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. He's earned my trust, and I am happy to continue bringing my cars to him.

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 didn't 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 it's 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, I'm in the same spot as before. I don't 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.

Don't trust this business - SAM from Transmasters will not take responsibility for his mistakes. Came in for a radiator change for my Lexus IS350 - charged $860 bucks, not too bad. The problem is he did a shotty job, cut one of the hoses too short, causing the fluid to leak out, making my car overheat. (On top of this, it was later discovered that the new radiator was faulty as well, this was a separate problem from the hose being cut too short causing the fluid to leak out.) I was in another state when this happened, so I had to take it to another mechanic, to have the EXACT same procedure done! I was charged roughly the same price ($860, new radiator install.) The second mechanic I took it to described the first job as "complete incompetence." After contacting SAM from Transmasters he admitted but only agreed to give me only 50% of the money back... What the heck!? This was after he tried to initially give me nothing back, and refer me to his attorney! WOW! This was 100% his fault and 0% anyone else's, but he just didn't want to take responsibility and give me the refund. Ok then. Trying to refer me to his attorney was very bad. It was at this point that I realized this guy was not trustworthy. After all was said and done I only got half the refund and had to pay DOUBLE for a radiator change, due to SAM's shotty work and lack of personal responsibility. So I got screwed for half of the cost of the first radiator change, plus the cost of the second tow! $600! Not worth pursuing legal action over but man... what a headache. DO NOT TRUST. In closing: Highly regrettable experience with Sam at Transmasters. Will not use again, will NOT recommend to a friend.

I first went to TransMasters about 4 years ago with a 1995 Ford Windstar with 137K, totally gone reverse gear. Sam informed me that this transmission model was only used in select Ford models and was known for problems after 100K miles. I had them install the new transmission and drove it until it DIED at 350K (NOT A TRANNY PROBLEM!) During this time I sent a friend with a PT Cruiser that had been into the DEALER 6 time in 4 years for tranmission problem without being fixed. Sam worked with this neighbor since she didn't have alot of money, and fixed her car right the FIRST time! This PT Cruiser has now traveled for San Diego to Boston 2 time without and problems. Recently I picked up a 1998 Windstar that (CLUNKED) from 1st to 2nd. Taking to to TRANSMASTERS Sam said that it needed to be opened up and looked at to figure out what the problem is. Well the presure disc was leaking and stripped out the gears, total rebuild. OK lets do it and 7 day later I got it back running fantastic. Yesterday my check engine light came on and the trans seamed sluggish, took it into Sam this morning. Said the CODE was O2 sensor not transmission, but instead of just leaving it at that and saving WE CAN CHARGE YOU for whatever, HE SAID I WILL HAVE MY TECH TAKE A LOOK AT IT for FREE!!!!!! Come to find out a hose to the EGR was loose, easy fix and the check engine light is off. I don't know what else anyone would look for in a TRANMISSION shop. They have treated me right, and I will send everyone I can there.

We were down on our luck on the Christmas of 2001. We had just had our 3rd child when the car began to act up. My wife and I were both mechanics and the diagnosis initially was the transmission. We had already been talking about Christmas that year and how broke we were. We had a plan to ensure that we would have a nice Christmas dinner and gifts for the children. What we hadn't planned for was the car trouble. We took the car to various transmission shops for a free estimate. All of the estimates were between 1500 to 2500 dollars for repair or removal and replacement of a new tranny. We simply didn't have the money for it. I remember applying to several credit card companies so that we could put the cost on there when the manager from Transmasters on Miramar rd. called me. He asked if I could get the family and come into the shop that day. Deidre and I got the kids dressed and ready to roll and headed to Transmasters. When I arrived they had a contract ready for me to sign. I looked it over and they were basically giving me the new transmission for free. The only thing that he asked was that me and the family take a photo with him and the shop which we gladly obliged. I spoke with the manager and he said, Mr. Smith, it just feels like the right thing to do, do you know what I mean? I said yes sir and we our greatful that there are still people with compassion left in this country like you. Merry Christmas from Mr. Smith!

Reposting my review here from yelp My 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 that's 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 it's customers. Sam also gave recommendations to keep the car running like new and prolong it's 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. Couldn't ask for more!!

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

Wow !! Sam and his team really hooked me up. I'm 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. I'm glad I didn't. One of Sam's team's greatest assets is experience; they know all of the nuances and trouble areas with contemporary transmissions; especially computer controlled overdrive automatics. Sam's 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 mechanic's 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.

