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Transmasters Auto Care
8008 Miramar Rd, San Diego, CA 92126, United States
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Transmasters Auto Care
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Vi
Review №1

Best service! Trustworthy, Reliable, timely repairs done here with fair pricing.I take my car to Transmasters exclusively for many years and they keep it running smoothly.Each oil change includes an inspection but I’ve never been pushed to make any unnecessary repairs.Try them out anytime you have an engine maintenance light on

Mi
Review №2

Mm local shop doesnt do transmission repairs and referred me to Transmasters. That referral alone meant a lot.Sam and his team are true professionals, polite, knowledgeable and communicative throughout the entire transmission repair experience.All work done on time, on budget and as agreed.My Tahoe now runs like new. Very pleased with this shop and will use again.

so
Review №3

SAM IS AWESOME. The whole team did an outstanding job! I broke down while traveling and I worked with Sam via telephone, he went out of his way to help me get my vehicle towed, gave me an extremely fair price, in fact, it was half of what the Honda dealership quoted me. I flew back to San Diego to pick up my vehicle, and the car was ready and waiting. Sam had a staff member check all my fluids knowing I had a long drive. If that is not enough Sam called me to see if I got home safe and if I had any concerns with my vehicle...wow 👏, that is customer service you rarely receive anymore. Thank you Sam and staff for your professionalism, attention to detail and for caring more about service than making huge profits. You can not go wrong with this company, they are 10 plus stars in my book!!!

Br
Review №4

Truly thankful for my excellent customer experience with Transmasters and Sam. The care and attention they gave to my vehicle was superb. Additionally, the communications and updates Sam provided were helpful and consistent. I understood what has happening every step of the way. Plus, the cost/pricing was great too! I highly recommend them.

Bi
Review №5

Sam, Was recommended to me by a friend and turn out to be a life saver! With his accurate diagnosis and recommendations, my car is working just fine and I dont need to buy another one for another 5 years! Thats a lot of savings right there.It took couple appointments to complete all the repairs needed, all of them completed on time; I am very happy with his service and will referred him anytime.

Aj
Review №6

I have been using Transmasters for over 10Years. Reasonable pricing and more importantly trustworthy. Sam is very knowledgeable and clearly explains what needs to be done and why.

Be
Review №7

Excellent service. Sam knows his business. He figured out the issue with my transmission in a timely manner and stayed in touch with me each step of the way. My 16 year old car drives like new now! So happy with the service I received. EXCELLENT!!

To
Review №8

Excellent service. Diagnosed and fixed wiring issue promptly and for a reasonable price.

Sw
Review №9

This place really deserves 5 stars. Besides being the only shop in San Diego which will fix my (somewhat) rare car, they always do an amazing job. They have great customer service, and great prices!!! I go to Transmasters first for anything I need on my car. Services I’ve had done are oil changes, air Cabin filter relaxed, belts replaced, windshield wiper blades replaced, and tire rotations.

Ta
Review №10

I have a Smart Fortwo and they were able to help quickly, did great work, and were on point for what I expected to pay for the work my car needed! Thanks again to Sam, so friendly!

Sw
Review №11

Wow !! Sam and his team really hooked me up. Im a former ASE certified mechanic with past transmission experience, however, that was a long time ago (80s-early 00s), . My son and I recently dropped the transmission out of our old 94 Toyota wagon and were all set to rebuild it. Im glad I didnt. One of Sams teams greatest assets is experience; they know all of the nuances and trouble areas with contemporary transmissions; especially computer controlled overdrive automatics. Sams team found two problems that I would have missed; a potentially damaged torque converter (due to clutch material contamination) and a leaking overdrive case shaft seal. These are things that they have seen on many Aisin Warner A541E transmissions in the past. I would have rebuilt the transmission using those same original parts and probably would have had the same transmission issues in short order. Hats off to a job well done Sam!. You have this mechanics future business. In closing, if your transmission is making noise, slipping, or not staying in gear, get it to Sam and his team ASAP. If you continue to drive it, additional components will fail and add substantial cost to any rebuild.

