Great experience and affordable. I will come back for my cars and truck. Thanks a lot

Jim was attentive, proactive and explained everything in ways I could understand (being that I'm not a car person). He was honest, knowledgeable and conscientious. I'm grateful to have a good mechanic to go to now. Thank you. read more

Our family has been going to La Mesa Motor clinic for over 25 years. Jim and David are the BEST! Honest, reliable, excellent quality repairs on all of our cars and truck. From simple check-ups/changing the oil to radiators, shocks, power window problems, tailgate repairs - they can do it all at a fraction of what the dealerships charge. Always a phone call if additional items are noticed and always a mention if items are approaching repair in the future. We drive 25 miles each way to his shop because we know it's worth going the extra mile to get the best - for over 25+ years! read more

Jim is honest, professional, trustworthy and fair. He was referred to us by a long time client of his who does our taxes. She was right on with her assessment. He is also very reasonable with his pricing. This is the 2nd time that we have used him and both times we found him to be just as efficient. I called and left a message for him and he called me right back. I brought my cat in to have the skid plate replaced and he called back within 2 hours to say my car was ready for pick up read more

One of those rare tells-it-like-it-is mechanics, Jim offers useful advice above and beyond the sticker price of his services. A friend recommended his shop to me a few years ago (after another shop sold me a bunch of service and parts that did not solve my car's problem), and while Jim could have fixed the single problem I'd brought it in for, he helped me weigh the cost of that single repair versus the car's other hidden problems. He has also helped me make educated decisions on whether to buy a used car I was considering. Now I recommend this shop to my family and friends. read more

Yes - 5 stars. Why? Because Yelp! only gives a 1-5 rating scale to work with!. Like many folks, I've had my share of bad experiences with shoddy, dishonest, criminally incompetent mechanics. I haven't for over 12 years now - which, strangely enough, is how long I've been going to Jim... Fast, reasonably priced (especially for the level of service), HONEST - I wouldn't dream of going anywhere else. The folks that originally recommended him to me have been using his services for 30+ years. read more

J.B. from Imperial Beach, you sound like a diva. Maybe if you have an issue, you should get a tissue. Chill with the whole "release the Kraken" internet routine just because somebody was meanie weenie to you and huwt yo feewings. Maybe I'm giving this place 5 stars because I want to offset J.B. and the Quest for Libel, but La Mesa Motor Clinic is pretty good. A mechanic has got to be one of the more thankless jobs out there. They never get praise for doing a good job, they only hear the groans of criticism for doing a bad one. Just look at the 1 star Jim got from Susy Sensitive from I.B. over a little phone call. In other words, no mechanic is ever going to be considered prefect by each and everyone of his/her clients, but Jim is pretty darn close. Why is that? Simple. He's honest. I've been going to La Mesa Motor Clinic for about 12 years, and my parents took their cars here before that. Jim doesn't always tell you what you want to hear about your car, but what mechanic ever really has good news for you? I have NEVER felt like he was ripping me off, and I have NEVER felt like he has cut corners to get me in and out. Jim has called me a couple of times to make "big decisions" while my car was in the shop before moving ahead. I appreciate his honesty and his ability to communicate options without using too much jargon. Simple. Honest. Fair. Support local businesses like Jim's. read more

I'm not from the area, and typically have my vehicle serviced in Los Angeles. I was referred to Jim, and after reading the reviews, looking forward to doing business with an honest, skilled, professional. However, I just got off the phone after calling to inquire about brake service on my car. Jim was rude, and bordered on lecturing me as to the fact that he didn't know what kind of car I had (instead of just asking me), and that people "normally" bring their car in for an estimate because it's "redundant" to give a quote over the phone. I was asking about brakes, and having a fuse replaced for the lighter, not having the engine rebuilt. To Jim: Sir, I have been a car owner for some time. Normally, experienced shops can give a price range for a common service such as brakes. (i.e. once they know what car I have, they can tell me a general cost for brake service dependent on whether I need pads and rotors, and if front and rear service is required.) I've actually called 2 other shops today (including the dealership), and had the very information I sought, provided. Perhaps I caught you on a bad day, given the level of praise you have received from other clients, but your demeanor on the phone was no evidence of their regard for you. You did not even attempt to be helpful, and you spoke down to me. read more

I've been taking my vehicles to Jim and his staff for over 10 years now and have never been disappointed. Jim is honest, straightforward (some, like the one-star reviewer, might take that as being 'short'), and hard-working. He's been available to me over the phone when at other repair shops/dealerships and referred me to La Mesa Paint and Body (another fine local business) for honest body work. I recommend Jim to anyone living/working in the area. read more

Not only should you have a good automotive mechanic but more importantly an honest one. I've been taking my cars to La Mesa Motor Clinic for 15 years. It is a family owned business and Jim Arnett and David are top notch. If you're looking for someone to service your car(s), look no further. Tell them Norman sent you. read more

It's so refreshing, being able to find an automotive repair shop that is trustworthy. So far, I've had three cars in my lifetime and they all went to Jim to get fixed. I tell him what the problem is and he figures out what the problem is and fixes it promptly. Highly recommended. read more

