BEWARE 1 Star - Unsafe Repair, Left Me Stranded I am extremely disappointed with Ted's Garage and have zero confidence in their work. I took my car in only to have spark plugs changed, but co-owner Mike said it was something else, never touched the spark plugs, replaced the thermostat, and charged me $259. Less than three days later, after being told my car was "fine to drive," it left me stranded on the freeway in the middle of traffic. This was dangerous and unacceptable. Mike then told me my engine was completely shot, which turned out to be false. Another reputable mechanic picked up my car from Ted's Garage and fixed it within days after diagnosing the real issue--a leaking water pump into the oil pan. This repair clearly did not fix the problem and the car failed almost immediately. The work should be refunded, as it was still under warranty and left me stranded. I do not trust their diagnosis or repairs and strongly recommend getting a second opinion. Thankfully I had my repairs done elsewhere But Mike refused to refund $259.00 for useless "repair" that failed with 3 days & was still under warranty per Mike himsel. read more

Ted's Garage - I now have my SUV back that was told by Ted's my engine would need to be replaced. - Auto Repair Near Me - Chula Vista, California

I just had the nicest experience at this auto shop. I have a Toyota Camry that has a shield on the front end that came halfway off and was scraping. Mike did not charge me anything to fix it and reinforce it. I am very impressed and this will be my go to place for auto repair. read more

The mechanic looked at my car because I smelled something burning. He didn't find anything wrong and said I can bring it back if it continues. He didn't even charged me for anything. read more

Amazing Service!! I can't say enough good things about Ted's Garage! From the moment I pulled in with my 1957 Belair and the time I left. Everyone is very friendly and professional. Mike and his team took the time to explain what was going on with my car, gave me a more than fair quote, and got the work done way faster than I expected. They're Honest, Reliable, and Friendly ..Ted's Garage Is the Real Deal! If you're looking for a reliable mechanic who treats you like family, Ted's Garage is the place to go. Highly recommended! I won't ever take my cars anywhere else. Thanks again to Ted's garage for all they do to satisfy this customer. read more

Mike is great. The mechanics are great. Service is great. A business you can trust.

Glen is a very honest kind great mechanic his staff is amazing as well always a trustworthy place you can bring in your car and leave with no worries anything you need for car is done fast and reliable work smog check is always fast from the minute you bring your car to the time you pick your car up is always a great experience read more

Truly phenomenal car mechanic! They take customer service to the next level. Mike is immensely helpful, and very honest about what you need and how to save money. He even takes calls for help on which tires to buy, and gives recommendations for other businesses that can help outside the scope of his work (like body repair). They do a great job for a very fair price, and I feel very confident that I'm being treated fairly. read more

Awesome service, Mike and team are the best. Would recommend to anyone who wants thorough service.

Great mechanics. And honest. Appointment made, they were ready In and out quickly It is always good to have an honest mechanic Mike is always up front and does a great job in the process read more

Very competent and professional diagnosis. Fixed it quickly, no problems, done right the first time. Friendly and very helpful staff I highly recommend it I was impressed by their honesty. For one item, they did not charge me for diagnosis, even though they spent a morning checking the car out. The honesty is why I went back to them later on, and I will go back to them again. read more

I was a recommended to go to Ted's garage from my friend who's been taking the car there for 20 years. My daughters car would make a noise when she was driving and we took it here and they checked it all out and there was no concern and they did not charge us. I've never heard of such a thing. Usually I have to pay $100 to get something checked at minimum so I was very appreciative that Ted's garage did not charge us. Because of the small gesture I will always take my card there. Honest company! read more

I took my car in because I had a screeching noise which I thought was my brakes. What they discovered was that the last place I took it for services had bent the metal so it would sound like I needed brakes. They fixed it and sent me on my way, no charge. He was so nice. I'm only taking my car there from now on. Best customer service ever! read more

I trust this place. Fair and honest! Mike was very friendly. I will take all my cars here.

