Call (858) 278-70777696 Vickers St, Kearny Mesa
Mon–Fri 7:00 AM–5:00 PM
Family owned in Kearny Mesa since 2006

Auto repair you can trust,
for every make and model.

Your full-service automotive repair shop. Owner Ray Frey hires and trains only technicians he would trust with his own vehicles, and every repair is backed by a 12-month/12,000-mile warranty.

ASE Certified technicians STAR Smog Check Fleet service
Since 2006Family owned & operated
ASECertified technicians
12 / 1212-month / 12,000-mile warranty
30+San Diego fleets serviced
STARSmog Check test & repair
Services

Complete auto service, under one roof

From factory scheduled maintenance to engine and transmission work, our ASE-certified team works on most foreign and domestic vehicles.

Factory Scheduled Maintenance

30k/60k/90k/120k Mile Services

Computer Diagnostics

Oil Changes

Tune Ups

Safety & Emissions Inspections

Check Engine Light Diagnostics

Brake & ABS Repair

Shocks, Struts, Suspension & Steering

Engine Repair & Replacement

Cooling System & Radiator Repair

Auto Electrical

Exhaust Service

Alignment

Transmission Service

Fleet Service

STAR Smog Check test & repair. We test and repair at the same shop, for all makes and models.

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Smiling Ray Frey technician at an open hood Ray Frey Auto Center sign against the sky
2006Family owned & operated
About Ray Frey

A family shop in the heart of Kearny Mesa

Ray Frey Auto Center has been family owned and operated in the heart of Kearny Mesa since 2006. Owner Ray Frey hires and trains only technicians he would trust with his own vehicles, and our ASE-certified team works on most foreign and domestic vehicles.

  • ASE Certified technicians
  • All makes and models
  • 12-month / 12,000-mile warranty
  • STAR Smog Check test & repair
Fleet services

Trusted by more than 30 San Diego fleets

We actively service more than 30 fleets around San Diego with maintenance and repair. References are available on request.

30+Local fleets serviced
12 / 12Month / mile repair warranty
ASECertified technicians
Talk fleet service: (858) 278-7077
Ray Frey shop floor with vehicles on lifts
Recognition & reviews

Voted a San Diego favorite

Recognized by San Diego readers and neighbors, and rated by customers after every visit.

San Diego's Best 2012U-T Readers Poll
San Diego's Favorite 2017 & 2018U-T Readers Poll
Neighborhood Favorite 2018Nextdoor

Synthetic oil service on a 2019 Subaru Ascent.

John G. · 5-star review, Sept 4, 2026

Service on a 2018 Subaru Outback.

Ken P. · 5-star review, Aug 27, 2026
Inside the shop

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Service bays under the wood-beam roof
Service bays
Technician working under a hood
Under the hood
Silver SUV on a lift with hood open
On the lift
Shop interior with tool cart and lifts
Diagnostics & tools
Service bays with cars on lifts
Busy bays
FAQ

Questions, answered

Can't find what you need? Give us a call.

(858) 278-7077
How do I book an appointment?
Use our online appointment request form or call (858) 278-7077 during business hours.
What vehicles do you service?
We service all makes and models, and our ASE-certified team works on most foreign and domestic vehicles.
Do you offer a warranty?
Yes. Repairs carry a 12-month / 12,000-mile warranty.
Can you do my smog check?
Yes. We're a STAR Smog Check test and repair station, so we can both test your vehicle and repair it if it doesn't pass.
Do you handle factory scheduled maintenance?
Yes, including 30k, 60k, 90k and 120k mile services, oil changes and tune ups.
My check engine light is on. Can you help?
Yes. We offer check engine light diagnostics and computer diagnostics to find the cause.
Do you service company fleets?
Yes. We actively service more than 30 fleets around San Diego, and references are available on request.
What are your hours?
Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. We're closed Saturday and Sunday.
Where are you located?
7696 Vickers St, San Diego, CA 92111, in Kearny Mesa off Convoy St and Balboa Ave.
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Address7696 Vickers St, San Diego, CA 92111

Kearny Mesa, off Convoy St / Balboa Ave

Hours
Mon – Fri7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat – SunClosed

Time for service? We're ready.

Book online in a minute or call the shop. All makes and models, backed by a 12-month/12,000-mile warranty.