La Mesa Motor Clinic is where my wife and I have been taking our vehicles for two years now based on a friend's referral. Jim is a knowledgeable and honest technician. He only does what is absolutely necessary. We have recommended him to others who have been equally pleased demonstrated by the fact that they also continue to go to LM Motor Clinic. Aaron L. read more

I was recommended to go here by a friend of my fathers who actually owns one of the buildings next to La Mesa Motor Clinic. No pictures here, but I have used this shop a few times and have never been disappointed. They have a solid reputation in the industry and amongst their customer base and i can attest to this personally. I also sent some friends here because the service is honest, reasonable, and downright outstanding. Most recently they replaced the intake manifold on my truck. I have had other repairs performed here on other vehicles with no problems at all. I remember my ranger started making a god awful noise like the rear end was going to explode into firey mechanical death on the freeway, into pieces, like legos strewn across the floor of your kids bedroom. I took it in expecting the worst (the noise really was catastrophic for a struggling kid in his 20s) I was prepared to spend a grand, at least, just like every other time i had a car make a zombie apocalypse type sound..i was at my grandma's house and received a phone call from the gentleman who wrote me up and the news was much better than I thought, another shop (Ford) had over tightened my rear drum brake adjustor and the cable came apart. One hour labor plus parts. I breathed a sigh of relief. This place could have taken me to the cleaners but they were honest and diagnosed the problem I TOOK IT IN FOR and only intended to charge me for that...i requested that they replace my front brakes while it was in there (less than Ford parts and labor btw) and he advised against it, saying I wasn't in dire need. I had them do it anyway just because I knew I would need it eventually , the price was right, and he was honest. Another thing I like about this place is the straightforward, no sugar coating approach. The diagnostic is always up in the air, but here there are no false promises. If anything, they under promise and over deliver; which i appreciate as a 17 year victim/veteran of the automotive industry myself. I recommend my friends and family and anyone else in need of auto repair to come on down to the La Mesa Motor Clinic. You will not be disappointed. read more

My family has been going to Jim at La Mesa Motor Clinic for 20 years. He is honest and fair, and his prices are reasonable. There have been times when Jim told me to not spend the money to fix something minor, even though he could have fixed it and charged me. That's the kind of mechanic I want! I highly recommend that you give Jim a try; I'm sure you will become a life-long customer, too. read more

A great place to take your vehicle for service. I have been getting my vehicles worked on here for about eight years. Always fair prices and quality work. Jim, the owner is the best. Very honest and knowledgeable. I would recommend him to anyone. read more

We love Jim! He has always been honest and helpful! He will tell you what is needed to be done immediately and what can wait. I've always appreciated his advice and work. I've only had three used cars in my lifetime and all lasted longer than expected and Jim has always been fair in the prices. (I have only taken my car to a different place twice in the last 25 years and both times we were taken for a ride even though it was through a friend.) read more

Clinic is rather accurate in Jim's approach. The best mechanic I've ever had and the integrity that he's always shown me is incredible. Fair and honest. If you want rainbows and unicorns go to another shop and show up with lube. Thanks La Mesa Auto Clinic for always being prompt and professional! read more

Our family has been using Jim for over 30 years . 3 generations of drivers , newer and older cars , Jeeps to Cadillac and T-bird . Jim's approach to honesty and truth in car repairs is very honorable . He' just a "good ol' boy who loves cars " and gets a kick out of disproving dealer recommendations. Night drop off is very convent , location is safe . I trust this shop completely. read more

I feel so fortunate to know that I have a skilled auto mechanic in Jim that I can trust will get the job done right the first time and at a fair price. I've been taking my cars and my daughters' cars to Jim for years and will continue to do so. He is honest, ethical and trustworthy. What more could you want from someone who works on your car? He's the best. read more

I've been taking my car to Jim and his staff for years and love his honest, straight-forward approach.

I am very satisfied with the quality of work done on my vehicle, the speedy service and the price. Highly recommended!

I've been taking my car to Jim for about 8 years now. I wouldn't take my car any where else. He's always honest and knows what's going on with my car. I need some work done on the car since it's older, but he's honest and tells me what should be done now and what can wait to be done. He's not out to take your money if you're car doesn't need it. read more

My Father has known Jim for several years and when I bought my first car I had Jim do the maintanance for me up until I graduated college. Since my first car was not new he only did work necessary to keep me safely on the road and did not try to make an old car new again with repairs that were not needed at the time. I still visit Jim through my new job and use him as a reference for general repair. read more

After going to pep boys and being told it would cost over $600 to fix my truck's alignment problem, and not including the brakes that were said to need replacing...I went here for a second opinion. Jim looked at it and all it needed was air in the front left tire! Jim was honest, the staff was very nice, and very very respectable price. My truck was there for less than 2hrs and was ready for pickup. Will be going back for anything!!! read more

Worst customer service I have ever encountered. I called asking for a quick quote. I knew exactly what my car needed and the technician/receptionist was so rude and arrogant that he didn't even give me a quote. He laughed at me the whole time and wasn't straight forward with me once. Such a shame. They're losing a lot of business because of poor phone manners. read more