We specialize in American and Japanese cars, trucks, and SUVs. Jay's Car Repair is a full service automotive repair and maintenance shop serving the San Clemente area with many years of consistent and friendly service. Trust us for all your factory scheduled maintenance. Our technicians use the most advanced diagnostic tools to insure your car gets fixed professionally the first time.
We warranty our work 24 months or 24,000 miles. We can perform most minor services and pre-purchase inspections while you wait in the comfort of our waiting room, all we ask is that you call us for an appointment so that we can get you in and out promptly and efficiently. If you're in the the San Clemente area, and need work done on your car then Jay's Car Repair is the spot for you!"".
We warranty our work 24 months or 24,000 miles. We can perform most minor services and pre-purchase inspections while you wait in the comfort of our waiting room, all we ask is that you call us for an appointment so that we can get you in and out promptly and efficiently. If you're in the the San Clemente area, and need work done on your car then Jay's Car Repair is the spot for you!"".
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Jay is a friendly and honest mechanic. I've been a part of the "family" for years now. If you're in the the San Clemente area, and need work done on your car then Jay's Car Repair is the spot for you! Jay is the BEST! Not only does he beat the prices of other Auto Repair shops around town (AND the dealerships), he has the best customer service!
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Crystal C.
Nov 02, 2021
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Jr R.
Sep 24, 2021
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LiLiE DeLeOn
Jul 14, 2021
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I'd like to give a Huge shout-out/Thank you to Jay's Car Repair! I was in San Diego for my son's Box Lacrosse tournament this past weekend. On our 8 hour drive back home, my car began to act up. Kids were scared because of the car trembling. I quickly looked for auto shops near by. I arrived at Jay's and explained to the gentleman at the front office (assuming the owner) what was going on. After communicating with the mechanic, he said they would help us to make sure we get home safe. This is hands down the BEST service I've ever had. Despite them being fully booked all week, they found time to
Tony Farias
Jul 03, 2021
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J. David
Jun 23, 2021
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Came to Jay with an unknown cause of a P219a. A garage previous had incorrectly diagnosed it twice and I was fed up. Within the same working day, they were able to call me and tell me what they thought the problem was. Unfortunately they weren't able to help me with the problem, since it would have required them to tear apart my engine. However, the honesty and helpfulness from Jay, and a recommendation to Ocean Breeze, is the only reason my car is running smoothly right now! Not to mention his diagnosis was spot on even though he didn't even pull apart my engine, I would highly recommend them
Dee Jones
May 28, 2021
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Tiffany H.
May 21, 2021
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Dominic and the mechanics at Jay's Car Repair are awesome! I continue to be impressed with the level of service and the honesty from them. We were planning to go on a road trip and a couple days before we left our air conditioner stopped working. I took it to Jay's and Dominic went above and beyond to ensure that our car would be ready for our trip. I highly recommend this shop for all your car needs!
Elie Pothier
Apr 21, 2021
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Devyyy Sweete
Mar 14, 2021
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1st time customer here ! At first, I called because I had popped my tire and am sort of new to the area & was a little clueless. They highly recommended Hollys Tires and that was my first high point! Then I realized something was wrong with my coolant tank. Either leaking or just something plain wrong bc I just had an oil change. Dominic told me to stop by and they’d take a look & top me off and we’d go from there. Not 2 days later, my car was sensing that I was out of coolant again. Dominic scheduled me quickly and they had me back driving within the day! Superior customer service! I’m really
Michelle Getty
Feb 21, 2021
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Stacy E.
Feb 13, 2021
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Kevin T.
Jan 31, 2021
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Sherry S.
Jan 23, 2021
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Christine McKibban
Jan 02, 2021
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Dominic, the new owner, and the team at Jay's are incredible to work with! They are always done on time, cost estimates are spot on, and repairs costs are very fair. I have had my share of repair shops, dealerships, and even the big name chains that do oil changes try to take advantage of me when I take my car in for repair or service. I have NEVER felt that way at Jay's. The team is friendly, have my safety and the health of my car set as their priority, and their prices were a third of what the BMW dealership wanted to charge me. They have me and my family as clients for life!
Ryan T.
Dec 17, 2020
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Gianni R.
Dec 17, 2020
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Tracy F.
Dec 02, 2020
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Jay and his staff--including Dominic at the front desk--are awesome!!! Great value for what you get vs what you pay. Jay is always honest and real and doesn't try to sell you what you'd think need OR TRY TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF SINGLE WOMEN that may not be car savvy. I have gone to him for eight years with my 2003 expedition and will continue to go to him with my new civic. WE LOVE JAY!!! And everyone there!!! They call to approve repairs that come up instead of stocking me after the fact.
Fran B.
Oct 12, 2020
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I've posted very positive reviews when Jay/Tara owned this wonderful car repair shop. I have to say that the new owner, Dominic, is super ... you done good in letting him take over. He is as fair,kind, honest, friendly and reliable as both of you were ... I can't say enough about the mechanics!!! This is the very BEST car repair in South Orange County!
Mark Andersen
Sep 06, 2020
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Caution: new owner. Take into account with prior reviews.
New owner did not treat us as well as prior owner. Beware change of management and now philosophy it’s not about treating client right.
Management needs to check in with client on amount you want to spend before presenting oversized assessment charge.
New owner did not treat us as well as prior owner. Beware change of management and now philosophy it’s not about treating client right.
Management needs to check in with client on amount you want to spend before presenting oversized assessment charge.
Grant P.
Aug 29, 2020
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Lenny M.
Aug 12, 2020
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Lizzie D.
Jun 22, 2020
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Miles M.
Nov 10, 2019
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Spencer K.
Nov 02, 2019
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Jay is a tremendous mechanic. Direct, honest, reliable, reasonable. We have serviced our 2007 Toyota Tacoma and 2013 Lexus hybrid with Jay for a couple of years after trying several other mechanics. He will tell you exactly what is needed, and won't waste your time or money if something is truly not needed. We trust him without question.
There's a reason he has a 5 star review on Yelp and Google.
There's a reason he has a 5 star review on Yelp and Google.
Daren N.
Oct 09, 2019
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Just picked my 2012 Ford Edge up from these guys and feel the need to give them a Stella review. Had the Edge from new and done almost 200k, been a reliable work horse with limited issues. I took it to Jays for a service last year and just took it back for a front axel shaft assembly replacement, new belts, oil change, filter etc.
Called and booked it in yesterday, dropped the car off at 5.30am and had a call by lunch time to say work was done. Paid over the phone l, car was left with invoice as per instructions. Sub $600 and couldn't be happier with the work and customer service. Ready
Called and booked it in yesterday, dropped the car off at 5.30am and had a call by lunch time to say work was done. Paid over the phone l, car was left with invoice as per instructions. Sub $600 and couldn't be happier with the work and customer service. Ready
Karen D.
Aug 16, 2019
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