Poway’s Accurate Automotive

I have been taking my and my families cars here for years. Brian Sparling and his crew are very honest, trustworthy and thorough with their work!!! I would recommend accurate automotive 10 out of 10 times!!!

Called in for a Smog Check appointment. Always check the coupon magazines for a smog check coupon as there is always one in there for a smog check every month for this shop. When I got in, Brian went over the paperwork super quick & then did the smog check. I was out in 10 minutes, when I was expecting it to be done in 30. Needless to say, I am making an appointment here every time for a smog check from now on. Only flaw is it was a little hard to find the place as the address leads you to another smog shop, maybe it’s Google’s fault. Regardless, this is the place you want to go for a Smog Check with their $ 30 coupon if you make an appointment!

This place is probably the best auto maintenance place I’ve ever been to. Top notch service at a better-​than-​competition price. I’ll drive across town to use them if I ever move out of Poway!

After being referred here by a coworker awhile back, I tried it out and was very satisfied. This is my go-​to spot now for oil changes, smog checks, routine/​preventive maintenance, repairs, everything.
Simply put, this place is exactly what a mechanic’s shop should be — owned by local guys who have a passion for cars and aren’t tied-​down by any corporate BS or red tape, and give you great pricing and don’t try to upsell you.
Brian is a straight-​shooter kind of guy, but not in a rude way. He’s also great at ELI5 (explain like I’m 5) — breaking things down into layman’s terms.

So glad I found this place. Being a woman it is sometimes hard to know if you are being taken advantage of when it comes to cars. This place is the best. They are very honest and helpful. I thought that I would need new shocks or struts and they basically said if you are not going to hang on to it for a long time then don’t bother replacing them as it is a cost you won’t get your money back on. It’s great to have a place you know you can trust to take your car in. They seem reasonable and ready to help you out!

Brian was very friendly, and the customer service there was outstanding!!! Thanks again guys!

These guys are top notch! They are honest and fair. Third car that I have taken to them. They are the real deal. Thank you!!!

I am downgrading PAA 1 star after my smog check experience. I waited about a month for them to get the smog machine fixed because I trusted PAA and I also wanted to support local business.
My 95 Acura failed the smog and PAA will charge $ 100 (with $ 50 discount) for the diagnosis. And to get a free retest, I have to get my car repaired at PAA. I swallowed the $ 40 I paid for the test and went to the shop I always went to because they charge $ 65 for diagnosis and the fee will be waived if I get repairs done there. Simple math, I was not paying $ 100 to save $ 40.
The bottom line is if you have an older car that may fail the smog I don’t recommend coming here.

I had an exceptional experience coming here today. I needed to get a smog check done for my California registration and Brian and his crew were very courteous and extremely accommodating. I will definitely be coming back here if I need smog services in the future. I was in and out with the check completed in a little less than 15 minutes! Thank you Brian for your professionalism and help with my vehicle! Go Trojans!

Very good service. When you talk to Brian you’ll get a trustworthy and honest assessment of your vehicle, not a sales pitch. In my recent 100K mile checkup he pointed out three things that could be serviced, but he helped me make a decision on what should be done now and what could wait, regardless of price. I’ll definately be back for repeat services for both my vehicles. These guys have it figured out.

Brian and his staff at Poway’s Accurate Automotive really know what they are doing. They came highly recommended from a coworker who called ahead and booked me a lunch appointment for a smog I had been putting off (and putting off)… Brian was expecting me when I arrived. I was out of there in less than 30 min and the price was RIGHT. The LAST thing I want to do is have the headache of spending my lunch arguing at the car shop. LADIES: Need car work done? CALL BRIAN AND HIS CREW THEY WILL TAKE CARE OF YOU 858) 842‑1414

I love this place they saved me a bunch of money. I am so happy discount tire referred me to them. I wish I knew about them sooner I could’ve saved so much money. I will go to them from now on.

