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Meineke Car Care Center
2195 Central Ave, Dubuque, IA 52001, United States
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Me
Review №1

Repairing muffler on my motor home generator was a wildcard. John did a excellent job fabricating a custom size pipe. Service was excellent by all accounts. The Meinke shop is much more capable with 8 or 9 bays than I previously recognized. Driving by it looks like 4. They were able to service my dash air as well. I would definitely recommend this business.

An
Review №2

I am very pleased with the personnel and the repair. Took my car for a couple of test runs and everything seems to operate properly. Will definitely return for any future repairs.

Ka
Review №3

I love this place! They have never told me something was wrong just to make a quick dollar, its so refreshing to just go in for an oil change and inspection and be honestly told everything looks great! Top that off with friendly staff=customer loyalty!

Ci
Review №4

Can’t say thanks enough to the guys at this business. We were traveling and had a belt break. The Ford dealership “couldn’t “ help us but the gentleman at Meineke worked us in and got us back on the road the next morning. Thank you so much!!

A
Review №5

At first I was super excited to get my car done for such a great pricing range, the guys were super nice when I came in to give my car for them to work on. But after I left, when they called me all of a sudden I needed $1000+ of work done. When they said they could do what I needed with no problem, so I asked what the minimum would be and if it would still be drivable. Got a call back telling me with bare minimum I’d need $700/$800 worth of work done, which would not be done by tomorrow. So by then I asked if the car is even drivable, or able to work without these parts getting done. The man had told me no, and had told me he wouldn’t proceed to put anything on my car until I knew If that was something I could pay for. I go down and tell them to put it back together with my old parts, I’m just going to take it somewhere else to get it fixed unfortunately. He told me that was fine, I owed no money, and it would be done the next morning by 8/8:30 am. When I went down there the next day the same dude who had been helping me (Shaun) had told me that they did put the front breaks on my car & I owed $180+ ... when I was quoted $140.33. None of this sat right with me because he told me the night before that they wouldn’t do anything and I wasn’t going to get charged at all. But now all of a sudden the next day the new set of breaks are on & I owe money? Then when I asked my father to help me out, knowing a lot of auto mechanic shops take advantage of young women, he PROCEEDED to tell my father “well she told me to put the breaks on there because she was low on income” so on & so forth. When that was clearly n o t what had happened. I do not suggest going here if you’re a young lady, because they’re going to royally F you out of some money like me.

Ge
Review №6

We have had brake work done at Meineke a few times in the past and have always had excellent service. This time, I have to admit, I was extremely surprised! I brought in our truck because I heard some scraping noise when applying the brake and it sounded like the rear brake pads had worn down to metal. I arrived at approx. 1:30pm and was told the brakes would be done by the end of the day... that was surprise #1 since I didnt expect to get the truck back for a couple of days! I received a call about 3:30 that the truck was ready. It turns out the rear brakes were fine and the noise was actually originating from one of the front brakes, which required a simple adjustment to prevent the scraping sound from occurring again. Great, I thought... my bill will be considerably lower! Surprise #2... there was no charge! You have a customer for life! Thanks to Derrick Jansen for such awesome customer service!!

Ad
Review №7

Friendly staff. Quick service. A great local shop!

Sa
Review №8

My tire blew, Meineke got me right in. Took the bad tire off and had the new tire on in less than an hour. I was very pleased with the workers and the timely manner that they took in handling my situation. Also, the price was not bad at all for a new tire, balancing, and installation.

Da
Review №9

We were traveling and our car began to make a noise that would wake the dead. Meineke was one of the few shops open on a Saturday. They looked at our car in short order and found a small rock lodged between the brake shield and the caliper. Problem solved, and no charge! Cant say enough good things about them. Customer for life!

Je
Review №10

I love Meineke and always refer them to people. The customer service is great and the guys that work there are so friendly and helpful. They do an awesome job explaining things to you and are very trustworthy about their services.

Jo
Review №11

I called the business to see if they could take a later appointment other than what was listed online, and they said they would for me. They did my oil change, checked my filters, and ran to their distribution center to get my replacement filters as to not put me out by having to come back a second time.I have always gone here and I could not recommend them more. They’re kind people who want the best for you and your car and your time.

