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John's Automotive Service
- Fair
- Truck
- Inspection
“When they called, they had done there homework and knew what the problems were, what ones were a safety issue and what, in general, the car needed for service.”
Best Engine Repair & Rebuild in Cedar Rapids, IA
24 technicians listed · 9 in Cedar Rapids · 1 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Mt. Vernon Road Tire
“I got a flat late on a Sunday night on a 2000 mile journey and after calling around different tire shops on Monday morning, and everyone telling me we can't get your tire, i finally called Lane at Mt Vernon Road tire repair and he said he would have ...”
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ATS Automotive
“From taking care of our old beater truck to advising on a purchase of a new vehicle to routine auto care, I've been very happy with their service and pricing.”
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All Tune and Lube Total Car Care
- Diagnose
- Snacks
- Vehicle
“They got the front wheels almost dead on, were honest about not being able to adjust my rear wheels, and gave me a full report on what other repairs were still needed.”
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Fairway Auto Care Center
- Cost
- Job
- Vehicle
“I only came for an estimate everything was perfect only reason for 4 stars was the shop's kinda hidden little difficult to find but everyone was nice and pleasant”
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Klein Auto Service
- Oil
- Fair
- Work
“I have been to this place few times now for my car repairs and almost settled with this location as my goto place after inquiring around for the quotes and they came out fair so far.”
Listed for drivers in and around Cedar Rapids, IA, these 24 shops repair, rebuild and replace engines. What each one says about machine work, warranty terms and the engines it supplies comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Cedar Rapids, IA
9 of the 24 technicians we list are based in Cedar Rapids; the other 15 serve Cedar Rapids from towns including Marion (7 mi), Iowa City (23 mi) and Fairfax (6 mi). The technicians on this page are rated from 3.9 to 5.0 across 2,463 reviews; 16 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (95%), quality (94%) and value (85%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "diagnosis", "fair" and "honest". 1 is open on Saturdays. The services the technicians on this page list most often on their websites are engine repair (3), brake repair (2), brakes (2), check engine light (2) and oil changes (2). 3 list staff certifications (ASE) and 9 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 19 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 58 years. 4 offer financing; 3 give free estimates; 7 are family- or locally-owned and 6 list coupons or special offers. 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.
Do engine shops listed for Cedar Rapids let me spread the cost?
4 of the 24 shops on this page state that they offer financing. An engine is the repair people borrow for, so compare what the credit costs against what a different car would cost you, and get the repair quote in writing first.
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Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
- Manager
- Truck
- Diagnosed
“Worked with Todd when my car needed a csc replacement, had Todd order a new clutch and flywheel as well and ended up doing the job super fast, very satisfied.”
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Milex Complete Auto Care
- Rotors
- Brakes
- Vehicle
“I have a large family with teen drivers and we have had almost every vehicle there for repairs as large as an engine replacement, timing chain repairs down to oil changes.”
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Auto Repair Specialties
“Friendly and cheap rates excellent service”
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Blairs Ferry Automotive
“I was impressed that he was so kind and professional and that he didn't try to charge me for blinker fluid (or some arbitrary made up/unnecessary item) like some dealers and auto shops have done.”
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Tooltimes Automotive Repair
- Vehicle
- Money
- Price
“In all fairness I've known this guy for many years, but he knows his stuff as a mechanic and has always been fair on prices and will tell you if it is in need of immediate repair or if it really can wait.”
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Economy Auto Repair
- Communication
- Estimate
- Honest
“I recommend 100% this place, I recently went because I am going on a very long trip with my car and they are the only ones (and I know many mechanics and places) I really trust.”
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Anderson Automotive
- Front End Alignment
- Report
- Inspection
“The honesty of not just wanting us to through money at an issue that could be verified made me definitely feel like this is a mechanic I will recommend and use in the future.”
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Albert Auto Service
- Battery
- Cost
- Mechanic
“After $800 of practically getting nowhere with the dealer, I took it in to Albert Auto and they had done a thorough diagnosis beyond just reading the engine codes and gave me clear explanations for what was going on.”
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The Tranny Shop
- Transmission
“Great guy, won't be taking any of my transmissions anywhere else”
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Under-Hill Truck & Auto Repair
- Fashion
- Quote
- Price
“These guys are always so great at getting my vehicles back on the road.”
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Iowa Repair & Machine
“Kasey, the owner, and his guys are very knowledgeable about all different types of trucks and how to properly address them from a mechanical stand point.”
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Third Pedal
“Brain and his team at third pedal auto Did an excellent job I thought their service was bar none compared to anyone else I would definitely use their services again A good mechanic is hard to find nowadays and Brian Is a top tier top notch mechan...”
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Automotive Fuel Systems
- Mower
- Prices
- Carburetor
“Took my push mower in to get the pull cable replaced, the part took longer than expected to arrive, but he made mine a priority once it did and had it done the next day.”
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Solon Truck & Tractor Repair
“Friendly no nonsense guys!”
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Hanson Automotive Inc
- Feel
- Prices
- Fair
“I wasn't expecting my car to get done so quickly since it was around the holidays, but it was done within just a few days and they were nice enough to buff out some paint from a previous incident.”
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Greer Motor Frame & Axle
- Trip
- Upsell
- Morning
“I'm so happy to have found him that even though I'll probably never need a repair in Coralville IA again, I want to make sure he gets as much business as possible”
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Harapat Auto Service
- Respect
- Money
- Mechanic
“Their customer service is unmatched and they're always honest about what's going on with your vehicle, which isn't always the case in the auto repair industry.”
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All Seasons Automotive
“When I brought the car in, they were able to diagnose the issue and called me to discuss different treatment options with estimated prices for each option.”
Engine Repair Services in Cedar Rapids, IA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$716
Maximum cost
$5369
National Average
$2148
Avg Per Hour Rates
$105
$1850
$2983
Typical price range is based on 284 cost profiles
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