Mark Hansen Auto Repair Service
“They have done the routine maintenance on all 3 of our vehicles, sold us tires, rotated them as needed, replaced struts and shocks when needed and various other necessary repairs over the years.”
Best Car Tune-Up in Ames, IA
10 technicians listed · 4 in Ames · all 10 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license
Data verified October 18, 2026
Campus Garage
“Campus Garage diagnosed and repaired a bad ignition coil on my out-of-state ISU studen's /daughter's car, offering price point options for their suggested remedies.”
Central Iowa Diesel Performance
“Jed and his team did magic to my Ford F250, great experience, and highly recommend them.”
Wheelock's Auto Service
“Had a tire issue when in town and they got us in right away and had us out in no time at all.”
Craig Automotive
“Check engine light came on, in my Subaru on Wednesday, stopped at Craig's and they cleared the computer so we could get on our way for another 200 hundred miles.”
Barkmeier Auto Repair
“Alot of other shops don't want to get involved with the work that needs to be done in that certain area by the manifold.”
Listed for drivers in and around Ames, IA, these 10 shops handle tune-up work and running faults. What each one says about diagnostics, warranties and service specials comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Ames, IA
Of the 10 technicians we list here, 4 are in Ames itself and 6 come from towns including Boone (3, 14 mi), Story City (1, 11 mi) and Colo (1, 16 mi). The technicians on this page are rated from 4.5 to 4.9 across 1,668 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "price", "honest" and "communication". 1 shows a license on its website; 1 lists staff certifications (ASE) and 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 5 websites of the technicians on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2003. 1 offers financing; 1 gives free estimates; 4 are family- or locally-owned and 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 6 of the technicians on this page; 6 publish a contact page; 1 lists a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the technicians on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the technician before you visit.
Les Auto
“I really like this placed will have all car repairs done here.”
Sternquist Garage and Tire
“Quick service, fair honest and upfront about the work that needed to be done.”
Imlay Service
“Great shop that always treats you right.”
Dan's Auto
“Dan's great -- down-to-earth, realistic, does good work, and is honest about letting you know when dealer-recommended work really isn't.”
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