Pacific Automotive at 5181 Santa Fe St A, San Diego, CA 92109 is a family-owned auto repair shop that has served the Pacific Beach and La Jolla communities for more than 25 years as a dealer-alternative service center, conveniently located just off the I-5 freeway between the Garnet/Grand and Balboa/Clairemont exits and on the same block as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, which covers rental costs for customers with certain larger repairs. Owner Jim Riccio is a factory-trained Chrysler technician, and the shop's full team holds ASE Master Technician certifications with ongoing training in hybrid vehicle maintenance. The shop is also a AAA Approved Auto Repair Facility, offering AAA members a 10 percent discount on parts and labor up to $75, and carries a NAPA Auto Care affiliation that includes a 2-year, 24,000-mile nationwide warranty on qualifying repairs. Technicians specialize by brand — some focus on import luxury vehicles like Land Rover, Jaguar, BMW, and Porsche, while others handle Honda, Toyota, Hyundai, Nissan, Subaru, and domestic makes including Ford, Chevrolet, and Chrysler. Services span factory-scheduled maintenance, engine repair and replacement, transmission work, brake service, radiator and cooling system repair, electrical diagnostics, air conditioning service, steering and suspension, catalytic converter lock installation, bus repair, fleet maintenance, and transit van service. CARFAX-verified reviews give Pacific Automotive a 4.9-star rating with 781 customers marking it as a favorite, with technicians Ben and John frequently praised by name for thorough diagnostics and clear communication. Nearby on Garnet Avenue, Boulevard Automotive offers another independent repair option for drivers comparing quotes across PB's tight-knit automotive corridor. Hours run Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and appointments can be requested directly through the shop's website.