A couple years ago, my friend's family recommended Henry's Auto Repair to me after I was struggling to find affordable, quality services for my car. Since then, I have relied on Henry's Auto to do various oil changes, brake work, AC repairs, engine work, etc. and I will go to Henry's as long as I live in San Diego. It's a 20 minute drive for me and I have several local auto shops closer to me but my choice is Henry's Auto Repair. Brian, the owner, is efficient, friendly, and honest. As many reviews have stated, Brian will NOT do any unnecessary work and will always make sure to call, give a break down on the absolute necessary work that needs to be done and gives you a reasonable price. My last car was a 2006 Subaru with chronic issues and Brian's rates were consistently better in comparison to other shops every single time. Throughout the process of repairing my cars, he has called me, given me updates, and double checked with me of any unexpected extra charges he might have to add based on the repair process. I sincerely trust this business and feel comfortable just dropping off my car and receiving the bill later. I know I won't be scammed or taken advantage of and my car is in great hands. I would recommend Henry's Auto Repair to anybody in San Diego even if it's not located in your neighborhood. It's definitely worth it. read more

He is all business I like that Also, he was recommended to me by two women. They did an amazing job for me. And a very fair price.

Brian is the mechanic that I always take my car too thanks to my Auntie for taking me to him. Yes very nice and prices could save you a lot more than expected ed read more

Both my mom and I have been taking our cars to Brian for well over a decade, and he is really the only person I trust to not try and rip me off (especially as a woman). Recently, I took my car to a different place (just to ask them to run the code because my own code reader was not giving me the code). The other shop owner mansplained to me how Mercedes are more difficult to diagnose and repair than other cars (as if I haven't owned a Mercedes for a decade and don't know anything about cars) and wanted to charge me $185 to run the codes. I obviously left and took it to Brian (I only took it to the other guy to run the code as I was driving by). Brian ran the code immediately at no charge, did not mansplain anything to me (and never does), and explained that his own code reader was not picking up the code because there was an electrical issue, so I would need to leave the car for a few hours on a different day for him to diagnose the problem. We worked out a time for me to bring the car back, I did, and Brian's guy figured out the issue. They made the repairs, I took the car home, and then, I drove somewhere that evening and the check engine light came back on. Brian told me to bring it back, and he looked into the issue and fixed it same day at no extra charge. Pros: 1. Brian is fair and trustworthy. He will not rip you off. 2. Brian is the kind of guy who values good customer service. If you are one of his customers that he knows, he will often do tiny, fast things for you for free that other places would charge for. 3. Brian can do any kind of maintenance on luxury cars. 4. Brian is fast. 5. Can pay by card. Notes: 1. Every time you talk to Brian, it will sound like it's the busiest day of his life and seem kind of chaotic, but that's because he's good, and because he's good, he is very busy. You may also need to call and kind of check in with him on your car. When I call, I also say my name everytime because I have no idea if he has caller ID, and when I say my name, I'm always impressed/shocked he remembers who I am because I'm sure so many people go to him for their cars! 2. Because things with Brian are done a little more informally, the service done there will not show up on your Carfax report like it would if you took it to a dealership. 3. You won't get your car back with a car wash like you would with more expensive places/dealerships, but you are also paying way less, so to me, that is worth it. I can drive my car through the car wash myself with the money I'm saving! I 12/10 recommend Brian for anyone looking for a trustworthy place to get their car fixed. read more

I have been bringing my car to Henry's for almost 2 years now. Historically I have had issues of trust with mechanics, after 2 years with Henry's, Brian, the manager is extremely trustworthy and fair. The best mechanic I have ever dealt with, and I have met a few. I highly recommend this auto shop. I would say it is the best in San Diego. Try it for yourself. You won't be dis appointed. read more

This place is great! Price is good, doesn't feel like they're trying to sell you more than you want/need and I've never had to go back for an issue with the same problem, they do good work, would def recommend! read more

Save your money and go elsewhere. Came in for a check engine light, they insisted on changing my front axel that didn't need to be fixed. Apparently they did a "smoke test" & changed the cap for the engine oil. AGAIN all this unnecessary && they did NOT fix the check engine light. They advised they didn't know what the problem was and if they can keep the car for a few days to run more test..... horrendous experience with unnecessary repairs. Long story short I went to a mechanic shop in Barrio Logan that was recommended from a friend. Within 2 hours the new shop diagnosed the problem and fixed the check engine light. If I can rate this place 0 stars I would! HIGHLY Do NOT Recommend this place. Save your money and go to Guzman's Auto Repair on South 29th St read more

