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Welcome to B & C Auto Repair, your car service in Vista!

If you’re looking for auto repair in Vista, you’ve found us. Here at B & C Auto Repair we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a Vista car service you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.

Here at B & C Auto Repair 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 Vista offers you lots of choices, and we aim to provide the kind of caring customer service that will bring you back.

Our Vista car 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 Vista, we are totally confident that B & C Auto Repair is the best option in town!

Disclaimer: We only sell California and EPA legal products only. All performance parts sold will have a CARB EO#. Please do not call if you are looking for something that is illegal by CARB or EPA. We have no knowledge on illegal race products.

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Complete service and repair history is available for your vehicles. Just one more way we are helping you stay informed!
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The Absolute Best Car Service in Vista

What sets B & C Auto Repair from all of the others in Vista?

Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Vista, 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 B & C Auto Repair 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 auto repair Vista table.

Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in Vista, 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.

About B & C Auto Repair Vista

Since 1968 B & C Auto Repair has been there for the people of Vista. Founded by Bob La Bouve and Clarence Dechwa,  in 1997 Ray and Cecelia La Bouve (Cecelia Deckwa) took over the family Business. 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 Vista has to offer.

Our family of technicians and service staff see their work here at B & C Auto Repair as more than a job. It’s their vocation and livelihood. Each member of our team is invested in your satisfaction.

B & C Auto Repair 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 B & C Auto Repair the best car service in Vista!

Ray La Bouve has been with the business since day one and now he has brought in his son Cory.

This makes us a third generation family owned business!

“B & C Auto Repair has always believed in keeping up to date with all equipment to diagnose quick and more accurately.  From oil changes to engine overhauls we do it all.  We guarantee all our work to your utmost satisfaction and take pride in what we do.  We welcome the privilege to work on your vehicles.  Thank you very much.”

– Ray La Bouve

Are you ready to experience the best Vista car service available? Please give us a call or make an appointment here.

Recently Serviced Vehicles

2020 Honda CR-V

Honda CR-V

Mileage
32,730
Service Date
6/1/2023
Services Performed
  • ROTATE TIRES WITH BRAKE INSPECTION
  • DRAIN AND REFILL TRANSMISSION
  • RUN 2 STAGE CLEANER (44OZ) THROUGH INTAKE. DISCONNECT FUEL SYSTEM AND HOOK UP VALVOLINE FUEL INJECTOR CLEANER IN LOW PRESSURE FUEL LINE AND PUT UNDER PRESSURE, RUN ENGINE ON 22OZ OF INJECTOR CLEANER. ADD CLEANER TO FUEL TANK AND ROAD TEST 5 MILES.
  • CABIN AIR FILTER – Remove & Replace
 
ROSS W. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/2/2023

2006 Ford Pickup

Ford Pickup

Mileage
228,974
Service Date
5/23/2023
Services Performed
  • SHOCK &/OR STRUT ASSEMBLY – Remove & Install or Remove & Replace – F150 Both – [DOES NOT include disassemble or alignment.]
  • SHOCK &/OR STRUT ASSEMBLY – Remove & Install or Remove & Replace – F150 Both – [DOES NOT include disassemble or alignment.]
  • WHEEL ALIGNMENT
 
GENE gave our service a 5 star review on 5/24/2023

2019 Toyota Tacoma

Toyota Tacoma

Mileage
62,459
Service Date
5/23/2023
Services Performed
  • This truck is in very good shape. Cleaned battery lots of corrosion but battery testing great, Only service we can see is the transmission fluid needs flushing
 
VICKI C. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/23/2023

2005 Toyota Highlander

Toyota Highlander

Mileage
163,710
Service Date
5/12/2023
Services Performed
  • P0420 CATALYTIC CONVERTER EFFICIENCY B1 RIGHT SIDE
 
