ExpertAuto RepairinAmes
Honest diagnostics. Warranty-backed work. Done right the first time for Local car owners aged 25-65 looking for a trustworthy mechanic with honest pricing.
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Every job. Done right.
From routine maintenance to complex diagnostics. Every service is performed by certified technicians using the right parts, the right tools, and the right amount of time. No upsells, no guesswork.
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Engine diagnostics
Misfires, check-engine lights, weird sounds. Real diagnostics, no guesswork.
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Brake repair
Pads, rotors, fluid, lines. Stops that hold the first time, every time.
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Oil changes
Right oil weight, right filter, every fluid checked. In and out fast.
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Transmission service
Slipping, hard shifts, leaks. Diagnosed, serviced, or rebuilt by spec.
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Suspension repair
Shocks, struts, bushings, alignment. We make the ride feel new again.
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AC service
Recharge, leak detection, compressor work. Cold air on the hottest days.
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Pre-purchase inspections
Independent inspection before you buy. We tell you what it really needs.
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Fleet maintenance
Scheduled maintenance for vans, trucks, and crew vehicles. Keep them rolling.
Built by people who actually fix cars.
Dave's Auto & Truck Service is a Ames Auto Repair that treats every car like the one in its driveway. We built this shop on a simple idea: explain the problem in plain language, charge a fair price, and stand behind the work.
Our customers are Local car owners aged 25-65 looking for a trustworthy mechanic with honest pricing. People who don’t want a sales pitch, just an honest answer and a vehicle that runs the way it should. Whether it’s a routine oil change or a stubborn diagnostic that three other shops couldn’t figure out, we take it on the same way.
- Certified
- 100%
- ASE Techs
- Warranty
- 12mo
- Parts & Labor
- Local
- Ames
- Owner-Operated
The four reasons people stay.
Four standards we hold for every job that rolls in. No exceptions, no shortcuts.
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Transparent Pricing
You see the estimate before we touch a wrench. No surprises, no upsells, no “while we’re in there.”
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Certified Technicians
Every tech on our floor is ASE-certified and trained on modern diagnostic systems for any make or model.
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Warranty-Backed
12-month, 12,000-mile warranty on parts and labor. Written, not implied. We stand behind what we do.
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Fast Turnaround
Most jobs done same-day. We respect your schedule and call before any change to scope or timeline.
Inside the shop.
Real bays, real tools, real work. Not stock photos. The kind of shop you can trust because you can see what’s happening.
Trusted by drivers in Ames.
Based on 20 Google reviews
- REPORT #4471
“Left the lights on after a foggy drive to Ames. After calling several service shops, Jonathon sent Tristan (I think) to help. He got my van started and had me follow to the shop. They tested it and”
Lisa Ellingworth5 months agoAmes, Iowa · CUSTOMER 001 - REPORT #4488
“Great company! My truck wouldn’t start due to the cold temps and the batteries dying. Was able to get my truck into a warm shop and get the batteries charging and block heater plugged in.”
Robert Mason4 months agoAmes, Iowa · CUSTOMER 002 - REPORT #4502
“Shout out to Dave’s for taking great care of my daughter. She brought her car in for a possible battery/alternator issue and were able to quickly rule them out, provide a suggestion and send her on h”
Theresa McGinna year agoAmes, Iowa · CUSTOMER 003 - REPORT #4517
“The driver was friendly and knew what he was doing. Dispatch was great. She helped turn a panicked situation into a more calm one. Thank you both. Great company and great rates! Wish we had them in AZ”
Coral Conley Palladino4 years agoAmes, Iowa · CUSTOMER 004
Tell us what’s wrong. We’ll tell you what it costs.
Fill out the work-order form and we’ll send you a clear, honest estimate within one business day. No hidden fees, no pressure, no commitment to bring the car in.
- Free, no-obligation quote
- Response within 1 business day
- Transparent breakdown of parts and labor
- 12-month warranty on every job
Ready when you are.
Drop the keys off, schedule a slot, or just call and ask. We’ll give you a real answer the first time.
Drop by. Call. Or write.
We’re open six days a week. Walk-ins welcome, though a quick call ahead means we can have a bay ready when you arrive.
- Address205 E 2nd St, Ames, IA 50010, USA
- Phone(515) 232-4954
- Emaildaves-ames@hotmail.com
- HoursMon-Fri 8am-12pm, Sat-Sun Closed