My go-to for anything car related. I would always take my 2013 Dodge Dart for engine-related issues and more. Now, whenever my 2015 Kia Optima needs to be checked, I look to book an appointment at Jovenal Autoworks. Easy to contact and book appointments, responsive, great service, and reliable. I can always go to Jovenal Autoworks to get the job done! read more

The ONLY place I am taking my s2000 from now on. Jonathan went above and beyond on my car. I needed a new clutch on my Honda s2000 since it was the original clutch and I'm going turbo. Came all the way from LA since I heard great things from a friend of mine. You can tell just by the way they do things here that they care about the cars they work on and coming from someone who's super OCD about cleaning every nook and cranny when I take something apart, Jonathan was pretty much the same. I mean just look at the photos!!! Also he was able to finish some other jobs the week prior so luckily it was a one day turn around, even better and just goes to show how hard working this shop is. Thank you so so much for your time and I will definitely be back. Highly recommend!!! read more

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My BMW had issues with the air conditioning and as hot as this summer has been, I needed to get it fixed immediately. I originally took it into the dealership but they wanted to charge me $$$$ to get it fixed.. (should have known better to begin with but i'm a stickler for all original parts) after reviewing some autoshops I decided to go with Jovenal Autoworks. Jonathan was friendly and very helpful and even provided a loaner vehicle for use until the bmw was finished. I took the car in to run diagnostics. Jonathan diagnosed the problem quickly and even sent video of the problem with an explanation of what happened. The car was dropped off at 8am and was ready for pick up by 2pm the same day. Professional & Honest service is hard to come by now a days especially with autoshops in general. Very glad I found this autoshop. read more

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It's an absolute pleasure working with Jonathan. He takes great care of our Honda vehicle no matter what it needs. I definitely recommend Jovenal Autoworks for all your service needs. Especially if you drive a Honda or Acura and have a goal to increase performance or the vehicle need restoration. This is Jonathan's area of expertise. read more

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Jonathan has been my main mechanic for 4 years. He temp. Closed his shop and boy do we miss his expertise! Honest, diligent and effective in diagnosing and fixing mechanical problems for all four vehicles I've brought to him. read more

Jonathon is seriously the best mechanic I have ever had. He has integrity which is hard to find in any business. He will diagnose and send you information about your automobile quickly with an explanation of everything that he has done and what your car needs, along with an written estimate. Do not hesitate to call Juvenal Autoworks for all your automotive repair needs! read more

I am so happy to finally have an honest auto mechanic! This is probably my most positive car repair experience I've had. I came to Jovenal Autoworks for a second opinion after visiting another shop closer to me that I felt was trying to take advantage of me. I needed my A/C fixed, motor mounts replaced, and rear brakes/rotors. Instead of suggesting the most costly and extreme A/C repair like the previous mechanic I talked to did, Jonathan accurately diagnosed the problem and was able to fix it at a fraction of the price. I had already purchased my motor mounts quite some time ago and Jonathan was willing to install the parts I already had. I asked him to check my brakes and he stated that only my rear brakes/rotors needed to be replaced at this time. I appreciate the fact that Jonathan only suggests repairs that the car actually needs. When my car was complete, Jonathan also let me know that he changed the battery in my key fob because when I brought it in it was dead. I thought this was extremely kind and thoughtful. I will definitely be bringing my car back here the next time it needs some work and I will be recommending this shop to my family and friends. Thanks Jonathan and team!! read more

First of all, if you are hesitant on coming to this guy, don't be, just go and see what he can do for you. He values your car even or actually more like it was his! It doesn't matter if it's your old beat up car, or your race/weekend car. I was very well shocked to what this young, very well educated and last but not least HONEST mechanic did to get my car fixed. Communication was very excellent, told me as soon as he diagnosed and found what was wrong with it. In a timely manner, I got my car fixed quicker than what is "amazon prime"in this current coronavirus crisis. As a car enthusiast he went far beyond what I expected, he even cleaned the parts that I didn't think of even cleaning myself. Jonathan has all the equipment, and I highly, highly recommend this guy because he'll do whatever it takes to get your car fixed or even close to running like new! If you find someone that values your car or even yourself, then you're in excellent hands! Apart from other shops where I've got my cars fixed, Jonathan has a premium service with affordable price, very transparent mechanic, excellent communication about what's going on with your vehicle, and very clean and well maintained shop. Check out the shop car, it goes to show you, how well a car guy's interior tells a whole lot on how he works and finishes his job. I appreciate your kindness and awesome service, keep thriving in your business God bless! read more

