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24 technicians listed · 12 in Iowa City · 7 open weekends · 22 rated 4.5+

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Hanson Automotive Inc

Hanson Automotive Inc

(49)
  • Feel
  • Job
  • 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.”
ASE Certified
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1985
2462 Freedom Ct, Iowa City, IA
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Whitedog Import Auto Repair

Whitedog Import Auto Repair

(49)
  • Drive
  • Audi
  • Mechanic
“Whitedog Auto Repair provided exceptional service during my recent oil change, delivering quality work and maintaining excellent communication throughout the process.”
In Business Since 1999
424 Highland Ct Suite 1, Iowa City, IA
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Harapat Auto Service

Harapat Auto Service

(49)
  • Money
  • Work
  • Needs
“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.”
Locally Owned & Operated
ASE Certified
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1968
436 Ruppert Rd, Iowa City, IA
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Mobil 1 Lube Express

Mobil 1 Lube Express

(44)
“After getting in touch with the owner of the shop, he was pleasant and professional regarding the issue, and covered the cost of the damage and repair, in addition to refunding the oil service.”
Coupons & Offers
BBB Accredited
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2003
600 S Riverside Dr, Iowa City, IA
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LOCALLY OWNED, LOCALLY OPERATED. WE ARE NOT A FRANCHISED COMPANY. GO HAWKS! Where We Are Iowa City; 600 S Riverside Dr. 52246. South of Downtown Iowa City (along side the west bank of the Iowa River) Right next to the Mc'Waynes Dairy Queen Who We Are Mobil 1 Lube Express in Iowa City is an independently and locally owned maintenance and repair facility. We are dedicated to providing the highest level of vehicle care and customer service available. We maintain a locally owned, friendly and fair environment, which respects attention to detail. We do this by having the owner on site every day, only hiring the best of employees, using only the best of professional grade parts, and to truly take care of and in servicing your vehicle; including a staff of ASE Certified Mechanics. What We Pledge Our customers are well informed people making important decisions regarding their vehicle maintenance and repair. It is our mission to educate our customers about the condition of their vehicle and advise them on recommended maintenance for the safe and continued operation of their vehicle.

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Iowa City Tire and Service

Iowa City Tire and Service

(47)
“I've been to some bad car service places in the past, which has put me off from servicing my car in IC, but I'll be going back to this place in the future.”
ASE Certified
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1984
410 Kirkwood Ave, Iowa City, IA
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Dave & Pat Seydel Auto & Truck

Dave & Pat Seydel Auto & Truck

(49)
“I tow cars in there all the time the pretty helpful they seem to get cars in and out pretty quick they also make hydraulic hoses I've used them a lot for that”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1976
917 Maiden Ln, Iowa City, IA
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Area overview: Iowa City, IA

Of the 24 technicians we list here, 12 are in Iowa City itself and 12 come from towns including North Liberty (5, 8 mi), Kalona (2, 15 mi) and Coralville (1, 6 mi). The technicians on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 3,474 reviews; 12 have 50 or more reviews and 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (84%), quality (78%) and punctuality (65%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "price", "fair" and "honest". 7 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 4 list staff certifications (ASE) and 6 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 17 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 58 years. 1 offers financing; 4 give free estimates; 5 are family- or locally-owned and 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 21 of the technicians on this page; 15 publish a contact page; 6 list a public email and 3 take 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.

Data verified October 9, 2026

Listed for drivers in and around Iowa City, IA, these 24 shops are general mechanics. What each one states about certifications, warranties and financing comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

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Number One Auto

Number One Auto

(41)
“Bought a car from this place and it is the best car I ever owned, they are an absolute honest shop, they'll give you the right repair for your car and straight forward, very recommended shop.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2010
525 Southgate Ave, Iowa City, IA
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Five Stars Auto Repair and Tires Service

Five Stars Auto Repair and Tires Service

(34)
  • Drive
  • Pump
  • 30 Minutes
“When I dropped my daughter off after winter break, you remember the roads were all ice and the temperature was like negative 20, my tires were low, very low.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2015
317 E Benton St, Iowa City, IA
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Iowa City Auto Sales

Iowa City Auto Sales

(1)
“They also let me know that fixing the water pump would be a waste of money because of other problems with my engine that weren't worth fixing cause the cost exceeded the value of the truck.”
BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1994
3319 Hwy 1 SW, Iowa City, IA
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S & S Automotive

S & S Automotive

(16)
  • Honest
  • Mechanic
  • Fair
“Services Tires, General repairs & maintenance, Auto engine diagnostic, Auto brake repair, Engine repair, Vehicle Inspection, Brakes, Auto tire replacement, Vehicle safety inspection”
In Business Since 2007
123 Stevens Dr # 5, Iowa City, IA
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Luis Auto Repair