Ca
Review №12

Sam and his crew were great. They did a good job they did it fast and I will definitely use them again.thanks

Ma
Review №13

Cant say enough good about this place. My old range rover had some shifting errors, Sam was able to identify what it wasnt, fix everything and get me back on the road within a day.Absolutely awesome crew!

Mi
Review №14

My VW would not start and at first I thought it was my battery, after jumping it did not work and being in a shopping center parking area, I called Transmasters, they provided me a tow service to pick up my car and drop it off at their location. Sam at Transmasters let me know shortly after that it was my starter, they replaced everything and I am back on the road again.

Na
Review №15

Transmasters has consistently done an excellent job of servicing multiple vehicles I’ve had over the years. Sam is transparent, trustworthy and clearly explains the options & cost to avoid any surprise. His crew is professional and get the job done on time. He has consistently gone above and beyond to take care of my vehicles and I highly recommend Transmasters.

Gl
Review №16

Ive been coming here for years and every time Ive been satisfied with the repairs. My 2006 BMW 325i has 200,000 miles and it needed a drive shaft that the dealership was going to charge several thousand dollars to replace. Transmaster was about half the price and they did the work quickly and very well. Ive been hooked ever since. Sam and his team know what they are doing, enjoy what they are doing, are honest, and are very easy to work with (either by phone or texts).

Jo
Review №17

I couldnt say if pricing is normal but all customers take that chance with car repairs but my intuition about Sam and Transmasters is that they were good at communication and also helped educate me on my vehicle about the repairs. I will go here again! They fixed my car the way they said they would, told me the price upfront, and offered the bad part for me to keep that they had replaced, a sign of good faith from a mechanic! Thank you Transmasters.

S
Review №18

Very good and Honest Place. Reasonable Charges. Very Trustworthy.

Ry
Review №19

They were really helpful and in depth and found issues that were unrelated to the problem and we’re able to fix them!!

Le
Review №20

Honest, very professional and when needed car repair they get me in right away. Very pleased with transmasters.Sam is very respectful and explains everything very well.

Ka
Review №21

Thank you, Sam!! What a great experience in the middle of an unpleasant experience. We were so disappointed when the transmission went out on our van 10 hours from home. Then, no one in that area would even look at the van. So, I called Sam, and he welcomed our van to his shop. We towed it down ourselves and dropped it off. Sam very quickly diagnosed the problems, offered a couple of solutions, helped me choose the one that was best for my family, ordered the parts and completed the work in record time.I openly recommend this shop for all your automotive maintenance and repair needs.

Be
Review №22

Our car was vandalized . The catalytic converter and sensor were cut . IT is difficult to find new ones and the owner went out of his way to phone 22 dealers to find a new converter for our car. service was done with care and prompt.

Gi
Review №23

Like all the time, Sam is very reliable. He was very honest and having a good intention to address the concerns. and i fully trust his opinion on any suggestions related to the vehicle. Love to come every time to get my SUV serviced;

Ka
Review №24

Reliable, professional and knowledgeable

Lo
Review №25

Top Shelf mechanic. Highly recommend. Did not disappoint. Sam is extremely knowledgeable and professional. San Diego you have found the best mechanic.

Jo
Review №26

Sam did a great job of showing me exactly what was wrong with my car. It needed lots of work so it cost a lot but he walked we through everything and recommended what could be done now or wait until later. He sent me pictures and showed me all of the broken parts once they were removed. Great service from Sam.

NI
Review №27

We had a wonderful experience. Sam was the absolute best and everyone worked hard and diligently to complete the work.