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A+++ Do not let these young men fool you, they are very experienced and really knowledgeable! Jonathan is very honest, and isn't the type to up-sale you! Jovenal autoworks is my go to, and trusted mechanic! I do not hesitate to drop their name when ever someone asks me if I know a mechanic. He recently installed hydro bumpstops on my truck! Welded up some brackets to make it work, and it came out great!! Do NOT think twice about going to Jovenal Autoworks read more

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I've known Jonathan for a long time now. I'm pretty handy myself, but for the jobs that I simply can't handle, he's my go-to guy. He's professional with his work. He's up front and honest with you. He won't oversell you stuff that you don't need. He's always on time and always tries to go above and beyond with his work. From engine, suspension, and to fabrication work, he can do it all. Just him up, set up an appointment, and he'll take care of you. read more

I have been taking my vehicles to Jovenal Auto Works for several years. Everything you are reading about Jonathan is absolutely spot on. He is a 10 star mechanic who gives ten star service. His integrity and competence is seemingly irreproachable. He provides a quality of workmanship and friendly sincere service that you hear older people say ... "used to be". read more

I needed the brake pads and rotors replaced in my 2015 Tacoma, so I paid my first visit to Jovenal Autoworks and had a great experience. I was referred by a friend who is a major car person. He let me know the owner, Jonathan, is really good at what he does and has extremely fair pricing. I gave Jonathan a call. He was super easy to work with and was able to give a quote and schedule a day to bring my truck in right away. When I brought my truck in, Jonathan and his coworker were super professional and friendly. They gave me a time estimate for repair (which he nailed) and a loaner car so I could drive to work. Jonathan seems like he really cares about cars and his customers. I will be definitely using Jovenal Autoworks again. read more

Had Johnathon do some custom work to my camber bolts and it came out just how I wanted. Couldn't be more happy. Will be coming back in the future! read more

Can't say thank you enough to the owner /mechanic jonathan! My rims were missing lugnuts and the studs were stripped. He took care of it within the same day, and threw in an oil change that was due just because it was already on the lift. He is trustworthy & extremely affordable. This will be my new go to mechanic. Thanks again! read more

As a euro enthusiast I have been coming to Jonathan for about the last five years for all of my automotive projects, this man came from humble beginnings with his business and is honestly always the most patient and easy to work with individual when it comes to one of the most frustrating aspects of life.. Your car. He has helped me with things as simple as routine oil changes all the way up to custom fabrication on my E90 M3 and I have nothing but positive experiences at his shop. Over the years I have brought Jonathan some pretty off the wall projects and was never met with any resistance whatsoever when it came to the complexity of the job, when I come to pick up my car (he knows I adore my vehicles) he walks me through the install process on the task at hand and breaks it down so that you can actually learn and walk away knowing you had quality work done for your money, HE EVEN HAS A LOANER VEHICLE! How cool is that?! My most recent project I brought to Jonathan was a valvetronic exhaust on my M3, something that isn't to to common for this model and without a hitch we got it installed promptly and on time and he even works with me around my work schedule being in the military. I have referred countless friends to his shop over the years and they all also have nothing but good things to say and smiles on their faces when we go over the new parts installed in typical car guy discussions. Jonathans level of knowledge is a lost art in today's automotive industry I cannot tell you how many times I have personally had a situation or a friend or family member with an issue and my first response is always "Jovenal Autoworks on Miramar road". I would never endorse anyone who did anything less than exceptional work and this man is it. He stocks several of the parts I may need to get the job done and if he doesn't he knows exactly where to get them to get me taken care of, truly a blessing. read more

