Welcome to Affordable Auto Repair
Premium Automotive Service in Murrieta, CA
For over 15 years Affordable Automotive has proudly served the Temecula Valley area. We are family owned and operated, and we understand the importance of keeping your vehicle safe and reliable. You haul around your most precious cargo everyday, and we want all of our customers to be able to travel confidently with peace of mind.
Our team has over 100 years of combined experience. This allows us to give every Affordable Auto customer the best possible service each and every visit. We strive to better ourselves everyday to keep up with the latest in the automotive industry by continuing in our training programs and keeping our state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment updated. Our focus will always be to put people ahead of profits. We wish to educate and communicate like no other auto repair shop has.
Affordable Auto Repair
41604 Date Street
Murrieta, CA 92562-7057
(951) 677-2373
Mon-Fri: 7am-5:30pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
Affordable Auto Repair
41604 Date Street
Murrieta, CA 92562-7057
(951) 677-2373
Mon-Fri: 7am-5:30pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
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Why Choose Affordable Auto Repair
We believe that being the cheapest isn’t always Affordable. If we sold you tires for 25% less than the competition, but our tires wore out in half the time, did we really save you any money? Being Affordable means giving the best possible service at the best possible prices. We want to give every customer a high quality, long lasting repair that we can stand behind. In fact, most repairs we perform come with a 36 month, 36-thousand-mile nationwide warranty through Napa Auto Care.
Affordable Auto Repair On every visit, our technicians will perform a digital inspection. This means that our technicians can actually show you what services they are recommending by taking pictures and videos. We don’t know of any better way to build your trust than to show you exactly what we found with your vehicle. It makes it easy to see how critical a repair or maintenance item is, and whether or not it can wait until your next visit. Our trained advisors can help you make a plan for your vehicle’s long term health, all while respecting your budget.
The Absolute Best Car Service in Murrieta, CA
We are going to respect your time and your money at Affordable Automotive. Making an appointment will ensure we have the time set aside to diagnose and repair your vehicle as quickly as we can.
Recently Serviced Vehicles
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2024 Buick Encore GX
Mileage8,299Service Date3/19/2025Services Performed- DRAIN AND FILL ENGINE OIL, REPLACE ENGINE OIL FILTER, INSPECT BRAKES (THRU THE WHEELS, IF POSSIBLE), CHECK AND TOP OFF ALL FLUIDS EXCEPT FUEL.
- PERFORM A TOTAL QUALITY INSPECTION ON VEHICLE. A 4O+ POINT DIGITAL INSPECTION WITH PICTURES AND VIDEOS WILL BE TEXT (OR EMAIL IF YOU PREFER) TO YOU. LOOK OVER THAT INSPECTION AND THEN CALL US AT 951-677-2373
- RESET MAINTENANCE LIGHT AND PRINT REMINDER STICKER
Kristin D. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/19/2025 -
2019 Lincoln Nautilus
Mileage64,311Service Date3/14/2025Services Performed- SHOCK &/OR STRUT ASSEMBLY – Remove & Install or Remove & Replace – Both – [DOES NOT include disassemble or alignment.]
- REMOVE EXISTING BRAKE PARTS AND COMPARE TO NEW UNITS, VERIFY PROPER FITMENT. CLEAN ALL MATING SURFACES AND LUBRICATE ALL SLIDES AND GUIDES. USE NEW HARDWARE WHEN PROVIDED. ASSEMBLE BRAKES IN REVERSE ORDER OF DISASSEMBLY. UPON TEST DRIVE VERIFY PROPER OPERATION. *NEW ROTORS COME WITH AN OIL APPLIED FROM THE MANUFACTURER TO PREVENT RUSTING WHILE ON THE SHELF. WE HAVE CLEANED THE SURFACE OF THE ROTORS BUT THE ROTOR WILL ABSORB SOME OIL THAT CANNOT BE CLEANED OFF. THIS OIL WILL BURN OFF NATURALLY OVER THE NEXT COUPLE OF DAYS AND MAY CAUSE A SMELL. THIS IS NORMAL AND WILL GO AWAY.
