Took my wife's Toyota in for 100k service & Flushed radiator and changed transmission fluid.quick,…read morethe price was affordable.

I really tried to work with this company, I was taking 2 Toyota siennas to get them serviced, they…read more Seemed qualified and honest at first, then one of the vans had a cooling issue which they replaced the Ratiator, the radiator cap and overflow cap kept popping off because of pressure, I took it back several times (using all my AAA tows) they would say there was nothing wrong and send it back. I even talked to Nancy (the owner) who defended her mechanic Raul all the way and would not help, and she said the car needed to go to the junk yard, because it "likely" had a cracked engine block that nobody could see and know for sure. Therefore, I took a different mechanic "Oceanside Imports" in Oceanside, they said the radiator cap and overflow were compromised and did not create a seal and that was the issue, the only issue. Oceanside Imports replaced the Caps and now the car has been working fine for several months now, no more overheating issues, poor customer service from owner Nancy.

Services was great, ambiente was amazing, food was excellent and the drinks 100% recommended…read more We had an amazing experience for our first time. Greta was very attentive and asking around if we need anything.

I so badly wanted to give this shop a 5 star review and make them our go to shop for our 5 vehicles…read moreas well as referring to other families and friends, but unfortunately I am unable to in good conscious. I was pleased by their location. It was the most convenient of all in my area. The 2 stars I'm submitting is solely based on the 2 pluses I personally encountered. The initial contact I had with the shop via telephone was with an actual person whom answered the call; it wasn't an automated recording, making the customer feel the shop offers a more personalized service. The owner's involvement and attempt to make things right after lack of communication and untruths holds the value of the second Star. I scheduled my appointment with Bob for 830 am the following morning. I arrived on time and communicated the maintenance services I was hoping the shop could and would perform. Bob and I discussed the services and he provided me with an estimate focusing primarily (75%) on labor with an understanding there would be additional charges for parts that would be communicated later. I was not aware the cost of parts would NOT be presented to me until I picked up my truck and I was presented the final bill for the services performed on my truck. Bob told me at the time of drop off I would receive a phone call for the cost of parts (fluids) which I never did. The maintenance estimate for my truck was for 4 1/2 hours of labor. I left the shop at 9am after explaining I had to walk to and from my home (2 1/2 miles one way) for drop off and pick up and should any additional work or parts be necessary I would need to be called by 4 pm in order to arrive promptly by the time the shop closed to pick up my truck (5pm). Because I did not receive any calls by the agreed upon time of 4pm I started to walk to pick up my truck. While walking to the shop I received a phone call at 421 pm but due to the urgency to meet a timeframe and because I didn't recognize the phone number I did not stop to answer the call. I later learned it was Bob. When I arrived at the shop at 440 I was surprised to learn my truck was not ready for pick up. I was informed they weren't even halfway done with it ? Which meant only 2 of the 4 1/2 hours were completed. Bob told me he left a message that my truck was not completed and it would need to stay overnight, but in fact the message did not say that. Not that it matters at this point but his message only said he had some information about my truck and it was obvious they were going to hold it over til the following day. No mention of not being finished which could have meant because I was unreachable or because Bob thought I wouldn't make it to them on time they would hold it over. If my truck was not even halfway done by the time I arrived to pick it up at 440 I'm finding it hard to believe that no one knew before the voicemail Bob left for me at 421 that my truck would not be finished by closing. Basic math tells me otherwise. Leaving me with many unanswered questions that will never get answered. Perhaps I'm guilty of comparing "owners" "shop managers" "service writers" and "technicians" to my husband and son and I hold them accountable to similar work ethics. The buck stops with the business owner. To excuse yourself from the lack of communication and staff professionalism is wrong. Employees should be trained that every customer deserves the same time and treatment. My family and I appreciate the "discount" and the comp tire rotation. Unfortunately our final bill was still far more than discussed but will accept it as a learning experience and will demand prices for ALL parts And Labor be communicated by other shops prior to signing any agreement. Thank you Jason for offering a car rental but that wouldn't have done us any good if I needed to transport my husband in the 26 hours you had possession of my truck for 4 1/2 hours of labor. My truck isn't just a vehicle that can get me from point A to point B like any other vehicle. This truck is custom tailored for my husband's now disabilities and needs. It transports him, his motorized wheelchair and hoyer lift to and from places. I also appreciate the offer of a "ride" but that didn't make up for my time my energy and my trust and faith I lost in your shop. My hopes are to educate Any future customers They should definitely ask for a detailed cost estimate including labor AND all parts as to avoid any shock in any additional charges to their bill and hold the shop more accountable to communication. Lesson learned trust is earned and not given freely.

