Costa Mesa, CA — Auto Repair

Dee's Had
Your Back for 37 Years.

Dee's Auto Repair in Costa Mesa is run by Dee — a mechanic who's built 37 years of loyal customers through honest diagnosis, fair pricing, and never recommending work you don't need.

1,000+
Cars Repaired
Neighborhood
Shop Feel
ASE
Certified Techs
Same-Day
Most Services
All Makes & Models Welcome

Honest Auto Repair For Every Car

Neighborhood shop. Dealership skills. No dealer markup.

01
Engine Diagnostics & Repair
Dee's finds the real problem and fixes it — without overselling you on parts you don't need.
02
Brake Service
Pads, rotors, calipers, brake fluid — full inspection and service. We keep your family safe without padding the bill.
03
Oil Changes
Conventional or full synthetic. We check your filters, belts, and fluids on every single oil change at no extra charge.
04
Electrical Diagnostics
Dead batteries, alternator issues, mysterious shorts — we trace gremlins with patience and proper tools.
05
Suspension & Alignment
Worn shocks, bad tie rods, loose steering — we diagnose and fix ride issues that other shops overlook.
06
AC & Heating
No AC in July is miserable. We recharge systems, fix leaks, and replace compressors. Costa Mesa summers demand cold air.
Smog Tests & Pre-Sale Inspections
Smog Tests & Pre-Sale Inspections
Selling your car or need your DMV smog renewal? Dee's has you covered. Fast smog testing with same-day certificates. Pre-purchase inspections that give you the honest picture before any handshake deal.
Book Smog / Inspection

Neighborhood Shop.
Dealership Skills.

You shouldn't have to choose between quality and a shop that treats you like a person. At Dee's, you get both.

01
Dee Is Genuinely Honest
Customer-focused and completely straightforward. Customers who've been coming for years say the same thing: Dee never recommends work you don't need and never overcharges.
02
She Knows Your Car
Long-term customers notice that Dee gets to know their vehicles over time. She remembers what was done, tracks patterns, and catches things early. That kind of familiarity is worth more than a discount.
03
Diesel Smog & Full Service
Beyond general repair, Dee's now handles diesel smog checks and safety inspections. Computer diagnostics, tire service, preventative maintenance — full service from a shop you can trust.
Dee's Auto Repair

"We treat every job like it's our own vehicle."

WHAT CUSTOMERS SAY

Google Reviews

4.7★ average · 84 reviews

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Mark Jones

4 months ago

★★★★★

"We've been using them to smog our car for many many years. No headaches, great service. Chau is definitely our go-to guy for smog."

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OC-Dream Center

2 years ago

★★★★★

"Wow! The owner is amazing! I had to catch a flight and get two cars dialed before the trip and he like a crew chief of a major nascar star hustles and got it done and I caught my flight and the work…"

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Chad Carlson

6 months ago

★★★★★

"Awesome experience!! Got me in and out and back on the road in now time. Also, Breathylyzer calibration price is fair at $25 not $40 down the street at Hendersons thank you D’s for being fair and…"

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Becca G

a year ago

★★★★★

"Had to come here for a smog check. They were efficient and helpful. Not very busy around 9:46 am on a week day too! They now offer credentialed clean truck and licensed vehicle safety systems…"

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Colin Groeniger

4 months ago

★★★★★

"Did a walk-in for a smog check on my vehicle. It only took about 10-15 minutes. Super fast service!"

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Ready When You Are

Bring Your Car In.
Leave Happy.

Honest repairs. Fair prices. Same-day service on most jobs. No phone tag.

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No contracts. Cancel anytime. Questions? Call Derek at 760-310-0664