- PERFORM A TOTAL QUALITY INSPECTION ON VEHICLE. A 4O+ POINT DIGITAL INSPECTION WITH PICTURES AND VIDEOS WILL BE TEXT (OR EMAIL IF YOU PREFER) TO YOU. LOOK OVER THAT INSPECTION AND THEN CALL US AT 951-677-2373
- Tire Pressure: Front ___ Rear ___
Alda P. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/16/2025 -
2011 Toyota Highlander
Mileage183,889Service Date3/13/2025Services Performed- USE ALL THE LATEST AVAILABLE DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS TO DETERMINE THE SOURCE OF THE CUSTOMERS LISTED SYMPTOM. NOTE ANY STORED CODES OR FAILED TESTS AND ADVISE OF ANY NEEDED REPAIRS AND PROVIDE AN ESTIMATE. INSPECTION FEE WILL BE APPLIED TO THE REPAIR UPON APPROVAL IN THE SAME VISIT.
- PERFORM A TOTAL QUALITY INSPECTION ON VEHICLE. A 4O+ POINT DIGITAL INSPECTION WITH PICTURES AND VIDEOS WILL BE TEXT (OR EMAIL IF YOU PREFER) TO YOU. LOOK OVER THAT INSPECTION AND THEN CALL US AT 951-677-2373
- Tire Pressure: Front ___ Rear ___
- MAIN BODY ECU – Remove & Replace
Jack P. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/14/2025 -
2007 Chevrolet Tahoe
Mileage137,002Service Date3/7/2025Services Performed- TECHNICIAN WILL USE THE LATEST DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT TO PINPOINT THE CAUSE OF THE FAULT(S) AND AN ESTIMATE FOR REPAIRS WILL BE PROVIDED. UPON COMPLETION OF THE REPAIRS THE TECHNICIAN WILL VERIFY THE REPAIR WITH A TEST DRIVE. THIS TEST DRIVE LIKELY WILL NOT RUN THE MONITORS REQUIRED FOR A SMOG TEST. IF THE VEHICLE NEEDS TO BE SMOGGED, DRIVE THE VEHICLE FOR 50-100 MILES AND RETURN TO VERIFY THE MONITORS HAVE PASSED BEFORE THE SMOG TEST. THERE ARE SOME CODES AND ISSUES THAT CAN ARISE THAT WILL BLOCK THE COMPUTER FROM CHECKING ALL COMPONENTS. THIS MEANS THAT AFTER REPAIRS A NEW CODE MAY ARISE AND WOULD REQUIRE A DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR. INSPECTION FEE WILL BE APPLIED TO THE REPAIR UPON APPROVAL IN THE SAME VISIT.
- PERFORM A TOTAL QUALITY INSPECTION ON VEHICLE. A 4O+ POINT DIGITAL INSPECTION WITH PICTURES AND VIDEOS WILL BE TEXT (OR EMAIL IF YOU PREFER) TO YOU. LOOK OVER THAT INSPECTION AND THEN CALL US AT 951-677-2373
- Tire Pressure: Front ___ Rear ___
- ENGINE OIL PRESSURE – Check
- DRAIN AND FILL ENGINE OIL, REPLACE ENGINE OIL FILTER, INSPECT BRAKES (THRU THE WHEELS, IF POSSIBLE), CHECK AND TOP OFF ALL FLUIDS EXCEPT FUEL.
- PERFORM A TOTAL QUALITY INSPECTION ON VEHICLE. A 4O+ POINT DIGITAL INSPECTION WITH PICTURES AND VIDEOS WILL BE TEXT (OR EMAIL IF YOU PREFER) TO YOU. LOOK OVER THAT INSPECTION AND THEN CALL US AT 951-677-2373
- RESET MAINTENANCE LIGHT AND PRINT REMINDER STICKER
Eric H. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/11/2025 -
2013 Mazda CX-9
Mileage149,653Service Date3/7/2025Services Performed- Replacing the vehicle with another one is recommended.