I am a former CASH Customer on Nikos Automotive Shop. Nikos Automotive Shop was originally called S…read moreand R Service Center before he changed the name to Nikos Automotive Shop. Niko's New Name for his Automotive Repair Shop is a Perfect Fit for him. I called Nikos Automotive Shop yesterday on Thursday, October 15, 2026 at 10 AM. I wanted to compare prices on this current Exhaust System Repair Issue in my Muffler System for my 1995 Honda Civic DX Coupe Car. I also wanted to hear what Niko would charge me for this Exhaust System Repair Issue in my Muffler on my car. Niko is a honest business person and he would give me a fair price. When I called Nikos Automotive Shop yesterday morning , Rachel his Receptionist answered my phone call. I asked Rachel , can I explain my Exhaust System Issue on my 1995 Honda Civic DX Coupe Car with her? Rachel said Yes. Rachel's voice was soft spoken and also she sounded very caring and concerned about my Exhaust System Issue on my car. Then Rachel the receptionist asked Niko, Does he Repair Exhaust Systems in welding specific areas on the muffler to keep the original part or can he order a new Axle Part for my 1995 Honda Civic DX Coupe Car? Rachel said that Niko doesn't do the Welding anymore in his shop for Exhaust System Issues and Niko doesn't order New Parts to replace a damaged part on a muffler. Niko needs to change his listing on his services saying that (He does service Auto. Exhaust System Issues on customers cars.) I don't have an Automotive Repair Shop right now but I am currently looking for an Honest, Reputable and Professional Automotive Repair Shop with Certified Technicians. Anyway, after Rachel explained to me that Niko the owner doesn't repair or replace Exhaust System Issues on my Muffler for my 1995 Honda Civic DX Coupe Car. I said okay and I will call other Automotive Repair Shops in San Diego, CA or in North County for Free Estimates. Rachel was very helpful and she said one of these Auto Repair Shops I had called previously sounded honest and legitimate and I should get my car serviced at their automotive repair shop soon. Then I said Thank You, Rachel. This review is about my experience with Rachel whose Nikos new Receptionist and it's also on me trying to get information on my Exhaust System Issue on my car.

After the catalytic converter got stolen from my Element, I got a new car under warranty and…read morestopped coming to Niko for repairs (that car, an Elantra, met an unfortunate end when I drove through a puddle and effectively killed the engine... terrible tin can of a car!). Flash forward to this year, and I am so happy to learn Niko has grown his business and moved to a bigger location! He has been helping me maintain my Forester and its CVT transmission (my husband told me not to get this car because of said transmission and I am determined to keep it alive for 200k miles). Niko and his team are honest and hardworking, and I am so proud to be back at this shop! I highly recommend them for any vehicle! Pros: - friendly, family-run - fair pricing - honest - Cons: -none really

We were traveling pulling our travel trailer to Oceanside for a few days, upon arrival our truck…read morewas making a weird noise and recognized it was coming from the transmission. Checked Yelp reviews and called Don. He understood our timeline and was very focused on getting our truck repaired. He's a RockStar in our book! Easy to talk to, excellent at communicating and managed to get us back on the road sooner than expected. His pricing is very fair. He truly cares about vehicle safety and his customers.

Took my Jeep with A/T in with a serious problem. You can be driving on the highway in the hills,…read moreand when you put it in manual mode, it will intermittently double or triple down-shift when you move the shifter, intending for a single gear downshift. At highway speeds, downshifting from 5th into 2nd gear can blow up your engine. Jeeps don't like 8000 RPM. They had my car for the day, and couldn't reproduce the issue in the .5 miles they drove on my car, then he called me on the phone at 3 pm and tried to tell me I don't know how to shift the car I've owned for 10 years. I told them fine, I'll come get it. I get there 60 minutes later, an hour before they close, and the doors are locked. They left early. They knew I was coming. They could have called, but didn't. Said they had an emergency. That was a lie... they answered their phone after hours with no emergency in their voice. You could see them inside. Tge Open neon sign facing Iceanside blvd was still lit. They just wanted to mess with me. They had my number. They could have told me they "had an emergency". Instead... I spent $15 in an uber getting from work to their shop after they called me, and told me I could come pick it up. Then I had to spend $25 to uber home after finding that out. Then I had to uber back in the morning for another $25. This place should be razed. They are totally worthless. I can prove every bit of this review. It will not be taken down. I was referred to them by Accurate Alignment who is awesome. I am also letting them know they should re-think their recommendation.