Ja
Review №28

This was the most disappointing experience with an auto shop, in my life. I was told to bring my 2006 Volvo xc90 2.5l FWD for diagnostics and repair. I was hoping to have it done before the Christmas break started. Sam told it would be no problem. They are familiar with that vehicle and transmission. He told me to bring it on up. I bring it in the next morning, Thursday, Dec 16th. I hear back from Sam a day later saying the fluid is low and looks burned. They will need to remove the transmission and do a full inspection. Fine by me. Then the excuses start.The next time I hear from Sam is Monday, Dec 21. He says he was having knee issues and would get on my vehicle. The transmission looked bad after inspection, and the shifter cable is ruined. He said it would need a replacement used one, or rebuild. A difference of $500 for the services. I asked if he recommended the used or just go for the rebuild. He says, the replacement will be fine. He will have it done on Christmas eve. Well, now Christmas eve comes around and Sam calls to tell me the shifter linkage cable didnt arrive. The parts truck broke down, and the vehicle will be done after the holidays, Jan 4th.He calls me on Jan 5th to say the used transmission is mysteriously not working, and he can not find another used one. He says they will fix the transmission it came in with. I get more news that the repairs are done. It just needs to be hooked up to the computer and relearned. Now its Friday, Jan 8th and he says its not working and he is giving it back to me. So, after almost a month and two tows, Im in the same spot as before. I dont understand how this has been so frustrating or challenging for a shop that does just this sort of thing, especially on a well known older model vehicle. That was my experience with Transmasters. The manager also acted like he was doing me a favor for not charging me.

Ja
Review №29

Brought my mitsubishi eclipse for repairs. Sam check out the car diagnosed the problem and repaired the issue now my car is running with no problem thanks to sam and his crew at transmaster.

Sr
Review №30

Transmasters is our go-to place for all our cars. We really appreciate the personal attention, care, and reliable service given to us by their team. Sam always takes the time and goes above and beyond to make sure things are taken care be it an oil change, maintenance, or more.

Ju
Review №31

The owner is very good at explaining the problem with your car and how best to fix it. No high pressure, and he explains options for your repairs.

Th
Review №32

Always the best fast service and the number one trustworthy mechanic in San Diego. Highly recommended to Transmasters. I’ve been a loyal customer for few year and many more to come. So lucky to know you Mr. Sam. Thanks again for giving the ride home. I will be back soon for oil change and maintenance with my other car.

Ja
Review №33

A pleasure to work with.

El
Review №34

Our experience with Sam and the technicians at Transmasters has been excellent! Sam will go the extra mile to help you understand what service and/or repairs are needed. From the initial contact with him over the phone to the completion of the repairs… the customer service provided is the best! The service and repair work are high quality and the pricing is very fair!We were introduced to Transmasters years ago with a transmission rebuild and were so incredibly impressed with the high integrity and efficiency of their business. The description and explanation of their findings is so detailed, right down to video footage! We learned that transmission work is not the only service they provide. They have helped us with maintaining our cars over the years. Our son started to have problems with his car and we knew exactly who to go see! The quality and care given is invaluable when entrusting a family vehicle to someone! We would highly recommend Transmasters to everyone!

Br
Review №35

Excellent service and repair. Owner loaned me his own truck for the night when repairs took longer than expected due to rusty bolts needing soaking for removal...

Ma
Review №36

Excellent diagnosis and a great customer service experience. I have owned the car for 11 years and this was the first time it wasnt serviced by the original dealer.Great recommendation from a friend. Sam is one of my newest discovery and best of 2019.

Ja
Review №37

Transmasters is my go to for all vehicle issues. Sam and his team always figure out the issue & make the quick fix for more than a fair price! To ease the new customer, the Transmasters team will checkout your car free of charge and give you an estimate based off the overall issue. This should be your first and last stop for auto repair in San Diego!

Al
Review №38

I had a great experience at this auto shop. The man at the front desk was kind, honest, and very fair with pricing. They were quick with the repairs and had my car running great. I would recommend anyone in the area to come here for your next auto repair needs!

sa
Review №39

I really enjoying coming here to get my car worked on. Sam is always understanding with all my questions and even takes the liberty to explain things if I dont ask so I feel like Im part of the process. I dont know much about cars but always feel taken care of when here. I never feel there is a sales pitch or pressure to up sell me and that makes me appreciate this shop more than dealerships where I feel taken advantage of. I know Ill get the real answers here as to what my car needs. This place keeps my car running smoothly and safely for a reasonable price.

