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Dennis Sherman Foreign Car Service,
your car service in La Mesa, CA and greater San Diego!
If you’re looking for auto repair in San Diego or La Mesa, CA, you’ve found us. Here at Dennis Sherman Foreign Car Service we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a La Mesa or San Diego car service you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
Here at Dennis Sherman Foreign Car Service 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 Sand Diego 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 San Diego and La Mesa, we are totally confident that Dennis Sherman Foreign Car Service is the best option in town!
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Dennis Sherman Foreign Car Service
8620 La Mesa Blvd
La Mesa, CA 91942-3904
(619) 464-7222dsforeigncar@sbcglobal.net
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Mon-Fri: 7:30am-5:30pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
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About Dennis Sherman Foreign Car Service La Mesa, CA
Since 1972, Dennis Sherman Foreign Car Service has been serving San Diego County from our La Mesa location. We specialize in Porsche, BMW, Mini, Audi, and Volkswagen. Our quality services, exceptional expertise, and dedication have helped us gain loyal customers.
We highly welcome you to join them.
We have the latest in diagnostic equipment to be able to correctly and quickly diagnose all systems in the late model European vehicles.
We Are The Professional Dealer Alternative!
Are you ready to experience the best La Mesa car service available? Please give us a call or make an appointment here.
The Absolute Best Car Service in San Diego/La Mesa, CA
In order to provide the best services available, we are equipped with the latest technology for diagnostics which includes: Mitchell on Demand, Autologic, Durametric, and VAG-COM. Using these technologies we are able to diagnose the problems you may be having and provide the best, quickest route to repair them.
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in San Diego and La Mesa, 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 Dennis Sherman Foreign Car Service, 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 La Mesa auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in San Diego, 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
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2015 Volkswagen Golf
Mileage69,872Service Date2/7/2025Services Performed- RECOMMENDED FRONT 32 REAR32 PRESSURE IN LF34 RF36 LR34 RR33 PRESSURE OUT LF32 RF32 LR32 RR32
- The right inner axle boot has a small leak past the clamp.
- It is raining to day and we did not hear the squeak. The front brake pads are at 5 mm, THe rotors are rusted and the right side has a lip. The rear brake pads are at 7mm, The rotors are rusted and grooved.
Kristina S. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/7/2025 -
2009 Porsche Cayenne
Mileage134,303Service Date2/6/2025Services Performed- Not Checked – off road tires
- Pressure test the cooling system. The expansion tank is leaking. We recommend replacing the expansion tank and rechecking. On the recheck we a second cooling leak at the fitting between the water pump and the thermostat. The water pump and thermostat were also replaced with customer approval.
- EXPANSION TANK – Remove & Replace – 4.8L Eng
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Perform basic safety inspection. Road test vehicle.
- Replace the water pump thermostat and intake socket.
Juha M. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/7/2025 -
2008 BMW 328i
Mileage145,523Service Date2/4/2025Services Performed- RECOMMENDED FRONT 32 REAR36 PRESSURE IN LF28 RF29 LR32 RR32 PRESSURE OUT LF32 RF32 LR36 RR36
- SCan the system. Codes found. 2ABD – EAC Sensor, Communication 29CE – Combustion Misfiring, Cylinder 2 29D9 – Misfiring with Low Fuel Level 2F9E – Thermal Oil Level Sensor We recommend replacing the spark plugs and ignition coils.
- CHECK OVER. BRAKES, ETC.
- SPARK PLUGS – Remove & Replace. replace all 6 coils
- Replace rear brake pad linings. Check rear brake disc rotor condition. Clean and lubricate brake calipers and slide mechanisms. Check and fill brake fluid. Bleed air from system. Road test vehicle.
- CHECK THE FLUID LEVELS
Tom G. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/7/2025 -
2011 Volkswagen GTI
Mileage162,500Service Date2/6/2025Services Performed- RECOMMENDED FRONT38 REAR38 PRESSURE IN LF27 RF27 LR28 RR28 PRESSURE OUT LF38 RF38 LR38 RR38
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Perform basic safety inspection. Road test vehicle.
- CABIN AIR FILTER – Remove & Replace
- VACUUM PUMP – Remove & Install or Remove & Replace
Miguel C. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/6/2025 -
2018 BMW X3
Mileage66,589Service Date2/5/2025Services Performed- RECOMMENDED FRONT 32 REAR35 PRESSURE IN LF30 RF32 LR33 RR33 PRESSURE OUT LF32 RF32 LR35 RR35
- Check brake fluid for moisture and contamination. Inspect all hydraulic line and hoses. Inspect calipers and wheel cylinders. Inspect master cylinder and cap. Flush entire brake system including master cylinder, calipers, wheel cylinders until clean.
- The washer pump leaks. Replace the pump.
- It works.
- TURBOCHARGER COOLANT HOSE – Remove & Replace – 2.0L Eng Return
Larry A. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/6/2025 -
2012 BMW 335i
Mileage63,846Service Date2/4/2025Services Performed- RECOMMENDED FRONT 32 REAR38 PRESSURE IN LF24 RF24 LR30 RR30 PRESSURE OUT LF32 RF32 LR38 RR38
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Perform basic safety inspection. Road test vehicle.
