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Clausen Automotive
“When I switched over my records from having my car serviced at the dealership, they went through every page and made sure that the history was complete and thorough and there would be a seamless transition.”
Car Mechanics in Madison, WI
24 listed · 23 in Madison · 21 rated 4.5+
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Crestwood Auto Clinic
Napa Warranty, A/C Service, Napa Autocare
“Can't say enough positive things about his shop—fair, honest, communicative, responsive…and if for whatever reason he can't do a job, he'll recommend someone he trusts, which is invaluable.”
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Hansen's Auto Service Center
Maintenance Services, Repair Services
“He answered every question that I had clearly and concisely, and in a way that was easy to understand for someone who does not have a background in engine repairs.”
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Westside Service Center
- Work
- Engine
- Sell
“This is my second vehicle > 200k miles I've brought to them, and they are literally working miracles to keep it going on the road until I have the financial means to trade up.”
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Phoenix Foreign Car Services
- Mechanic
- Period
- Budget
“Bob and Chris at Phoenix Auto are a class act and did a wonderful job of bringing my Volvo v70 up to date with the necessary maintenance checks, oil change, guide pins replacement, alternator replacement and several other things on my check list.”
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McDermotts Service & Repair
Brakes, Preventative Maintenance, Transmission Service
“Not only did Brian respond on a Sunday and fix our problem, he gave us an education on the basics, told us where we could park to address some other issues unrelated to his business and offered to follow us to make sure we got there okay.”
Area overview: Madison, WI
Of the 24 technicians we list here, 23 are in Madison itself and 1 comes from Waukesha (1). Their ratings run from 4.0 to 5.0 across 3,124 reviews; 19 have 50 or more reviews; 21 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (93%), quality (83%) and value (82%). The services they list most often on their websites are car care tips (4), automotive q&a (2), diagnostic center (2), maintenance adviser (2) and oil change (2). 3 list staff certifications (ASE); 11 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 12 of their websites at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2003. 1 gives free estimates; 5 are family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 19 of them; 17 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email; 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the technicians on this page, from their listings and their own websites; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the technician before you visit.
Data verified September 24, 2026
The 24 shops on this page are the general mechanics listed for Madison, WI. 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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Atlas Auto Techs
Engine Repair & Engine Service, Transmission Repair & Transmission Service, Brake Service & Break Repair
“They gave the most thorough diagnosis I've seen in writing so I could reference it, there has been someone to pick up the phone every time I've called, and test drove my vehicle (without an appointment) when I initially had concerns just to make sure...”
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Car Care Clinic
- Tire
- Estimate
- Waiting Area
“They changed the oil, checked the fluids, clipped a plastic guard that was dragging and advised me on the safest way to return to Green Bay, where I preferred to replace tires.”
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Mexmuffler
“They are actually good at REPAIRING …instead of just throwing away the whole muffler and all the pipes…they replace only the broken/rusted components and reattach what still works to keep costs lower!”
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EV Powers Hybrid Battery Service and Repair
- Diagnosed
- Light
- Codes
“He even provided routine maintenance that goes along with having that part of the car apart (cleaning the cooling fan) for free AND replaced one of the bolts that I, embarrassingly, cross threaded.”
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Top Tier Automotive
- Oil
- Charging
- Explanation
“Therefore when I called Top Tier Automotive, I was dreading the inevitable “no” I was going to receive after asking if they would work on my rotary engine.”
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Rose Custom & Collision Llc
- Vehicle
- Insurance
- Communication
“He saw me on very little notice even though he was quite busy, and provided me with a quick work around solution to my door latch problem as well as an estimate for a proper repair.”
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Applegate Auto
- Tire
- Truck
- Money
“Positive Punctuality, Quality, Professionalism, Value Services Tires, Steering & suspension repair, General repairs & maintenance, Auto engine diagnostic, Auto engine tuning, Engine repair, Wheel alignment, Brakes, Battery, Oil change”
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LK Auto
- Coolant
- Vehicle
- Brake Pads
“I recommend them, they are diligent in their work, what counts a lot is honesty in all cases and here the treatment and budgets are honest.”
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Oscar's Auto Repair
- Money
- Diagnosed
- North
“My husband and I used to do easy, routine, vehicle repairs ourselves, but since we found Oscar we've exclusively brought our cars to him since his service is so great and prices so manageable”
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Brandt Automotive Services
- Opinion
- Mechanic
- Vehicle
“What keeps me coming back is the reliability, the experienced and helpful suggestions, the fact that Brandt will talk it through with you while treating you like a person, as well as Brandt's deep technical ability to diagnose the root of the problem...”
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K & B Auto Services Inc
- Vehicle
- Price
- Oil
“They fixed my abs brake issue (including parts) for less than half of what a chain store wanted just to diagnose the problem.”
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Ruiz Garage LLC
- Work
- Price
- Maintenance
“They were really kind and helpful getting my car fixed, their place might look a little sketchy when you first get there but they get the job done quickly and with relatively cheap price.”
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Regal Roadsters Ltd
“Exceptional craftsmanship .”
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Marquez Auto Repair
“I was driving from Milwaukee to Minneapolis and the fan in my engine that cools my engine down jammed and started smoking.”
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Gene'sautorepair
“Knowledgeable staff wen it comes to any vehicle issues.”
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Donn's Auto Service Inc.
Maintenance Adviser, Schedule a Repair, Automotive Q&A
“Along with his crew are very friendly with honest and fair prices even through the hard times of our pandemic when everyone else was raising prices to cover lost $$$.”
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On the Spot Auto
Engine and Transmission Repair, Napa Autocare Center Benefits, Napa Peace of Mind Warranty
“They could have just repaired what I wanted them to and made some money but they were up front and honest with me and told me to not waste the money and time for a new vehicle.”
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Aeschbach Automotive
Car Diagnostics, General Service, Oil Change
“They are patient to explain issues and priorities for different aspects of their work and are willing to make right on any issues that may be remotely associated with their actions.”
Auto Mechanic Services in Madison, WI Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$307
Maximum cost
$3069
National Average
$675
Avg Per Hour Rates
$111
$491
$860
Typical price range is based on 260 cost profiles
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Why are some shops on this page not in Madison?
23 of the 24 shops are located in Madison; the rest are the nearest listed shops within 40 mi and are shown with their own city. Distances are straight-line.
What customers in Madison say about local technicians
- “Highly recommend. It's difficult to find a trusted mechanic shop but these guys are very transparent and honest, and do great work!” — customer of Hansen’s Auto Service Center
- “Being military we move every 3 years and one of the crucial decisions is finding a competent, trustworthy, and transparent mechanic.” — customer of On the Spot Auto LLC
- “But if you want mechanics who are honest, knowledgeable, friendly and willing to explain your car, it's problems and what you should look out for in the future--you've found heaven.” — customer of Phoenix Foreign Car Services
- “I have been to many independent mechanics all over the country, mainly in Volvo-dense college towns, and these guys perform such exceptional work and go so far above and beyond anything I have experienced elsewhere.” — customer of Phoenix Foreign Car Services
- “I also found the techs ro be competent and confident in diagnosis and repair.” — customer of Top Tier Automotive
Excerpts from public reviews of the technicians listed on this page.