Jo
Review №40

Sam and his crew do awesome work! This is our second time coming to Sam because he does such a great job (and it was a different car both times!). Sam helped us utilize our private, extended warranty coverage, helped me get a rental car at a great price for a few days, and worked super fast to get my car back so I could get back to my life. All of that over a holiday weekend. You wont regret going to Sam at Transmasters!

Jo
Review №41

Excellent place to take your vehicle excellent customer service who go the extra mile. Customer satisfaction ten Stars without a doubt when my van transmission was went down for the count Sam and his mechanics where great. Answered all my questions and concerns got my van up and running better than it ever did I will be returning to Trans Masters you have a loyal customer for life.

Mo
Review №42

I had a dilemma with my vehicle last week, when I was told that I needed a very expensive repair by a mechanic I didnt know very well. I reached out to Sam for a second opinion, not only was he very knowledgable, professional and courteous, he also has been doing exactly the job I needed for 30 years. Its challenging sometimes to trust, especially when you have two different reports on cost estimates. Sam was very clear and made perfect sense in his explanation of costs, was on time and found some other issues with my car that needed attention, fixed them quickly and for much less than the other mechanic. He showed me the parts that he replaced, explained clearly why they needed to be replaced and I understood, I did not feel deceived or dubious. I had an excellent experience my first time with TransMasters and recommend them, they are diligent, trustworthy, inexpensive and experts. These are the most important things you can be in this business, If I could give 6 stars I would.

Be
Review №43

Good communication about the process to diagnose and repair my transmission. Once diagnosed the estimate was given and no call backs with increases in the price. Saved me $3500 over the dealer estimate. Sam and his crew are the best. I highly recommend this shop

Co
Review №44

Sam and his mechanics are always great in taking care of my car. They take their time to explain what is wrong with my car and how much its going to cost to repair. Jobs are done quick and they are willing to stay extra hours after their closing hours to finish repairs. I recommend Transmasters to anyone who wants honest and great service. Thank you Transmasters.

Ma
Review №45

I entrusted my precious vintage Toyota truck to Sam. He diagnosed the transmission problem, gave me a number of options as well as his recommendations. NO PRESSURE! NO SALESMEN involved! Instead, he is a highly-experienced man willing to explain the issues he found. The major repair was prompt, he kept me informed, and he showed me the parts he replaced because I was interested. Very happy customer!

ra
Review №46

Ive lived in SD for decades and have run the gamut of auto repair (mostly bad experiences). All the great reviews posted for TTAC are spot-on. I had steering and suspension work done on my mini-van, and the results were excellent. Sams diagnosis of the car was objective and thorough. He provided photos/videos of the inspection, showed me the old parts, and communicated promptly. Prices were fair and competitive. Sam is a calm, pleasant, and knowledgeable person, and you never sense any pressure or hidden agenda. In fact, its just the opposite – you’ll be eager to have him address/resolve issues with your car that you’ve avoided or didnt know about. Its almost like visiting a trusted family physician. What a relief! I will certainly return here for other types of repair work.

Pr
Review №47

Excellent service and very fair prices. I would highly recommend Transmasters to anyone. We live 1.5 hours away but still drive down to get our car fixed by Transmasters as we trust them so much!

Su
Review №48

Wonderful Experience and Prompt service with full satisfaction. Thanks for wonderful service.

Ni
Review №49

I have been taking our family’s cars to Sam’s for years now. I can always count on an honest assessment and being shown what exactly needs to be done and why, before anything gets done! I never feel pressured into anything and that gives me peace of mind. Highly recommend if you are looking for reliable service!

Al
Review №50

I had my 2001 4Runner worked on because it was having trouble passing the SMOG test. Great affordable work. Definitely recommend!