MIKEY C. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/23/2023

2007 Honda CR-V

Honda CR-V

Mileage
135,953
Service Date
5/17/2023
Services Performed
  • ROAD TEST BEFORE AND AFTER, ADVISE AND NOTE ON ANY WARNING LIGHTS ON OR NOISES, ADVISE AND NOTE ON OIL LEAK"S" CHANGE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER, CHECK AIR FILTER AND ADVISE, CHECK AND TOP OFF ALL FLUID LEVELS. CHECK ALL HOSES AND BELTS AND ADVISE, CHECK LIGHTS AND ADVISE, CHECK TIRE AIR PRESSURE AND SET TO MANUFACTURE SPECS, SAFETY CHECK UNDER CAR. ADVISE ON FURTHER REPAIRS AS SEEN. RESET OIL CHANGE LIGHT. CHECK FOR ALL OIL LEAKS, AND ADVISE.
 
VINCE & YVONNE B. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/17/2023

2007 Toyota Corolla

Toyota Corolla

Mileage
129,611
Service Date
5/15/2023
Services Performed
  • ROAD TEST BEFORE AND AFTER, ADVISE AND NOTE ON ANY WARNING LIGHTS ON OR NOISES, ADVISE AND NOTE ON OIL LEAK"S" CHANGE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER, CHECK AIR FILTER AND ADVISE, CHECK AND TOP OFF ALL FLUID LEVELS. CHECK ALL HOSES AND BELTS AND ADVISE, CHECK LIGHTS AND ADVISE, CHECK TIRE AIR PRESSURE AND SET TO MANUFACTURE SPECS, SAFETY CHECK UNDER CAR. ADVISE ON FURTHER REPAIRS AS SEEN. RESET OIL CHANGE LIGHT. CHECK FOR ALL OIL LEAKS, AND ADVISE.
  • ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELT – Remove & Replace – [Includes: Serpentine and V-Belt type Belt(s).]
 
KILEY C. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/15/2023

2012 Toyota Tacoma

Toyota Tacoma

Mileage
93,741
Service Date
5/10/2023
Services Performed
  • PULL ALL ECM CODES AND COPY, ROAD TEST CAR, PULL ALL WHEELS CHECK AND MEASURE ALL BRAKES, CHECK ALL BRAKE HARD WARE AND HYDRAULIC SYSTEM, CHECK ALL SHOCKS OR STRUTS, CHECK ALL SUSPENSION PARTS, CHECK AC FOR PROPER CYCLING OF CLUTCH, CHECK VENTILATION SYSTEM FOR WORKING PROPERLY, CHECK ALL LIGHTS, CHECK ALL WINDOW AND DOOR LOCK OPERATIONS, CHECK FOR BODY CONDITION AND PAINT, CHECK CONDITION OF ALL FLUIDS, ADVISE ON COSTS FOR ALL REPAIRS NEEDED. ADVISE ON KBB PRICING. INNER TIE RODS HAVE PLAY, FRONT STRUT LOWER BUSHINGS ARE SAGGING OUT, REAR SHOCK BUSHINGS ARE ROTTED REAR BRAKES WENT METAL TO METAL AT ONE TIME DRUMS ARE NO GOOD, FRONT BRAKES HAVE BEEN VERY HOT RECOMMEND NEW ROTORS AND PADSRIGHT UPPER CONTROL ARM IS MOVING AND PULLING STEERING WHEEL ALL FRONT CONTROL ARM BUSHINGS ARE BAD. NEEDS FRONT END REBUILD AND REAR BRAKES REPAIRED PROPERLY, SHOULD HAVE PROPER TIRES AND RIMS THESE SUSPENSIONS ARE NOT AS STRONG AS THEY SHOULD BE WITH TIRES OF THIS SIZE. KBB PRICING PRIVATE PARTY 19,000 TO 22,223
 