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Look, I am PICKY about who works on my car. The first time I needed to bring it to a professional I researched for days. Jonathan was recommended by a friend and I'm really glad he was. My experience has been nothing short of perfect. He keeps me up to date on what's going on, will explain the work, and goes out of his way to make sure you're taken care of. His prices are extremely fair and you can tell the guys in his shop look up to him. His shop will continue to be my safety net when I inevitably break more parts. read more

If you want honest, trustworthy, and quality of work, come here! He stands behind his work, literally. I don't even bother asking for quotes from other shops because he has never tried to sell me something I don't need. I have been going to Jonathan since his garage days at the house and now has successfully opened his own shop! Recently I had starter issues on my Accord and after bringing it in he confirmed that the starter was bad. He had it replaced the same day with an aftermarket starter and I was on my way. Three days later the car wouldn't start AGAIN, but this time the car was located 30 mins from the shop. Contacted Jonathan right away and he insisted on DRIVING to my house to diagnose/fix the issue AFTER shop hours before trying to tow it back. When he arrived, he instantly found out that the teeth of the aftermarket starter had broken off! Jonathan went to work in front my house and switched out the starter with a Denso (higher quality) one FREE of charge in the middle of the night! Works like a charm now! If you're not receiving this type of customer service at the shop you're going to (especially from the owner), then you're at the wrong shop! read more

I brought my 2011 Lexus IS250 for an oil change along with labor to install brake pads, rotors, and steel brake lines because I had provided the parts myself. He is very organized and detailed. Great prices! I was recommended by a few friends and decided to give him a try. He is very professional, friendly, and clean! I would highly recommended. read more

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I was at the gas station next door and my battery died, I was late for work, I began running around asking if anyone had jumper cables - no one did. I walked up to Jonathan (owner of Jovenal Autoworks) and asked him if he had any jumper cables and he said no but my shop is right here, I can grab my jumper box and come right back. Thank you Jonathan!!! YOU ROCK!!! I would recommend Jonathan and Jovenal Autoworks to anyone - see Jonathan, fast, efficient and if very knowledge! read more

Having my '08 Mercedes C300 for 13 years, I've been to a lot of different dealerships and local mechanics to get services done for my car. I brought my car to Jonathan's recently for a multitude of issues and definitely would recommend Jonathan's service over the dealership and other mechanics any day. Jonathan was able to solve and diagnose the many things wrong with my car including clearing old codes that were messing with the performance of my car and replacing my damaged and old radiator. Besides that, there were problems I knew I had already but it was nice to get a double confirmation from him that the issue really exists and what his advisement is. He was especially excellent in articulating what these issues meant as well as answering in depth any questions I had. Compared to the other places I felt 100x more reassured here. read more

Brought in my car that wasn't starting (got it jumped just earlier) and assumed it was a bad battery, but Jonathan took a look at it and cleaned it and said that I didn't need a new battery, but that it was just corroded from some leakage. If he had said I needed a new battery I would have been none the wiser and gone with his recommendation, but instead he was honest and professional and didn't even charge me for his time. Overall Jonathan is extremely professional and honest, and I would definitely recommend his services to anyone needing any work on their car. read more

I have been going to Jonathan for all of my auto needs since his shop opened up. Straight up honest guy and will take care of you. He will give you an in depth explanation on anything you need pertaining to your car problems. read more

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VERY honest and trusty car mechanic! I am SOO thrilled to have finally found a reliable car mechanic. Jonathan helped me with numerous car issues and has never failed. He's helped me prep my car for a smog test, inspection (bc I had a check engine light on) & helped me with my driver seat. My driver seat issue was the most impressive one: The issue was, my driver seat was pushed/stuck to its furthest distance from the wheel/pedals --I'm a very short lady-- So I was unable to drive comfortably, I had to drive with 2 pillows on my back to reach the pedals/wheel. So... I had asked if he can fix it, and sure enough he was able to! There was a car part that was needed, luckly, he's got WELDING CAPABILITIES!! He took my car apart and started welding, I wish I took pics, it was super cool :( Anyways he fixed it right away, and I was finally able to shift my car forward/backwards at anytime to my liking. I can finally reach the pedals now! :) #shortgirlprobs Jonathon has creative problem solving skills and has the "thinking outside the box" mentality. WE LOVE IT!!! read more