My usual smog place recommended this spot. This shop was able to perform the smog and pass. My only issue was the lack of care that this shop treated my car with. The guy who drove my car crashed it into the side of their garage leaving the light blue paint of their garage onto my bumper. Fortunately, there wasn't any new visible damage besides the (vibrant baby blue) paint transfer in the attached photo. What struck me the wrong way was the guy just pretended nothing happened. Another customer waiting behind me watched it all happen and we were both shocked. It looks like they fix cars well but I was very disappointed in the treatment of my vehicle even if it's an old car. While I was waiting for my smog I was watching the guy they had driving the customers cars, he would keep the drivers door propped open and leave his leg just hanging out so that he could exit the car quickly. The whole situation felt very surreal to me and I didn't want to make a big deal. Maybe they had an off morning. Hopefully your experience is better and much more professional. The staff seemed very kind and knowledgeable though. read more

Henry's Auto Repair - Paint Transfer on Bumper - Smog Check Stations Near Me - San Diego, California

Jaguar/Cadillac/Bentley owner he's service 9 cars Every man has his favorite go to shop. This has been mine after trying other most highly recommended shops. Over 40 years I've never been disappointed. Brian and his team cross all the T's and Dots all of the i's. Friendly Honest, QUALITY! Reasonable, Timely. Both locations read more

please do not go here!! I had my alternator fixed at this place a few days ago & they supposedly "ordered the wrong part" and tried to charge me A EXTRA 90$ because they made a mistake this place is a scam please take your business elsewhere!! They have no idea what they are doing !! read more

I just want to say thank you to Brian. He is such an excellent person. Getting my vehicle fixed and getting it in and out. I do appreciate everything he do. I'm a breast cancer survivor still going with issues, but every time I have an issue with my vehicle, he gets it all done on the same day. So I just want everybody to know that when you go to this place. Henry's auto-repair. Brian got your back. read more

Great place Brian and staff are Amazing oil change and quick repair in abt 30 minutes ,cost was Great Too ,Highly recommend! read more

Henry's Auto Repair - Repair and Ready - Smog Check Stations Near Me - San Diego, California

This is the only shop our family will ever take our vehicles. Brian that runs the place is incredible. From the very first time we visited over 10yrs ago, he was straightforward and honest, he's never tried to push any unnecessary repairs and has always done impeccable work for a very reasonable price. We live in North County now and still take our vehicles to Brian and the guys at Henry's Auto Repair. My parents even go as far as to schedule their repairs for when they come in from out of town because they would rather take their cars here. I honestly could not recommend them more. read more

Excellent service and work! Brian and his team are so nice, respectful, and helpful. Its very impressive how everyone works. They work as a team and get the work done. Needed a new headlight. Ordered it on Monday and light was here by Tuesday. Only took them 40min to install. The light was amazing. The work they did is impressive. Highly recommend! read more

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We came in (circled the block a few times because of my anxiety) around 8am (opening time) then finally pulled in. Right then the shop owner walks to the car and says, "That noise? You want it fixed?" The magic words! He quickly pulled it in to assess and told us it would be ready today and what the issue was, as well as how much. 8:15 we were out of there, to finish up the day. 5pm I was back at the shop picking up my car! Never have I ever had such great service, quick, convenient, efficient, and best of all, reasonable pricing! I recommend this shop! P.S - check out the amount of reviews from women, that should tell you what you need to know. Because it's not easy dealing with mechanics in our shoes. ‍ read more

I mean , first thing first EXPENSIVE, for it to be faulty, Took my car to another LEGIT mechanic and was charged less and told me the repair they did was no good, went back , couldn't get a refund was rude about trying to fix it, now do I trust him to do it again? Hell no. Couldn't even get refunded for ATLEAST the part, ( I totally understand not getting refunded the labor) but not even for the part, I had to pay someone else. Paid almost 1k for something that can be done for $300-$500 with someone better , not worth it. took the L and left. read more

Henry's is my go to for auto repair. Brian is honest and I have saved thousands of dollars bringing my car to him and his staff. Henry's auto is also fast. They won't let your car sit there for days on end with no one working on it. I've had major issues addressed and gotten my car back within the week.I won't go anywhere else. read more

Very crooked place put a soft thermostat in my car under orders of people trying to get my rare vw also charged me 70 dollars to put a tail light bulb in I have talked with more then a few people about that shop none good I don't recommend it at all read more

Brain makes your feel like he's your personal mechanic. Prices are good and the service is quick.

Very efficient automotive repair shop.Reasonably pricing fast repair 5-star highly recommend

I've been coming to this shop for years. Family owned and trusted. I got my suspension, ac, oil change, and started replaced here and their prices are the best! Their work is great and my turn around time was crazy fast (2 days). Brian is very helpful and he was very honest with me on what I needed to change and what can wait. I will be coming back to get my next maintenance done. read more

Brian is really good and he does good work great customer service my family has been using this shop for years read more

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As a young woman, finding an auto shop that is honest and not just trying to take your money is hard. I take my 2018 Volvo to Henry's and always feel confident that I'm getting what I need and not hassled to buy things I don't. My oil change is only about $90 and takes 30 minutes while at the dealership is about $250. read more

Brian and his guys are awesome. We'd give them 10 stars if we could! We've been going to Henry's for years and it's because Brian is dependable and honest. No BS, just straight to the problem to get you back on the road. They always "save the day". read more

