1 Star UPDATE. Total administrative dishonesty and a major safety violation. I brought my vehicle here explicitly requesting an oil change and fluid check first and foremost. They disregarded my direct instruction, executed a questionable electrical bypass instead, and hit me with a hidden premium that was significantly higher than the estimate they quoted.Worse yet, they handed my car back to me with a bone-dry oil pan. The car began dangerously stalling mid-turn on the highway with my son inside. I had to take it to a different transparent facility, who pulled the dipstick and confirmed the oil was never changed--it was completely black sludge. They gambled with my family's safety and cheated me out of paid services. Their decision could've cost us our lives, and it definitely cost them a customer. Avoid this location at all costs. read more

You guys rock! These people know what they're doing. Always as a walk in, they get it done and boom, on your way you go. They have caught things here and there that the cars need and fair pricing. Oil change is usually the go to but will be going for other car needs. read more

Battery was failing and needed new one installed. Sadly, it's nearly impossible to work on modern cars. No appointment needed, they had me in and out in about 2 hours. Excellent car shop. read more

Love the fact that there are no appointments - walk in only! So helpful for those of us who have unpredictable schedules. I've never had to wait long, drop my car off in the morning and it's usually ready by lunchtime! The service is honest and fairly priced, and Alan tells me to come in any time I want my oil checked, free of charge. It's also nice that he keeps track of warranty info, so his records coincide with it and offers helpful "how to get the most out of your warranty" advice. Best of all, I've never had to deal with the typical "Mansplaining" that comes with auto service for a female-owned vehicle. Alan is patient and respectful during each and every transaction. I highly recommend Tune Craft for reliable, ethical service. read more

The reason I came here the first time was because they had such excellent reviews and they definitely did not disappoint me. I did a walk in, was able to get in right away and 15 or 20 minutes later I was done and out of there! They also have the best price of any place around. I went again today and the exact same thing happened. I got there about 45 minutes before the 5pm closing and they were nice enough to do the smog check. I even still had time enough to make it to the library before they closed at 5 to pick up some books I had on order. The guy that works on your car has a great sense of humor and is very amiable. The girl who works the front desk couldn't be more cheerful and helpful. It almost makes me sorry I only need to go in here once every two years for the smog check, LOL. Oh and the guy doesn't get after me because my car is so full that he can't even scoot the driver seat back to drive it into the smog check area. He just says that's ok and folds himself up into the seat which is pretty far forward since I'm only 5 foot 2, and does what he gotta do. Thank you thank you thank you! These guys make it downright pleasurable to get a smog check done. read more

I was looking for a new mechanic I felt I could trust. An employee at Kaiser Optometry highly recommended Tune Craft. I had a smog issue to complete after not driving enough to clear the code after failing my first smog test. Although the owner, Alan, isn't a smog station, he gave me advice on the drive I needed to do to clear the remaining code so I could pass the test on the second try. After running the code check, he said I could return, and he'd do another check to see if the remaining code cleared. His advice was perfect! It took me almost 2 weeks to do it, as I had taken a detour to ER. He was so nice to run the code again after time had passed. Because he provides basic services, like oil changes, etal, for most cars, but doesn't work on foreign ones, he still was helpful in referring me to a mechanic up the street for my VW Jetta. He also recommended the Star smog station adjacent to him. His assistant at the front counter is very pleasant, and knowledgeable, as well as showed her humanity when I shared a personal matter. Also nice music emits from his garage. I highly recommend Tune Craft, and will be most happy to pass out his cards. Thank you so much for helping me out. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your assistant. read more

This shop has consistently been fair priced and the owner is straight forward with what will be needed to fix the problem. All I ever ask for from a shop is an honest mechanic that does solid work. Tune Craft is that kind of place. I typically call ahead of time and discuss whatever issue I'm having. The owner will discuss the possible problems and give me a time/cost estimate. He has always been spot on with the issues and worked quickly to fix my truck. I recommend Tune Craft to anyone! read more

I've been coming here for several years for two of my vehicles. Alan and staff always do quality work at reasonable prices. I go there for regular maintenance and more complicated repairs such as brakes and alternator. The best part is Alan's honesty and that I can trust them 100%. read more