- USE ALL THE LATEST AVAILABLE DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS TO DETERMINE THE SOURCE OF THE CUSTOMERS LISTED SYMPTOM. NOTE ANY STORED CODES OR FAILED TESTS AND ADVISE OF ANY NEEDED REPAIRS AND PROVIDE AN ESTIMATE. INSPECTION FEE WILL BE APPLIED TO THE REPAIR UPON APPROVAL IN THE SAME VISIT.
- USE ALL AVAILABLE TESTING EQUIPMENT TO DETERMINE THE SOURCE OF THE SYMPTOMS LISTED BY THE CUSTOMER. IF MORE INFORMATION IS NEEDED THE CUSTOMER WILL BE CONTACTED.
- USE ALL THE LATEST AVAILABLE DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS TO DETERMINE THE SOURCE OF THE CUSTOMERS LISTED SYMPTOM. NOTE ANY STORED CODES OR FAILED TESTS AND ADVISE OF ANY NEEDED REPAIRS AND PROVIDE AN ESTIMATE. INSPECTION FEE WILL BE APPLIED TO THE REPAIR UPON APPROVAL IN THE SAME VISIT.
- USE ALL AVAILABLE TESTING EQUIPMENT TO DETERMINE THE SOURCE OF THE SYMPTOMS LISTED BY THE CUSTOMER. IF MORE INFORMATION IS NEEDED THE CUSTOMER WILL BE CONTACTED.
- PERFORM A TOTAL QUALITY INSPECTION ON VEHICLE. A 4O+ POINT DIGITAL INSPECTION WITH PICTURES AND VIDEOS WILL BE TEXT (OR EMAIL IF YOU PREFER) TO YOU. LOOK OVER THAT INSPECTION AND THEN CALL US AT 951-677-2373
- Tire Pressure: Front ___ Rear ___
James J. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/7/2025 -
2017 Honda Ridgeline
Mileage101,888Service Date3/7/2025Services Performed- CHECK FOR 100K MILE SERVICES
- Test drive vehicle and note any noises or pulsations. Upon Inspection remove all 4 wheels and note pad/shoe thickness. Note any hot spots or heat cracks. If brake pads or shoes are in need of replacement advise if rotors/drums can be machined or if replacement is required Friction Material Remaining in Millimeters F____ R____
- DRAIN AND FILL ENGINE OIL, REPLACE ENGINE OIL FILTER, INSPECT BRAKES (THRU THE WHEELS, IF POSSIBLE), CHECK AND TOP OFF ALL FLUIDS EXCEPT FUEL.
- PERFORM A TOTAL QUALITY INSPECTION ON VEHICLE. A 4O+ POINT DIGITAL INSPECTION WITH PICTURES AND VIDEOS WILL BE TEXT (OR EMAIL IF YOU PREFER) TO YOU. LOOK OVER THAT INSPECTION AND THEN CALL US AT 951-677-2373
- RESET MAINTENANCE LIGHT AND PRINT REMINDER STICKER
- REMOVE ALL FOUR TIRES AND INSPECT BRAKES, NOTE THE PAD/SHOE MEASUREMENTS IN THE INSPECTION. ROTATE THE TIRES FRONT TO REAR AND TORQUE WHEELS TO MANUFACTURES SPECIFICATION WITH A TORQUE WRENCH. TEST DRIVE TO VERIFY PROPER OPERATION. NOTE THE TREAD DEPTH IN THE VEHICLE INSPECTION.
- REMOVE ALL COMPONENTS TO ACCESS THE TIMING BELT. REMOVE TIMING BELT AND TIMING COMPONENTS. COMPARE ORIGINAL PARTS TO NEW UNITS AND VERIFY PROPER FITMENT. REPLACE BELT, TENSIONER, TENSION ADJUSTER, IDLER(S) AND WATER PUMP. UPON RE-ASSEMBLY VERIFY PROPER OPERATION WITH A TEST DRIVE.
