Miramar Auto Repair - Japanese Auto Plus in
Rancho San Diego (CA)

Friendly shop, solid service, and reasonable prices. Knew exactly what to fix on my Toyota and had it done within a short time.

The team at Miramar was very professional and detail oriented with the engine work we had done. The car now runs great!

These guys are always thorough and helpful! Recently, I needed to get my catalytic converter replaced and needed to tow my car over to get the service done. They fit me in almost immediately with a diagnostic, kept me updated, and got the cat ordered/installed quickly. They’re my go-to when it comes to maintenance/fixes.

My car needed a BIG engine service and these guys walked me through everything and kept me updated with the process. Very trust worthy guys I’d 100% recommend

Came in for an alignment and they did an excellent job. The service was nice too. Recommend!

I’ve had great experiences with Miramar Auto Repair. The first time I went, I was in a difficult situation and they were very kind and helpful when I really needed it. This week I returned for an oil change and a brake check. They explained everything clearly and honestly, and told me I could wait a bit before changing the brakes instead of pushing unnecessary work. I really appreciate their transparency and professionalism. I’m very happy with the service and highly recommend them.

Great experience and efficient work. Completed an alignment in less time than expected and did not disappoint. Quality and honest work!

I can’t say enough good things about this team. Every experience I’ve had has been outstanding. They’re knowledgeable, transparent, and genuinely friendly. I’ve taken my Jeep Wrangler Rubicon in several times for inspections and repairs, and each visit has ended with excellent service and a perfectly running vehicle. If you want a mechanic you can truly trust, this is the place to go.

I highly recommend Mirmar Auto Repair if you have any car troubles I brought in my 93 LS400 and they quickly diagnosed my car and told me what was needed and gave me a really good price on my repairs, they also went above and beyond checking out other things with my car and giving me really useful knowledge, I will be bringing my cars here from now on.

Broke a spark plug off in my Honda. Apparently Honda torqued that spark plug to “never again.” Everyone else I spoke to wanted to take my engine apart. I called Jason and he was professional and straightforward over the phone — win #1. He clearly knew what he was talking about and had the very specific tools required for this kind of job that others didn’t — win #2. Most importantly, he was able to get the broken stuck spark plug out without taking everything apart, likely saving me a lot of money. He easily could have taken me down a more expensive road and didn’t. He charged exactly what he quoted and even changed out the last two spark plugs, which were also carbon welded in there by the gods. Honest, skilled, and respectful. I can’t recommend Jason at Miramar Auto Repair enough. Thanks, Jason!

Called, scheduled, and completed a last minute PPI for a vehicle I was interested in purchasing. Great expertise, was thorough with their inspection and were able to help any last minute questions I had about the inspection. Would highly recommend using Miramar Auto Repair

I had my suspension fixed there. Jason and Chris were very patient, friendly and professional. Their team fixed my car very quickly and also did extra inspection to ensure other things are in good shape. The price at the store is reasonable and they ofter 2 year warranty, which are another factor appealed to me. Jason waved the cost for me after the repair, saying that the repair is easy. This is the shop and team I'd like to work with in the long run and I'll recommend them to my friends.

If you are looking for a knowledgeable and honest mechanic don't look further! These guys are amazing. They will treat you like family and will make sure you are satisfied. Very reasonable prices. I will recommend them to my family and friends! Thanks!

Called in for a smog check while at dmv for registration. made a call to these guys were first to call about a smog check and pricing availability within an hour was walking out of their location with a pass of course thanks guys was an easy process.

These guys are great! Super nice, knowledgeable, organized, and they even give a detailed printout of specifically what they checked on the car with color coded labels to indicate what repairs are the highest priority. For a guy like me who has to save up to make big repairs, this is really helpful a few months down the road so I can remember what I need to get fixed. Thank you for the great service!

Good solid work this shop doesn’t work on things that aren't necessary and keeps it simple. Happy to have found them and recommend them to anyone who wants car maintenance done at a fair price.

I had a car door that wouldn’t open. At the same moment the tailgate also wouldn’t open. I didn’t think it could be fixed for a reasonable price so I just left it like that for months. But then, because we have a family road trip coming up, I brought it in for repair. I am pleased to announce that it’s as good as new. And it didn’t break the bank either.

Great shop, did a great job and diagnosed my car quickly, had to call a couple of times for updates but as soon as they were able to update me they did and explained everything clearly and did not try to BS me. Staff was very friendly and patient with me even if i called them excessively. Prices are fair considering it is California, would definitely recommend.

I recently visited Miramar Automotive for the first time, and I couldn't be happier with my experience. The team was incredibly professional and attentive to my service needs. I highly recommend them to family and friends for any automotive work. Andre, the owner, always greets you with a smile, which adds a personal touch to the visit. Overall. Also not to forget even Ariel enjoyed the cool AC in the waiting area:)

Excellent service, highly recommend. Thorough inspection and diagnostic testing. Honest reports on current parts conditions, not trying to sell me anything extra or unnecessary. Employees are knowledgeable, patient and reliable. They took the time to show me exactly what was going on with my vehicle, kept me informed during repairs, and were patient in letting me explain what issues I was having with the car (auto mech is NOT my strong suit). Estimates were fair and well-advised, prioritizing safety repairs, with recommended future repairs for preventive maintenance. I'm set to move across the country next month, so they were understanding in my request for a detailed inspection. That way I know what to expect for the leftover repairs over on the east coast. This is the only shop I'd take my car to around here with how well they did. Honest. Detailed. Informative. Awesome work, guys!

