British & European Car Repair

Steve is a life saver! He’s very honest, quick turnaround and does an amazing job EVERY TIME. Thanks Steve!

Steve is the bomb. Came today to have a car handle replace which at dealer quoted $ 295 labor since I already have the handle from the stupid dealer I got the car from (out of state) I decided to stop by British car repair since I spoke with Steve and he told me to come by and is very sincere. I stop by he quoted me about $ 270 which is bad since dealer tax and fees would run to $ 320. But then I ask if the cap of the handle can just be replace instead and not the whole thing. Since I gave him the ok because he was afraid he might snap or break the handle. But he manage to do the impossible and help me with it. I wanted to pay for his helpfulness but he decline and said it wasn’t too much work. I am very impress. I guess landrover dealer just loss my service. I wasn’t worried about the pay I just didn’t like the fact that as a dealer they were going to tell me that something couldn’t be done and actually was done by someone else with ease. I’m glad I came here, who knows if I went to the dealer and gave them the original part they would probably just snap off the cap and stuck it in the handle then charge me for the whole work. Thank you Steve this place is a gem to find and I’m glad because I can see that I found a dependable mechanic for my landrover.

Needed a new key (remote) for the land rover, called LR dealer and was quoted 480.00 for the part plus labor.
Saved at least half by calling this place, they seem very ethical and in fact they first tried to reprogram it but were unsuccessful.
Got an oil change, the only thing is they don’t have a shuttle or car service which really hurts me because they are not close to much but very worth a visit if you have a rover in need of repairs. Highly recommend this place.
Just plan on getting an (über) ride somewhere and figure out your own transportation if your vehicle stays there for service.

I needed a new key to my Range Rover and they were able to get it done fast. Steve even helped me put on my new license plate and pop back a knob I knocked off on the dash board. I’d take my car back there for any services I may need in the future!

I purchased a 2006 Range Rover HSE and needed a knowledgeable, specialized mechanic to complete a post-​purchase vehicle inspection. I consulted Unilocal and decided on this shop. I called to make an appointment and was seen that same day. I arrived met Stephen (mechanic) and Wendy office manager. Told him what I needed, was written a work order and was told it would take at least 2 hours. Walked over to nearby Old Town to wait for the phone call. Within the hour I received a call saying the inspection was complete. Hurried back to the shop and met with Stephen and went over the extensive itemized list. He explained to me what he had found and numbered, in order of importance, what repairs were needed to be done ASAP. After explaining to me the list I decided to go ahead and complete the repairs. Told me to come back the next day early enough to have the whole day to work on my vehicle. It took the whole day but it was a reasonable amount of time due to the extensive repairs needed. Picked up my vehicle, again Stephen was helpful went over the repairs and what was done. I noticed a significant improvement to my vehicle as I drove out of the shop. I will return to fix the minor things that are needed in the near future. I would highly recommend this shop. Thanks Stephen and Wendy.

Steve saved our vacation! We drove to San Diego from Northern CA, and on the way down LR 3 started having problems. Googled and found Britsh Car Repair who quickly diagnosed the problem (Transfer Case went bad).
Steve found a slightly used transfer case at ¹⁄₃ price of new one and got it in next day and worked late to get it done before I needed to drive back home.
Was very happy with the service, quality, and price — would highly recommend Steve to anyone.

I had taken my 2007 LandRover to the dealer and they sent me an email estimate for $ 6800 in repairs!!! You have to be kidding me. So I took my car here and they totally reevaluated and saved me $ 4800 !! Yes that is right $ 4800. I am sooo happy! Thank you! I will be back although I hope not too soon! Haha! They are so nice and honest and you know what!!! That all pays off!!! Thank you!!! Tammy Nance

I purchased an ’06 Range Rover HSE and needed someone to complete a pre-​purchase inspection. After consulting Unilocal (of course!), I settled on Steve and his shop. Since I live in Arizona, I wanted to make sure the vehicle was getting a good inspection before I purchased it. I was able to get it in on short notice and Steve took a look at it right away, provided feedback, and I ended up purchasing the Rover.
Since I knew it was due for some maintenance, I also asked Steve if he could complete the repairs in time for me to get back to Arizona. He kindly accommodated, and though the repairs did take a little longer than he had estimated, Steve and his team stayed late on a Friday night because I needed to leave for Arizona on Saturday morning.
I can’t say enough good things about this shop. Steve is very personable and down-​to-​earth. He tells it like it is. They are busy, as evidenced by the Rover-​lined streets outside their shop, but I trusted that they would complete the work in time and they delivered.

