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Autohaven

4.9
(52 reviews)

Overview

Categories

Auto repair shop


Hours

Sunday

Closed

Monday

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Saturday

Closed


Services
Auto maintenance
Brake Jobs
Oil change
Brake Repairs
Quick Lubes
Steering & suspension repair
Electrical And Lighting
Auto side window replacement
Hybrid Vehicle
Vehicle safety inspection
30/60/90 Mile
Battery And Alternator
Auto engine tuning
Fuel Injection
Tune Ups
Pre Purchase Inspection
Check Engine Light Diagnostics
General repairs & maintenance
Water Pumps
Crack Repair
Air conditioning
Cooling Systems
Engine repair
Home Services
Car waxing
Auto brake repair
Timing Belts
Flat Tire Changing Assistance
Cv Shafts
Oil Changes
Auto engine diagnostic
Key Drop
Electrical
Emergency Fuel Delivery
Heating And Air Conditioning
Engine Repairs And Replacements
Window Repairs
Regular Maintenance
Transmission Repairs And Replacements
Battery
Trip Safety Inspections
Roadside Assistance Services
Power Steering
Repairs Heating
Engine Coolants
Car Purchase
Battery Jump Start
Lighting Systems
A/C installation & repair
Car Checks

Reviews

Nov 01, 2024

Great job and a great price.


Jun 22, 2024

Typically, I find taking my car to the garage as much of a pleasure as I find going to the dentist myself. That is not the case at Autohaven. Mark is the epitome of excellent customer service. The prices are exceedingly fair and the work is top-notch.


Apr 22, 2024

Mark and his team are simply the best. Their integrity, friendliness, honesty, and work-quality are second to none. This place is an absolute gem!


Jan 22, 2024

Mark has been maintaining our family vehicles for nearly two decades. He is alway friendly, open and honest. Mark has a great way of simplyfying mechanical issues and helping you make an informed choice. His staff are all courteous and competent. Any issues are always owned and addressed right away. Can't reccommend Autohaven enough.


Nov 22, 2023

Mark and the AutoHaven team are THE best here in San Diego. Awesome communication, quality work, super up front, and DEPENDABLE. The only place I will take my cars.


Nov 22, 2023

Mark is friendly, communicative, has a quick turnaround, and is transparent about recommended repairs and does not try to upsell. I'd highly recommend him for any future automotive work! Also, he has an awesome dog in his shop.


Nov 22, 2023

Mark is probably one of the best communicating mechanic I've worked with. He went above and beyond not only to do amazing work on my truck but he also gave invaluable advice on my situation with his many years of experience and experience. This place not only has talent but they are as straight shooters as it gets giving you transparent descriptions of your vehicles needs and honest and reasonable prices (they literally saved me hundreds on an engine swap and other important jobs on my 92 ford bronco). If you live in San Diego county this company shows its loyal customers the utmost care, so if you can schedule an appointment and become a customer i definitely recommend it and you can rest assured that your car needs will be covered!


Nov 22, 2023

Mark is superb and does a great job looking after my old Jeep! Always thorough workmanship😆 Highly recommend!!


Nov 22, 2023

Very friendly and didn’t try to sell me on work I didn’t need / that wasn’t in my best interest. They were very honest people. Very nice guys. I’ll be back!


Nov 22, 2022

It seems difficult to find a mechanic shop that you trust will do the right repair, the right way.. but once I found Marks Autohaven, I go nowhere else and I've recommended them to all of my friends and family! they're incredibly honest and kind and just really knowledgeable and good at what they do. Solid repairs that have never needed attention after the car has left the shop the first time, and sometimes when one of the guys over there is don't a repair and sees something that needs attention, he will fix it or correct it for free purely out of their desire to provide you with quality work that alleviates your auto issues... and its true that the kindest member of the team is their dog, but only because she is the sweetest dog that has ever lived, but everyone else is super awesome as well...


