Best Car Restoration and Customization in La Mesa, CA

“Talked to him over phone and he was able to answer all my questions regarding top replacement, leather seat repair, with details of what would be done.”

“They had me scheduled in a timely and convenient manner and provided advice tailored to my situation with explanations for why they were suggesting certain work be done.”

“It was my first time to have my undersuspension powdercoated like knuckles, control arms, Brembo calipers, sway bars, rotors, etc that I bought from a JDM junkyard in Burbank couple of years ago and I'd say that the finished products were phenomenal.”

“I only needed one belt repaired but based on the conversation and professionalism he demonstrated, I decided to buy enough material to do both seat belts for an older first gen Toyota Tacoma.”

“I have had a variety of work done on different cars by Markel's, including installation of a new convertible top & work done on leather seats (including dyeing).”

“He even identified I was having an issue with my trunk latch, which HONDA actually MISDIAGNOSED and told me was a sensor issue (for which Honda would not even refund me).”

“Even though they had never worked on one before, they easily were able to figure out the intricacies of its odd design, being familiar with its Maserati, Lotus, and Porsche counterparts as well as its Bosch fuel system.”

“Aside from the top notch quality of their work which is all 'in-house', they are honest, good, and humble people who take a tremendous amount of pride and ownership in their work; I enjoy visiting them any chance I get and I appreciate them sharing t...”

“One of the best place in Southern California for purchasing custom antique auto tops.”

“Honest & professional manager !”

“The pinstripe store”

“Incredible work done by HOT RODS!!”