Great service!!…read more Ricky was very helpful, friendly & honest. I will definitely go back & have recommended several people for auto work.

Went in for oil leak and headlight wiring repair- Wonderful service! Very responsive via text! Very…read moreprompt work and thorough! Did additional services like changed cabin filter and spark plugs without increasing price after initial quote. Reasonable pricing, highly recommend!

I wouldn't go anywhere else to get my car taken care of. Nick displays quality, professionalism and…read moreknowledge in the work that has been put into my little box car. Plus the shop dog is pretty wonderful :). Event 1: I turn into a parking spot and my front bumper catches the lip of a curve; pulling it completely off. I took my car over to Nick (after a few weeks of trying to find time) and he explains what's going to happen and how long it take to get all the work done. After putting it into the shop, the car came back looking great! Nick also informed me of other things that needed to be taken care of (transmission fluid change) and what resources he had available. I'm not the savviest in car things but he was able to show me what was wrong and explain what the fluid should be like. Event 2: Went in this morning to get my transmission fluid changed. While out, Nick gave me a call and asked if I wanted my oil changed as well. After all the work, the car is running way more smooth.

Great service, quality assurance and educational info on my vehicle during my visit. Came in for an…read moreoil change, headlight bulbs replacement and a brake inspection all at an economical price. Nick was very thorough and transparent with his inspections and findings on my vehicle.

Art runs a good ship there. Took my corvette c5 with some odd quirky things that they couldn't…read morefigure out but did diagnose my AC leak and short-to-ground steering rack. Needs to back in for a bit more sorting but I was pleased with knowledge, responsiveness, and price. Will go back.

AAA towed our GM van here. Art quoted us $2200 for a lower intake gasket replacement and new…read morebrakes. Luckily the AAA tow guy referred us to Allen Auto nearby. We paid a total of $750 for the same work quoted by Art at GM Exclusives!

Recently had my car lowered and was needing an alignment, I was referred to Oceanside Motorsports…read more Great experience from start to finish, they did a full walk through with me regarding pricing, timing, and even set me up with a loaner for the day! Robert was an amazing advisor! the complimentary car wash & handwritten note were great gestures to great service! Will definitely be back!

CAUTION: Not trustworthy. I will never return. I wouldn't even send an enemy here. I don't like to…read morewrite negative reviews. But if I had trusted this shop, I would have given them between $2600-4000 for work that was NOT needed. First off, I was lured in by an Instagram ad that offered me a detail included with an oil change. Sadly, I learned this was too good to be true!!! This shop is not very close to me, so I took about a half day off work to go to this oil appointment, only to be told the marketing person "messed up" and it wasn't really a detail but just a car wash, but they would "do me a favor" and hook it up. Well, they didn't hook it up. I can wash my car far better than they did. And a detail? They didn't even vacuum or dust it. Ridiculous. Next, they tried upselling me at every turn (starting with the detail they tried to sell me until I reminded them it was supposed to be included). They did an "inspection" and quoted me for all kinds of work I didn't need and/or couldn't afford. A Cabin air filter I had just done myself weeks prior. Brakes another shop did 2 months prior. Then some suspension stuff that seemed serious (see pic) - which stressed me out for months, until I finally had saved $ to take it to another shop... (Because, NO WAY I was getting work done at this place after all of the red flags.) Well guess what? Just recently I took it to a different (actually trustworthy) shop. The owner put it on the rack. Came back in with an weird expression as if to say, "you're not going to believe this." I had no idea what was about to happen. I was dreading how costly it might be, as I had delayed the repair by months. He had me walk under my car with him to see these supposedly cracked and leaking tie-rod boots and other issues... and everything was IN PERFECT CONDITION. Which makes sense bc my car has only about 50k miles. So the second shop sent me away without paying a penny, and I'll be going back there to get my brake pads done when they're *actually* due to be done. Shops like Oside Motorsports are why we can't trust mechanics. It's truly sad. I can't imagine if I performed my job this way, trying to unethically take ppl's hard-earned money, just because my customers have little choice but to trust me. It's shameful.