Pu
Review №51

Sam and the staff at Transmasters was extremely professional. They took the time to show the issue with the car and explain in detail (in our case the complete engine needed a overhaul - including valve replacements) what would be fixed and what guarantee can be provided. Their prices were reasonable. Highly recommended, we will be going back for sure.

To
Review №52

Sam was utmost in professionalism. They diagnosed and reported to me inside of the estimated time. Highly recommend these guys for your repair needs!

Mi
Review №53

I took my vehicle to Transmasters for routine maintenance of my older 2002 Honda Odyssey. The service is but a fraction of the cost of taking the vehicle back to Pacific Honda.

as
Review №54

Trustworthy mechanic. I’ve been going here for years and never had a problem with the work or service. Sam is professional and patiently explains everything in detail. I recommend this shop to anyone who has issues with their car. They do all auto work (including body work!).

mi
Review №55

My name is Michael, I have been going to Transmasters for 5 years. Sam MAKES NEEDED REPAIRS STRESS FREE!! Like so many others who search for an honest, experienced mechanic, I had Transmasters work on my BMW 5 years ago and WILL NEVER have anyone but Transmasters repair my car again! He always explains the repair needed to the customer, the approximate cost to repair and when the work is completed shows you the damaged parts that were replaced. If you have been looking for an honest, experienced mechanic, look no further! Oh, they also repair transmissions!

Vi
Review №56

Sam, explained what’s exactly to be done. Save me a lot of money.And he provides shuttle if you don’t have a ride home. The company finished the car on time.The waiting area very clean too

Ke
Review №57

I recently paid a visit to Transmasters because my car was experiencing some transmission issues and I couldnt be happier about the service I received.Top to bottom, each person I spoke to was very helpful and informative. I get the sense that they genuinely want to help their customers and make sure they have a positive experience when they leave.Sam is awesome. He was a clear communicator and I didnt feel pressured when I spoke with him. Id highly recommend this place to anyone who is looking to get work done on their car.

Ro
Review №58

I recently took my 2000 NISSAN XTERRA SE to Transmasters Miramar for an emission control issue, a leak on the intake manifold/plenum gasket and a bad universal joint Sam, whom I have known for several years now explained to me in detail what the jobs would be required to fix the issues and provided me with the repair cost estimate. After authorizing Sam to proceed with the repair, he was able to fix the issues on my vehicle in a timely manner. I am quite satisfied with the service (as always) that Sam provides in taking care of my vehicle. He is a straight shooter and very courteous in dealing with his customers. Sam is a true a professional and a valuable asset to Transmasters. Thanks a lot, Sam! Much appreciate it. Keep up the good work!Strongly recommend Transmasters to my friends and relatives! Go see Sam!

Mu
Review №59

I have been bringing my cars to TransMasters for the past 10+ years. Most recently, I brought in my Toyota Minivan for 60K service and Sam explained the work that was going to be done in the car. He went over the details associated with each filter that was being replaced and the need to do it at a specific mileage. As part of the maintenance, his team identified a potential issue with my rear brake and called me to check if I had encountered any sound related issues with the brake. We did experience loud sounds when applying the brake I was happy that Transmasters caught the brake issue and fixed it in a timely manner. The last thing I would have wanted is to encounter a brake failure.In addition to the excellent service, Sam goes over options associated with the work being done. He provides recommendations on short-term fix vs long-term fix and provides you sufficient data to make a call depending on the amount of money you are willing to spend. There is no pressure to get extra work done and the committed work is done in a timely manner. More often than not, my car is always ready ahead of scheduled delivery time.I only have positive things to say about Sam and his crew and look forward to their continued excellent service towards my cars

Sr
Review №60

I took both of my cars (Odyssey and Civic) to this service center. For 2006 Honda Odyssey I got the 80K miles service done, this car was always used very infrequently and also was less maintained. I took it to Transmasters and I am very happy with the service rendered on the car. He inspected the car and came up with the bare minimum stuff to be done for my car which included rear shocks. After the service I took my car for several long drives and it felt like driving new car again. When my car started getting old I needed to find a very reliable service center and I am glad I found this through a friends referral.On my 2011 Honda Civic my rear door automatic locks stopped working. While I was getting the service done, I got my door locks fixed. At first I thought both the locks were bad, but he inspected and told me only one lock is broken and the others he adjusted to get it working.Both the visits were wonderful, I am going to go to this service center for rest of my car needs. One fantastic thing about this center is Sam quickly explains what the issue is through a very quick sketch on a white board in layman terms.