Nov 22, 2022

Marc and his team at autohaven are amazing! Fair prices, excellent quality, and they are always clear, open, & honest. I couldn't ask for a better mechanic.


Nov 22, 2022

Honest and good at what they do.


Nov 22, 2021

Quick, clean and reasonably priced!


Nov 22, 2021

The guys at Autohaven are skilled, honest and efficient. I always feel like my car will be safe with their expertise.


Nov 22, 2021

Very professional and friendly


Nov 22, 2020

I ALWAYS get great service and care when I am there. Mark Johnson and his staff are experienced in caring for cars. I look forward to seeing them again. Thanks Mark!


Nov 22, 2020

I was referred to Autohaven (Rafael) by a friend that drives for Uber (lots of miles). The first time, always a little scary, turned out great. I was just in again with a "check engine" code. Rafael hooked up his computer and determined the problem right then and there. He recommended a possible fix that I could try on my own and it worked . . . no charge! I'm scheduled to have them do some other work now and am very comfortable with doing so. Highly recommended


Nov 22, 2020

I've used a few independent repair shops, and was referred to Mark by a close friend. We've never looked back. He is hands down, the best independent around. Honest in his assessments, and unwilling to compromise on the quality of the work. It's rare to find someone like this in the business today. As long as he is open, we'll continue to take all of our cars there.


Nov 22, 2019

We took our Jeep Patriot there after the dealership said they could only fix our front headlamp by replacing the entire electrical system for $2k. Autohaven fixed it for $87 within a few hours of drop off. Everyone was friendly, and Mark provided me a great understandable explanation of the problem and my options for going forward. We will definitely be bringing our cars here in the future!


Nov 22, 2018

I have brought my 4runner here several times and i absolutely love them!! Very friendly and nice under a stressful situations for me, and extremely honest!!!! I have an older car and what ever issue i have with it , they fix it and i never have to go back for that issue again, I highly recomend them and will never take my car anywhere else.


Nov 22, 2018

I trust Mark with my life and, more importantly, my car. I asked around for a good mechanic when I moved to San Diego, and all of my friends told me to go to Autohaven. He stands behind his work and doesn't try to sell me repairs I don't need. He let's me know what I have to have done and what can wait for a while. I drive for Lyft, and I put a lot of miles on my car. A mechanic I can trust is worth his weight in gold. I can't recommend Autohaven any more highly.


Nov 22, 2018

I wouldn't go anywhere else.


Nov 22, 2018

Mark and his Autohaven, staff, and shop mascot dog, Suki, are amazing. He tells it like it is- what needs immediate repairs for safety & to run, what can be delayed. His pricing is reasonable, honest, and fair. He is clear and direct in explaining things. The repairs are perfect and he's corrected things that other shops did incorrectly. Take all your major (and minor) repairs to Autohaven!


Nov 22, 2018

Mark is someone you can trust. His staff is very professional and just good people. They friendliest member of his staff is his dog. They are absolutely knowledgable and if there is something they don't do, they will always guide you in the best direction. Thanks Mark!


Nov 22, 2018

Mark runs a great shop. He is an honest hard working competent mechanic. The prices they charge are fair and the work they perform is solid. Just be sure to call ahead to book an appointment.


Nov 22, 2018

Rafael and mark are awesome people and never had a better experience with a repair shop like I did. They fixed my smart car as promised and for the quoted price they gave at the get go. They definitely finished the job super quick that it surprised me. I will definitely be taking all my vehicals to them. Good prices and honest as can be. If I could give 10 stars I would. Best auto repair shop in town by far. Thank you Rafael and mark for your services.


Nov 22, 2018

Always great professional and honest service. Have been going here for all service required on my to cars.


Nov 22, 2018

Mark, Rafael and the rest of the crew there are exceptional. 100% trustworthy and they always are great at explaining what work is must do and what you can put off for a little while. Great price and great work, always.