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title: The 3 Best Auto repair shops in Des Moines | Local Three
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updated: 2026-11-04
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# The 3 Best Auto repair shops in Des Moines

2027 Edition

Three auto repair shops in Des Moines worth calling first, chosen from 92 local companies on their public record. Here is why each one made it.

Updated November 4, 2026 By the Local Three editors [How we select](https://thelocalthree.com/how-we-select/)

In short

Of the 92 auto repair shops we reviewed in Des Moines, these three had the strongest records: 704 public reviews between them, averaging 4.9 out of 5.

Local Three editors · November 4, 2026

Editor's Pick

## [Iowa Mufflers and Brake](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-83d112cb55cae363/)

**4.9** from 238 reviews

Based in

Des Moines

Coverage

Based in Des Moines

### Why we picked them

The strongest overall record of the 92 auto repair shops we reviewed in Des Moines: rating, review volume, recent activity and years in business, taken together.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 515-243-5186](tel:+15152435186)[Website](http://iowamufflers.com/)

Reader Favorite

## [Ace Body & Motor](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-ad21db9543ab02a8/)

**4.9** from 238 reviews

Based in

Des Moines

Coverage

Based in Des Moines

### Why we picked them

More client reviews than any other selection: 238 of them, averaging 4.9 out of 5.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 515-243-7133](tel:+15152437133)[Website](https://acebodyandmotor.com)

Selection 03

## [Beckley Automotive Services](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-0e2e1bb51f5515dd/)

**4.8** from 228 reviews

Based in

Des Moines

Coverage

Based in Des Moines

### Why we picked them

A steady public record: 4.8 from 228 reviews.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 515-243-8185](tel:+15152438185)[Website](http://beckleyauto.com/)

Beyond the three

## More auto repair shops in Des Moines

Other Des Moines companies that met our basic bar. We looked at 92 in all for this work.

- [Discount Tire](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-a0620fdbe4c38898/) 4.7 · 407
- [Discount Tire](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-e52128eb91488997/) 4.7 · 318
- [All Pro Servicenter](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-121728a64ef10338/) 4.8 · 174
- Livingston's Automotive 5.0 · 73
- Fast Tire Merle Hay 4.7 · 288
- Jiffy Lube Oil Change 4.7 · 278
- Dale's Wright Tire and Auto Service 4.8 · 156
- [All Pro Servicenter](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-b822ac6f60a75208/) 4.8 · 148
- Discount Tire 4.7 · 253
- [All Pro Servicenter](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-70b3c77e810f555e/) 4.8 · 134
- Jiffy Lube Oil Change 4.6 · 433
- Car-X Tire & Auto 4.6 · 403
- Graham Collision 4.8 · 128
- Silzer Auto Repair 4.7 · 198
- Lein Automotive 5.0 · 48
- Hilltop Tire Service 4.6 · 264
- Joey's Auto Shop 4.8 · 88
- Merrill Axle and Wheel Service Inc. 4.8 · 85
- Earl's Tire North 4.7 · 125
- All Drive Transmission 4.8 · 74
- Car-X Tire & Auto 4.6 · 178
- Midas 4.6 · 178
- Scott's Automotive Services 4.7 · 96
- Drake Garage 4.8 · 58
- Knudson Transmission Services 4.8 · 47
- Sta-Rite Transmission 4.7 · 68
- Brad's Complete Auto Care 4.8 · 44
- White's Automotive 4.9 · 33
- M & E Auto Service Llc 4.9 · 32
- Hilltop Tire Service 4.6 · 96
- Lanes Fast Lube 4.7 · 58
- Car-X Tire & Auto 4.5 · 148
- Ultimate Automotive Service Center 4.5 · 148
- The Garage 4.8 · 36
- Bill's Whitewall Tire Center 4.6 · 78
- Moen Automotive & Performance 4.9 · 26
- Tom Davis Automotive 4.7 · 46
- Abc Towing And Service 4.5 · 115
- Chamberlin Automotive 4.6 · 64
- Valvoline Instant Oil Change 4.4 · 206
- A & A Truck & Trailer Repair 4.5 · 104
- Auto Clinic 4.8 · 28
- Hickman Auto & Home 4.8 · 28
- J & R Automotive 5.0 · 18
- All Iowa Truck Repair 4.7 · 38
- Kraft 5 Star Muffler 4.5 · 96
- Pro Diesel 4.7 · 37
- Logan Automotive 4.7 · 28
- Faust Body Shop 4.7 · 27
- Midas 4.3 · 188
- Bens Auto Service 4.8 · 26
- Aj's Service 4.6 · 28
- Handy Helper Auto LLC 4.7 · 35
- Midas 4.3 · 144
- Mobile Super Service 4.4 · 67
- Sam's Riverside Glass & Wheel 4.5 · 38
- Midas 4.3 · 126
- Yugo Auto Services 4.7 · 18
- Schneider auto 4.7 · 17
- Midtown Auto Repair 4.7 · 28
- E Z Auto Services 4.6 · 38
- AAMCO Transmissions 4.3 · 88
- Brad's Collision Center 4.4 · 44
- Morris Automotive 4.6 · 18
- Budget Garage 4.8 · 18
- Eastern Iowa Tire Inc 4.5 · 24
- Roney Auto Repair 4.8 · 18
- Firestone Complete Auto Care 4.2 · 158
- Ron's Auto Repair 5.0 · 18
- Unitedfleet 4.4 · 38
- Smith Automotive 4.2 · 88
- Budget Lube 4.3 · 38
- Jack's University Auto Services 4.4 · 18
- Housby Truck Lube 4.2 · 68
- Tires Plus 4.1 · 155
- Car-X Tire & Auto 4.1 · 134
- Freedom Tire and Auto Service Center 4.2 · 54
- East University Imports 4.3 · 18
- A and G Auto Repair 4.4 · 28
- Chuck And Larry's Transmission 4.2 · 33
- Big O Tires 4.0 · 208
- Gary Smuck Automotive 4.5 · 14
- Don's Tire & Auto 4.2 · 18
- Vander Haag's 4.0 · 128
- Performance Plus Automotive 4.1 · 36
- United Fleet Inc 4.1 · 34
- Quality Services Corporation 4.2 · 44
- Freedom Tire And Auto Service Center 4.0 · 38
- [Thrift Appliance/Repair](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-f465f0d483732d78/) 4.0 · 18