We have been going to Ted's now since 1995. My neighbor told me about them. A good shop, doesn't charge if there is nothing to fix. The only thing they don't do is rebuild engine or transmissions. Everything else that good. Glen is s the general manager. Mike has s the contact on the home and writes the orders up. read more

It will always be a 5 star review for Mike and all the mechanics at Ted's garage... My truck is in the best of hand's read more

Ted's Garage - Auto Repair Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Been doing business with Ted's for years Everything from new brakes on my 2017 Nissan Titan to engine tune up on my 1932 Ford Roadster Never says no. Not afraid to do any challenge on a service Great pricing Great communication Thank you now and for future service! read more

Stay away from Ted's Garage. I brought my vehicle in because the "engine light" came on (a friend highly recommended Ted). I was told I needed a part replaced for $700. They replaced the part. I paid my bill and as I was driving my vehicle home, the "engine light" came back on. I took the vehicle back to Ted's and was told it needed another replacement part and more work for another $300. I left totally isgusted and drove to another shop who fixed the problem pronto and I haven't had any problems since. My recommendation is to do your vehicle a favor and stay away from Ted's Garage. read more

Friendly, accommodating, professional service. The garage is clean and organized and the guys are friendly.

Definitely going back, Mike was very professional and attentive to fix my truck's issues. Ted's Garage does not haggle or try to tack on any extra charges. I'm definitely a returning customer! read more

So nice and honest! The first time I took my car in, they did some routine maintenance. About a week later, they contacted me and gave me a bit of money back because they said they'd accidentally overcharged me. They really didn't have to do that; I wouldn't've known otherwise, but they clearly wanted to do what was right. I took my car in again yesterday, thinking there might be two major problems with it. They checked it out, called me back and said my car looked great overall, and charged me a whopping $4.53 total (to replace a brake light and prevent future water buildup in the assembly) after all was said and done. It is almost ludicrous to pay such a small amount in this day and age (at an auto repair shop, to boot), but this really happened! Highly recommend! read more

Here is a business worthy of your trust. Thank you I'm confident that they have saved me a lot of money by being honest and straightforward with me read more

Ted's garage is one of the best shops if not the best Automotive repair shop in Chula Vista. I was told by a great friend in 1998 to take truck there to get a water pump problem repaired. I had taken it to another shop to have the repair done. I was told they put a new one on my truck. I found anti freeze on the ground in my parking spot. I drove over to Ted's with out making an appointment. Ted himself looked at the truck said that the water pump was a rebuild he got me a new water pump from the dealership and changed it out for me he charged me less total cost than I paid the other shop. I have since found out that the shop that I originally went to has gone out of business. I would recommend Ted's Garage in a New York minute as the saying goes. I have been using Ted's Garage since 1998! read more

I needed a smog for my car to pay my registration and my normal place was closed. I was referred by two coworkers and Ted's garage didn't disappoint. I was in and out with an hour. read more

I called first and spoke with Mike. Omgosh he is so nice and comforting. I needed a new radiator and Mike showed me where the leak was coming from and that I needed new one. I also asked for a tune up and Mike said he would check my spark plugs first to verify if really needed tune up. I knew mine were old but it was so refreshing knowing he wasn't trying to just get a bunch of money from me. He did agree, yes my spark plugs were old. The mechanics were so nice. I recommend taking your car here. Great service and great attitude. Thank you so much. Great prices too! read more

After a smog test debacle at a different shop, and a check engine light, I let my car sit for 8 months....Ted's Garage was recommended and AAA approved, so with a prayer and my credit card, I made an appt. Turns out, it was a dirty MAF...mass air flow sensor....which they cleaned, instructed me to drive the freeway for 30 minutes. I returned and 15min later, it passed, l was legal and on my way!!! Thanks to Mike/Don I saved a $600 repair bill.....In this day and age, CUSTOMER SERVICE, HONESTY, and TRUST are very hard to find!!! As a woman, and a senior, l highly recommend Ted's.....Note---Waiting area was full of long time customers, all, sharing their great experiences. That was the best recommendation of all. Thanks again to Mike and Don. CJM read more

I have been going to Ted's for years. Everyone there is so nice. My son took in a car he was thinking of buying and they were able to tell him all the problems with that make, model and year. He bought an 86 4 runner and even though he now lives in LA he is taking it to Ted's to be worked on. I recommend Ted's to everyone looking for quality service. Actually, I shouldn't write this since it is always so busy. I love to go in and see the classic cars they are working on! read more

