Mark Hansen Auto Repair Service
“Got me in the next day and fixed my car in one day.”
Best Auto Repair in Ames, IA
15 professionals listed · 12 in Ames · 2 open weekends · 13 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Eastman Auto Care
“Was able to rush in parts and have the whole thing fixed in a day at a reasonable rate!”
Shaffer's Auto Body
“Everyone was polite, my vehicle was done on time, I had access to a loaner car while mine was being repaired, and Justin was even able to get answers to my questions from my very unresponsive insurance company.”
Ron's Auto Repair Center
“I recommend this place, they are very honest and sincere”
Central Iowa Diesel Performance
“If you are ever needing diesel work done be sure to give these guys a call.”
Fix It Auto Repair
“Informed me of a couple things to keep in mind for next appointment.”
Listed for drivers in and around Ames, IA, these 15 shops handle general repair work. What each one says about parts, warranties, financing and fleet accounts comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Ames, IA
Of the 15 professionals we list here, 12 are in Ames itself and 3 come from Nevada (2, 8 mi) and Huxley (1, 9 mi). The professionals on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 2,495 reviews; 12 have 50 or more reviews and 13 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the professionals on this page are "price", "communication" and "fair". 2 are open on Saturdays. The services the professionals on this page list most often on their websites are auto repair & maintenance (2), maintenance (2), the car salon (2), tires (2) and towing (2). 4 list staff certifications (ASE) and 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 11 websites of the professionals on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1998. 4 offer financing; 6 are family- or locally-owned and 9 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the professionals on this page; all 15 publish a contact page; 4 list a public email and 3 take bookings online. We count these figures across the professionals on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the professional before you visit.
How long have the listed shops been open?
12 of the 15 shops show ten or more years in business. Longevity is not a guarantee of anything, but a repair shop that keeps the same sign over the same door for that long has generally been settling arguments rather than walking away from them.
Wheelock's Auto Service
“I had sent an email requesting a consultation and they were able to get me in within a day.”
Hansen Automotive Ames Towing
“Came in to have tires changed and they politely pointed out that I needed additional service (alignment) that they were able to schedule quickly and for a reasonable rate.”
Campus Garage
“They were able to get us in quickly and did what felt like a thorough inspection, that ultimately allowed us to move forward with a used car purchase.”
En-Tire Car Care
“They checked my brakes and changed the rear quick on a Saturday morning”
Anything Scout
“Great products, great service and one of the best customer service team for a SMB.”
Elmquist Autocare Center
Big 8 Tyre Center
“Had no appointment set up and they got my vehicle in anyways and was done by the end of the day reasonably priced for being local!”
Bud's Auto Repair
“We just picked up our repaired vehicle and are so thankful to the team at Bud's Auto for their hard work, honesty and integrity.”
Tinker's Dam
“Made sure I understood everything and how to operate my intoxalock device.”
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