PABLO E. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/12/2023

2012 Lexus RX 350

Lexus RX 350

Mileage
104,523
Service Date
5/12/2023
Services Performed
  • ROAD TEST BEFORE AND AFTER, ADVISE AND NOTE ON ANY WARNING LIGHTS ON OR NOISES, ADVISE AND NOTE ON OIL LEAK"S" CHANGE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER, CHECK AIR FILTER AND ADVISE, CHECK AND TOP OFF ALL FLUID LEVELS. CHECK ALL HOSES AND BELTS AND ADVISE, CHECK LIGHTS AND ADVISE, CHECK TIRE AIR PRESSURE AND SET TO MANUFACTURE SPECS, SAFETY CHECK UNDER CAR. ADVISE ON FURTHER REPAIRS AS SEEN. RESET OIL CHANGE LIGHT. CHECK FOR ALL OIL LEAKS, AND ADVISE.
 
CAROLYNNE J. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/12/2023

2015 Ford Edge

Ford Edge

Mileage
53,513
Service Date
5/10/2023
Services Performed
  • front pads are at 8mm very good rear brakes are worn out 2mm needs right front axle
  • ROAD TEST BEFORE AND AFTER, ADVISE AND NOTE ON ANY WARNING LIGHTS ON OR NOISES, ADVISE AND NOTE ON OIL LEAK"S" CHANGE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER, CHECK AIR FILTER AND ADVISE, CHECK AND TOP OFF ALL FLUID LEVELS. CHECK ALL HOSES AND BELTS AND ADVISE, CHECK LIGHTS AND ADVISE, CHECK TIRE AIR PRESSURE AND SET TO MANUFACTURE SPECS, SAFETY CHECK UNDER CAR. ADVISE ON FURTHER REPAIRS AS SEEN. RESET OIL CHANGE LIGHT. CHECK FOR ALL OIL LEAKS, AND ADVISE.
  • DISC ROTOR – Remove & Replace – Rear,Both – [Includes: Repack Wheel Bearings (where applicable) and replace Pads (if necessary). DOES NOT include refinishing.]
  • FLUSH HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM WITH 24OZ OF VALVOLINE PROFESSIONAL SERIES FLUID, USING VALVOLINE BRAKE FLUSH MACHINE. INSTALL SUPPLIED BLEEDER CAPS ONTO CALIPERS AND CLEAN.
 
BILL F. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/10/2023

2011 Chevrolet HHR

Chevrolet HHR

Mileage
142,766
Service Date
5/4/2023
Services Performed
  • REPLACE VVT SOLENOIDS AND RESET PCM
  • THERMOSTAT – Remove & Replace
 
TERESA G. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/4/2023

2013 Lexus RX 350

Lexus RX 350

Mileage
77,592
Service Date
4/27/2023
Services Performed
  • SHOCK &/OR STRUT ASSEMBLY – Remove & Install or Remove & Replace – Both – [DOES NOT include disassemble or alignment.]
  • SHOCK &/OR STRUT ASSEMBLY – Remove & Install or Remove & Replace – Rear,Both – [DOES NOT include alignment.]
  • WHEEL ALIGNMENT
 
SCOTT C. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/27/2023

2004 Ford Pickup

Ford Pickup

Mileage
308,809
Service Date
4/18/2023
Services Performed
  • FRONT PADS AT 5MM. REAR PADS AT METAL.
  • DISC ROTOR – Remove & Replace – F150 Rear,Both – [Includes: Repack Wheel Bearings (where applicable) and replace Pads (if necessary). DOES NOT include refinishing.]
  • FLUSH HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM WITH 24OZ OF VALVOLINE PROFESSIONAL SERIES FLUID, USING VALVOLINE BRAKE FLUSH MACHINE. INSTALL SUPPLIED BLEEDER CAPS ONTO CALIPERS AND CLEAN.
 
TERRY T. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/20/2023

Services:

  • Diesel Specialists
  • Brakes & Brake Repair
  • Oil Changes
  • Tires & Tire Repair
  • Mufflers & Exhaust
  • Check Engine Light
  • Belts & Hoses
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B & C Auto Repair
918 Postal Way
Vista, CA 92083-6915
(760) 726-2972