Welcome to
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
Shop Hours
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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2012 Audi A7
Mileage161,763Service Date3/11/2026Services Performed- CHECK AND ADJUST TIRES TO RECOMMENDED PRESSURES
- DIAGNOSE COOLANT LEAK
- RADIATOR – Remove & Replace – Charge Air Cooler,Front
Jim L. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/12/2026 -
2018 Audi A5 Quattro
Mileage59,383Service Date3/10/2026Services Performed- CHECK AND ADJUST TIRES TO RECOMMENDED PRESSURES
- 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
- AIR CLEANER ELEMENT – Remove & Replace
Damon H. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/11/2026 -
2012 BMW 535i
Mileage106,394Service Date3/10/2026Services Performed- CHECK AND ADJUST TIRES TO RECOMMENDED PRESSURES
- Drain the oil to measure. The vehicle had 8.5 quarts of oil in it. The engine should have about 7 quarts of oil. Fill back up with 7 quarts of the removed oil.
- Scan the DME Codes found 11AC02 – Fuel High Pressure, Plausibility, Cold Start: Pressure too Low 119308 – Rail Pressure Sensor, Plausibility, Pressure too Low Before Engine Start. 213A21 – Vehicle Voltage to Low Check fuel pressure – it is 0. CHewck power to the fuel pump. It is good. Recommend replacing the fuel pump. We charged the battery for the voltage code.
- FUEL PUMP – Remove & Replace – In Tank
Rebeca A. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/10/2026 -
2019 Audi Q7
Mileage16,368Service Date2/26/2026Services Performed- RECOMMENDED FRONT 32 REAR35 PRESSURE IN LF46 RF47 LR46 RR47 PRESSURE OUT LF32 RF32 LR35 RR35
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Perform basic safety inspection. Road test vehicle.
Rich R. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/26/2026 -
2004 Porsche Cayenne
Mileage172,179Service Date2/25/2026Services Performed- Not checked – The vehicle has over sized tires
- The front drive shaft is bad.
- PROPELLER SHAFT – Remove & Install or Remove & Replace – S, Turbo Front
Mesa C. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/26/2026 -
2014 Audi A4 Quattro
Mileage79,970Service Date2/19/2026Services Performed- RECOMMENDED FRONT36 REAR38 PRESSURE IN LF36 RF36 LR38 RR38 PRESSURE OUT LF36 RF36 LR38 RR38
- The battery is original – it is date stamped 2014.
- REPLACE BATTERY W/ PROGRAMMING
Noelle L. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/25/2026 -
2004 Porsche 911
Mileage129,086Service Date2/20/2026Services Performed- RECOMMENDED FRONT REAR PRESSURE IN LF RF LR RR PRESSURE OUT LF RF LR RR
- Scan the system Code found Misfire Cylinder 1. Remove the cylinder 1 ignition coil. It has a crack in it. The coil needs to be replace. The customer wants to replace all of the coils
- IGNITION COIL – Remove & Replace – Normal All
Steve L. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/23/2026 -
2015 Volkswagen GTI
Mileage110,897Service Date2/13/2026Services Performed- RECOMMENDED FRONT37 REAR37 PRESSURE IN LF33 RF33 LR32 RR32 PRESSURE OUT LF37 RF37 LR37 RR37
- 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 2/13/2026 -
2011 Volkswagen GTI
Mileage174,081Service Date2/9/2026Services Performed- RECOMMENDED FRONT 38 REAR38 PRESSURE IN LF28 RF28 LR29 RR29 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.
- STARTER ASSEMBLY – R&R – Standard Trans
Miguel C. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/10/2026 -
2015 BMW X5
Mileage109,029Service Date1/29/2026Services Performed- RECOMMENDED FRONT33 REAR41 PRESSURE IN LF30 RF31 LR36 RR37 PRESSURE OUT LF33 RF33 LR41 RR41
- Scan the vehicle Code found in EMF 485D0 – Internal Control Unit Fault Codes in DSC 480A61 – EMF, Sporadic Fault, No Repair Measures Required 480A51 – Parking Brake Cannot Be Applied 480A7A – EMF, Actuation not Executed
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Perform basic safety inspection. Road test vehicle.
- 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.
- Replace front brake pad linings and front brake disc rotors. Clean and lubricate brake calipers and slide mechanisms. Check and fill brake fluid. Bleed air from system. Road test vehicle.
Jennifer B. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/29/2026 -
2008 Audi A6
Mileage247,945Service Date1/26/2026Services Performed- RECOMMENDED FRONT38 REAR42 PRESSURE IN LF34 RF33 LR38 RR38 PRESSURE OUT LF38 RF38 LR42 RR42
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Perform basic safety inspection. Road test vehicle.
- Scanned DME and found codes as follows: P2070 – Intake Manifold Tuning Valve(Bank 1), Stuck Open P2539 – Low Pressure Fuel Sensor, Open Circuit, Intermittent – MIL on Found rodent chewed wiring to the low pressure fuel sensor. Repair wiring
- Repair split hose at the washer reservoir
- Repair rodent chewed wiring to the foglight
Randy F. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/27/2026 -
2020 Porsche Cayenne
Mileage48,857Service Date1/20/2026Services Performed- RECOMMENDED FRONT 38 REAR41 PRESSURE IN LF35 RF33 LR35 RR36 PRESSURE OUT LF38 RF38 LR41 RR41
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Perform basic safety inspection. Road test vehicle.
Cindy C. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/23/2026








