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Automotive Procare
“Recently, when I faced a car issue before a long drive for my son's soccer game, when I called Ryan said to “come on in” and when I got there I was helped immediately.”
Best Mechanic Shops in Rochester, MN
24 technicians listed · 13 in Rochester · 3 open weekends · 22 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Labelle Auto Llc
- Prices
- Honest
- Dealership
“Speaking as a 59 y/o woman, took my new used car to Dennis for an inspection he was extremely thorough, and took his time walking me under the car and showing me the things that he was referring to.”
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Babcock Auto Care
“As a queer person I feel welcome (which isn't always the case at other auto body shops due to discrimination), and I trust that the folks at Babcock know what they are doing - their recommendations are helpful, they don't do service that isn't needed...”
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Westgate Auto Repair
- Price
- Vehicles
- Diagnosing
“Upon recommendation from a family member I dropped my Passat off at Westgate Auto Repair for the first time after having semi-confidently self-diagnosed a problem with the motor.”
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Swee's Automotive Specialties
“At other shops I feel like they take advantage of you, and try to up sell you on everything, but at Swees they take the time to fully explain what is wrong with your car and fix only what is needed.”
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Schmitt Automotive Repair
- Price
- Oil
- Brakes
“After spending 7 1/2 long hours at Mayo Thursday, come out to go home & the truck is making a horrific sound coming from the back wheel Hub,got it home & had enough time to give Tim a call before they closed.”
Listed for drivers in and around Rochester, MN, 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.
Area overview: Rochester, MN
Of the 24 technicians we list here, 13 are in Rochester itself and 11 come from towns including Pine Island (2, 13 mi), Kasson (2, 14 mi) and Chatfield (2, 18 mi). The technicians on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 2,298 reviews; 13 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 (89%), quality (78%) and value (67%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "fair", "communication" and "diagnosis". 3 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 5 list staff certifications (ASE and I-CAR) and 8 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 14 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 107 years. 2 offer emergency or roadside call-outs; 3 offer financing; 1 gives free estimates; 4 are family- or locally-owned and 7 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 15 of the technicians on this page; 12 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.
Which shops listed for Rochester work on Saturdays or Sundays?
3 of the 24 shops list weekend hours. Saturday is usually a shorter day; Sunday openings are rarer and often by appointment.
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Virgils Auto Repair & Towing
- Vehicle
- Oil
- Battery
“I had my alternator go out on my Audi A5 on the side of the road a couple months ago and Virgil's was swift to come to the location and was able to get me on their schedule to get a new alternator in.”
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Heartland Tire Service
“Getting a car fixed is a pain, but the people at Heartland make it so easy, make the repairs and costs and warrantee stuff so clear, and are just so wonderful that I actually look forward to bringing my car in.”
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Cordell's Automotive Service & Tire
“While my vehicle was in the shop I got an email which confirmed that the requested service would be completed but also included an itemized list, of some work that was recommended, either now or in the future, along with the costs.”
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D&M Auto
- Price
- Vehicles
- Work
“When he found the problem he gave honest information and opinion about the options they had on either doing a quick fix that would make the car safe for the drive back home as well as the fix that would address both current issues plus evolving issue...”
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Allstar Auto Repair
“I had a water pump replaced at another shop, they used one with a plastic impeller that failed a year later and took out the timing belt with it, causing bending of several of the exhaust valves, resulting in an expensive head repair.”
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Rochester Auto Service
- Traveling
“No words can describe how amazing this company is and the wonderful work they do on cars Mr salah has done such a great job on my car on several occasions even in emergency he is consistent and reliable just like his service ..”
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Frahm's Service Center
- Fair
- Price
“He's a generous man who's actually helping out the community and gives great prices including giving useful details about your car and what it doesn't need to get fixed”
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Woodward Repair
“It's the greatest place sense slice bread 🍞 also the Mechanics are real professional, even the head one …”
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Steve's Auto Care
- Vehicle
- Price
- Opinion
“However over the years, this business has assisted with batteries, tire purchases and ongoing rotations, general maintenance, diagnostics and repairs related to check engine lights, a/c repair, tune ups, exhaust work, transmission and brake work”
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Countryside Transmission & Auto Repair
“He tells you exactly what needs to be done and gives accurate time line estimates.”
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Kasson Auto Repair
“Can't say there are any other auto repair shops that I could recommend, as they always seem to "find more problems" than I need nor can afford at their rates.”
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Cy Guy's Auto Repair
“Had a fuel leak in my van, they fixed it for free, and then told me I was low 2 quarts of oil because they were just checking, so I only owed them for the oil, $8!”
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Maass Auto Body
- Price
“Maass Auto Body did an excellent job of matching the paint color on my car, aligning the body panels and working within my budget.”
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Jade Repair Llc
“Fair and honest repair shop for whatever you need fixed, cars, trucks, garden tractors, trailers, just about anything.”
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Wangen Automotive Inc.
- Prices
- Car Wash
- Phoned
“I was so appreciative that they were able to squeeze me in the same day to check why the seatbelt chime in my car wouldn't shut off so I wouldn't go absolutely insane driving out of town for the weekend.”
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Matt's Body Shop & Tire Service
- Vehicle
- Tires
- Inspection
“I was so impressed by the fact that his concern went way beyond just doing what he could have done and gotten paid for to deep concern for the safety of the vehicle and its owner!”
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River Road Repair Inc
- Price
- Tire
- Technicians
“River Road Repair said they could help, and upon arriving there, they checked my tires right away (although one of the kids working on a car probably could have had some better customer service skills).”
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Baker's Tire
- Prices
“The tires I've taken there to get fixed dont fail at a later date like they do at other places.”
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about technicians in Rochester
- “Great service and reasonable rates. Denis is the kind of mechanic who will go the extra mile for you without charging you extra.” — customer of Labelle Auto Llc
- “They were timely and reasonable for costs. I had my brakes looked at and they gave trustworthy recommendations with pictures to support it.” — customer of Babcock Auto Care
- “Not only did he give us an honest diagnosis, he does quality work and offers advice to keep you on the road.” — customer of D&M Auto
- “Staff members were kind. I went in for an oil change and the prices were reasonable and the wait time was too!” — customer of Cordell's Automotive Service & Tire
- “Fast friendly and thorough. Free shuttle took me to work and picked me up when car was done.” — customer of Automotive Procare
Excerpts from public reviews of the technicians listed on this page.
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