Gary's Auto Service is a trusted, family and veteran-owned auto repair shop that has been serving Santee and East County San Diego since 2000. They are ASE-certified and experienced in working on both foreign and domestic vehicles. The shop offers a wide range of services, including oil changes, brake repairs, engine diagnostics, and tire installations, handling everything from routine maintenance to complex repairs. Customers appreciate their honesty, transparency, and fair pricing, often mentioning that they trust Gary and his team completely. Many reviews highlight the shop’s quick and reliable service, such as helping customers on the same day with engine issues or fixing classic cars like a 1971 Ford Maverick with expert skills. The shop also offers military discounts as a thank you to active and veteran military personnel. Customers consistently praise the technicians for their professionalism, friendliness, and advanced knowledge, often saying it beats dealership service and that they would never go anywhere else. With a reputation built over years of honest and quality work, Gary's Auto Service remains a go-to place for vehicle care, earning lifelong customer loyalty and high recommendations.
Gary’s auto service is a fair, honest shop. Jose at the front desk was able to answer all of my questions about my vehicle and was a great help, and the mechanics worked quickly to resolve my issues. Highly recommend, it’s the only place I’ll take my car.
June 2025
Simply the best, better than the rest! Honest, professional, superior technicians with advanced knowledge. Beats the dealership hands down. The only place I will EVER take my car.
May 2025
The mechanic helped me the same day, I had issues with my engine misfiring while on a road trip and Gary's auto was able to help me get on my way quickly. Thank you!!