- REPLACE THE WIPER BLADES
Thomas D. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/4/2025 -
2015 Volkswagen GTI
Mileage99,921Service Date2/3/2025Services Performed- RECOMMENDED FRONT 37 REAR37 PRESSURE IN LF37 RF37 LR37 RR37 PRESSURE OUT LF37 RF37 LR37 RR37
- VALVE COVER GASKET – Remove & Replace – (Camshaft Cover) – [Includes: Additional time for use of scan tool to perform this procedure.]
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Perform basic safety inspection. Road test vehicle.
Marco C. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/4/2025 -
2017 BMW X3
Mileage50,790Service Date1/29/2025Services Performed- RECOMMENDED FRONT32 REAR38 PRESSURE IN LF28 RF29 LR31 RR32 PRESSURE OUT LF32 RF32 LR38 RR38
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Perform basic safety inspection. Road test vehicle.
Carl J. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/30/2025 -
2015 Volkswagen Golf
Mileage102,030Service Date1/29/2025Services Performed- RECOMMENDED FRONT 38 REAR38 PRESSURE IN LF 38 RF38 LR 38 RR38 PRESSURE OUT LF38 RF38 LR 38RR38
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Perform basic safety inspection. Road test vehicle.
- ROTATE TIRES
- Repair broken washer hose.
- SECURE LOOSE UNDER PAN
Jarrett H. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/29/2025 -
2018 Porsche Panamera
Mileage42,780Service Date1/23/2025Services Performed- RECOMMENDED FRONT 32 REAR39 PRESSURE IN LF32 RF32 LR39 RR39 PRESSURE OUT LF32 RF32 LR39 RR39
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Perform basic safety inspection. Road test vehicle.
- AIR INTAKE HOSES – INSPECT – [Visual inspection for exterior soiling and blockage.] AXLE SHAFT JOINTS – INSPECT – [Check play; visual inspection of the dust bellows for signs of damage.] BRAKE LINEHOSE CONNECTIONS – INSPECT BRAKE SYSTEM – INSPECT – [Visual inspection of the brake pads and brake discs for signs of wear.] COOLANT HOSES & CLAMPS – INSPECT COOLANT LEVEL – INSPECT DOOR HINGES & LOCKS – INSPECT – [Check door locks, lid locks, safety hook and internal trunk release mechanism (trunk entrapment) of the front lid: Check to ensure that they are adjusted correctly and function properly.] DRIVE BELTS – INSPECT DRIVESHAFT – INSPECT – [Visual inspection of the boots for leaks and signs of damage.] ELECTRICAL SYSTEM – INSPECT – [Inspect Indicator and warning lights as well.] EXHAUST SYSTEM – INSPECT – [Visual inspection for leaks and signs of damage; check mounts.] FUEL SYSTEM – INSPECT – [Visual inspection for damage, correct routing and firm seating of the line connections.] HEADLIGHTS – INSPECT – [Check adjustment and function.] HORN OPERATION – INSPECT LIGHTS & CONTROLS – INSPECT OILS/FLUIDS – INSPECT PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM – INSPECT – [Check free play of parking brake lever.] RADIATOR – INSPECT – [Visual inspection for exterior soiling and blockage.] SEAT BELTS – INSPECT – [Check function and condition.] STEERING SYSTEM – INSPECT – [Visual inspection of the bellows for signs of damage.] SUSPENSION – INSPECT – [Check tightness of screw connections on the suspension adjustment system at the front and rear.] TIE ROD ENDS – INSPECT – [Check play and dust bellows.] TIRE PRESSURE – INSPECT TIRES – INSPECT UNDERBODY CONTACT POINTS & LINKAGE – INSPECT – [Visual inspection for leaks (oils and fluids) and chafing (lines and hoses) Underbody covers: Visual inspection for completeness, fastening and signs of damage.] WINDSHIELD WIPER & WASHER SYSTEMS – INSPECT WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADE INSERTS – INSPECT DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM – READ OUT CABIN AIR FILTER – REPLACE MAINTENANCE INTERVAL – RESET VEHICLE – ROAD-TEST – [Test Drive: Inspect remote control, front seats, foot brake and parking brake (also operating travel), engine, clutch, steering, transmission, ParkAssist, automatic speed control, PSM switch, PASM switch, heater, air conditioning system and instruments: Check function.]
- Check brake fluid for moisture and contamination. Inspect all hydraulic line and hoses. Inspect calipers and wheel cylinders. Inspect master cylinder and cap. Flush entire brake system including master cylinder, calipers, wheel cylinders until clean.
Jeffery R. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/28/2025 -
2019 Porsche Cayenne
Mileage38,289Service Date1/21/2025Services Performed- RECOMMENDED FRONT38 REAR41 PRESSURE IN LF35 RF37 LR 38 RR37 PRESSURE OUT LF38 RF38 LR 41 RR41
- Minor residue from the right motor mount All brake pads are 5-6 mm Bad speaker in the right front
Veronica H. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/22/2025 -
2020 Porsche Cayenne
Mileage32,150Service Date1/16/2025Services Performed- RECOMMENDED FRONT REAR PRESSURE IN LF RF LR RR PRESSURE OUT LF RF LR RR
- Scan the system Codes found u1122 – Data Bus – Fault Value Received C0528 – Steering Angle Sensor, Signal Implausible -indicator on The right front wheel is towed in. We can not see anything obviously bent.The light cleared and is not on at this time Recommend an alignment to correct or check for bent items. The Airbag light was on as well Scan the system Code found B13Bcf2 – Multiple Collision Brake, No Function. THis light cleared.
Art H. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/19/2025