FAQs

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At Coastal Car Care, we are open 8AM to 5PM Monday through Friday. We are ready to serve you as the preferred auto mechanic in San Marcos, CA.

We provide services for foreign and domestic makes and models. Some makes and models we work on include: Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Acura, Hyundai, Kia, Nissan, Infinity, Ford, Chevrolet, Dodge, Chrysler, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, Saturn, and more. We can also provide maintenance and specific auto repairs in San Marcos, CA on Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Mini, Land Rover and Volkswagen. We also specialize in classic vehicles, hot-rods, and muscle cars. We have experience with vehicles ranging from the 1900's to the present.

Our exceptional car mechanics in San Marcos, CA provide services ranging from maintenance, oil changes and pre-purchase inspections to brakes, alignments, suspension and heavy-line repairs. We also provide the same services for classic cars, in addition to mechanical restorations and performance upgrades.

As the auto mechanic San Marcos, CA relies on, we do NOT provide any body work, paint repairs, interior work, smogs, windshield replacements, or tire repairs and replacements.

If you're looking for the classic auto repair San Marcos, CA prefers, we provide services on all mechanical issues for classic vehicles. Our services range from tune-ups, carburetor adjustments, timing adjustments, suspension, brakes, and maintenance to modern engine swaps. We can keep your older vehicle driving like it was from the factory when it was new or bring it to the 21st century with fuel injection, a modern drivetrain, and much more.. Contact Coastal Car Care today!

Yes, as a knowledgeable provider of auto repair in San Marcos, CA, every technician on our team is ASE certified, and most possess the Master Technician certification.

As a provider of expert auto repair in San Marcos, CA, our experience has taught us that oil changes should include draining the old engine oil, filling the engine with the correct type of fresh oil, and changing the oil filter. Our professional oil change will also include a full 120 point vehicle inspection, and we will top off any fluids that may be low at no extra charge.

As a dependable car mechanic in San Marcos, CA, we include a thorough, bumper to bumper, 120-point vehicle inspection with every oil change. Over years of experience, we have developed the following vital inspection points:

• Engine: fluid levels and leaks including cooling systems, the power steering system and engine oil. (20 Points)
• Filters, hoses, belts and pulleys for wear or degradation. (10 points)
• Exhaust systems and intake systems for leaks, cracks, rust and wear. (10 points)
• Transmission: fluid condition, level and leaks. (10 Points)
• Fuel system: hoses, pipes, fuel tank, injectors and pumps. (10 points)
• Heater Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system for proper operation. (10 points)
• Brake system: Fluid, calipers, rotors, brake pads, drums & shoes (where applicable), hoses, pipes, Anti-lock Brake System components and control systems. (15 Points)
• Suspension & Steering: Shocks/struts, control arms, ball joints, bushings, axles, tie rods, steering column, sway bars, nuts and bolts. (20 points)
• Alignment (five points)
• Electrical: Checking for any warning lights and related error codes, battery, charging system, starter, wiring and electrical connections. (10 Points)

There are many ways you can find a competent auto mechanic in San Marcos, CA! Start by asking for details on recommended repairs, and clarify why these repairs are needed. If your mechanic gives you vague answers or descriptions, you may want to reconsider your provider. In our experience, a knowledgeable mechanic will take the time to explain any issues with your vehicle in detail. You may also consider asking for pictures of the failed components, which can help you to confirm if a repair is needed, although not all components that fail look damaged. Make sure pictures are of YOUR vehicle as well, as unreliable shops may reuse generic pictures instead of providing shots of your vehicle's actual components.

As the auto mechanic San Marcos, CA relies on, we can tell you that nearly everything you touch in a modern vehicle is electronically controlled, from the door handles to the seats and mirrors. In our experience, some vehicles have well over 40 different onboard computers.