Welcome to Big Reds Auto Performance,
your car service in Escondido, CA!
If you’re looking for auto repair in Escondido, CA, you’ve found us. Here at Big Reds Auto Performance we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a Escondido car service you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
Here at Big Reds Auto Performance we understand what makes customer service truly outstanding. You will feel the difference exceptional customer care makes when you work with us. We know auto repair in Escondido offers you lots of choices, and we aim to provide the kind of caring customer service that will bring you back.
Our professional automotive service offers you years of combined expertise from our well-trained technicians. We treat our auto repair professionals well because we value their skill and can-do attitude. We know our team sets us apart, saving you time and money, not to mention worry. When it comes to auto repair in Escondido, we are totally confident that Big Reds Auto Performance is the best option in town!
Why Choose Big Reds Auto Performance?
- We have thousands of happy customers
- We have great reviews
- Fast turn around
- ASE certified Techs
- We warranty our work
- Competitive pricing
- We use only quality parts
- We have the right technology and equipment
- We have a stellar reputation
- Over 55 years combined experience
- We’ve been in business since 1990
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About Big Reds Auto Performance Escondido, CA
For years Big Reds Auto Performance has been there for the people of Escondido. We love what we do, and that basic fact fuels our business. We are dedicated to our customers, and that’s why they stick with us—the best auto repair Escondido has to offer.
Our family of technicians and service staff sees their work here at Big Reds Auto Performance as more than a job. It’s their vocation and livelihood. Each member of our team is invested in your satisfaction.
Big Reds Auto Performance was founded on the basic idea that everyone deserves respect. It is our mission to treat each person that comes through our door with dignity and sensitivity. We believe this attention to detail has paid off by providing us with our loyal, friendly family of customers. That’s what makes Big Reds Auto Performance the best car service in Escondido!
Are you ready to experience the best Escondido car service available? Please give us a call or make an appointment here.
The Absolute Best Car Service in Escondido, CA
What sets Big Reds Auto Performance apart from all of the others in Escondido, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Escondido, CA, it’s all about earning loyalty and trust by doing our very best every day. We are determined to earn and keep your trust.
Talent: At Big Reds Auto Performance, you can rest easy knowing that our highly-skilled, experienced auto service professionals are handling your car. Our technicians bring years of experience, skill, and education to the Escondido auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in Escondido, CA, and we take the time to talk to you about what that means. We listen to you so we understand your needs and goals for your auto repair.
Recently Serviced Vehicles
2008 Dodge Dakota
- SEE ATTACHED MEASUREMENT SHEET
2006 Mercedes-Benz E320
- ENGINE OR TRANSMISSION MOUNT – Remove & Replace – All
- EGR VALVE – Remove, Clean & Replace
2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
- Technician confirmed customer concern. Inspected transmission fluid and found contaminated with metal shavings, Recommend transmission replacement at this time
- TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY – Remove & Replace – V8,RWD Includes: Confirm Fluid temperature for level check.] – Includes: Adjust and road test.]
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- SEE ATTACHED MEASUREMENT SHEET
2015 Nissan Altima
- COMPLETE INSP. PROVIDE WRITTEN EST. OF REPAIRS NEEDED – Technician road tested vehicle and found front brakes shaking when applying brakes. Recommend remove & replace both front brake rotors and brake pads. Technician also found valve cover spark plug tube seals leaking when he pulled one of the spark plugs out to inspect. Recommend remove & replace valve cover (valve cover comes with tube seals integrated). Customer has denied repair for valve cover at this time. Customer requested we replace ONLY front brake pads, NO front brake rotors.
- SPARK PLUGS – Remove & Replace – In-Line4
- BRAKE PADS – Remove & Replace – Front,Both Sides
2018 Ford Explorer
- Technician found rear, left brake caliper leaking after retracting brake caliper piston. Recommended replacement of rear, left brake caliper. Customer denied repair and will take vehicle back to gosch ford for replacement of rear, left brake caliper.
2018 Nissan Rogue
- CLEAN INDUCTION SYSTEM – Clean intake with pressurized induction cleaner, apply two additives for injectors and combustion cleaning
- 35 pt. Safety Check
- Changed Motor Oil & Replaced Filter, Added Premium Motor Oil, Lube Chassis, Check all Fluid Levels
- top off all fluids
- visual inspect belts and hoses
- AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID – Drain & Refill – [Includes: Confirm Fluid temperature for level check.]
- evacuated brake master resevoir and filled with fresh DOT # 3 brake fluid power flushed all 4 calipers and/or wheel cylinder inspected for leaks and topped off resevoir.
- TIRE ROTATION
2004 Honda CR-V
- Technician retrieved codes for P0507 Idle air control valve & P1456 Evap system leakage. Technician visually inspected evap system and found no damage and no obvious leak. Technician then smoke tested vacuum lines and no leaks were detected. Technician erased evap code and then proceeded to inspect signal to idle control valve and signal was not present. Technician replaced idle control valve and road tested vehicle and problem did not persist.
2015 Chevrolet Equinox
- 35 pt. Safety Check
- Changed Motor Oil & Replaced Filter, Added Premium Motor Oil, Lube Chassis, Check all Fluid Levels
- top off all fluids
- visual inspect belts and hoses
- CLEAN INDUCTION SYSTEM – Clean intake with pressurized induction cleaner, apply two additives for injectors and combustion cleaning
- AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID – Drain & Refill – [Includes: Confirm Fluid temperature for level check.]
- Technician visually inspected cooling system and found no component leaking. Technician then performed a block test and resulted in head gasket leak. Recommend remove & replace head gasket.
- CYLINDER HEAD GASKET – Remove & Replace – In-Line4 w/California Emissions – [Includes: Recover, Evacuate and Recharge Air Conditioning System.] – [Includes: Remove carbon and check surfaces for warpage. Includes adjust Valves (where applicable) and clean
- Head Resurface & Pressure Check
2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
- Technician tested for signal to shift interlock solenoid and signal was not present. Recommend remove & replace shift interlock solenoid. Technician also visually inspected shift linkage and found shift linkage bushing damaged. Recommend remove & replace shift linkage bushing.
- SHIFT LOCK CONTROL SOLENOID – Remove & Replace – [Includes: R&I Console.] – [Includes: Adjust (where applicable).]
- HEADLAMP BULB – Remove & Replace – Both Sides.
2015 Kia Sorento
- 35 pt. Safety Check
- Changed Motor Oil & Replaced Filter, Added Premium Motor Oil, Lube Chassis, Check all Fluid Levels
- top off all fluids
- visual inspect belts and hoses
- TIRE ROTATION
- Customer states vehicle has Check Engine Light on – INSPECT & ADVISE
2019 Mazda CX-3
- DRIVE BELT TENSIONER – Remove & Replace
2013 Honda Pilot
- 35 pt. Safety Check
- Changed Motor Oil & Replaced Filter, Added Premium Motor Oil, Lube Chassis, Check all Fluid Levels
- top off all fluids
- visual inspect belts and hoses
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