Andre and his team led by Chris and Jason are the best! They all communicate on estimates, status of repair and when my vehicles are going to be ready. Pricing is very reasonable and fair with often mitigation options regarding things that need to be repaired/replaced now and items that can hold off until the next visit. I've been going to Miramar Auto Repair for 5+ years for both my Toyota's and will continue to look forward to enjoying this A++ establishment. Thank you Andre!

Best Auto Repair experience I can think of. Called ahead one day and Chris got me in the next day. Took care of my AC issue at a very reasonable cost much lower than I expected. This was a 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition to my request to repair the AC, they did an overall check of the vehicle and made some recommendations for future maintenance. Planning on being back.

This is a wonderful place! I decided to take my brand new ITS here. They seriously took amazing care of my car and I. From the front, to the mechanic, the customer service, to the labor, everything was absolutely memorable in the best way (we all know is extremely rare these days!). This is where I will go because of how awesome my vehicle and I were treated. Thank you everyone here!! -Bryce

Fantastic experience! Had an urgent issue with my trailer connection not working and needed it fixed ASAP as I’m hauling a trailer cross country. The team here got me in as soon as I pulled up and figured out the electrical issue pretty quick (as most of you know electrical issues can be very time consuming and time was one thing I did not have). Anyways they got it fixed and got me back on the road! Thanks Miramar Auto and shout out to Jason and the other mechanics that helped get me back on the road! You guys are awesome!

(Long review incoming - my overall point is that I would 100% recommend this place!) So I know absolutely nothing about cars. I get my oil changed and make sure the lights work and that’s it. I have to be able to put my full trust in a mechanic to do what’s best for my wonderful crappy little car since I don’t know what’s going on - and the techs at Miramar Auto Repair really earned my trust. I worked mainly with Jason for the scheduling and quote, and he was a very professional and nice guy. He showed me extreme patience and kindness. He never made me feel bad for asking rudimentary car questions, and answered all my concerns thoroughly. He explained what was going on with my car (spoiler alert: if you never take your car to an auto shop for over a decade even though you drive it everyday there is going to be A LOT wrong with your car) and broke down the costs for me. What I truly appreciated about Jason’s style was that he ranked the fixes in order of 1.) immediately urgent safety fixes that need to be done before you drive this car again 2.) urgent, but can wait a few months and 3.) let’s do these once you’ve had a chance to save up a bit. This gives me the space to plan and get my money together while I slowly repair my vintage (doesn’t that sound better than ‘old as hell’?) car. Jason also gave me space to hang up the phone and process after the quote without any trace of annoyance or impatience towards me. When I called back to confirm the service, he was upbeat and friendly and they got to work quickly! This is how mechanics earn my trust - transparency, patience, and understanding. And based on what I’ve seen on google/other car shops in the area’s prices, I think the prices are very fair here. The customer service here was excellent, Chris checked my car in/out and he was very friendly and professional as well. I will be taking my car here again for the other recommended fixes, and the drive home after today’s repairs was the smoothest drive I have had in forever. 10/10! ((One final thought I wish to share for anyone who is reaching the end of my novel here - I wonder how many of the one star reviews for this place were left by people who were irrationally angry for a problem that could’ve been resolved if they approached the mechanics here like people *because they are literally human beings* instead of treating them like crooks who are trying to scam them. I witnessed two customers come in while I was waiting and they were so effin’ rude to the mechanics for what appeared to just be an easily solvable miscommunication if they hadn’t kept rudely interrupting and raising their voices at the mechanics who were trying to help. I understand money is stressful and I hate living in a capitalistic hellhole as much as everyone else, but no amount of money is worth yelling at another human being over. So maybe next time, what if instead of yelling at a mechanic and leaving a one star review, what if you took a deep breath and remembered that the people in the auto shop want the same thing you do: to have your car fixed! So stop fighting against people who are on your side! Okay, rant over. I’ll get off my soap box.))

Thank you to Miramar Auto for helping me with an old S2000. Suspension feels great, and all the service you guys provided was very reasonably priced for the level of care and work performed. Also very much appreciate the additional recommendations on where to go for troubleshooting the stereo / dash electricals. My son loves going for drives in the S2K!

I first came to Japanese Auto Plus in 2019 after my '07 Xterra had to be towed from the side of the 15. I planned to go to a AAA shop, but my tow truck driver recommended these guys and I thought I'd give them a try. Best mechanic I've ever worked with- these guys are honest, fair, and work incredibly hard to get your car working right for a reasonable price. Over the past two years they have done various repairs and tune ups, and in February 2021 my engine finally failed and I was worried my car was headed for the pick-u-part lot. That weekend Andre and the team found a new engine on Friday, drove up to LA and picked it up on Saturday, and installed it on Sunday. By Monday my car was functional again. That is some amazing service! Even if I moved away from San Diego, I would still come back here to get my car worked on. I cannot give these guys enough credit, bring your car here and see for yourself!