Luis Auto Repair

(9)
“Excellent service”
3760 Liberty Dr, Iowa City, IA
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Salara Auto Services

Salara Auto Services

933-939 Maiden Ln, Iowa City, IA
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Off Campus Auto Repair

Off Campus Auto Repair

(49)
  • van
  • Driving
  • Work
“They diagnosed my issue, looked around for parts to match my budget, and when they found a minor billing issue after I left and had paid already, they called me within the hour to refund me the difference.”
Family Business
ASE Certified
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1981
Serving Iowa City Area
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Quality Car Care

Quality Car Care

(48)
  • Team
  • Oil
  • Tow
“Parts I needed were backordered with the manufacturer but Alex stayed on top of it and the very day they arrived he called and they got my car right into the workflow and fixed.”
BBB Accredited
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2016
Serving Iowa City Area
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RJ Automotive

RJ Automotive

(47)
  • Vehicle
  • Area
  • Fair
“I am new to North Liberty so I would normally use my own mechanic which is an hour and a half away but since I found RJ and learned that he is totally trust worthy, and he is very very fair on his prices.”
BBB Accredited
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2014
Serving Iowa City Area
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Premier Automotive Inc

Premier Automotive Inc

(47)
  • Insurance
  • Price
  • Mechanic
“I've taken several vehicles to Premier for various auto body repairs over the last 15 or so years and have always had a great experience, the most recent with some tail light/bumper damage to my Explorer.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2002
Serving Iowa City Area
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Archie's Brake & Quick Lube

Archie's Brake & Quick Lube

(39)
“I had an email conversation with a Ron whom never discussed that the "medium dog" would cost more than 200 dollars due to time, my appointment was never officially made and I just surprised whomever was in charge this morning with my car, and lastly ...”
Coupons & Offers
Family Business
In Business Since 2017
Serving Iowa City Area
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Better Performance

Better Performance

(26)
  • Truck
  • Price
  • Vehicles
“A few months on from the visit and there arent any other electrical problems and the trailer lights on my camper are still working as a result of fixing the circuit board.”
BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2019
Serving Iowa City Area
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Solid Auto

Solid Auto

(31)
  • Tow
  • Traveling
  • Video
“Solid business platform: most was done online or through text, and everything was documented which gives peace of mind that you're not being taken advantaged of”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2022
Serving Iowa City Area
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Emmons Automotive Services LLC

Emmons Automotive Services LLC

(31)
  • Dealership
  • Fair
  • Job
“Chris is an amazing guy to work with, he will get down to the very small details to figure out what your issues and upcoming issues may be, for the right price.”
In Business Since 2016
Serving Iowa City Area
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Kalona Auto Service

Kalona Auto Service

(8)
“Emergency repair was a blessing.”
Free Initial Consultation
Family Business
Offers Financing Options
Coupons & Offers
Serving Iowa City Area
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The Tranny Shop

The Tranny Shop

(18)
  • Transmission
“They were awesome, We were on a 5 week Trip out West pulling our camper.”
Free Initial Consultation
Locally Owned & Operated
18+ Years Experience
Serving Iowa City Area
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Ken's Auto Clinic Inc

Ken's Auto Clinic Inc

(18)
  • Pricing
  • Fair
“I had my Mazda tribute to a number of mechanics and Kens was the only mechanic that took the time to diagnose the problem when there were no logs in the computer.”
Serving Iowa City Area
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West Branch Repairs

West Branch Repairs

(12)
“Knows his stuff and is very reasonable best ive dealt with”
Serving Iowa City Area
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Auto Mechanic Services in Iowa City, IA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$280
Maximum cost
$2795
National Average
$615
Avg Per Hour Rates
$101
$448
$783
Average price range is based on 314 cost profiles
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Average Cost $615
Minimum cost $280
Maximum cost $2795
Avg Per Hour Rates $101

Average range $448 to $783 is based on 314 cost profiles.

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Which shops listed for Iowa City work on Saturdays or Sundays?

7 of the 24 shops list weekend hours. Saturday is usually a shorter day; Sunday openings are rarer and often by appointment.

What customers say about technicians in Iowa City

  • “Very professional and friendly. Five Stars quickly diagnosed the problem in the car's suspension and clearly explained my options.” — customer of Five Stars Auto Repair and Tires Service
  • “Friendly, professional, and a quick turn around! I had my alternator and battery replaced and it was done the next day.” — customer of Dave & Pat Seydel Auto & Truck
  • “Quick, professional service. I can get an oil change with no appointment and be done before my lunch break is over.” — customer of Mobil 1 Lube Express
  • “Very knowledgeable and excellent customer service. They scheduled my appointment and had my oil change done in 30 minutes.” — customer of Harapat Auto Service
  • “Prompt and high quality service , very friendly and little extras make this business top on my list.” — customer of Luis Auto Repair

Excerpts from public reviews of the technicians listed on this page.

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