Rancho Penasquitos Union 76

If I could give zero stars, I would. Confidence and honesty means everything when it comes to a mechanic and for years I believed Sean and the guys here. I never checked the parts numbers to see what they ACTUALLY were putting in my cars. We took all 5 cars here for years, then for some reason last year in Jan., Sean kept saying «call back next week for an appt.» when I needed an oil change, and for 4 weeks I did. He never would make an appt. for me. Got tired of trying to get in and decided they didn’t want my business anymore. Went to a shop recommended by a friend (been very happy there), took it in for a service last week, found out I needed a new water pump! The thing was, PQ Auto Repair had just replaced it 20,000 miles ago! Called Sean when we found out, he told us the warranty was only 12 mos., or 1200 miles. Really? For a Toyota part? Sean never offered anything, not to stand by their work, work something out, nothing (until I went to see him about the GMB pump the day after it was fixed — easy to offer to help AFTER its been fixed). Had the work done by our current mechanic, who showed us the cracked water pump — a GMB brand we were charged $ 159.96, almost 3 years ago! My new Toyota water pump I paid for on Thursday cost $ 143.07. Sean always said they were using Toyota parts all of those years we went to him, NOW he says «Toyota equivalent». I wasn’t given the choice to buy a cheaper water pump, it was just put in and I was charged more than what a Toyota brand would have cost! It makes me want to go back through all the records for our 5 cars to check the parts that were put in. I trusted them blindly, I wish I hadn’t. I wouldn’t trust them.

Propane service for reasonable prices. Gas prices are decent and they also have a repair shop. It’s been here for several decades. It’s easy to get in and out of so fill up here when you need fuel or need propane.

All the phone numbers I tried calling are for the service repair center. They told me they are not affiliated with the gas station and cannot get me their phone number…

It happen twice already. First, I came to refill a propane tank. I unload my 4 empty propane tank and then I went to the casher both the big chabby guy told me that they dont have propane the tank is empty. So I went to different place. The second time I came about 11 am this time I did not unload my emty propane cylinder tank. Went to casher both the same guy came out and said we dont have propane our tank is empty. The delivery will be at 1:30pm. I went back home, then I came back about 2:50 pm filled up my truck with gas and ask the skinny old guy he looks like from india he said the is empty the delivery will be at 3pm or 3:30pm. This time i went to mcdonald which is located across the street and eat. I sat near the glass window facing to 76 gas station inorder for me to see if the delivery propane truck will come. Unfortunately I did not see any delivery propane truck. So I went from mcdonald and went to my truck tgat I parked facing the gas. Then I saw car came and park besides propane station, the guy came out open the trunk and unload 2 propane cylinder tank then the guy that I talk before that came out from the casher both and refill it. I grabbed my cell to take picture and video. I wait for about 10 mins and drove into it. I ask the same if they have already propane, he said yes. While he was refilling my propane tank I ask him, what time was the delivery came over. He answerd, I dont know because I was so busy. As a matter of fact I did not see any delivery truck for entire 30 to 45 mins. not unless the delivery of the propane go automatic underground.

Are you kidding? This guy hung up on me and told me to «go there than» when I inquired whether or not they could match Meineke price of $ 29.99 Rude!!!

New to the area and needed an oil change. Staff was friendly, made an appointment and it only took 30 min, will def return for all my auto needs. There is a Starbucks across the street and McDonalds in the same plaza if you wanted to grab something while you wait.

This location isn’t great if you are looking to also get snacks and drinks. It is great if you want to go to McDonald’s and want to get back on the freeway. This place never seems to get crazy busy so it is stress free.
I did feel at one time one of the workers was looking at me strange, but most people do so I need to get used to it.
This place also proves that I have an opinion on everything.

Went to Penasquitos Auto Repair for diesel car SMOG test and certificate. Sean, the service writer, was attentive, courteous and efficient. I arrived at 3:30 while they already had a car in the bay for testing and I was next. I was out before 4:30. I would certainly go here for another SMOG test and I may check it out if mechanical needs arise.

This repair facility is outstanding. Simply put, they look out for, and take care of the customer. No games, honest work, at fair pricing. A hearty thanks to Sean and his co-​workers!!!

(This review is for the Car Repair operation only. I have not used the gas station operation.)
Bought a used Montero Sport. Needed a new mechanic, since my old place only did Volvos. Finding a good car repair company is dicey, as there are so many unethical/​incompetent ones in the market. So we asked our friend Tony who works at NAPA for a referral. He sent us to Rancho Pensaquitos Auto Repair.
Glad he did!
Sean at the counter was attentive and informative. The owner is one of the mechanics. I needed a few minor repairs and some diagnostics (belt noise, clear out headlight lenses, cruise control not working).
They were honest, did quick and accurate assessments, and fixed all the problems, including fixing very small stuff without charge. And the price was under what was quoted.
We have a new car mechanic.

Way overpriced. Try Master Automotive in Poway. Excellent service and often don’t even charge for a simple fix or inspection.

Rancho Penasquitos Union 76 sells propane gas, the only place in the area that does so. I had two 5 gallon bottles filled without any fuss.

I have been taking my cars to this service station for 10 years. It changed ownership a few years ago, and the service station is no longer part of the gas station.
Sean has has always been honest and fair. He is always happy to answer questions about my car when I call or stop by. We have also had him do car checkups on cars we were considering buying for our kids for a very reasonable price.
And he is a really nice guy!

Came here when I was planning on going to Belmont Parks and Starbucks was full. So went to McDonald’s instead and this 76 was right next door. A difficult setup for getting people in and out. Almost got hit and the roads weren’t that busy. Then there was also something funny going on with the pumps. Paid for gas but pumps didn’t do anything.

The gas on this exit off the 15 always seem to be cheaper than other places I’ve seen, so if I need a filler-​upper I head over here. By no means, do I scour the county and check gas station’s prices, but I have found a few stations that tend to keep it cheap. The other day I was in Clairemont Mesa and saw that the price for 87 was $ 0.20 more than this 76. So if I’m ever running low on gas and headed in this direction, I make it a point to stop here to fill up.

This is now two businesses. Penasquitos Auto Repair and G&M oil.

I really wish I could give negative stars to this place. DO NOT COME HERE! They scam people like crazy. I used to get my car fixed up here, but will never come here again. Not only did they not flush my engine and transmission fluids like they charged me for. But they also put in the wrong cabin air filter. I have a Rav4 and they put an air filter in meant for a Highlander. When I went to get it changed at a new place I saw that it had been cut on the sides to make it narrow enough to fit and it was also bent and folded enough to be shoved into the holder.
A friend of mine took her car here and they didn’t work on it for a week (they were not busy at all) but kept saying they were still checking it. Once they were done «checking» out the car, they told her she needed a new transmission. My friend took her car to another mechanic to get a second opinion and he found that the only thing wrong with the transmission was that one plug was not plugged in all the way.
Will not be going here again, EVER!