I'll give it a 3 stars just cus Henry is a really cool guy. Ok so I took my Camaro in to get fixed up because it was making a noise. He tells me he'll fix the problem. Then after I go pick up my car it's still making that same noise. After I paid for another thing to get fixed that WASN'T where the noise was coming from. So I pretty much paid for a misdiagnosis and the problem my car had is still there. /-: read more

Brian and his team do a great job with my cars. I have been bringing my 1996 4Runner for many years and recently brought my daughters' Camry for service. Very pleased. read more

Fast service, affordable price. Brian and his team (family owned) work amazingly efficient and great. I have been taking my cars to his shop to maintain, fix 10 yrs and plus, will def recommend family and friends to go there. read more

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wow super bad customer service who ever answerd the phone at 3:32 Thursday the 11th of this month I asked him if he could release the pressure from my Toyota matrix 2009 and fill it up with ac again he said just do it your self release the presure I told him I can't do that its bad for the invirment he said I can't help you but I can look at it for $90 I said this is what I need to be done and he hang up on my face wow I have never experienced a person with this bad customer service before i dont recommend anyone to use this place and should be shut down for telling me to release the ac valve my self into the air wow I can't believe this ". read more

The service is prompt, the pricing is the lowest I've experienced. The assessments are honest and straightforward. If your car dosen't need it they won't add it. I'm greatful for this establishment. read more

I had a good experience with this business. Had an oil leak repaired and had a coil and 6 spark plugs replaced recently on my 2010 BMW 535i. They were good at keeping me informed after I dropped my car off to be analyzed for repair. They called me quickly with an estimate after running a diagnostic and explained what was wrong with my car. I had my car back in two days and ran as good as new. Quality work at a fair price and outstanding customer service. I recommend this business to anyone needing car repair. read more

honest work!! Brian runs this business efficiently. my grandpa, my aunt, my mom, my sister and myself have all brought our cars here for work. Thanks, Brian and the mechanics, for doing a great job every time! He doesn't charge for every little thing like the other shops that I've experienced. He takes a look at my car and tells me exactly what needs fixed. I'm a college student and he definitely did his best to work around my budget. Finally, a trustworthy and reliable mechanic shop! read more

If I can give this shop 10 stars I would! I have no idea how anyone could give this place a bad review! Brian and his grew of men will do a fantastic job on your car old/new whatever kind of car you have this shop will do trustworthy job and extremely fair pricing, you can't Get their pricing anywhere! Brain is an amazing manager and runs this place very well! It's busy and always fast pace it's well worth every penny you spend here! If you need a trustworthy auto repair place this is IT!!! Don't go anywhere else! #facts! I have been coming here well over 15 years and now that my kid is driving we trust him with my child car as well! If you can trust a person with your kids car then you know you don't have to go anywhere else! read more

WORST MECHANIC EXPERIENCE!!! Do not come here! Made us pay A LOT and didn't even repair the car. They are scammers and just want your money. They won't fix your car and will only ask for money. This place needs to be shut down. Worst mechanic and management experience!!! read more

This place is great... I have another guy that does my small repairs but when I need someone like here I come here...

Really fair price on timing belt change. Very accommodating too despite being very busy. They finished my car within two days, and this looked like it was during a really busy time. read more

My 2007 Audi needed the motor mounts changed so I took it a couple of places to get a quote on it... And Brian at Henry's was able to fix it for the best price in town !! Same day service ! They say that an honest mechanic worth his weight in gold ! Lucky I found one ... read more

Henry's Auto Repair - Smog Check Stations Near Me - San Diego, California

Took my car there for a diagnostic, the lady's t the desk seemed not interested, told me to come back the next day that they were too busy. Came back the next day had my car diagnosed, was given no answer to the problem with my car , just a overview of what I already knew. Charger me $60 for nothing I could've done myself. read more

Henry's Auto Repair repair place really knows his job I come here all the time when my car needs fixing the people here are perfect they do their job and also they respect you and they have a big smile on their face when they greet you they're really polite they let you know what they're doing to your car read more

I've taken 2 cars here great work everytime definitely recommend this shop!!! Got my Cooper runnin like a champ!!!!!

Dealing with this auto repair shop is frustrating. Being a retired technician myself, I only need certain things done that is necessary in a shop but they do not treat my concerns with urgency because I do not require all of their abilities. They appear to be prejudiced against people not needing to or willing to spend large quantities of money. They even refused to service my vehicle, stating they did not want to be arguing with me about my customer requests for service to my brakes which only needed flushing and refill. A simple and inexpensive process that they refused. I was insulted and hurt expressing trust for Henry while he disregarded my request and requested I leave and go someplace else. Shameful! Being a technician is a position of servitude being skilled at helping others who can't help themselves. I'm thoroughly and totally insulted and I hope they change their behavior. By the way, I took my vehicle to Midas and they were more than happy to honor my request, and give me the results of their inspection for a low price. read more