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Northwestern Tire Co
Schedule A Repair
“There were opportunities they could have upsold me on services that weren't worth it but they were always honest and would tell me when something wasn't worth the money and effort.”
Transmission Repair Shops in Minneapolis, MN
24 mechanics listed · all 24 in Minneapolis · 4 open weekends · 21 rated 4.5+
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Uptown Imports
Brake Repair and Service, Computer Diagnostics, Oil Change
“My interaction with John (the owner) and Dana (his super front desk manager) at Uptown Imports was great from start to finish - clear communication, appointment scheduling, loaner car, vehicle service and inspection.”
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Nelson's Auto Repair
Alternator, Tires, Battery
“They clearly describe what's happening with my vehicle and if they can't fix an issue (my transmission failed) they referred me to a different (yet not as incredible since nobody can beat Nelson's) facility to get the work done well.”
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Fixt Rite Auto Repair & Tire Center
“Had difficulties finding a discontinued part, spent extra time trying to look for it and couldn't, so through some barely noticeable innovation they were able to replace it with a different yet functional piece.”
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Hawkins Automotive Inc
Brake Service, Check Engine Light, Starting & Charging
“The price was well below what other local shops had estimated and the additional work that was done at a more than fair price (and a great deal since these were opportunistic fixes or general maintenance with little extra labor).”
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Alexander's Import Auto Repair
Brakes, CV & Drive Axle, Transmission Repair
“They hit right on the estimate I had received which was half the price of the estimate I got at Turbo Tim's (turbo Tim's was charging $200 an hour for labor because they weren't making commission on the parts since I was providing the clutch).”
Area overview: Minneapolis, MN
All 24 mechanics we list here are in Minneapolis itself. We have 49 mechanics in Minneapolis on file; this page shows the highest-rated 24. The mechanics on this page are rated from 4.0 to 4.9 across 4,959 reviews; 21 have 50 or more reviews and 21 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these mechanics on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (88%), quality (79%) and value (76%). 4 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. The services the mechanics on this page list most often on their websites are oil change (6), brakes (5), air conditioning (2), alignments (2) and check engine lights (2). 3 list staff certifications (ASE) and 18 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 14 websites of the mechanics on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1996. 5 give free estimates and 8 are family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 22 of the mechanics on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 8 list a public email and 4 take bookings online. We count these figures across the mechanics on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the mechanic before you visit.
Data verified October 6, 2026
Listed for drivers in and around Minneapolis, MN, these 24 shops work on transmissions. What each one says about rebuilds, warranty terms and the brands it handles comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
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DJ Foreign Auto Care
Vintage Car Repair, Oil Change Services, Sprinter Repair
“Bringing a nice care to a non-dealership can seem intimidating however they caught items during pre inspection that BMW did not (BMW performed an inspection the day before them) and had missed that my brake pads were wearing out.”
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Auto Truck Service Co.
“I have full coverage but my Insurance company did not want to pay 100% of the fees Occurred by looking over the vehicle assessing the damages and for storage while my insurance company took it's time to come pick up the vehicle.”
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Action Auto Systems
“Action Auto really saved me back in December of 2023 and I never got around to giving a review because it was a very chaotic time for me, but I am SO grateful for the work they did - both quality and without insane prices / lying like Midas did for m...”
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Cook Automotive Enterprises
- Mechanics
- Vehicles
- Cooks
“I was leaving for a long trip and needed my oil changed and a thorough ounce through for the trip, which they were able to get me in very quickly, which I did appreciate.”
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Hage-Kobany Transmissions & Auto Service
“These guys saved my 2008 ford explorer, the rear heater core was leaking and there are no replacements available, They by passed the rear heater core and there's still a front heater so we'er good to go.”
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Turbo Tim's Anything Automotive
Brakes, Catalytic Converter and Exhaust Repair, Transmissions
“Tims has never ever done that, and I actually just recently brought my car here for an inspection due to issues I was having with another mechanic shop trying to get me to approve $1500 of unnecessary repairs, which Tims confirmed to me were not need...”
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Starr Automotive
- Honest
- Vehicles
- Value
“We're all good now =) Services Steering & suspension repair, General repairs & maintenance, Steering & suspension replacement, Vehicle Inspection, Wheel alignment, Brakes, Vehicle safety inspection, Auto maintenance, Oil change”
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Mr Tire Northeast
Oil Change, Tire Pressure, Cooling System Service
“They charge very reasonable prices, and complete the work on my car within a few hours, all while communicating with me in great detail throughout the whole process via phone.”
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Clausen Service Center
- Charge
- Brakes
- Light
“My car was pouring gas out the bottom and he was able to tell me what the problem was in less then a hour, got thr part the next day, fixed the car and I was able to be on my way, to 4 hours back home.”
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Northside Garage
“I refuse to take my two Cadillac Escalades anywhere else as they have not only been consistently honest, responsive, and reputable, but as a backyard mechanic myself who doesn't have the room to do his own work currently - they respect me and let me ...”
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Kennedy Transmission
Minneapolis, Apple Valley
“I've been really impressed by the service and pricing over a wide range of different repairs and services, really glad to have found a place close to home that I can trust to do good work and I can refer to others!”
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Skip's Auto Repair
“Davy and crew do a great job and I appreciate the consult on necessary repairs and cost prior to the work being started, and updates if other issues are discovered during the repairs.”
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California Street Auto Repair
Auto Inspection, Transmissions, Radiator Flushes
“I highly recommend Services Painting, Electrical, Auto engine diagnostic, Engine repair, Transmission replacement, Transmission repair, Brakes, Auto brake replacement, Battery, Oil change”
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Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
Manual Transmission Repair Services, Radiator & Cooling System Repair, CVT Transmission Repair Services
“You know there good if another shop refers you to them thanks not so honest 1 for telling me about aamco love there service wouldn't go anywhere else 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾 …”
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Isles Auto Repair
- Price
- Call
- Mechanic
“He said he didn't want to have me tow it all the way there just for me to have to tow it somewhere else if he couldn't do anything, so he suggested a nearby dealership and told me what to ask them (I'm not very car-savvy).”
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Affordable Auto Works
“The other place after oil change in a week or two i get a few problems like they messed my car or something i dont trust them.”
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Tran Auto & Transmission Service
- Vehicle
- Prices
“He doesn't try to rob you of your money like most places does, he doesn't lie about the problems on your car, he tells the truth about your vehicle and help you out with the problem.”
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Auto Mex
“Best place in Minnesota to ever get your car worked on because it's reasonable pricing and they don't mess something else up so you have to come back unlike other places”
Transmission Repair Services in Minneapolis, MN Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$990
Maximum cost
$4330
National Average
$1732
Avg Per Hour Rates
$159
$1361
$3464
Average price range is based on 347 cost profiles
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Do years in business matter for transmission work?
Ten or more years in business is claimed by 23 of the 24 shops here. Rebuild quality is hands-on skill, and a shop that has been in one place a long time is easier to hold to a warranty. It is what their listings state, not a guarantee.