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Sunshine Auto Repair

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Providing affordable Auto Repair for El Cajon, CA . We specialize in SUV, Cars, Trucks, Commercial Vehicles, etc...

We are a Family Run business providing Automotive Care for East County for over 20 years. Your car will run better and longer with our long term care.
Providing affordable Auto Repair for El Cajon, CA . We specialize in SUV, Cars, Trucks, Commercial Vehicles, etc...

We are a Family Run business providing Automotive Care for East County for over 20 years. Your car will run better and longer with our long term care.

Categories
Transmission Repair, Oil Change, Auto Maintenance
Contact
(619) 444-1696

Business Hours

Mon
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tue
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wed
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thu
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Fri
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Sat
closed
Sun
closed
* Pacific Time (Us & Canada)
151 S Sunshine Ave El Cajon, CA 92020
Sunshine Auto Repair's Reviews
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4.9
(475 Reviews)

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Spring Valley, CA
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06/09/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Friendly, knowledgeable and curtious
The service was very smooth. You don’t feel like they are trying to take advantage of you. They make sure you are comfortable with everything before they do the work. Will definitely come back
Sunshine Auto Team from Sunshine Auto Repair responded on 06/10/2025 08:23 AM

Thank you very much for your kind review! Providing honest and quality repairs is our top priority! We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive feedback. We're here to help whenever you need us!


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Derick S.
El Cajon, CA
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06/07/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
It was quick and fast
They provided a quick and easy experience that made it super easy for me 10 out of 10 place
Sunshine Auto Team from Sunshine Auto Repair responded on 06/10/2025 08:20 AM

Thank you, Derick! We’re so glad to hear your experience was quick and easy. That’s exactly what we aim for. We appreciate the 10 out of 10 and look forward to helping you again whenever you need us.


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Steve L.
El Cajon, CA
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06/05/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Great Service - No Upselling
Sam is good people and provides excellent customer service. I appreciate the honesty and he never upsells you into unnecessary repairs. It is hard to find good honest repair shops, especially nowadays. Also, their prices are not unreasonable, but auto repairs are not cheap on these current autos. You save money here because they never upsell. I highly recommend Sunshine Auto Repair.
Sunshine Auto Team from Sunshine Auto Repair responded on 06/06/2025 05:24 PM

Hi Steve, 
Thank you so much for the kind words and recommendation! We're grateful for your trust in our team and truly appreciate you recognizing Sam’s honesty and commitment to quality service. At Sunshine Auto Repair, we believe in providing straightforward, dependable auto care without pushing unnecessary repairs. It's great to hear that our approach has made a positive difference for you. We're here whenever you need us!


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Derek P.
El Cajon, CA
Ford Pickup
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06/03/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Overlooking issues on my truck
Was recommended here and couldn’t be more happier with their service ! Very friendly and straight to the point as to what kinda of repairs I would need .
Sunshine Auto Team from Sunshine Auto Repair responded on 06/03/2025 06:19 PM

Thank you, Derek! We're so glad to hear that you had a positive experience and that our team could provide clear, honest guidance on your repairs. We truly appreciate the recommendation and your trust in Sunshine Auto Repair. We're here whenever you need us!


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Rick M.
El Cajon, CA
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06/01/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Dependable and Honest
We are long term customers of Sunshine Auto. Sam takes the time to explain exactly what needs to be done and informs you of what are critical repairs and optional so that you make informed decisions. They honor warranties and quickly remediate issues (if any). We love Sunshine Auto....primarily because of Sam.
Sunshine Auto Team from Sunshine Auto Repair responded on 06/02/2025 08:55 AM

Thank you so much, Rick! We truly value your continued trust and loyalty over the years. Sam and the entire team at Sunshine Auto Repair are committed to honest, transparent service, and it means a lot to know that’s been your experience. We’re always here to help keep your vehicles running smoothly!


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Jean M.
El Cajon, CA
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05/28/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Great service work done explained
Time for work done and estimate cost exactly as given Thanks
Sunshine Auto Team from Sunshine Auto Repair responded on 05/29/2025 03:58 PM

Thank you, Jean! We're glad to hear everything went just as expected. Providing accurate estimates and timely service is something we take pride in at Sunshine Auto Repair. We appreciate your trust and look forward to helping you again when needed!
 
 
 
 


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Rafael G.
El Cajon, CA
Ford Cutaway
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05/27/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Quality work
Sam and his team always provide quality service and craftsmanship. It’s hard to find a trustworthy mechanic, but since bringing my vehicles to sunshine auto. I never worry that my Mechanic is dishonest or sketchy.
Sunshine Auto Team from Sunshine Auto Repair responded on 05/28/2025 07:47 AM

Thank you so much for your kind words and continued trust! We know how important it is to feel confident in your mechanic, and we’re grateful you’ve chosen Sunshine Auto Repair. Sam and our team take pride in delivering honest, high-quality work and truly appreciate your support. We're always here when you need us!


