to be fixed.”
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Roy Wheeler's Automotive
“I had taken my van to Alpine family auto and the guy was trying to charge me thousands and I took It to Roy wheeler and the oil filter was clogged and they hooked me up!”
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The Auto Center
- Exhaust
- Vehicle
- Communicative
“I will be back for future repairs, and I hope the person reading this review can rest assured knowing that their vehicle can be trusted with the Auto Center of El Cajon”
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Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
- Communication
- Auto Repair
- Name
“I'm super happy with the service and care we received and even though I hope we never have transmission issues with any other vehicles, if we do, we will ABSOLUTELY be repeat customers.”
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Sam Lee Auto Repair
- Honest
- Mechanic
- Pay
“What a great shop Harry and the team go above and beyond,its so hard to find , quality work ,honest and at good price thank you for your integrity guys”
Auto Repair Services in El Cajon, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$350
Maximum cost
$2917
National Average
$537
Avg Per Hour Rates
$94
$432
$759
Typical price range is based on 369 cost profiles
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about professionals in El Cajon
- “Great crew, awesome shop. Quality work, they send you an email with a detailed invoice and photos so there's %100 transparency.” — customer of John's Automotive Care El Cajon
- “Great and timely service. Figured out the problem quickly and had an estimate just as quick.” — customer of Sunshine Auto Repair
- “I felt confident with the inspection and estimate for my brakes, rotors and an alignment.” — customer of True Line Wheel Alignment
- “Amazing customer service. They completed the work in the time frame that they estimated and my truck is now running perfect.” — customer of MIT Drivetrain Specialists
- “Definitely living up to their name, they could have sold me a catalytic converter but instead they told me it still has a warranty on it and directed me to the correct place.” — customer of Trust Auto Repair/Smogs
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