- COOLANT FLUID SERVICE
- REMOVE ANY COMPONENTS NECESSARY TO GAIN ACCESS TO SPARK PLUGS. UPON REMOVAL INSPECT PLUGS AND NOTE ANY ABNORMAL WEAR. INSTALL SPARK PLUGS AND REPLACE REMOVED COMPONENTS IN REVERSE ORDER. ON TEST DRIVE VERIFY COMPUTER IS NOT READING ANY MISFIRES.
- MANUALLY CLEAN THE THROTTLE BODY OF CARBON DEPOSITS, CLEAN MAF SENSOR (IF APPLICABLE), AND ADD BG'S 44K TO THE FUEL TANK. UPON COMPLETION, TEST DRIVE TO ENSURE ALL CHEMICALS HAVE BEEN CONSUMED BY THE ENGINE, THERE IS NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON AND NO SMOKE OUT OF THE TAILPIPE. NOTE: MOST CARS WILL AUTOMATICALLY RE-LEARN IDLE. SOMETIMES THIS TAKES AWHILE AND OVER THE NEXT COUPLE OF DAYS IF THE IDLE GOES LOW OR EVEN STALLS, DON'T BE ALARMED, IT SHOULD GO AWAY WITHIN A COUPLE DAYS. THIS SERVICE IS RECOMMENDED EVERY 25K MILES FOR BEST RESULTS.
- DRAIN TRANSMISSION FLUID AND MEASURE THE AMOUNT THAT IS REMOVED. ADD THE SAME AMOUNT OF NEW FLUID TO THE TRANSMISSION ALONG WITH BG'S ATC PLUS. VERIFY PROPER OPERATION WITH A TEST DRIVE.
Jennifer P. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/7/2025 -
2015 Chevrolet Sonic
Mileage197,265Service Date3/6/2025Services Performed- USE ALL THE LATEST AVAILABLE DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS TO DETERMINE THE SOURCE OF THE CUSTOMERS LISTED SYMPTOM. NOTE ANY STORED CODES OR FAILED TESTS AND ADVISE OF ANY NEEDED REPAIRS AND PROVIDE AN ESTIMATE. INSPECTION FEE WILL BE APPLIED TO THE REPAIR UPON APPROVAL IN THE SAME VISIT.
- The customer got Autozone to replace the converter under warranty.We removed and replaced it at no charge for customer satisfaction.
Romeo D. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/6/2025 -
2010 Mercedes-Benz E63
Mileage144,430Service Date3/5/2025Services Performed- USE ALL THE LATEST AVAILABLE DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS TO DETERMINE THE SOURCE OF THE CUSTOMERS LISTED SYMPTOM. NOTE ANY STORED CODES OR FAILED TESTS AND ADVISE OF ANY NEEDED REPAIRS AND PROVIDE AN ESTIMATE. INSPECTION FEE WILL BE APPLIED TO THE REPAIR UPON APPROVAL IN THE SAME VISIT. – Inspected vehicle, First found that customer installed incorrect valve block due to vehicle not having air ride suspension on all four corners, it only has air ride in the rear, Front suspension height is electronically controlled. Scanned vehicle for faults: Retrieved can communication faults to the Chassis control module. Using scan tool commanded the front suspension height to raise, command is not accepted. Recommend taking vehicle to a MB or German automotive specialist, There is a facility named AUTOHAUS FRANKFURT that specialize in MB. –
- PERFORM A TOTAL QUALITY INSPECTION ON VEHICLE. A 4O+ POINT DIGITAL INSPECTION WITH PICTURES AND VIDEOS WILL BE TEXT (OR EMAIL IF YOU PREFER) TO YOU. LOOK OVER THAT INSPECTION AND THEN CALL US AT 951-677-2373 –
- Tire Pressure: Front 36 Rear 36. –
Dave M. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/5/2025 -
2013 Toyota Corolla
Mileage163,904Service Date3/4/2025Services Performed- THE TECHNICIAN WILL LOAD TEST THE BATTERY, TEST THE STARTER FOR AMPERAGE DRAW AND IF POSSIBLE, LOAD TEST THE ALTERNATOR. NOTE IF ANY TEST FAILS AND PROVIDE ESTIMATE FOR REPAIRS. INSPECTION FEE WILL BE APPLIED TO THE REPAIR UPON APPROVAL IN THE SAME VISIT.
