Bowman's Garage
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Review highlights
"… peace of mind. On top of all this, they managed to get my car fixed the same day! Their efficiency and professionalism exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend this …"
"Oh yeah on Friday morning the have free fresh doughnuts, yummy😋"
"Hands down the best service i've ever received."
Overview
Categories
Auto repair shop, Auto radiator repair service, Auto tune up service
Directions
4622 College Ave
San Diego, CA, 92115
Phone number
Call: (619) 582-5258Website
View websiteHours
Sunday
Closed
Monday
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
Closed
Description
Welcome to Bowman's Garage, a locally-owned and operated auto repair shop in San Diego, CA! We're passionate about providing exceptional services, and it shows in the quality of our workmanship. Our ASE-certified mechanics use state-of-the-art equipment to efficiently identify and fix any issues with your vehicle. We specialize in servicing a wide range of Asian, European, and domestic car makes and models, including but not limited to Toyota, Honda, Chevrolet, Ford, Nissan, Lexus, Mercedes, BMW, Audi, and Volkswagen. Whether you need routine maintenance, general repairs, or a full set of services, we're here to help. Visit our shop today to experience the difference for yourself. We look forward to serving you!
Services
Reviews (36)
Jan 31, 2025
Great service! Hugo was super helpful and made sure we weren’t over spending. Will be coming back
Jan 17, 2025
Efficient, detailed, and transparent. What more can you ask for, A+.
Jan 07, 2025
Excellent communication. Timely service. Very fair prices. I finally found my shop in San Diego.
Dec 07, 2024
Got my AC repaired, it was super quick and it’s never worked better! Brittany is very helpful and easy to talk to. They’re always super honest about what’s going on and explain the issues!
Dec 07, 2024
I absolutely love the care and attention to detail this shop provides! Brittany was amazing—her phenomenal customer service skills truly stood out. Even though I was stressed and worried about my car troubles, she managed to cheer me up with her humor and kindness, making the experience much more comforting. The continuous updates were fantastic! Being able to receive updates via text was a huge help, as it allowed me to go about my day without worrying about missing a call. Their website is also super user-friendly, giving me a clear breakdown of charges and showing detailed photos of the damages/issues with my car. It gave me full transparency and peace of mind. On top of all this, they managed to get my car fixed the same day! Their efficiency and professionalism exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend this shop—10/10, they did not disappoint!
Dec 07, 2024
The service was done right and done fast at a price I could afford. What I like most is the peace of mind that comes with people I can trust.
Nov 07, 2024
Excellent service, 1000% recommend! Seriously I tell everyone to go here. Go to this place they’re amazing! Super helpful and honest and friendly.
Nov 07, 2024
Great place. It is like having a friend that is a mechanic, helping you with your car.
Nov 07, 2024
Great service great customer service and prices are far clean work area knowledgeable mechanics friendly people
Nov 07, 2024
Professional and expert service for my Mercedes. About 1/3 the cost of going to the dealer.
Oct 07, 2024
Been going here for over 25 years. With the recent ownership change, except for a couple familiar faces it would be impossible to know any difference in quality of work, attention to issues and values of a great garage. Jimmy was great to see the job thru on the Jag, (which was a large extensive project) from start to finish.
Oct 07, 2024
Fair price, Quality service, Quick turnaround, Great customer service
Oct 07, 2024
Great service, excellent work, honest business practices. Fair price!!!
Oct 07, 2024
Heaven sent! I had an issue with my vehicle where it started smoking from underneath the hood while I was at a stop light, which just so happened to be in front of the shop. I was able to pull into a spot, everyone came out to check what the issue was, everyone was very welcoming and professional. They almost seemed to know what the issue was immediately. I was informed on what was wrong with the my car and I was updated throughout the whole process, which kept me at ease. My car is running like new now and I cannot be happier!
Oct 07, 2024
My car battery died and Jim was extremely helpful getting the situation sorted out and was able to get me in to have it swapped out that same day! It was such a quick and easy process after a stressful start to my day. Definitely recommend coming here!