5 Star Service!!! We were referred to Jovenal Autoworks by a friend when our car was having issues and couldn't have received a better referral! Jonathan is great! He meets all the expectations you'd want from a mechanic - honest, knowledgeable, affordable prices & great customer service. Their turn around time getting you in for either a quick inspection or for an appointment is impressive. I highly recommend this shop and will always refer them! read more

Jonathan runs a clean, precise shop that's perfect for the daily driver or weekend track car. He stands by everything he does and will do the most to ensure his customers leave the shop happy. Very grateful I crossed paths with him!! (long story short my BMW mechanic recommend I go to Jonathan for my 300zx twin turbo - a car that most mechanics fear) He just finished installing some flex fuel parts on my WRX & couldn't have been happier. I will be brining all my vehicles to Jovenal Autoworks read more

Came here due to many great recommendations from friends about the exceptional customer service and quality of work. I needed a check engine light to be fixed to clear smog and my man Jonathan went above and beyond to help me out. He fixed all of my issues and on top of that, he constantly updated me during the repairs, was very professional with his advice and he finished the job, that would have taken a month or longer, in only a couple of weeks. It's safe to say that this establishment has earned a lifelong customer and I definitely recommended anyone to come here for their car needs! read more

I've brought my G35 to Jonathan and his team on many occasions, and have had nothing but good experiences. I've had a variety of work done here, such as: Timing chains, spark plugs, water pump, radiators, window motors and regulators, fluid replacement, and even just general troubleshooting. All of the work has been done right every time, and has withstood the test of time. They are professional, personable, and trustworthy. Aside from myself, I'm not letting anyone else but Jonathan and his guys work on my cars. read more

Don't go anywhere else. I take all my cars here and send all my friends and family to Jovenal. Thorough and accurate diagnosis. Customer service is the best I've ever had in the automotive industry. Super responsive and communicative. Pricing is also unbeatable for the quality of work. read more

Jonathon is amazing. He worked on mines and all of my families cars. He is trustworthy and reliable. He also has amazing customer service. His honesty is pure and he also values his customers cars. He takes high pride in his work (cause he does really good work). He also has very good suggestions when it comes to certain issues with a fix. Jonathon has become mines and my families main mechanic. Thank you Jonathon! read more

This is by far the only shop I'm taking my car too moving forward. I heard a lot of positive things from the shop and knew right away that I should go here. I had some problems with the car that I couldn't figure out that Jonathan was able to help me with in a very fast timely manner. He did it right the first time. No issues here so be sure to check this shop out. Thanks Jonathan ! read more

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I have had multiple repairs done by this crew from simple belt tensioning to jobs that had to open the transmission. They worked on both Japanese and German cars with no problems and fast turn around (we have an 80 series land cruiser and a newer Audi for reference). The prices were literally 25% of what the main strip "AAA recommended" shop wanted, and with better attention to detail and customer service. This is a shop that wont try and scam you to upsale parts and services. If a repair is recommended he will let you know and if its not necessary he wont push for it. Trying to find the cheapest solution first is how it should be. Jonathan is a true enthusiast that loves cars. The man will do his research on potential solutions rather than just start replacing parts. This is his business and you will be treated with the respect and fairness of someone who wants repeat customers rather than high turnover. I can't recommend this shop enough. I wont be taking my cars anywhere else while I am in San Diego. The shop can be a little tricky to find as it is in an auto business center with driveways perpendicular to the road (you cant see the sign from the road). enter the center turn east and it will be down the 2nd driveway. read more

I needed an oil change but wanted to look around local auto shops before defaulting to the dealer's high prices. My friend recommended me to Jovenal Autoworks, and I am pleasantly satisfied with my experience. Johnathan was quick and responsive to my request, and gave me a detailed quote that explained what services he would be doing and it's price in a clear and understandable way. During the services, Johnathan gave me regular updates on what was being done on my car, as well as notifying me and taking care of issues with my car that I was not aware of. The price of the services was way more affordable than dealers and other shops I've been to. In addition to being happy with how well they took care of my car, I was even more satisfied with how friendly and detail-oriented Jovenal Autoworks has been in my experience. I recommend Jovenal Autoworks to everyone, especially anyone with limited knowledge of automobiles. read more

I've gone to many different mechanics and I can safely say the owner, Jonathan, is one of the very few honest mechanics around and he will never try to upsell you. He always finds the exact issue, always gets the job done and he gets it done well. Mechanics like this are hard to come around and I always recommend my friends to him. If you're having car troubles, this is definitely the place to bring it. read more

I highly recommend this shop if your looking to have your coilovers installed. Awesome customer service.

