From a flat tire to a full engine rebuild, Mike and the Lutz team get you back on the road fast, fair, and without the upsell. Proudly serving Grant Hill and greater San Diego.
One trusted shop for everything your car needs — tires, brakes, alignment, engine, and routine maintenance, all under one roof. Hover over any photo to see it larger.
New and quality used tires, mounting, balancing, rotation, and fast flat repairs — honest pricing on tires and labor.
Two- and four-wheel alignments, including custom setups for lowered cars, coilovers, and camber kits.
Brake pads, rotors, shocks, struts, and full suspension work to keep your ride safe and smooth.
Engine repair and rebuilds, transmission service, and complete diagnostics for any make or model.
Battery and electrical system repair, plus accurate check-engine-light diagnosis — often in under an hour.
Fast oil and fluid changes, filters, and scheduled maintenance to keep your vehicle running its best.
Computer diagnostics to read the trouble codes, find the real cause, and fix it right — so that light goes off and stays off.
We diagnose and repair the issues that cause smog failures and get your car ready to pass California smog inspection.
Thinking of buying a used car? We inspect it top to bottom so you know exactly what you're getting before you pay.
A thorough visual check of your vehicle's key systems to catch small problems before they turn into big ones.
Battery testing, replacement, and terminal cleaning so your car starts strong every single time.
Spark plugs, filters, and adjustments to restore power, smooth out the idle, and improve fuel economy.
Full computer and hands-on diagnostics to pinpoint the real cause of any issue — fast and accurate.
Complete engine rebuilds and overhauls done right — getting worn or failing engines running like new again.
Muffler, catalytic converter, and exhaust repairs to keep your car quiet, clean, and running efficiently.
We're right next to Downtown San Diego. Leave your car with us, walk over and enjoy downtown, and come back when it's fixed and ready — easy.
English, Spanish, Farsi & Kurdish spoken here — talk to us in the language you're most comfortable with.
Stay connected and get your work done while you wait.
A clean, comfortable place to sit back and unwind while we take care of your car.
Clean, well-kept facilities — because the little things matter.
A tidy, well-organized shop you'll actually feel good walking into.
Drop your car off, explore downtown, grab a bite, and pick it up when it's ready.
We're a warranty-friendly repair center and work with most major extended warranty and vehicle service contract providers. Bring your plan and we'll help handle the claim from start to finish.
Coverage varies by plan — give us a call and we'll help you confirm what your warranty covers.
Customers come back to Lutz year after year because the work is done right, the price is fair, and nobody sells you something you don't need. Mike and the crew treat your car like it's their own.
5-star rated by San Diego drivers — a trusted neighborhood shop drivers actually recommend.
No stock photos here — this is the real Lutz Tires on Market Street. Come by and see for yourself.
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Open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Call and talk to a real mechanic.
(619) 696-6940Real feedback from real customers across San Diego.
"I've never known auto repair professionals as honest, fair, and skilled as the team at Lutz. They've earned a customer for life."
"Mike and the team are reliable, honest, and professional. They've solved some of my biggest car headaches — it's the only place I bring my car."
"Brought in my wife's car for a tire issue. They inspected it, aired it up, and replaced a valve core — all free of charge. Kind, professional people."
"If you're looking for an honest mechanic, look no further. Diagnosed my check-engine issue in under an hour and only fixed what was needed. Reasonably priced."
"Honest mechanic who does good work for a fair price. Treats your car like it's his own and never tries to upsell."
"Four-wheel alignment on my Subaru. Fair price, quick work, and Mike answered every question patiently. Excellent experience."
Stop by the shop, give us a call, or send a quick message and we'll get right back to you.