My "regular" mechanic (BMW/Audi service facilty) recommended Tune Craft for routine maintenance. These guys are great -- friendly, super honest, good prices. We've taken all of our cars there now and recommended them to many other people, too. They even have a nice little waiting area where you can read comfortably while you wait for your car. read more

I love this place. They are always fast and great prices for oil change. I have had a lot of work done on my old car here. They are always keeping you updated on how the vehicle is doing and asking permission before they do anything. I got a new car, so I haven't needed their services in a while but when I do I will head back here. read more

This place was awesome! Friendly staff and fair prices I had new brakes put on and the oil changed, they even topped off all my fluids with no extra charge! Thanks again and I'll be back again soon read more

I went to Tune Craft because of the good reviews from fellow Yelpers...and they were right. I made an appointment for a Saturday, and all the work was done that day. The prices were very reasonable (as low as other places if you used their coupon), and Allen seems very honest and knowledgeable. That's all very important to me when it comes to my car, and Alan hit the nail on the head. I'll definitley be going back there the next time I need service. I feel guilty about not giving them five stars, but I've only been there once. I'll update my rating after my second visit. read more

Just swung by for a smog check Alan helped me out and he is an exceptionally lovely human and went above and beyond to be helpful especially considering as I pulled in not long before they close! read more

I stopped in for an oil change and was told it would take a while. There were just a few guys at this place but they were pretty pleasant and I had time to kill. The oil change did not take as long as they said it would which was awesome and again the service was good, I get the synthetic and it was much cheaper here then the place I was going to. If you decide to go here call ahead and make an appointment bc they do get busy. read more

They replaced the wrong fan on my car and my car overheated! When I called to tell them they lied and took ZERO responsibility. If you want someone to RUIN your car take it to Tunecraft. Biggest liars ever. It even says on the work order to replace the drivers side fan and they replaced the passenger side fan read more

I took my SUV here last year to have some work done for the 60,000 mile checkup. I believe they did decent work, but the correspondence with the employees was disappointing. The guy I worked with had an attitude and wasn't too pleasant. I called back recently to ask a few questions about a problem I was having and another guy, Mike had an attitude over the phone as well. Note to Tune Craft: First impressions are crucial. Please take the time to review customer service with your staff because it really will result in folks taking their business elsewhere. I have now chosen another shop because of your phone etiquette and the face-to-face experience I had in your shop last time I was in. When a customer asks questions over the phone trying to learn more about their vehicle, it isn't helpful if the employee seems irritated and anxious to get off the phone. Answering questions and focusing on customer service is what's going to bring more customers to your shop. This review is coming from a pretty level-headed consumer who can deal with a little attitude, but attitude on multiple occasions is not acceptable. I will not be dealing with this shop in the future. read more

I had an older Mercedes which constantly needed repair work. I took it here because it's located right near my house. Mike provided me with a fair estimate, considering I had a Mercedes. He didn't try to upsell, or provide me with services I didn't need. I called around and couldn't find a price better than his. I ended up getting rid of my Mercedes since it had so many problems, but it is reassuring to know a local business such as Tune Craft is honest, affordable, and reliable. I will certainly refer people here! read more

I've been going here since I was 16 years old (13 years and counting!) I have ventured off to other auto service providers following after a coupon or advertised special but nothing has ever lived up to this place. In the past when I've had major repairs and decided to shop around, nobody could come close to their price. I like that when I go in for service, Mike and Allan remember me like an old friend. Personally, the most important value in an auto repair shop to me is 'trust'. If I can't trust a place, I can't feel good about having work done on my vehicle, regardless of the price I'm paying. I can't count how many times I've gone into another shop using one of their "loss-leader coupons" for an oil change or tire service when I've been told my car needed a laundry list of repairs. I always take the laundry list to Mike and Allan who disprove half of what was recommended and determine the other half is not as urgent as the last shop made it seem. You won't ever pay for service you don't need at Tune Craft. This place has a key-drop, which I recommend using. It's best to get your car in early for the quickest turn around, as this place is very popular and can get really busy on certain days. read more

