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5 Best Car Repair Shops in Minneapolis (2026)

Ranked by real Google ratings and review volume · How we chose

Talise Sterling
By Talise Sterling, Goods and Shopping · ✓ Updated · 7 min read

We compared 18 car repair shops in Minneapolis on Google Maps · 5 listed · How we rank

A warning light rarely waits for a convenient day. The car repair shops in Minneapolis on this page hold more than 8,000 Google reviews between them, with ratings from 4.3 to 4.9, and that spread separates a shop built around quick tire and battery fixes from one known for diagnosing import cars.

Short answer: Turbo Tim's Anything Automotive is rated 4.8 from more than 1,600 Google reviews at its Central Ave NE shop, and reviewers praise its itemized, prioritized repair lists. Alexander's Import Auto Repair holds a 4.9 on a smaller base, and Midas on E Lake St is rated 4.7. No prices are published here.
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Garages compared, from tires to import repair

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Turbo Tim's Anything Automotive 4.8 ★ 1,699 General repair with itemized, prioritized estimates View ›
2 Bobby & Steve's Auto World 4.3 ★ 3,457 Tires, batteries and quick fixes with a waiting lounge View ›
3 Midas 4.7 ★ 1,492 Brakes, tires and same-day service View ›
4 Honest-1 Auto Care 4.4 ★ 985 Full-service repair near Lyndale Ave View ›
5 Alexander's Import Auto Repair 4.9 ★ 392 Import cars and hard-to-diagnose problems View ›
5 Best Car Repair Shops in Minneapolis (2026)

The shops, reviewed

Turbo Tim's Anything Automotive logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Turbo Tim's Anything Automotive

4.81,699 Google reviews

Turbo Tim's Anything Automotive is an auto repair shop at 2823 Central Ave NE in Minneapolis, one of several Turbo Tim's shops across the Twin Cities. Its site lists alignments, brake repair, exhaust and catalytic converter work, engine repair and maintenance, hybrid and EV repair, inspections, oil changes, tires, towing and transmission repair. The shop is open Monday through Friday and has an online scheduling link.

What people praise

  • Cost of each repair broken down and ranked by what is urgent and what can wait
  • A digital inspection report and an online system that reviewers like
  • Clear explanations with diagrams or photos, according to one reviewer
  • A bill lower than the estimate in one reviewer's case, after one fix cleared the check-engine light

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer reported a long wait for an oil change with little communication, so ask for a time estimate when you drop off
  • Open weekdays only
Reputation scorecardrank in Minneapolis
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume1,699 · 92nd
Confidencevery high
Recency2 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown91% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A well-reviewed all-round shop that keeps customers informed. Its 4.8 stands on a large base of reviews.

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2823 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418

Bobby & Steve's Auto World logo
#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Bobby & Steve's Auto World

4.33,457 Google reviews

Bobby & Steve's Auto World is at 1221 Washington Ave S in Minneapolis. Google files it as a tire shop and auto repair shop, and lists it as open 24 hours. Reviewers describe tire repairs, battery replacement, diagnostics and a service department, along with a gas station, a comfortable waiting area with coffee and food, and a free car wash.

What people praise

  • Fast help on tire repairs and batteries, including walk-in and same-day service
  • Staff who call with a price and wait for approval before extra work, according to one reviewer
  • A detailed written or emailed report after service, according to one reviewer
  • A roadside jump start that reached one customer in about 30 minutes, according to that reviewer

Worth knowing

  • Its 4.3 is the lowest rating on this page, even though it has the largest review base
Reputation scorecardrank in Minneapolis
Rating4.3 / 5
Review volume3,457 · 97th
Confidencehigh
Recency7 days ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown73% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A high-volume stop for tires, batteries and routine repairs, with a lounge that makes waiting easier. The lower rating is worth a look in its Google reviews.

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1221 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55415

Midas logo
#3🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Midas

4.71,492 Google reviews

Midas is a Midas location at 601 E Lake St in Minneapolis. Its site lists brakes, oil changes, tires and auto repair, and Google adds air conditioning, mufflers, transmissions and wheel alignment. Hours run Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM and on Saturday until 4 PM.

What people praise

  • Same-day brake pad and flat tire work, including a last-minute inspection before a road trip
  • A manager who explains the work and keeps customers updated, according to reviewers
  • Staff who speak English and Spanish, according to one reviewer
  • Honesty about a part that didn't work, with the correct one ordered and fitted the same afternoon, according to one reviewer

Worth knowing

  • Closed Sundays
Reputation scorecardrank in Minneapolis
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume1,492 · 86th
Confidencevery high
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown89% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A solid pick for brakes and tires when you need the work done in a day. As a Midas location, it follows that brand's coupons and service menu.