Oct 07, 2024
This was the very worst auto shop I’ve ever been to not only the Mecanic’s don’t know what they are doing but they mark up there prices a 150 percent on parts I payed 1100 dollars they had my car 11 days and it never got fixed what I will say is when I called the owner after threatening the shop manager that I was going to sue there ass so the owner gave me my money back but my car is making noise that sounds Catastrophic that it definitely never made until they worked on it so I give this shop a low rating for the Mecanic’s and manager but 2 thumbs Up for not making me go through the hassle of suing them so they showed Integerty as far as giving me my cash. Back
Oct 07, 2024
Transparent, fair pricing and best customer service. As a broke college student, this is a spot to get car repaired
Oct 07, 2024
Took my 1984 Jeep CJ-7 here for the first time with a bunch of random issues. Jim was incredible. He patiently heard me out and made honest, legit recommendations. And of course the quality of the workmanship was spot on as well. This vehicle is my baby and I will go to great lengths to keep it on the road but at the same time I don’t want to be taken advantage of when it comes time to fix things. All it took was this one visit and my trust had already been earned. Rest assured I’ll be going back!
Sep 07, 2024
Amazing experience! The helpfulness of fitting me into a busy day to the check out. Each person here was helpful, kind, and genuine. Definitely will be my go to auto shop from now on!
Sep 07, 2024
Best mechanics in town. Honest, reliable, and very the best rates. They truly care about people and make sure every customer is happy. I would never go anywhere else. 👍💯🙏
Sep 07, 2024
Great ac service on my sons honda fit and on my honda crv .
Sep 07, 2024
Great experience. We felt comfortable from the time we scheduled the appointment through the time we drove away. Everything thing was clearly explained and done in a professional manner. We’ll definitely be returning with our other vehicles!
Sep 07, 2024
I had the best experience with C&D Auto care he took care of me right away and I couldn’t be more happy with them. Great place great place thank you guys.
Sep 07, 2024
I truly felt like family! The most personable, nicest group of people! Wonderful work done by competent people that really care! I wouldn't go anywhere else!
Sep 07, 2024
I’ve been going to Bowman’s Garage since Tony took it over a few years back. With their HONEST & QUALITY work at competitive prices, it’s been my go to for my 3 autos. Went in recently to their College location for an oil change & found out they’ve opened a second shop. Makes sense!! Jim, new employee, was Awesome! Professional, friendly and knowledgeable! Keep up the Great Work!!!
Sep 07, 2024
Jim at bowman’s garage was very helpful. Going above and beyond to inform us of the condition of a truck we were hoping to purchase. The prepurchase inspection was thorough and the attention to our needs so appreciated. Highly recommend!
Sep 07, 2024
My experience at Bowman’s was wonderful. Jim was so nice, and very helpful in explaining any problems with my car. I love the app they use to keep you updated on the status of your car which includes pictures of the findings. Overall, I am beyond pleased with my experience and am happy to have found a reliable local garage. I highly recommend Bowman’s!!
Sep 07, 2024
The whole team was professional, communicated well and work done efficiently. Very positive experience.
Sep 07, 2024
Very nice service the whole team is very friendly and helpful. Tony is a real nice honest guy would definitely go back.
Sep 07, 2024
You guys fixed my breaks last year , my break master cylinder just recently needs to be fixed so i took it into your shop so you guys can fix it considering you worked on my breaks last year. You guys charged me for a diagnostic check for breaks that you fixed for me a year ago ? My breaks went out on me when getting off the freeway which almost got into a dangerous accident. I have consistently came to you for business which i think i should get the benefit of the doubt considering i have a put a couple thousands dollars in for repairs within the last 2 years.
Aug 07, 2024
Bowman’s garage is awesome. Just took my car in for another service. I didn’t have an appointment they accommodated me and my car was done fast .
Aug 07, 2024
Expensive, but their diagnostic prices are much lower that other shops.
Aug 07, 2024
My car broke down while visiting from LA and the friendly and knowledgeable demeanor of the crew here made a stressful situation much easier to manage. Jim and Tony clearly communicated the timeline, diagnostic results, and pricing and I am so thankful that I found them via google- they definitely deserve all their high-scoring reviews!
Aug 07, 2024
Personnel at Bowman's Garage were professional, knowledgeable and and efficient. I will definitely be visiting their facilities again when my vehicles need servicing.
Aug 07, 2024
The guys were a great help, came in with a few different issues for my car they were able to take care of each of them in a reasonable timeframe from the brakes to the window motor and engine warning. Was in the shop for a while today and during that time frame I got to see how they interacted with their customers, accurate information with none of the extra fluff and fair pricing. Definitely a hidden gem. Thanks for the work guys!
Aug 07, 2024
Tony and Jim always awesome