Japanese Auto Tech

I had an awesome experience working with Japanese Auto Tech today! Had an oil change & filter replaced and did a full inspection before my road trip for only $ 25. They were friendly and honest. I plan on going back again soon!

Once my car hit 30k I was due for a maintenance service so I ventured off into the Unilocal world to find solutions to my problems. Lo and behold I found Japanese Auto Tech and gave them a call. The man at the front desk gave me a quote and a rundown and the services that are included in their 30k service, no gimmicks and no tricky deals or promotions. Therefore, I scheduled an appointment.
I arrived at the shop and was greeted by many happy and warm faces. After sending them off with my car I sat in the lobby and studied for my exams. The woman at the front desk, seeing that I was studying, asked me if I wanted the TV off, closed the doors, turned the fan on, turned on the lights and even gave me a bottled water! The whole service took about an hour and they explained what had been done to my car. I was charged a very reasonable price and was on my way. Suddenly I hear a knocking on my window and the front desk lady was at my door. She explained that I looked like someone she knew and gave me a coupon for a free entrée at her Korean restaurant. Lol!
I am not giving this place a good review because of the special treatment that I was beyond grateful for, but because they provided great customer service, was an honest business with honest prices, and did an amazing job on my car.

As a student only in SD for school, I had to switch multiple mechanics in this area until I found this place. Came in here on two occasions and both times Young took care of business, gave me good honest evaluations on what repairs were more important, and most importantly, does it all on very reasonable prices. Don’t really write reviews but I had to show my support for this business. A real 5 star.

I haven’t been able to visit in a while since I recently bought a new car and it’s under the manufacturer warranty BUT it’s finally out of warranty so I can come back here! I’ve always had a positive experience coming in and this has been one of the best mechanics that I’ve visited. They are quick, honest, and will take the time to explain any service they will be doing on your car.
A couple years back I had an awful burning smell coming from my car and they let me come in ASAP. After lifting the car up, it ended up just being a plastic bag that got melted to the exhaust line (oopsies!). Aside from being a little embarrassed, I was completely relieved that it wasn’t a big issue but also that they were willing to let me walk in to get it diagnosed.
I recommend all of my friends with Japanese cars to come here because I stand behind them 100%!

This is my go-​to place for my Nissan Altima. The staffs are professional and trustworthy. Highly recommended.

Class joint through and through. Just moved to the area and was sad to leave my trusty, honest mechanic. Young and team are very reasonable and honest to a T. Had to get an A/​C compressor replaced and it was done on time in the time allotted at a fantastic price. They are 110% trustworthy and will answer any questions that you have. Happy to find a new shop with two aging Japanese cars. Can’t recommend them highly enough!

My go-​to for both my Toyota Camry and my wife’s Honda CRV. Trustworthy.

Best customer service ever! I was at work I call in and drop off my car. They drove me back to work and when it was done they came back to pick me up so I can pick up my car.

Awesome staff, Very helpful and went out of they’re way to help me. They explained and showed me everything. They have awesome prices and are very honest. Young is a awesome mechanic will be sure to always bring my car back in the future along with my girlfriends car too. Many thanks!
You guys are the best!!!

One of the best mechanics I’ve ever been to. And completely honest and fair.
If you are in the San Diego area only trust Young with ALL of your auto needs.

Great Service!!! In 8 years living in San Diego, by far THE best auto tech!

Japanese auto tech is awesome. It was the best experience I’ve had at a mechanic ever. Rates were very fair, shop (Young) was very honest and straight forward. There were no scare tactics or any pressure to perform unneeded work.
My family and I went to balboa park and on the way home the car died on the side of the road. Based on Unilocal reviews and a buddy’s advice, I had the car towed to JP auto tech. Best decision ever. Not only did Young change out my alternator, but he gave me a free synthetic oil change. Plus he installed some O2 sensors that we both knew would be a pain due to the age of the car (1998) and corrosion. It felt like Young cared about the performance of my vehicle as much or more than myself.
The other thing worth mentioning is the work was performed on the 23^rd and Christmas Eve. Surprisingly when I picked the car up, Young reviewed the work performed, told me about the free oil change because my car was 700 miles overdue, and handed me the keys. I was blown away. I was already getting a great deal on all the work performed and I got a free synthetic oil change. Plus, usually when you drop your car off you get a laundry list of items that need to be performed and then you have to determine what’s essential and not. There was none of that, which was a breath of fresh air.
The car is running great, no issues since, and thanks to the O2 sensors passed smog today after having failed.
Thanks JP Auto Tech and Young!

Japanese Auto Tech is by far the best auto shop I’ve been to in San Diego. I’ve been to 10+ shops around here and they are seriously all scammers. even if they don’t get you the first time they’ll sneak it in later on. These guys have great prices and they are completely transparent about what they are doing and how much it will cost. I would give 6 stars if I could. Keep up the good work!

Great service here. I went to Sears initially for a simple tire rotation, and I left with some badly vibrating steering wheel and a flat tire (no flats before coming in!). They told me there was a serious alignment issue and would cost me a few hundred to fix. Brought my civic in to Japanese Auto Tech, and a rebalance + rotation later, everything works great. All for like 20! I also needed my passenger side mirror replaced and by far the cheapest repair quoted. Done in less than an hour! Definitely an honest mechanic and a great place to get your car serviced.

Brought in my car for a simple part swap. I leave 1.5 hrs later, and the car is jerking all over the place. Bring the car back, and they don’t know what’s wrong with it, and can’t fix it.
Place said it’s my problem.
I thought YOU are the repair professionals?
Eek! Methinks not.

Gave me a quote for a 2006 Subaru Legacy three times as much as a dealership quote. The off the cuff reply to my query was, $ 3000. Three THOUSAND. Dealer’s was a thousand. From my experience the guy didn’t even look up parts cost or the time involved on a computerized system, he just half assed the reply to me.
Buyer beware, the little stuff they’ll probably do well at, but don’t let them build up your trust just to take you down.

Excellent service. I brought my own oil and filter, as I’m picky abt what oil goes into my car. They did the labor for $ 15. I came in at 9am on a Saturday, it wasn’t busy and I got out of there in less than half hour.

Great place to get work done on your car. Went in for brake service. Everyone was nice. No lying. Quicker than was expected. They even hooked it up on a much needed oil change.
CUSTOMER FOR LIFE!!!

Love this place and absolutely love Young! (one of the mechanics)
I never knew the comforts of having a mechanic that you trust. Well I do now! I have been taking my cars to Young for about 5 years now and I couldn’t imagine getting better service. Any time I have an issue with my car or with a family members car we don’t even stress about it because we know that Young will take a look at it and give me a very honest assessment that I can completely trust.
I can’t say enough about them. I refer them to anyone that I can!

I’ve been coming back here for a long time ever since my dad recommended it as the best in the area. Even though I’m living up in the Bay Area now, I will still make it a point to come here for my car services whenever I am in town visiting my family. Today I was here for an oil change before my drive back up.
The service is top-​of-​the-​line excellent. They are so friendly and helpful, but above all honest. I remember going to another place in the area back when I was a 16 year old new driver, and this other place tried to rip me off for a $ 60 oil change (for my small car!) Since then, I’ve always mistrusted car places but not Japanese Auto Tech. They have exceptional service, professional grade knowledge of Japanese cars, and they are an honest business.
Did I mention how they will go above and beyond? I came here for my Nissan Sentra’s 80,000 mi check up and they threw in a free oil change and car wash with the low price! I was surprised to see my car look and feel like new. They are great to their returning/​regular customers and I love that about this business.
Thank you, Japanese Auto Tech! :-)