Auto Guys

Used there services multiple times over the years for few different cars. Number one they are honest. Not a lot you can ask for from an auto repair shop. If you’re in the San Marcos area and need a shop use them.

Needed an oil change and tire rotation on a Saturday. Found this spot in Unilocal and when I called they said oil changes are first come first serve. On Saturdays it gets busy and they close early so they recommended coming in early. He took my information down and my car was up. With only two guys working it took a little over 30 mins but it was still quick. Tire rotation was free no charge with my synthetic oil change. The prices are great!
I even signed up for the email reminders and they will send you deal alerts. It was a great experience I’ll will be back for my future automotive needs.
Pro Tip: my GPS gave me problems but if you are coming off the 78E the shop is on the left so just make a U-​Turn at Grand. It is across the street from Smart and Final.
Pro Tip 2: free tire rotation just ask for it.
Pro Tip 3: oil changes first come first serve.

Very trustworthy. I have been going there for 13 years. No issues or frustration whatsoever. No need to be suspicious if they recommend a fix or repair. They’re honest and hard working folks.

Been owning 10 year or more old cars all my driving days and known a lot of car repair shops but this the fastest, friendliest, honest place I been to. Not pushy and no scaring you of impending serious problems if things aren’t repaired. Only whats required for a safe car.

Strong Unilocal reviews originally brought me to these guys. My jeep with 177k didn’t pass smog, I was not able to figure out what was wrong. Don, (believe is the owner) is a knowledgeable guy that worked like hell to find the problem. It turns out it might not be cost effective to fix my problem. Very impressed with how Don runs his business, excellent communication, no B.S. and more than fair when he bills you. I will certainly return in the future.

I just moved to San Marcos and I needed some help with my daughter’s SUV right away. The Auto Guys gave me a detailed assessment of what work needed to be done and quoted me a fair price for the work. They also offered to give me a ride home. I highly recommend the Auto Guys!

I just can’t imagine ever trusting anyone else with my Lola girl. Our whole family brings any car problems to these men and I never have to question if I’m being scammed!
Superior work and excellent customer service.
I brought my Genesis in on a Saturday afternoon and she was up on the lift in 30 minutes!
Prices are average but it’s the quality of the work and whole experience that wins hands down!

Horrible customer service. Stopped in and they said it would be an hour and a half until they could do my oil change. Asked if I could get my car in line and go out for an hour and a half and come back and they said no they don’t take appointments and I would have to sit there in their horrible chairs in their horrible waiting room for the hour and a half to have my oil change done. Will definitely discourage anyone I know from taking their cars here.

Had a coupon for a deal on oil change, was in and out in just over 30 min.
The guy that helped me showed me a seal that he suggested replacing total cost for all of that was just $ 21 plus they filled up the low fluids, checked my brakes and transmission.

$ 45 out the door with coupon on an SUV with certificate included. Fast and quick didn’t take long with walk-​in.

I’m not sure if being a duchess of Auto Guys is a good thing. I have a 2005 Sentra so it is now 10 years old so I guess that explains my frequent visits. I don’t trust any other body shops but this place. Very woman friendly! I used to always rely on my dad because being a woman my age going into body shops with zero vehicle knowledge can definitely be expensive. I feel at ease knowing that these guys exists!!! Even small check ups like when the service engine light is such a breeze. They tell me what’s wrong and if it’s not urgent, they don’t force me to fix it immediately. They provide quotes to get your wallet prepared and they do not overprice. Best mechanics in town!

I was quoted $ 800 from mechanic right across the street, I was like wtf, I don’t have that kind of money. So I came to autoguys, they gave men a good price, finish the repair quickly and even washed and vacuum my car! I am no car expert, but from the service, its all worth it.

These guy are great. They are honest and respectful. My dealership mechanic said my brakes were real bad. They wanted $ 500 to do brakes and rotars. Auto Guys were going to charge half that price for the same work. They checked it out and my brakes are fine, they still have half a life left in them. They advised me of this and charged me nothing. Wow that’s honesty. I won’t be going back to the dealership.

Have been to their places four times and every visit was a pleasure. Honest guys, honest price. They had a free check up and gave me a price. No pressure and I then found their price was the best. Quality service, best price. Highly recommended.

I have had a lot of problems finding a mechanic I can trust. So, I decided to give this place a try. Don, who is the owner of the establishment I believe. Hes very detailed and he seems to truly care about his customers. I had to take my car in for a timing belt and water pump replacement, and also a 105k mile maintenance. I made an appointment with Don and he gave me an estimate on when the job would be done. not only did he call to give me updates on the progress of my car, he also went as far as getting it done sooner then the time estimated.
He was very upfront about the amount of money that it would cost to repair the car, what he quoted me was what I paid. He mentioned that since I was going in for a 105 k maintenance check that they could possible find other things wrong with the car, but would not fix anything until I gave the OK. He also went as far as PRIORITIZING all the things that needed to be done to car because I was on a tight budget.
Overall these guys are my new mechanics, they are honest, attentive, and really know what GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE IS. I will be coming back to these guys for as long as I live In San Marcos. I would recommend these guys to my friends and family, these guys are doing it right. Thanks again Auto Guys

These guys are great. Honest, reasonably-​priced and they work fast. They never push me on unnecessary services or try to upsell me. I trust them.
The «waiting room» isn’t fancy, but I’m sure you could find a nicer one at a more expensive mechanic.

Auto guys are the best! My car always runs better after their care. They call you first if they’re going to do a repair you didn’t agree upon. It also makes me feel better when they show me the broken part they removed from my car.

I have come here for about 2 years. They always have time for an oil change and allow me the same coupon special that I brought in two years ago. They give you updates on things your car will need without being pushy to fix them

Fast and friendly service. The man working is very accommodating and cares about your vehicle.

They are fast, efficient, and do not try to upsell you or push/​sell a bunch of random stuff on you. I’ve taken 2 – 3 cars here for various things, oil change, smog check, whatever. If you live close by, do not hesitate to have your car worked on here.