Honest, family-run auto repair since day one

Honest, Family-Run Auto Repair for Chula Vista

For more than 40 years, Ted's Garage has kept Chula Vista drivers on the road with honest diagnostics and quality repairs.

Ted's Garage work
4.8★
Google Rating
208
Google Reviews
40+ Years
Years Running
Father & Son
Ownership
18+ Years
Client Tenure

Services

Everything we take on.

General Auto Repair & Maintenance
01

General Auto Repair & Maintenance

Complete diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance for cars of all types, handled by mechanics who see every job through to completion.

Pre-Purchase Vehicle Inspections
02

Pre-Purchase Vehicle Inspections

Considering a used car? We'll inspect it before you buy so you know exactly what you're getting.

Smog Checks
03

Smog Checks

Fast, reliable smog inspections and certifications, including last-minute appointments when you're in a bind.

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Ted's Garage in Chula Vista, CA
Ted's Garage in Chula Vista, CA
Ted's Garage in Chula Vista, CA

Honest repairs from a family that's earned your trust.

Our story

A Mom and Pop Garage Built on Trust

For more than 40 years, Ted's Garage has been Chula Vista's neighborhood mechanic, the kind of shop where customers become family. What started as a small mom and pop operation on Third Avenue has stayed exactly that: honest, hands on, and run by people who know your car and your name.

Ted's son Glen now works alongside him, carrying the same attention to detail into every job, from routine maintenance to major repairs. Manager Mike and the team handle everything from pre-purchase inspections to smog checks, and they see each repair through to completion with quality parts, not shortcuts.

Generations of local families trust us with their vehicles, some for going on two decades. We're not the cheapest shop in town, but we are the one you can count on to do it right and treat you fairly.

  • Family owned and operated for over 40 years
  • Second-generation mechanics: Ted and son Glen
  • Trusted by the same families for decades
  • Quality parts, not the lowest price

What customers say

“Definitely a dying breed. This Mom and Pop operation of 40+ years is still thriving! Factoring in their commitment to quality work at affordable rates, stellar customer service and being completely trustworthy, the recipe is solid for another 40+ years of service.”

Hotel regular

“Engaged and professional, Ted and his son Glen really care about the end product and see things through to completeness. Definitely not the lowest price point but it's the best service and quality parts that you can trust in.”

Troy Gilliam

“Very honest, knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. Manager Mike will do his best to get you an appointment, appointments definitely recommended! Have been coming here for years and wouldn't go anywhere else.”

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Serving Chula Vista, CA.

(619) 427-1417

1270 Third Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91911, USA

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Hours

Open now
Monday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

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1270 Third Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91911, USA

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