Livingston's Automotive
“Both times we never felt pressured for other items, and they just handle everything with such ease and confidence.”
Best Car Tune-Up in Des Moines, IA
17 technicians listed · all 17 in Des Moines · 5 open weekends · 16 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Honest Wrenches Automotive Repair
“They thoroughly inspected my car, explained the issues, and gave me options.”
Joey's Auto Shop
“Very nice and welcoming owner named Joey walked me through everything that was done to my truck with very reasonable prices in a timely manner”
Knudson Transmission Services
“When the replacement part came in, they did everything to prioritize me since I had plans to travel shortly.”
White's Automotive
“We will be letting All our friends and family know about this business.”
TOM Davis Automotive
“Had car brought in to their shop on Friday, they had my radiator replaced and A/C system fixed early Tuesday.”
Listed for drivers in and around Des Moines, IA, these 17 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: Des Moines, IA
All 17 technicians we list here are in Des Moines itself. We have 18 technicians in Des Moines on file; this page shows the highest-rated 17. The technicians on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 2,264 reviews; 9 have 50 or more reviews and 16 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "price", "fair" and "diagnosis". 5 are open on Saturdays. 2 list staff certifications (ASE) and 7 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 10 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 71 years. 1 offers financing; 1 gives free estimates; 2 are family- or locally-owned and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 9 of the technicians on this page; 5 publish a contact page; 2 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the technicians on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the technician before you visit.
Can I book a tune-up online with shops listed for Des Moines?
Online booking is offered by 2 of the 17 shops on this page. Put the symptom in the notes rather than picking a service name, because a shop that knows it is chasing a misfire will set aside diagnostic time instead of a quick parts slot.
Off the Line Performance
“Even though they weren't able to upgrade my exhaust (car is still under warranty), they were very informative in educating me on what upgrades would be beneficial in the future.”
Yugo Auto Services
“They got my car back on the road in a timely fashion after changing the fuel pressure sensor and also opted to get my spark plugs done since they had to remove the same parts out of the way.”
Carlos Auto Service
“To those who needs their car fixed, Carlos is the man who can fix it all!”
Collins Tire and Auto Center
“Highly recommend them, they have my business from here on out !”
Harger Automotive
“First time bringing my Acura to Tom and he did great work, very honest and timely.”
Gary Smuck Automotive
“We have taken multiple cars for various issues and he is always honest and fairly priced.”
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Bens Auto Service
“These guys did what would have taken any other shop three or four days in just ONE DAY!”
Innovative Autohaus
“David recently replaced the rod bearings in my Z4M, he was very professional and knowledgeable about the platform.”
Eastown Tire & Auto Care
“I was hesitant to call them again because of the issue - but they came to my office, picked up my car, took it back to their shop, repaired the issue, and returned the car to my office at no charge.”
Fast Auto Clinic LLC
“Carlos went above and beyond to help my friend with his I mean went out of his way I know where I will be going to get my car fixed from here on out.”
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