I’ve been taking my car to Steve for over 6 years, so believe it when I say he’s an honest mechanic and a good guy. I feel like just being ONE of those those things deserves 5 stars, so really he deserves 10 stars!
As someone who’s ignorant about cars, it’s crucial that I have someone I trust. As a single-​income school teacher, it’s imperative I have someone who won’t take advantage of my ignorance. Steve became my mechanic when my car-​savvy ex-​husband found him. The husband didn’t make the cut for the long haul, but Steve? He’s a keeper!
A couple of years ago, I moved from Mission Hills to north county, but I make the drive all the way to Point Loma to take my car to Steve. I considered changing mechanics to save me this inconvenience. I even tried out a nearby shop, once. Car repairs are so expensive, and when I pay Steve I just know that as much at it hurts, he’s given me the best price he can. And the work? I haven’t had any problems. If it did, I’m sure he’d take care of it, because he’s a good guy.
Maybe you’ll read this review and think, «That must be his sister or his friend, or something.» Nope. Just a customer. Believe it.
POST SCRIPT:
I intentionally did not read the other reviews, before writing mine. Having read them, after submitting my review, I’m going to have to add a couple of comments regarding them.
1) I agree with Candice. Over the years that I’ve been taking my car to Steve’s shop, I’ve had no problems (except for some phone-​tag, in which I’m just as much a culprit) and have been taken great care of. Steve and Wendy have gone out of their way for me, time and time again.
2) I think you need to question the motivations of anyone who plugs a competitor in someone’s Unilocal review, as Mike did.
This shop and the people who own it/​work there are the real deal. Go see for yourself.

Cheaper than a dealership and it was nice to talk to the owner who is a Brit and knows his land rovers, definitely worth taking your Land Rover here.

I LOVE British & European Car Repair. My Land Rover is my «Black Beauty» and I trust Steve and the guys to run diagnostic checks, and fix it efficiently and without the exuberant prices of the dealership. The location of British & European Car repair is the perfect location; for it is in the heart of Sports Arena/​Loma Portal which is just a handful of minutes from downtown SD and many of the beach communities.
Yes there are many «Land Rover Specialists» in San Diego yet I bring my family’s vehicle to STEVE.
WENDY runs the front office and is very knowledgeable on vehicles and assures me every time STEVE will get my vehicle back on the road. Depending on what I tell her over the phone with what’s going on with my vehicle she will leave it up to me to bring it in that day or a day that is not so busy. She also has STEVE call me if I need to talk to him right away and if he is not readily available he always calls right away!
I have sent people with Audi’s, Lexus, and BMW and Steve has taken care of them!
I am a business woman who worked in the automobile business selling and racing vintage race cars for Symbolic Motor Car Company in La Jolla. I am extremely knowledgeable of the automobile business, and I know the patience needed to meet the variety of client needs and I find British & European Car Repair is par and par with these formidable dealerships.

These guys do a great job at very fair prices, and completely stand by their work. Steve has worked on my RR Sport several times, including routine services and brakes. After reading some of the other reviews, yes, you might have to call back a couple of times to get them on the phone, but only because they are busy (which is a good sign if you’re shopping around for a mechanic). Great work, fair prices, uses genuine parts, and knows his stuff. A great alternative to the poor customer service and high dealer prices you’ll get at LR San Diego.

Dropped in on the recommendation of a friend. No appt. but Steve took a look at my vehicle in short order and confirmed a need for brakes (pads and maybe rotors). Work was done that day (rotors were still good), price was less than what I was quoted at Land Rover dealer, and I was also provided a ride back to my house while I waited for the car to be repaired. So far, couldn’t be happier with the service we received, have referred another Land Rover friend and will be back with other vehicles as long as Steve and his team continue to produce quality maintenance and customer service.

Steve the owner is awesome! He will goto any lengths to get the job done!
Even after they fixed my car they called me to make sure the car was running right!
He stands by his work…

I would not trust Steve and his crew to change a tire after the service I received. Trying to get a hold of him on the phone is nearly impossible. If it’s something simple to fix maybe but for more complicated jobs you may find yourself without of your beloved RR for way to long. He had my RR for 6 weeks and put in faulty parts that I eventually had to get replaced a weeks after his in shop warranty expired. If your a novice when it comes to RR repairs BEWARE!

Steve and his team are great, he really does the 150% effort which is quite rare today. He keeps my Jag purring.

Steve and his team are good repairing Jags, however become for following up and get hold of him very hard to reach him always on the rush, sometimes you need to call them just to find out yourself what’s going on and still no answer.

Steve is a fantastic and very fair mechanic. Land Rovers are high maintenance vehicles and if you own one, you should bring it to Steve and his team. He has been very fair and understanding regarding my repairs. I own a 2000 Discovery II and have had a lot of work done by Steve and the team. Never had any complaints of the quality of their work at all. All work has been guaranteed and has been flawless. They know their Land Rovers and Jags there to be sure. If you own one of these cars, YOU WILL need repairs. Bring it here and you won’t be disappointed. Very reasonable rates, very knowledgeable staff. Fast and very friendly service.