Tune Craft is so reliable its not even funny. I won't bring my car anywhere else. I trust these guys more than I trust my Dad to fix my car--and he was a mechanic. Rates are reasonable, but the money doesn't concern me. I just want honesty. Before finding them, I went to all sorts of places who would write up huge lists of stuff that was wrong with my car. These guys don't bother. They tell me straight-up if my breaks could go one more oil change before needing replacement. They care about my bottom line more than any other mechanics I've met. Everyone I've told about this place has become a Tune Craftie for Life. They even have a key drop so you can drop off your car when they are closed. Very convenient. read more

I've worked on cars as a hobby for 40+ years, so I'm fairly knowledgeable, and I am really impressed with the skill and knowledge that Alan and his crew have. And honesty and fair prices. I had my Explorer towed in when it wouldn't start, Alan immediately diagnosed the electric fuel pump as having failed. The fuel tank has to be removed to replace the pump, so its not something I'd have done at home. That was good, but what really impressed me was 18 months later when the "new" fuel pump failed. Alan was able to get me a new pump under the warranty, saving me about $300! I have in the past done most maintenance myself, but Tune Craft is so close and reliable that I'm going to use them a lot more. Thanks, Alan! read more

This guys an ass the way he treated me as a new customer. He didn't give a shit. I would never do business with them ever.

Alan... the best car mechanic I have ever encountered. He has done a great job with the brakes on my 2001 Mercedes-Benz E320 at a very reasonable price. He is honest and to the point and did not take me for a ride by telling me false stories. Genuine, Inexpensive and excellent quality of work. I definitely recommend Tune Craft for any brake repair work. read more

Workers are very nice and helpful. Got am oil change and will be back for a tune up when needed.

First of all...I know zip about car mechanics. I do know that I don't like getting ripped off or feeling like I'm pressured to buy services I don't really need. That said...this is exactly why I will always go to Tune Craft, La Mesa, and have Alan take care of my vehicle. 1. He knows about cars. When I asked him to tell me why my tranny felt weird, he only had to drive it 2 feet to know I needed a new clutch. 2. He doesn't pressure people into extra work or even to go with his shop w/o comparing others...he encourages getting other estimates; 3. His estimate was pretty much spot on. I called around other shops and a couple were better; most were more. I went to the La Mesa Tune Craft, not knowing if they even do transmission work, because I had been there before and trusted them. They take care of my regular tune ups and periodical engine checks and I thoroughly trust them and the work they do. read more

Great. I've been here a few times. You have an honest mechanic here. I asked about my breaks and if it needed new break pads. They took my car. Tested it. No, you don't need anything, still have tread on the breakpads. They could have said I needed the whole thing redone for $1500, I wouldn't have known any better probably. This is honest service. read more

Got brakes done on my truck here. Service was great and got my truck back in a few hours!

Brought my BMW in for a brake change and had the best service we could ask for. My husband called for an estimate and we were charged less than the quoted estimate. That never happens. Brought the car in at 8:30am and in less than 3 hours, new brakes and new rotors, the car was done. Very speedy. They also showed my husband the old rotors and how worn they were. Couldn't be happier with the service, expertise, and prices. We will be back for sure. read more

My friend Teri Sue referred me when I had some trouble with my car recently. She used to work for them and they took very good care of me and my car. I felt I could trust them for my friend is very trustworthy. I am so very happy to know where I can go if I have any more trouble. I pray not. They were able to fix my car pretty quickly and they looked busy. I highly recommend them! read more