Ba
Review №61

I get my 2005 Toyota Corolla car regular maintenance and any other major service at Transmasters. Repair services are very professional and prompt.Sam gives all the details of the repairs and expenses break down.I always got quality service by maintaining schedule and repair prices are very competitive

Ma
Review №62

Theyre very professional and friendly as well. I needed a ride back home after dropping off my car and they helped me out. No diagnosis fee was charged too. And then plus military discount. Ill always bring my car for repairs when the need be.

Al
Review №63

Friendly, efficient, and an accurate quote.

Te
Review №64

Sam and TransMasters have been great. We have been going there for 3 years now and he is one of the most honest mechanics I have ever met. For no charge they once sent us back to the dealership when a problem was found that was subject to the extended emissions warrant (the regular warranty had expired). Its never fun having to take a car in for a problem, but it helps a lot when you can trust the guy you bring it to.Update: up to 4 years now and still a great place

Th
Review №65

Service is exactly what you absolutely need and nothing extra. This place is legit

Er
Review №66

Very trustworthy, professional, and thorough. My new place to take my vehicles.

Ir
Review №67

Transmasters team always take great care of our cars! They provide professional expertise and quality and timely work. I highly recommend partnering with them for your auto needs. Be assured, that you can fully trust them with your vehicles’ upkeeping and repairs.

Am
Review №68

Any given day any given time I will trust this place blindly. They’ve turned my doubtful VW CC car into a reliable trustable car again. Highly recommend this place.

Sa
Review №69

Sathya (aka Sam) has been taking care of my Car & Van for the past 7 years. He is honest and very helpful. I cant even think of going to some other place. Take your vehicle to Transmasters and have peace of mind :)

Ro
Review №70

Great people. Good work. They serviced my vehicle several times and I have always had a good experience.

Ma
Review №71

I was having problems with my wrx and they took care of me as quick as they could, and did an amazing job! Will be going to them for all my future car troubles

ve
Review №72

I have had Transmasters do my auto maintenance for the last 10 years or so. I wouldnt take my cars anywhere else. Honest automotive repair shops are extremely hard to find and Sam at Transmasters is one of them. Thanks for taking care of my cars, Sam!!

st
Review №73

Sam at Transmasters is very good, truthful and helpful. He has repaired the transmission for our Subaru Tribeca and it has extended the life of the vehicle. He and his mechanics work very hard to insure their clients are satisfied. I highly recommend Transmasters for auto service and transmission service.

Ma
Review №74

Transmasters Auto Care went way above and beyond when it came to servicing my 1989 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. There were many little, and large repairs that the owner Sam and his crew took care of and never even charged me full labor rates. He was more concerned about getting it right and making me a satisfied customer. All work was done to the highest standards. I would recommend Transmasters to anyone and already have. I give this place 5 STARS!!!

Le
Review №75

I have been to many places in the past to get my routine maintenance taken care of. Transmasters was the first place to actually spend the time to go over everything in depth and explain why they do the things the way they do… as well as the full consequence if you’re using cheap oil, skipping required maintenance. I have been here a few times now and I will continue to come here for all of my automotive needs. These guys are truly industry leaders.They ROCK!

Su
Review №76

Very good service. all my cars (audi) goes to his shop. He the best. Does tires, engine, oil all in one place. Satya does excellent job. Analyzes the problems just like engineer, explains you details.

