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Thao Auto Repair Info
Amenities
Accessibility
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Wheelchair accessible entrance
Offerings
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Oil change
Amenities
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Mechanic
Payments
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Debit cards
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NFC mobile payments
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Credit cards
Best WLM Reviews
Usually when you really know your car you know what needs to be repaired .I just don't like when the phone rings from the auto mechanic and I have to hear all the exorbitant prices.
Not here!
I actually smiled because the price was within what I hoped it to be. Then I realized I've been getting gaffled from the 15 year mechanic I was loyal to.
Thao auto repair only fixes what needs to be repaired. He's not into you spending unnecessary money. On the other hand, sometimes we just want to fix what we want fixed and he may be reluctant. Persist. And he will still give you a fairer and reasonable price.
TIPS
*He prefers by appointment only.
*You'll be in and out usually the same day.
*The mechanics know their craft.
*His communication is direct and he doesn't have time for small talk or a long story about your car.
*Usually same day work
WORK I'VE HAD DONE
Brakes, rotors, synthetic oil change, new tires, balance, rotation, entire engine/transmission inspection
I definitely recommend Thao because of the QUALITY and SAFETY of the work and then the price.
PAYMENT
Credit card is charged 3%
Debit and cash, no fees
Mobile pay-not accepted
Very friendly and honest service. My car was completed a day early and the job was done perfectly. They took my car right away and had an estimate within an hour, would highly recommend to anyone.
My new fav repair shop! I just moved back to the neighborhood and needed a repair thanks to a rough road busting up my car. The shop was honest about the damage, timeline, and costs of repair, all the things you hope for when trusting someone with a sudden, unexpected expense. Parts showed up late (as is common) but they kept their timeline promise and even used some creativity to save me from having to take the car to the dealership to finish the repair (due to a software limitation). Looking forward to bringing my car back for regular care, and grateful for having a local car shop I can trust!
They do a great job. They are consistently honest, often telling me I don’t need a repair that I think I need.
In the past my wife has taken cars there for them to evaluate before purchasing, and they’ve been super helpful.
On more than one occasion, they’ve had to do a little more than expected to fix the car, and haven’t charged me more. They honored their estimate.
I can’t recommend them highly enough.
Thao Auto has been so good to us and our friends! We’ve used them for all of our repairs and maintenance for the past couple years and I won’t go anywhere else. Great quality work and I trust them which is priceless in a mechanic.
I highly, highly recommend Thao's as the go-to auto repair shop in San Diego. I am not someone who typically leaves reviews, but sometimes a review is warranted when the quality of work is high enough. I had very serious engine issues occurring and took the vehicle to Thaos for a quote. I was not pushed or sold to in any way, shape, or form and was provided with (brutally) honest options and information about the condition of my car. Then hearing that I still needed to get the car smog tested, I was told to come back after letting everything reset so they can test it and make sure I don't waste money on a premature smog test . I could tell by the whole experience that they operate by the book and very much care about the relationship with customers. This was my first experience with Thao, but as I told their team - they are now "my car guys" for anything car related moving forward. I highly, highly recommend.
Definitely trustworthy, I had never gone until now, they said the catalytic converter needed to be replaced in my car but it was most likely covered under my warranty. Instead of spending tons of money, they steered me in the right direction. Thanks!
My family has been going to Thao for about 15 years. Lee and his people are very courteous and very helpful and their prices are excellent. They have worked on our family cars ranging from Mercedes to a 1972 Ford Pickup and all makes and models in between. I highly recommend Thao Auto Repair for any and all car needs.
Quick Facts About Thao Auto Repair
Today
Opening Hours
| Monday | 08:00 AM - 05:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 08:00 AM - 05:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 08:00 AM - 05:30 PM |
| Thursday | 08:00 AM - 05:30 PM |
| Friday | 08:00 AM - 05:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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