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Kelly B.
Marysville, CA
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05/24/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Best service very fast!
I don’t live in town and my truck started to break down. I called them and they took my truck right away. Got the parts the same day and did great work and the truck has never run so smoothly.

The best part though was the customer service, OJ was great and very communicative.


Overall I was happy with my experience, I wish this shop was closer to home!
Sunshine Auto Team from Sunshine Auto Repair responded on 05/24/2025 06:32 PM

Hi Kelly,

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review! We’re really glad we could help get your truck back on the road quickly and smoothly, especially since you were visiting from out of town. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to OJ—he’ll be happy to hear them.

It means a lot to know you were pleased with both the service and the experience. If you're ever in the area again and need anything, we’ve got you covered!


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Aurelio P.
San Diego, CA
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05/23/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Great and honest service!
It's hard to find a mechanic who is trustworthy, honest, and fair. Sunshine Auto is all of the above. Their service is top-notch, their pricing is fair, and they will give you an honest opinion on whether a repair or service is urgent or not.

I highly recommend Sunshine Auto Repair.
Sunshine Auto Team from Sunshine Auto Repair responded on 05/23/2025 08:47 AM

Hi Aurelio, 
Thank you for the thoughtful review and for placing your trust in us. It means a lot to hear that you value our honesty and service. We always aim to give straightforward advice and fair pricing so our customers can make informed decisions. We appreciate the recommendation and are here whenever you need us!


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Tara F.
El Cajon, CA
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05/21/2025
10
100% Trust
This is the best auto shop I’ve ever been to. I trust them completely. Sam is always incredibly friendly and helpful and is very thorough when I need an explanation!
Sunshine Auto Team from Sunshine Auto Repair responded on 05/21/2025 06:30 PM

Hi Tara,

Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re truly grateful for your trust and are happy to hear that Sam and the team continue to provide the service and clarity you deserve. We’re always here when you need us!


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Romelia E.
El Cajon, CA
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05/16/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Sam and mechanics are awesome
Sam is very thorough in getting information to help in understanding the car issues, very efficient on estimates. Mechanics getting the work done in a timely manner. I've been a customer for many years, more than 10.
Excellent work.
Excellent customer service.
AMEN.
Sunshine Auto Team from Sunshine Auto Repair responded on 05/19/2025 09:41 AM

Hi Romelia,

Thank you so much for the kind words and for being a loyal customer for over a decade — that truly means a lot to us. We're glad to hear that Sam and the team continue to provide the clear communication, efficient service, and quality work you can count on. We appreciate your trust and support over the years!


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Jeff F.
El Cajon, CA
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05/12/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Great work!
I now have a trusted mechanic to take my vehicles to.Thanks!
Sunshine Auto Team from Sunshine Auto Repair responded on 05/12/2025 04:31 PM

Hi Jeff, 
Thank you for the great review! We're honored to be your go-to shop and truly appreciate your trust. We're always here whenever you need us!


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Mike R.
El Cajon, CA
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05/02/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Carburetor rebuild master cylinder rebuild
If you got a vintage car this is the place to go, they take care of you nobody else will touch my car except Sam and the crew down there at sunshine I'll definitely be back.
Sunshine Auto Team from Sunshine Auto Repair responded on 05/02/2025 11:55 AM

Hi Mike, 
Thank you for the kind words and for trusting Sam and the team with your vehicle. We're glad to hear you had a great experience and that you feel confident bringing your vintage car to us. We truly appreciate your support and are here whenever you need us.


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Sheri H.
El Cajon, CA
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04/29/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Sunshine Auto Repair never fails to provide excellent, professional service at a reasonable price.
I have used Sunshine for many years. The people there, and most especially Sam, are top notch. I know I can depend on the work they do, and not worry that I'm being taken advantage of. This type of business ethic is few and far between these days, so it is all the more appreciated.
Sunshine Auto Team from Sunshine Auto Repair responded on 04/29/2025 07:16 AM

Hi Sheri, 
Thank you so much for your continued trust and support over the years. It truly means a lot to us. Sam and the entire team take a lot of pride in providing honest, dependable service, and we’re grateful to have customers like you who appreciate the way we do business. We’re always here whenever you need us!


Verified Customer
El Cajon, CA
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04/27/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Outstanding Service
I'm so glad I found this auto repair shop in El Cajon. Big thank you to Sam and everyone else on the Team. Very polite, detailed, knowledgeable and thorough in all work that is performed. Very trustworthy!
Sunshine Auto Team from Sunshine Auto Repair responded on 04/28/2025 08:05 PM

Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re really glad you found us too. Sam and the rest of the team work hard to make sure every customer feels taken care of, and it means a lot to hear your feedback. We’re always here whenever you need us!


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