Went for brakes on my 2007 Tacoma. My previous mechanic was no longer in business. Met Jonathan for the first time whom was as nice an professional as could be. We made an appointment to my convenience. Brought truck in and although was running late, took me in right away. Was in and out as estimated. Parts were already pre ordered ahead of time which was nice. During repairing breaks Jonathan brought it to my attention that there were some issues with my suspension from previous work done elsewhere. He fixed them as well no additional charge. They went over and above to make sure it was right before getting back on the road. They are a first class operation and I know I'll be continuing my future service when needed at Jovenal Auto Works. They have my reccomendation for your car/truck repair needs. Thanks again Jonathan. Truck is running great! Mark A read more

A friend recommended Jovenal Autoworks to get work done on my 2000 Civic so I went there at first to get my clutch, master/slave cylinder and timing belt done. I was so happy with Jonathans recommendation of going with the Exedy clutch and the fact that he is so meticulous with his work. I came back to get all my bushings replaced with Hardrace bushings and he was able to knock it out no problem. I was so impressed with his work that I came back again to get my rear disc conversion and front brake upgrade. I brought in rear trailing arms and front spindles and he got started right away with power washing them and recommending front wheel bearings and ball joints replaced. Braking afterwards was night and day. Jonathan recommended Hawk HP Plus pads which I am more than happy with. His prices are very fair and communicates very well on the status of your car. Check him out on IG to see how talented he is and his attention to detail on all types of projects. I will take all my vehicles to Jovenal Autoworks for any type of work from this point on. Thank you Jonathan and see you in a bit for more upgrades! read more

Great Service! I took my car because of something is squeaking while driving the car. He found the problem in less then 10 mins and fixed it right away. The only shop I trust with my car And you should too! read more

Hands down, best shop in San Diego, especially if your car is modified and especially stanced and tuned. Jonathan, the owner, has been nothing but honest, helpful, understanding, and diligent with his work, his shop, and customer service. I reached out based on my friends referral since he always takes his track spec s2000 and integra there for repairs, installs, and maintenance. I decided to take my stanced / lowered car for an oil change, hub and wheel bearing replacement, and aftermarket rear motor mount install. I messaged Jonathan for an estimate, but ultimately couldn't get to the shop due to quarantine. I hit him up almost 2 months later on a Sunday thinking I'd be too late for him to get me scheduled during the week and for an estimate that he'd probably couldn't get me until the weekday because he's closed on the weekend. Nope. This guy answered all my questions, gave me an estimate, ordered the parts, and scheduled me in the same week with no problem. He even offered me and gave me a loaner vehicle for the day. He updated me along my cars progress and even finished earlier than what he expected. All in all, he not only did quality, honest, quick, and solid work, but his communication and customer service was A1. Definitely referring all my friends and family to this shop read more

John was able to find the issue with my old car and gave it to me straight regarding the cost of repair. Would recommend working with them and will use them for any future car issues read more

Hands down the BEST mechanic in San Diego that knows how to solve all problems to any kind of car! I took my BMW 435i to bmw to diagnose because there was oil getting into my coolant tank. BMW told me the problem was uncommon on my car and they can try doing a few different things to try and fix it but it was not guaranteed (and of course they charge an arm and a leg). I took it to Jonathan instead to diagnose and he did his research, diagnosed the car, told me what was likely causing the issue and solved my problem for less than half of what BMW was charging! He ruled out the expensive potential problems that BMW thought it might be and told me it was likely caused from a leak on the inside of the oil filter housing gasket. The most KNOWLEDGEABLE, PASSIONATE, and WELL-PRICED mechanic. I will never take my car anywhere else. read more