Shout out to Brian da Boss Man… Come see him. Brian is gonna save you $$$ coins.
Friend of my told me about Brian about the SMOG $ 21.75 bring coupon «get 1 Free»
Dealer SMOG $ 110 do the math that’s $ 90 savings.
Love my 7iL took her to Brecht BMW @ 3K to have her oil, fluids filled $ 150 a-​pop !!
Brian did the same services for $ 49.95 now that $ 100 left for Tacos…
Services could not be better… Brian tell it-​as-​is. no bull, no overcharges. most of time
He tell his techs just fixed it… and not charge for it. If they don’t have the parts, they will
Order it for you at cost or you can bring it. Where you going to find that… Friend…
Come see Brian. you won’t be disappointed call 1^st. Brian will hooked u up…

I’ve been bring my car to Poway Accurate Automotive for service for almost 18 months now following a recommendation from a few neighborhood shops after hearing about my Evans Tire & Service Centers nightmare and knowing how difficult it can be to find a honest mechanic let alone a reliable auto repair shop. (See «My reviews» Evans Tires posted 5/​12/​2015.)
Since coming here, I’ve dealt with Brian Sparling, shop manager, the owner (sorry don’t remember the name but he’s also very attentive and honest) along with a few mechanics — and all of whom maintain an air of professionalism and are able to explain repairs before the work is performed on my car. More importantly, I’ve never once had to return my vehicle — post maintenance — because of any unresolved mechanical problems once the car was worked on.
Can’t say enough good things about this shop. Highly recommended if you’re in need of reliable auto repair work. The staff is knowledgeable, friendly and everything is supervised and all work is reasonably priced.
Business deserves 5 stars plus for being honest, competent and reliable!

I just got my smog check here and it was a great experience. My car was done in less than 20 minutes (it was Thursday morning). Service was great, courteous and friendly. I will definitely return for any repairs I may need in the future.

Althiugh we had to wait a bit to get anyone’s attention, our time at Poway’s Accurate Automotive was completely worth it.
My boyfriend brought his car in because he felt that his alignment was off since his steering wheel would vibrate severely at high speeds. After a few quick questions, Brian immediately told us that his tires most likely needed a balance, rather than an alignment.
We got an alignment anyway, since the car did need some adjustments, but booked immediately another appointment elsewhere to get the balancing done (they don’t do balancing at Accurate Automative).
I loved that he was honest and would rather not have our business than waste our time. Two thumbs up for these guys!

I had the same experience as Bobby D… Poway Accurate Automotive was great and Edith at Poway Smog was a complete liar and totally bashed PAA so she could charge $ 46 instead of $ 30 at PAA.
Brian and Team at PAA were great. fast and did a complete smog test as quoted for $ 30.

Stopped in for a smog. Pleasantly surprised. Fast and great price. Got me in and out super quick! No appointment either. Highly recommend! Thank you for making this painless !

In the North County, specifically the 4S, Rancho Bernardo, Poway, Rancho Penasquitos, Del Sur, and Scripps Ranch areas, Poway Accurate Automotive (PAA) should be your go to place for anything smog related. Bryan the owner and his business stands for integrity and professionalism. Other smog places like Poway Smog not so much.
I’ve had both my cars serviced for a smog check and both times, I was treated courteously and was provided exemplary customer service. Allow me to relay a story of today’s experience with Edith from Poway Smog. With my Pennysaver coupon that gave me a discounted price of $ 30, I proceeded to search for PAA, but because it had been a little time since my last visit, I had forgotten where they were located. Thinking I had found the place, I parked in front of a smog place, but there was no PAA signage. As I parked, a lady, who I found out was named Edith, came out the door and motioned me into an open bay of the business. I asked Edith if her business was Poway Accurate Automotive and she replied it wasn’t. Edith stated, «We take business from them all the time.» I asked Edith if she honors competitor’s coupons to which she said «No», but that she would give me a good price. She even said that PAA doesn’t really charge $ 30 and I replied that I’ve used this same coupon with PAA in the past. She told me that she charges $ 48, so I said «No thanks» and quickly exited her business to find PAA. I have zero tolerance for people with no integrity and you should too.
PAA is one driveway before Poway Smog and they are locates next to a U-​Haul business. PAA’s tagline is «We are honest, have integrity and will do only necessary repairs.» Talk to Bryan or his father, who are respectful and seem like good guys. I personally can attest that these guys have strong integrity. Edith from Poway Smog, shame on you for bad mouthing an honest business trying to make an honest buck.

I needed a STAR smog check and found a discount coupon on their Web page. Brought in the car and was told they would have it done in 15 minutes. «Sure,» I thought to myself. «And I’m the Queen of Sheba.»
Well, ten minutes later I was out of there. I’ll never doubt them again.
«Under promise — over perform.»
Bring your business here.