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I have taken multiple vehicles into Tune Craft over the past five years. For smog checks, oil changes, and other misc. repairs. I had no issues on those occasions. However, I called Tune Craft a few weeks ago and asked if they had any openings to do a diagnostic on a 95 Honda. The employee said to bring it in. When we arrived and told the men working what we were there for, the older of the two mechanics looked and sounded visibly inconvenienced by us. Ignoring that, we went into the lobby and described the issues we were having. Before finishing we were cut off by this guy, who told us he wouldn't look at the car. He said that this type of car/model (Honda Accord) would be too complicated to fix based on what we told him and he would have to haul the whole engine out. He was basically telling us to not even attempt to fix the car. We left pretty flabbergasted and after the shock of his attitude passed we found a different mechanic at another local auto shop who diagnosed and repaired the car without issue. It may be that they are not looking for jobs that will require too much elbow grease. Maybe he was having a bad day? But whatever the reason, I left the shop feeling as though Tune Craft La Mesa does not value their customers. read more

Great service at low prices. They do really go work and are trustworthy mechanics. I was referred to this location by the area locals.

Recently had my breaks changed here. I requsted a quote through yelp, received a reply for the service I was requsted with a fair price. The lady who helped me was nice sorry didn't get her name. The service was fast for a Saturday and my breaks work great. Friendly service with a smile equals a high five to this company. read more

Been here a few times already, always had a good experience. Best place I've found in San Diego so far. They'll also advise you on what types of repairs you can afford to wait on, to help you save money-- which is a pleasant surprise! When my 99 Taurus was ailing, they helped me extend its life right up until the transmission started to go, and then they told me it was done. The car wasn't worth the cost to fix it, and they strongly advised me against driving it for even small things anymore. I've since bought another car and moved to OB, and have been dabbling in other repair places closer to me-- and wish I hadn't! I think the half-hour drive to La Mesa would be worth it to visit these guys just for the peace of mind. I plan to go back to what I know the next time my car needs help. read more

Excellent service.. I had taken my car to 2 other mechanics who did not fix the problem.. Tune Craft fix the problem for a portion of the cost.. also just had new brakes replaced here the best job on my car yet.. I have had my car 12 years .. 6 brake jobs.. the best by far.. read more

Tune Craft continues to be a trusted, valuable asset to La Mesa. I appreciate the courteous, prompt, friendly service every time I go in. I've been a loyal customer for many years. read more

I haven't been here in awhile but this is a great place I have been going here for over 15 years!! Their honest and they know their stuff. I recommend them to anybody you don't have to go to the dealer to get your car fix anymore. They will do a great job here at a lower price.. Thanks Alan & Mike read more

I don't have much experience with smog checks. I have taken my car in for smog checks before but really do not know much about what is done, or even how much a standard smog check costs. I yelped "smog check" just to find a place near my home that had decent reviews so I could get my car smogged mandated by the DMV. Tune Craft in La Mesa had more reviews than most of the other places in my area and they were between 4-5 stars, so I gave them a call and was advised that I could bring my car in any time and it would take between 15-20 minutes and the cost would be $48 (I don't remember the exact amount). I ended up paying much more than that for synthetic oil or something so just make sure to clarify when making the appointment or before you buy the groupon exactly what you'll need and how much it'll cost. Other than that it was a great experience. read more

Came here twice already for oil changes. They are located right across the street from a nice coffee shop which is nice for waiting. They are quick and call you when your done. They save your personal information for future visits and I have never been called or emailed about coming in unlike other places that call on a periodical schedule. THE NEGATIVES: There waiting area is SMALL maybe 3-4 people can sit down There waiting area is really dusty and needs some spring cleaning It does get busy there and they seem to need like 1-2 more mechanics on the pay roll. read more

This establishment was recommended by our landlord since we just moved in from out of town. We called them up to see if we could get our cars in for a smog check to get them registered with the state and the person who answered the phone was very courteous and said to come in any time that works for us and it would be very quick. Indeed about an hour later we stopped by they were wonderful, we walked to the 7-Eleven to grab a coffee and by the time we came back they were finishing our second car. They also quoted a fair low price that most other places would give you if you brought in a coupon or checked in on yelp. I would highly recommend Alan and his staff, they seem to be fair honest and courteous folks. I wouldn't hesitate to bring our cars in for a repair. read more

Tune Craft is great, I was in a rush and they were able to accommodate me with excellent service. I will definitely be bringing my cars here in the future. read more

Awesome service, Alan doesn't suggest anything you don't need. Not expensive. Most of the time, same day service.