Jo
Review №77

Good quality and timely repair. Sam is a very personable and provided a ride home while my vehicle was being repaired. In all fairness though, I did not like sitting there while picking up my vehicle, using my Wet Ones wipes to clean grease from the entire steering wheel before I could drive it. Didnt care to do the same to the very greasy floor mat at that time, which I did;nt see until the equally greasy paper floor mat on top was removed. I pointed it out but there was no offer to clean it.

su
Review №78

Sam was really helpful in explaining the jobs need to be done. He offered me a ride back and forth. Most importantly, good work on the car!!

Da
Review №79

Can always depend on Sam and his team to make the repairs in a timely manner at a fair price. Transmasters stands behind their work.

Jo
Review №80

Rick has given me great service on some difficult problems (rodents ate wiring loom)(earlier repair by another mechanic left bolts unsecured on torque converter)(water pump)(short in ignition)(alternator failed). He has been very fair in the hours charged for the non-standard repairs such as the wiring loom, bolts on torque converter and short in ignition. I also use him for routine oil changes. Its the kind of service one would get years ago when there was a neighborhood mechanic youd been going to for years. Hes very knowledgeable and has the latest in electronic diagnostic devices.

Zu
Review №81

Amazing experience all around would definitely recommend to others looking for a knowledgeable mechanic team with great communication skills! Thank you, Sam!

Ro
Review №82

Had my 2004 Volvo V40 PnP transmission switch replaced in addition to a transmission fluid change. Sam was very helpful in communicating the repairs needed and/or recommended and helpful with information and advice pertaining to the situation and car in general.

Ma
Review №83

Honest and dependable. Goes out of his way to take care of his clients needs. Sam is awesome and very friendly, not to mention he knows his stuff and professional

Jo
Review №84

I started going to Transmasters in 2009, when my Suburban transmission failed. I have three cars, all of which are high mileage. Sam Muniraj, the owner, has since rebuilt or repaired two other transmissions, two engines, a differential, replaced various suspension parts, and performed several brake jobs. When I was looking for a transmission shop in 2009, I wanted a shop that was capable of doing their own repair work. I did not want to go to Shop X for transmission work, Shop Y for engine work, and Shop Z for everything else. I found Transmasters to be one of the few shops in Miramar area that is capable of doing complete drive train service and most other vehicle services.In working with Sam for almost 10 years now, I have found him to be competent, honest, and competitively priced.I’ve seen some shops routinely charge almost a 200% markup on the retail price of name-brand parts. Sam’s invoices include part numbers and sell prices, and you can see by analyzing the cost of premium parts from parts houses that his markup is reasonable.Since I drive older cars, Sam often notes multiple findings when I take them in for service. Often I can’t afford to do all the repairs at once. At times like this I not only ask Sam what is important to do, but why. I’ve found him to be fair and pragmatic in describing what needs to be done now, and what can be deferred. As an example, I recently brought him a car with an oil pan leak. When he checked out the car, he also found that the oil leak had severely damaged the engine mounts. I was inclined to authorize only engine mount replacement. Sam pointed out that if the oil leak was not repaired, the oil seeping onto new mounts would damage them in a short period of time. And, he noted, much of the effort spent getting to the mounts would be repeated if the oil leak were repaired separately, thus it would make sense to do both together. While I preferred not to spend the money, I concurred with his analysis, and agreed to have both the mounts and the oil leak repaired at the same time, thus saving me money down the road.In all, I appreciate Sam’s work ethic and the competencies of his shop. Hes earned my trust, and I am happy to continue bringing my cars to him.

Go
Review №85

Very professional work and quick turn around time. Highly recommend Transmasters for auto care.

As
Review №86

Always helpful. I trust and appreciate their diagnosis and service. Ill keep going back and recommending them.

Bo
Review №87

Very polite and knowledgeable . Enjoyed my stop there.

Bo
Review №88

Sam and his team were efficient and knew what they were doing. I will return to them for more work in the future.

Ra
Review №89

Excellent service and prompt. Good honest advice did not sell things that were not necessary.