Mike and his crew are phenomenal. I wish mechanics were like this everywhere! I was taking a trip from AZ to the beach when my check engine light came on. Mike and his crew did diagnostics and ordered a part that could have possibly solved the issue. They got the part the very next day and unfortunately it didn't fix my issue. Mike gave me a great reference for somebody who could do the internal engine work. The part itself was worth $207, but didn't fix the issue. They sent me to a great shop that could preform the work I needed AND DID NOT CHARGE ME A SINGLE PENNY! They could have at least charged me for diagnostics and their time but they didn't. They were so friendly and transparent. I have struggled in the past as a woman trying to have work done on my car. It was so nice to be treated fairly from the start. Sure wish all shops ran with this kind of ethic. A bit sad I don't live here! If you're having any kind of car issues in the San Diego/ Chula Vista area I highly recommend Ted's! They are epic & Mike is such a kind man! read more

Highly recommended!!! Needed alternator replaced and asked Mike to investigate the Check Engine Light (P0420). I was expecting the worst....but by the end of the day, he came through and at the price I was quoted. My 2012 Hyundai is running perfectly. This garage is now my-go-to place maintenance. read more

Great service even though they didn't work on my car they told me what to do to fix it so I can save money. Any other service garage would of tried to make so BS fix but no Ted was an amazing person for letting me know that the fix I had was an easy self fix! Definitely will come back here when my car has major issues. Treated me like family! read more

Ted's Garage - Auto Repair Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Excellent auto repair!! Needed a wiper pump replaced. Got the job done in a couple hours. Mike is very personable and honest. Highly recommend! read more

Ted's garage is honest and the folks working there are kind. I need my starter fixed so I did my due diligence and called around only to be given atrocious prices and service additions (that I didn't need). Well before my starter went out he and his staff did my oil change in record time and I look forward to going back. If you want honestly and good service, go-to Ted's. read more

Wow Was having issues with my car not charging took it in they repaired it in five minutes change my oil got my timing straightened out fixed my carburetor so it was tuned right and now she's running like a champ. I would 100% recommend this company, Glenn definitely knows older hot rods so glad they were referred by a friend at Cars And Coffee in Bonita. read more

My car's engine light was blinking. I called Ted's. They immediately told me to stop driving. They squeezed me in even though it was at the end of the day. They diagnosed my car and gave me the best price possible. They were finished first thing the next morning. He explained everything to me and was extremely nice and honest. I'll definitely be back for all my car needs! read more

My husband had car troubles not only did they fix his work truck it handled it all the same day and gave him recommendations of what he can do to his truck. read more

Just got my car back from Ted's Garage. Feels like it has a brand new life in it. I had some extensive work done. Ted's is my garage to go to when I have car issues I cant work on myself. Quality of work was great. Very thorough. Mechanics genuinely cared for road safety for my family. After getting the estimate, I asked Derrick for the estimate in writing. I wanted to see where their was room to negotiate. I recieved it via email in moments. He explained every item so I felt comfortable with price and what was needed moving forward. The day I came to pick up my car, Derrick shared how he saved me money where he could. I'm pleased. Car runs like a dream now. If your in need of a mechanic, consider Ted's Garage. read more

I come in for an oil change every time I need one. Never failed me. Honest working people; they noticed I brought 2 different brands of oil, notified me that it may hurt my engine, and helped me picked a better quality oil for my vehicle. Will be back for the next one! read more

Ted's Garage - Auto Repair Near Me - Chula Vista, California

I was recommended to Ted's Garage by some mechanics from my workplace! I had a brake issue that I needed solved! I met Mike and explained to him what was going on! He was very polite and informative! My truck was test driven and inspected! Glen took care of the issue and problem solved! Glen too was a great help! These guys are top notch and great prices! Highly recommended read more

Great shop! Honest, quick and friendly, highly recommended if you need a good honest mechanic.

I went to Ted's on Thursday and they CB oils t see my car that but made an appt for Friday at 11 On Friday I brought my car in at 11 and the gentleman told it would an hour before they could look at it so I left came back in an hour and notice my car had not moved when I ask I was told that they were short a tech and don't rush then seemed like everybody had lunch so I left and 20 mins later I get a call saying my car was done even though it was still in same place I left I think all they did was reset the check engine light to be honest even though I was told a hose Cosme off read more

Ok work for regular pricing but if you want an oil change it is imposible for them to finish in under 2 hours!! This is with an appointment every time. The workers just walk around talking taking there sweet time and if you ask then to hurry up they take even longer. read more