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.

I had a dilemma with my vehicle last week, when I was told that I needed a very expensive repair by a mechanic I didn't 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. It's 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.

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!

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!

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!!!

I've 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. Sam's 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, it's just the opposite – you’ll be eager to have him address/resolve issues with your car that you’ve avoided or didn't know about. It's almost like visiting a trusted family physician. What a relief! I will certainly return here for other types of repair work.

I was referred to Sam from another mechanic who wasn’t able to do the extensive work on my Honda Accord. It needed a ton of work and Sam helped me understand all the options involved in the repair and we both agreed to just swap the engine with a newer one instead of repairing the old one. With used car prices being so high I feel like this was the best option and after driving my car I am very happy with my decision. Sam had great communication the whole time and would update me as new things came up that needed attention and he also explained to me all the warranties envolved so I don’t have to worry for the foreseeable future. I am very happy with the work Sam and the guys at transmasters did for me and I will be using them as my sole mechanic moving forward.

Sam and his mechanics were so helpful in pin pointing the problem that was causing the noise in my escalade! I came from another mechanic shop to Sam's mechanic shop for help and got it! Sam diagnosed the problem and then took pictures and sent them to me to show me what was needed to be replaced and why. He did not encourage anything to fix that other mechanics encourage and He did not break something while fixing it that other mechanics secretly do. I really appreciate honest and fair mechanic shops like Transmasters Auto Care because they do the job right the first time and will have you back on the road. Thank you Sam and Transmasters Auto Care! I recommend Transmasters Auto Care to anyone who wants work done right and at a fair price!

This is my go to place for any automotive needs. They are honest, hard working, and do a good job. They are very communicative when they have your vehicle, I got my truck towed to them and they called me when they received it and kept me updated through our two days that they had it. They did a great job of answering my questions and making me feel comfortable about the work they were doing. They always asked before performing any services and told me exactly how much it was going to cost. I would have given them 5 stars but they forgot to put my engine cover back on and I had to go back and get it afterwards. But other than that small thing these guys did a fantastic job and I highly recommend them.

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 customer's 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 didn't experience any failures of the fixes they made so far. I strongly recommend this place to visit for their any vehicle repairings.

I have an older 2003 Toyota Camry that I plan to drive for a few more years, and I've taken it to Transmasters twice in the past 5 years to replace some aging parts. For the most recent repair, I knew my control arms needed to be replaced (among a few other things). Even after moving to Orange County I went back to Transmasters since I had such a good experience and wanted to go somewhere I can trust to do an honest full vehicle inspection. The owner Sam took the time to go through all my options and costs without any pressure, which was super helpful especially since I have an older vehicle. All my experiences here have been great and I would recommend Transmasters!

After getting a $10k quote from the dealer in Carlsbad for my transmission repair and a host of other repairs that were unnecessary, I took my 4Runner to Sam who diagnosed the issue promptly and gave me more than one option to repair or replace my aging transmission. He was honest, upfront, and on time with his quote and services, actually ahead of schedule on the repair. Sam charged me exactly what we agreed upon and was a pleasure to deal with. I would recommend anyone to him for any service he offers. Thanks again Sam for the amazing experience I had working with you and your team getting my 4Runner back into good working order.

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. It's the kind of service one would get years ago when there was a neighborhood mechanic you'd been going to for years. He's very knowledgeable and has the latest in electronic diagnostic devices.

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 don't ask so I feel like I'm part of the process. I don't 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 I'll get the real answers here as to what my car needs. This place keeps my car running smoothly and safely for a reasonable price.

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!

The 'Check Engine Light' was on and the dashboard restarted in the middle of driving, causing a temporary lock of speed at ~ 20 mph. After realizing that I would need to spend a lot of time calling and waiting for the responses from the dealer to figure out how to send my car to their place safely, I found TransMasters on Google. Sam responded quickly and communicated in a very professional and friendly way. He helped me with the towing service and kept me updated during inspection and repairing. I got my car repaired within 3 days. They are great!

I recently paid a visit to Transmasters because my car was experiencing some transmission issues and I couldn't 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 didn't feel pressured when I spoke with him. I'd highly recommend this place to anyone who is looking to get work done on their car.