Ka
Review №90

Transmaster Autocare has most experienced staff to diagnose the root cause of the automobile issues and fix them with fairly market price or lower. They do the work in timely manner without compromising the quality of work. The staff are very friendly to receive the customers, they listen the problems of customers cars very patiently. They do some extra/ additional checkups on customer vehicles and suggest appropriate steps to follow. I have been visiting this place since 10 years, always they have been delivering the best work for my 2 cars on time. I didnt experience any failures of the fixes they made so far. I strongly recommend this place to visit for their any vehicle repairings.

Mo
Review №91

I have been a customer of Transmasters Transmissions since 2012 and have been completely satisfied with their service. 1) They are familiar with both American (Ford) and imported cars (Mini Cooper, BMW, Mercedes), 2) they are very honest (do not offer to you to repair or replace a part when that part can still work safely, 3) They hold to their promises and get the job done within the planned time frame, 4) their price is very reasonable (I never felt that I am paying too much for any work they have done for me).

Ba
Review №92

Reposting my review here from yelpMy car got a new life, thanks to Transmasters!! I drive a 11 year old car and I recently had the check engine light and AT light come on at the same time. The transmission would not shift after 3rd gear. I took my car to another service station nearby (supposed to be very good with transmissions). They told my transmission needs a rebuild and gave me a quote for $2500. I was contemplating whether to rebuild or buy a new car since it was costing more than the resale value.Meanwhile, I was shopping around for transmission rebuild and thats when I found Transmasters. When I spoke to Sam, he suggested that I drop off the car and let him do the diagnosis first. It turned out that the transmission was fine, the onboard computer is what went bad so it was sending incorrect signal to the transmission. It costed much less to replace the onboard computer and my car is running like new now!!I am completely blown by the honesty and knowledge Transmasters brings to its customers. Sam also gave recommendations to keep the car running like new and prolong its life. Highly recommend taking your car to Transmasters for any maintenance needs. They also gave me a 2 year/24000 mile warranty on parts and labor for the work done. Couldnt ask for more!!

Pa
Review №93

Very satisfied with the quality of repairs and overall service. Prices are very reasonable.

Vi
Review №94

Excellent service. Staff was friendly and detailed oriented. Got my car on time.

Ta
Review №95

We brought our car to Sams store about 2 years ago. This is A place you can trust. They are very honest, competent, and friendly. We will not go anywhere else. Sam can also take care of other automobile issues besides transmission matter.

ST
Review №96

Transmasters is a great shop, Sam has fit me into his schedule quickly each time. My Jeep has a CarMax warranty and they honor it here.

Ja
Review №97

I was referred to come here from another repair shop to replace a rear main seal and Im glad I was. Owner Sam and his mechanics had my car finished in no time and at a very reasonable price. I really liked how Sam sent pictures of the seal leaking so I could see that it really did need to be replaced. This is a very honest repair shop in my opinion.

Ro
Review №98

Sam and his staff are reliable, professional and trustworthy. I keep on coming back with the family cars.

me
Review №99

Sam is helpful and patientThis place is recommended to me by a friend and I am so happy to stop by hereSam described every single problem with my car very clear.I gave them 5 stars and recommend it

Be
Review №100

Sam is invested in his customers. His goals are always to make sure the work is performed correctly, on time and his prices are fair. We have trusted him for years and HIGHLY recommend him.

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100 Comments
4.9 Rating
  • Address:8008 Miramar Rd, San Diego, CA 92126, United States
  • Site:http://transmasters.com/
  • Phone:+1 858-693-8282
Categories
  • Brake shop
  • Auto repair shop
  • Engine rebuilding service
  • Oil change service
  • Radiator repair service
  • Transmission shop
  • Truck repair shop
Working hours
  • Monday:8AM–5PM
  • Tuesday:8AM–5PM
  • Wednesday:8AM–5PM
  • Thursday:8AM–5PM
  • Friday:9AM–1PM
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:8AM–5PM
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom:Yes
Offerings
  • Oil change:Yes
Amenities
  • Mechanic:Yes
  • Restroom:Yes
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
  • LGBTQ friendly:Yes
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