- PERFORM A TOTAL QUALITY INSPECTION ON VEHICLE. A 4O+ POINT DIGITAL INSPECTION WITH PICTURES AND VIDEOS WILL BE TEXT (OR EMAIL IF YOU PREFER) TO YOU. LOOK OVER THAT INSPECTION AND THEN CALL US AT 951-677-2373
- Tire Pressure: Front ___ Rear ___
- REMOVE BOTH POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE TERMINALS. CLEAN BATTERY, TERMINALS AND HOLD DOWNS FROM ANY CORROSION BUILD UP. VERIFY A CLEAN CONTACT ON THE TERMINALS UPON INSTALL. SPRAY BATTERY PROTECTANT ON TERMINALS TO PREVENT CORROSION FROM RETURNING.
- REMOVE ANY COMPONENTS NECESSARY TO GAIN ACCESS TO SPARK PLUGS. UPON REMOVAL INSPECT PLUGS AND NOTE ANY ABNORMAL WEAR. INSTALL SPARK PLUGS AND REPLACE REMOVED COMPONENTS IN REVERSE ORDER. ON TEST DRIVE VERIFY COMPUTER IS NOT READING ANY MISFIRES.
- MANUALLY CLEAN THE THROTTLE BODY OF CARBON DEPOSITS, CLEAN MAF SENSOR (IF APPLICABLE), AND ADD BG'S 44K TO THE FUEL TANK. UPON COMPLETION, TEST DRIVE TO ENSURE ALL CHEMICALS HAVE BEEN CONSUMED BY THE ENGINE, THERE IS NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON AND NO SMOKE OUT OF THE TAILPIPE. NOTE: MOST CARS WILL AUTOMATICALLY RE-LEARN IDLE. SOMETIMES THIS TAKES AWHILE AND OVER THE NEXT COUPLE OF DAYS IF THE IDLE GOES LOW OR EVEN STALLS, DON'T BE ALARMED, IT SHOULD GO AWAY WITHIN A COUPLE DAYS. THIS SERVICE IS RECOMMENDED EVERY 25K MILES FOR BEST RESULTS.
Ken S. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/5/2025 -
2020 Infiniti QX80
Mileage99,963Service Date2/18/2025Services Performed- Test drive vehicle and note any noises or pulsations. Upon Inspection remove all 4 wheels and note pad/shoe thickness. Note any hot spots or heat cracks. If brake pads or shoes are in need of replacement advise if rotors/drums can be machined or if replacement is required Friction Material Remaining in Millimeters F____ R____
- DRAIN AND FILL ENGINE OIL, REPLACE ENGINE OIL FILTER, INSPECT BRAKES (THRU THE WHEELS, IF POSSIBLE), CHECK AND TOP OFF ALL FLUIDS EXCEPT FUEL.
- PERFORM A TOTAL QUALITY INSPECTION ON VEHICLE. A 4O+ POINT DIGITAL INSPECTION WITH PICTURES AND VIDEOS WILL BE TEXT (OR EMAIL IF YOU PREFER) TO YOU. LOOK OVER THAT INSPECTION AND THEN CALL US AT 951-677-2373
- RESET MAINTENANCE LIGHT AND PRINT REMINDER STICKER
- REMOVE EXISTING BRAKE PARTS AND COMPARE TO NEW UNITS, VERIFY PROPER FITMENT. CLEAN ALL MATING SURFACES AND LUBRICATE ALL SLIDES AND GUIDES. USE NEW HARDWARE WHEN PROVIDED. ASSEMBLE BRAKES IN REVERSE ORDER OF DISASSEMBLY. UPON TEST DRIVE VERIFY PROPER OPERATION. *NEW ROTORS COME WITH AN OIL APPLIED FROM THE MANUFACTURER TO PREVENT RUSTING WHILE ON THE SHELF. WE HAVE CLEANED THE SURFACE OF THE ROTORS BUT THE ROTOR WILL ABSORB SOME OIL THAT CANNOT BE CLEANED OFF. THIS OIL WILL BURN OFF NATURALLY OVER THE NEXT COUPLE OF DAYS AND MAY CAUSE A SMELL. THIS IS NORMAL AND WILL GO AWAY.