Awesome! I replaced my Camry 2017 transmission in October last year. Recently, I felt same problem happened such as vibration at low speed. So, I thought this would be transmission problem again. But, after test driving by Sam with computer diagnosis, it was not the transmission problem. It was some sensor(fuel injection to transmission) problem due to carbon residue. It was cleared after several hours and the problem was gone way. It is really nice experience and thanks to Sam and his team. They are real! Thanks.

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).

I had an issue with my car, and they kindly took a look at it for me, it just so happened to be a week where I was going to be out of town which made me nervous. I ran into an issue and was not able to have the car picked up because I was not in town. They were extremely kind and understanding. I highly highly recommend this shop. I will be bringing all my cars here in the future. They were honest with me. They were helpful. This is a shop you can definitely trust. Highly recommend. Thank you

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. Did'nt 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.

Sam is my new guy! I have used other mechanics around Miramar and Black Mountian Rd and Sam has been reliable and honest. He knows how to trouble shoot and will let you know a few possible scenarios why your car has issues. No big surprises when it comes to repair. Work is good and prices are comparable to other shops (I've gotten quotes from other shops for certain repairs and Sam was either around the ball park of a quote from others, or slightly cheaper). Definitely sticking with this guy!

Sam is the Man! It would be impossible for me to recommend a mechanic other than Sam for any and all of your automotive needs. He showed my wife and I how knowledgeable and professional he is in his trade and he treated us with grace and respect. I never leave reviews on anything regardless of how much I may have enjoyed that particular product. Thats a fact! Thats how you know that Sam is the real deal. Transmissions, engines or even an oil change. SAM is the guy for you.

I've been coming here for years and every time I've 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. I've 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).

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). It's 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

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!

I couldn't 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.

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!!!

Had a 2008 Porsche Cayenne in need of a smog test however a check engine light came on. Took it to Transmasters and had the high pressure pump replaced to solve the issue. Transmasters did a good job in diagnosing and fixing the problem and the charge was very reasonable. Also they took care of having the car smogged. Thank you Transmasters specially to Sam for getting me back on the road. I appreciate the kind and professional service.

I brought my 2011 Ford F-150 EcoBoost in for an inspection as I had a fluid leak. They uncovered that it was rusted connections that needed replacement. They put the vehicle on a lift and showed me exactly where the issues were and what the resolution was. Prior to any work, they broke down what the costs were going to be and were super transparent. I highly recommend this shop and I will be back as I need future service on my vehicle.

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 won't regret going to Sam at Transmasters!

Transmasters has recently become my go to for my car issues. They are patient, understanding, and are willing to work closely to your warranty provider. I was having serious transmission problems and after taking it to Transmasters, it was resolved within my warranty boundaries and they kept up constant communication with me. Some places take advantage of your lack of mechanical know-how, Transmasters doesn't.

Always do the work quickly but even more importantly they are honest to a fault. They once found an issue with my 6 year old VW GTI which was out of warranty, but realized it would be covered by the extended emissions warranty so they put everything back together without charge and sent me for free service at the VW dealership. This is the sort of honesty that has made me a repeat customer for life.

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!

I have been taking my cars to Transmasters for the last 3 years and they have always done a great job. Sam explains the issues clearly and is very clear about costs and repair times. Whether it is regular maintenance like oil and filter changes or more detailed repairs, Transmasters does excellent job and provide great service at very reasonable rates. I will highly recommend them to everybody.

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.

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.

Took it in with a check engine light and a bunch of others flashing. I knew I was going to need some work done, and everything was right in line with what I was expecting. I took it in on Wednesday morning, they diagnosed it, ordered the parts, and had it fixed Thursday afternoon. The cost was exactly what I expected and I figure I have another 100k left on the Outback now. Happy.

I have been using Transmasters for over 10 Years. Reasonable pricing and more importantly trustworthy. Sam is very knowledgeable and clearly explains what needs to be done and why. Last week I had two of vehicles in for routine service. Even though Sam had a busy schedule , he worked with me to find a time slot that was convenient for me. As usual the service was professional

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.

Our poor old van, Elsie...a 2001 Dodge. She's a trooper and she keeps on truckin' with a little help from her friends. Sam's the BEST!! This time, she needed a new radiator. The old one started leaking after 22 years on the road! Sam found the parts, replaced them, charged a reasonable price for the work and got Elsie back on the road for a few more gigs. Thanks, Sam!!

Mm local shop doesn't 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.

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 it's 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.

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.

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.

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!

I was referred to come here from another repair shop to replace a rear main seal and I'm 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.

