John's Automotive Care
6267 Riverdale St San Diego, California 92120| (619) 280-9315

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Used Vehicle Inspection

It’s always exciting to get a new car – even when it’s used. But it can feel like you’re going out on a limb a bit when you buy a used vehicle. I mean, people sell vehicles for...
Published on: Feb 23, 2025

John's Automotive Care Tech Question on Engine Failure

Question I’m Collins.  I had my engine go out and had to have it completely re-done.  What could I have done to prevent this? Answer You’ve got to feel for Collins: an expensi...
Published on: Mar 06, 2024

5 Tips for Buying Used in SAN DIEGO

Here are 5 tips from John's Automotive Care for used car buyers:1. Ask for service records. Most owners who document regular maintenance service take care of their vehicle.2. Inspect the vehicle thoro...
Published on: Sep 20, 2023

Used Car Inspections At John's Automotive Care

{{ image('MzA2') }} It's natural to be a little anxious when you buy a used car in SAN DIEGO: you worry that it has something wrong with it or that it hasn't been well maintained. If it's possible, b...
Published on: Feb 14, 2021

Used Vehicle Inspection

It’s always exciting to get a new car – even when it’s used. But it can feel like you’re going out on a limb a bit when you buy a used vehicle. I mean, people sell vehicles for...
Published on: Apr 15, 2019

Your Courtesy Inspection At John's Automotive Care In SAN DIEGO

Most people in SAN DIEGO, CA, come to their service advisor with specific services in mind and an idea of how much they’ll be spending.  Sometimes, a courtesy inspection and a review of you...
Published on: Mar 02, 2019

It's New To Me - What To Do When You Buy Used In

SAN DIEGO drivers sell vehicles for a lot of different reasons. Maybe they just want something new or maybe they're selling the vehicle because it has a problem or two. So how do you know what yo...
Published on: Jul 28, 2018

The John's Automotive Care Guide to Buying a Used Vehicle

{{ image('MzU2') }} Used vehicles are certainly an economical choice for budget-conscious SAN DIEGO drivers. But how can we know we're getting a good used vehicle and not just inheriting someone...
Published on: Jan 16, 2017