- REMOVE EXISTING BRAKE PARTS AND COMPARE TO NEW UNITS, VERIFY PROPER FITMENT. CLEAN ALL MATING SURFACES AND LUBRICATE ALL SLIDES AND GUIDES. USE NEW HARDWARE WHEN PROVIDED. ASSEMBLE BRAKES IN REVERSE ORDER OF DISASSEMBLY. UPON TEST DRIVE VERIFY PROPER OPERATION. *NEW ROTORS COME WITH AN OIL APPLIED FROM THE MANUFACTURER TO PREVENT RUSTING WHILE ON THE SHELF. WE HAVE CLEANED THE SURFACE OF THE ROTORS BUT THE ROTOR WILL ABSORB SOME OIL THAT CANNOT BE CLEANED OFF. THIS OIL WILL BURN OFF NATURALLY OVER THE NEXT COUPLE OF DAYS AND MAY CAUSE A SMELL. THIS IS NORMAL AND WILL GO AWAY.
Sam I. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/19/2025 -
2011 Honda CR-V
Mileage97,809Service Date2/17/2025Services Performed- DRAIN AND FILL ENGINE OIL, REPLACE ENGINE OIL FILTER, INSPECT BRAKES (THRU THE WHEELS, IF POSSIBLE), CHECK AND TOP OFF ALL FLUIDS EXCEPT FUEL.
- PERFORM A TOTAL QUALITY INSPECTION ON VEHICLE. A 4O+ POINT DIGITAL INSPECTION WITH PICTURES AND VIDEOS WILL BE TEXT (OR EMAIL IF YOU PREFER) TO YOU. LOOK OVER THAT INSPECTION AND THEN CALL US AT 951-677-2373
- RESET MAINTENANCE LIGHT AND PRINT REMINDER STICKER
- CABIN AIR FILTER – Remove & Replace
- STRUT ASSEMBLY – Removal & Installation – Both – [DOES NOT include disassemble or alignment.]
- TEST DRIVE VEHICLE TO CONFIRM ANY PULLING OR IF THE STEERING WHEEL IS OFF-CENTER. SHAKE DOWN FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION CHECKING FOR ANY WORN COMPONENTS THAT COULD EFFECT THE ALIGNMENT. PERFORM ALIGNMENT USING HUNTER LASER ALIGNMENT MACHINE. ADJUST ALL FACTORY ADJUSTABLE ANGLES TO THE MIDDLE OF FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS. NOTE IF ANY ANGLE IS STILL OUT OF ADJUSTMENT, IF AN ADJUSTMENT IS MAXED OUT, IF PARTS NEED REPLACEMENT OR IF A CAMBER KIT NEEDS INSTALLED. VERIFY PROPER OPERATION WITH A STRAIGHT STEERING WHEEL WITH A FINAL TEST DRIVE. SEE ATTACHED BEFORE AND AFTER MEASUREMENTS.
Donald N. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/17/2025 -
2015 Mazda 6
Mileage150,763Service Date2/7/2025Services Performed- DRAIN AND FILL ENGINE OIL, REPLACE ENGINE OIL FILTER, INSPECT BRAKES (THRU THE WHEELS, IF POSSIBLE), CHECK AND TOP OFF ALL FLUIDS EXCEPT FUEL. –
- PERFORM A TOTAL QUALITY INSPECTION ON VEHICLE. A 4O+ POINT DIGITAL INSPECTION WITH PICTURES AND VIDEOS WILL BE TEXT (OR EMAIL IF YOU PREFER) TO YOU. LOOK OVER THAT INSPECTION AND THEN CALL US AT 951-677-2373 –
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Ken B. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/15/2025