At a glance

## The three, side by side

Comparison of the selected auto repair shops in Des Moines

| | 01 Iowa Mufflers and Brake | 02 Ace Body & Motor | 03 Beckley Automotive Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Editor's Pick | Reader Favorite | – |
| Rating | 4.9 · 238 reviews | 4.9 · 238 reviews | 4.8 · 228 reviews |
| In business | – | – | – |
| Budget | – | – | – |
| Free estimate | Ask | Ask | Ask |
| License | Not confirmed yet | Not confirmed yet | Not confirmed yet |
| Based in | Des Moines | Des Moines | Des Moines |

Methodology

## How we selected these businesses

Three is a deliberately small number. It forces us to leave out good companies.

[Read the full methodology](https://thelocalthree.com/how-we-select/)

1.

**We start with everyone.** 92 auto repair shops in Des Moines, from public listings and review platforms.

2.

**We remove the risky.** No working phone, too few genuine reviews or a weak rating.

3.

**We read the record.** Review volume and recency, years in business and the record checks we could confirm.

4.

**Editors keep three.** And write down who each one suits best.

[How we make money](https://thelocalthree.com/how-we-make-money/).

Local facts · Polk

## Des Moines, by the numbers

Public records tell you how busy the trade is and what the rules ask of every job. Read them before you call.

People per square mile

2,406

[Calculated from U.S. Census Bureau 2025 estimates and Gazetteer land area](https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html) · 2025

Land area

88.2 sq mi

[U.S. Census Bureau, 2025 Gazetteer files](https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html) · 2025

Des Moines residents

212,086

[U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates (sub-est2025)](https://www.census.gov/data/tables/time-series/demo/popest/2020s-total-cities-and-towns.html) · July 1, 2025

Population change since 2020: from 214,032 (April 2020 base)

-0.9%

[U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates (sub-est2025)](https://www.census.gov/data/tables/time-series/demo/popest/2020s-total-cities-and-towns.html) · 2020–2025

Public sources, checked November 4, 2026.

Local guide

## Hiring auto repair shops in Des Moines: what to know first

### Check the license

Look the company up on your state’s license search, and ask for insurance papers sent by the insurer.

### Compare written quotes

Three quotes for the same work, each listing what is not included.

### Ask about the warranty

In writing, clear about what it covers, and transferable if you sell.

### Pay in stages

Pay for finished, inspected stages, not dates. More in [our Des Moines cost guide](https://thelocalthree.com/guides/auto-repair-shops-cost-des-moines/).

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Questions

## Questions about auto repair shops in Des Moines

How did the editors choose these auto repair shops in Des Moines?

Editors shortlist businesses with strong ratings and enough reviews, check their records, and choose the final picks against the published criteria. We compared 92 auto repair shops for Des Moines.

Which of these auto repair shops in Des Moines has the best reviews?

Iowa Mufflers and Brake has a 4.9 rating from 238 public reviews, the highest on this page.

Are these auto repair shops licensed?

3 of the 3 businesses here had their state license checked against public records. Each profile shows the source and the date of the check.

How many quotes should I get for auto repair shops in Des Moines?

Get at least three. Use the quote form on this page: only the businesses you tick receive your request.

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