Website Book now+1612-807-1849 Directions

601 E Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55407

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#4🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Honest-1 Auto Care

4.4985 Google reviews

Honest-1 Auto Care is at 2217 Lyndale Ave S in Minneapolis, and its site calls the shop Honest-1 Auto Care Uptown. The site describes a full-service repair facility covering air conditioning and heating, brakes, tune-ups, check-engine diagnosis, oil changes, tires, transmission and alignment. It is open Monday through Saturday.

What people praise

  • Thorough inspections with repairs explained and prioritized, according to reviewers
  • Same-day or next-morning turnaround on an alternator and battery repair
  • A shop that didn't find extra problems after a serpentine belt repair, according to one reviewer
  • A calm waiting area that one reviewer says has an aquarium

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer compared a repair quote with a dealership's and found Honest-1 higher, so get the estimate in writing and compare it
Reputation scorecardrank in Minneapolis
Rating4.4 / 5
Review volume985 · 81st
Confidencehigh
Recency6 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown79% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A busy full-service shop with good feedback on honesty and speed. One reviewer found its quote higher than a dealership's, so ask for the estimate in writing before work begins.

Website+1612-871-7545 Directions

2217 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405

Alexander's Import Auto Repair logo
#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Alexander's Import Auto Repair

4.9392 Google reviews

Alexander's Import Auto Repair is at 2904 E 35th St in Minneapolis and its site invites owners to bring in an import vehicle, though its Google listing is a general auto repair shop. Its site lists brake repair, warning light analysis, exhaust, alignment and transmission repair, offers complimentary loaner cars, and says it serves South Minneapolis neighborhoods. It is open Monday through Friday.

What people praise

  • Trusted for critical systems and hard-to-diagnose problems on a Mercedes-Benz, according to one reviewer
  • A loaner car for a job that took several hours
  • Precise quotes and clear communication
  • Follow-up after appointments and a no-upsell approach

Worth knowing

  • Open weekdays only
  • It has the smallest review base on this page, at fewer than 400 reviews
Reputation scorecardrank in Minneapolis
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume392 · 64th
Confidencehigh
Recency6 days ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown93% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong choice for import owners who want straight answers and a loaner. The 4.9 rests on fewer reviews than the busiest names here, but the praise is consistent.

Website+1612-729-2516 Directions

2904 E 35th St, Minneapolis, MN 55406

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How the scorecards read

The rating is each shop’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated it, compared with the other shops on this page. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.8 from more than a thousand people carries more than the same score from a few dozen. Recency shows how lately customers are still posting reviews.

What drives a repair bill

No prices are published here. A repair bill depends on the work, the parts, the diagnosis time and the make of the car. A Turbo Tim’s reviewer says a repair list ranked by urgency helps with planning, so ask for an itemized written estimate and approve any extra work before it starts.

Where to find them

These shops have Minneapolis addresses on Central Ave NE, Washington Ave S, E Lake St, Lyndale Ave S and E 35th St. Searching for car repair shops near me? Each listing below has a phone number, hours and directions, and several offer online scheduling.

What to ask before you drop off the keys

  • Can I get an itemized written estimate before any work starts?
  • Will you call me for approval if you find something extra?
  • How long will it take, and how will you update me?
  • Is a loaner car or a ride available?
  • What warranty comes with the parts and labor?

Frequently asked questions

Which Minneapolis shops offer a loaner car?

Alexander’s Import Auto Repair lists complimentary loaner cars on its site, and a reviewer describes using one. A Turbo Tim’s reviewer mentions a free ride home after dropping off the car, so ask when you book.

Who can help with a dead battery or flat tire?

Bobby & Steve’s Auto World reviewers describe tire repair, battery replacement and a roadside jump start. Midas reviewers mention a same-day flat tire repair. Turbo Tim’s lists towing among its services.

Is there a shop here that focuses on import cars?

Alexander’s Import Auto Repair says it works on imports, and a reviewer describes bringing a Mercedes-Benz there for difficult diagnoses. Its Google listing is a general auto repair shop, so confirm it handles your make.

Can I get repairs done on a Saturday?

Midas is open until 4 PM on Saturdays and Honest-1 Auto Care until 3 PM, according to their hours. Google lists Bobby & Steve’s Auto World as open 24 hours. Turbo Tim’s and Alexander’s list weekday hours only.

Picking a garage

Turbo Tim’s suits general repair with clear estimates, Alexander’s suits import owners, and Bobby & Steve’s suits quick tire and battery jobs. Whichever you pick, ask for a written estimate and approve extras before work begins.

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