I had a very good experience at the shop. The owner or manager showed me step by step on the progress of the of the engine repairing. He sent me pictures on the phone before and after. Problem it wouldnt pass smog check. i appreciate that and the honesty he showed about what the cost would be. Very happy with their excellent service. Job well done!

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.

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

Had a beyond 5 star experience with Transmasters on my Mercedes. They advised me of various options and went the extra mile. We ran into an u foreseen challenge and they did not charge me extra to square it a way. Hoping I don’t have transmission issues on any of my other cars but if Indo will certainly be taking them here.

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.

I found Transmasters Auto Care near my workplace when my car's engine light came on. The owner, Sam provided me with effective solutions. The staff there are friendly and professional, delivering exceptional service at a reasonable price. I highly recommend Transmasters Auto Care for their quick and skilled work.

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!

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.

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.

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

I had an excellent experience at Transmasters auto care. The communication from Sam via phone, text, and in person before, during, and after my appointment made me feel confident and comfortable with their services. I would definitely return for future maintenance and highly recommend Sam and his team!

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.

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!).

I have been taking my Lexus RX 300 SUV to Transmasters for years. Sam and his team do excellent work and the prices are much lower than a Lexus dealership. They have done everything from replace my transmission to repair a broken trunk latch. I highly recommend them.

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.

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, sends text message with the pictures about the engine problems.

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

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.

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!

Oil leak around valve cover, torque rod on engine mount replaced, Power Steering pump replaced. Sam is really great and takes care of car. Stay on top of keeping you informed on progress of your car and how long it will take. I will definitely use them again.

Excellent diagnosis and a great customer service experience. I have owned the car for 11 years and this was the first time it wasn't serviced by the original dealer. Great recommendation from a friend. Sam is one of my newest discovery and best of 2019.

I have had Transmasters do my auto maintenance for the last 10 years or so. I wouldn't 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!!

Sam seemed to be very knowledgeable of what was going on with my car. He gave me a few options of how to repair the problem. He kept me aware of the status of the vehicle. I am very happy with the service. I’ll be back to have my other cars serviced.

Very professional and doesn't inflate the bills recommending unnecessary repairs- this is common issue with most service centers. This is absolutely the best. I have been using this service center for the past 2 years, i will not go anywhere else.

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!!

They're 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. I'll always bring my car for repairs when the need be.

Sam and his employees are some of the best repair team in the San Diego area. I always take my 2017 Audi A4 whenever I have mechanical issues and Sam is always quick to fix it and at half the price of the dealership down the street from his

We brought our car to Sam's 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.

Highly recommend Transmaster auto care to everyone. They listened to what i needed to be fixed and the guy I talked to was very understanding, his name is Sam. This auto care is very honest and I think is one of the good ones out there.

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;

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.

I'm grateful for the work Transmasters has done for me recently. One vehicle had a transmission issue that they were able to troubleshoot and save me over a $1000 compared to what the dealer quoted me. My other vehicle just needed

My car received excellent service at Transmasters and I would definitely take my car here again in the future. Sam was very thorough in describing the problems they found with my car and showing me exactly what was fixed.

Sathya (aka Sam) has been taking care of my Car & Van for the past 7 years. He is honest and very helpful. I can't even think of going to some other place. Take your vehicle to Transmasters and have peace of mind :)

Sam is the best, honest and open about estimate and service. After expecting a full rebuild which would have been easily over 2k he had me back up and running with just a quick 500$ repair. Customer for life

Can't say enough good about this place. My old range rover had some shifting errors, Sam was able to identify what it wasn't, fix everything and get me back on the road within a day. Absolutely awesome crew!

Sam did a thorough inspection of my car and made his recommendations . He is very professional and a good listener. I never felt rushed and was happy with the 75000 miles service. I will definitely go back.

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!

I needed my rear main seal replaced. Price was in line with the estimate. Sam warned me of potential issues in advance which fortunately I did not have. Great service. I highly recommend them.

Sam was very communicative throughout the whole process. Everything was clearly explained to me in an open and honest way. I recommend Transmasters to anyone who needs work done on their car.

Brought van in for transmission repair. Received service I could only dream about. Honest, dependable, trustworthy and communicative. Can't say enough good about Sam and his crew. Five stars!

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.

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.

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

They misdiagnosed my car and spent 2,000 on something that didn’t need to be fixed. Now my car is broke down and I could’ve used that money to actually fix it. They took advantage.