Ho
Review №12

Horrible experience and will not be returning. Had an appointment at 10am for oil change. When I dropped off vehicle I was told it would be 1 hour. At 11:45am I called for update and was told it wasn’t done but was close. Arrived back at 12pm and vehicle wasn’t done until close to 12:30! 2.5 hours for an oil change?? Then...I drive back home (almost 30 minutes away)- stopped to pick up my daughter from a friends and when I put my car in parked I was alerted that no remote was devoted. I start looking through my vehicle to find my keys aren’t there! If I were to shut my vehicle off I would have been stranded! I called back to the shop and sure enough they had my keys! Never bothered to contact me and I had been gone for an hour. Had to drive 30 minutes back to the shop to pick up my keys. Then they tried to lie to cover themselves saying they tried to call me which they never did and said I got in my car and left in such a hurry that he didn’t have time to hand me the keys. Again- a lie! I stood by my car speaking to the mechanic for several minutes about air filters he said I needed to change. Such a mess of a business and horrible customer service!

Am
Review №13

Friendly staff and great service! Got my car in and out in no time. Definitely recommend.

Ha
Review №14

They got the work done in an okay amount of time. Very disappointing service. I was not informed about the different mufflers paired with the different warranties so ended up paying for something I didn’t want.

Ta
Review №15

No one else could figure out what was wrong with my AC until I took it to Meineke! Very professional and caring!

Rh
Review №16

I am so thankful for their help. They went above and beyond to make sure that I would be safe to drive my car.

Th
Review №17

I like that this place gets you in on urgent needs, they got me in on a Sunday at like 2pm. I needed my brakes changed badly and got my oil changed while I was at it. They did a great job on my breaks no other place was able to get them so kudos to them for fixing them. However, when I got my oil changed a day after, oil was leaking all over the driveway and street. A few days later from the oil leaking it got all over my engine resulting smoke coming from my hood. I had to take my car to the dealership a week later cuz the leak and smoke was getting so bad. This turned out to be the wrong oil filter being put back. What turned out to be a $30 oil change came out to be a $170 fix... take that info for your own cause.. be weary.

Br
Review №18

They took my car as soon as I could get to them! Called with in a hr fixed with 12hrs. During a whiteout snowstorm. Went out of their way to help me get my car back. I will be a life time customer. Best business I have had in a long time.Thanks guys

Ca
Review №19

Great work, nice and professional people, timely service, affordable. What else could you want?

Ro
Review №20

They had to get some parts used and still had it done on time great work guys

Da
Review №21

The guys who work at this Meineke go above and beyond the Call of Duty to help you out. Their prices are reasonable and they really do a great job. I highly recommend them.

Su
Review №22

Ive been going to Meineke now for several years theyre always on time, they always treat you with respect, do quality work

Ro
Review №23

These guys work hard for their $$ , very attentive to your questions and concerns, fair and honest estimates, quick and professional advice and answers that are understandable

Je
Review №24

Im new to the area and Im an over-the-road truck driver time is of the utmost importance when Im at home just because Im so rarely home and I have so much to do. the guys totally understood that without me having to really say it.. I had an appointment for my oil change and there were a couple of other things that I needed them to look at too. the oil change and initial diagnostic was done within right around an hour at that point they looked up cost for parts and let me know how much additional repairs would cost everything was very open and black and white and there was no pressure to do additional services once it was decided that there was additional work to be done and that they could reasonably do it the day I was there, they went around back and brought up the loaner car( totally unexpected!!!). so that while they were waiting on the part and working on my pickup I could run around and do my errands. The guys were great about explaining everything it definitely felt like they treated me like part of their professional family! :-) thanks yall

do
Review №25

Very friendly always good to see them guys

Al
Review №26

Called and specifically talked to someone at this location and asked for price of a full synthetic oil change and tire rotation and they told me $55. When I got there they said it would cost $93..... when I said something they knocked it down to $83 and said “you must have called the 1-800 number not us” and “maybe you didn’t request full synthetic”. So Merry Christmas to these guys hope they enjoy their nice Christmas bonus I just paid for. If you’re a young female don’t go here because they will rip you off just like me!

Ec
Review №27

I would truly like to thank Meineke. They were able to get me in same day and fix my breaks. I was able to return to work that day. I work 2 jobs and and rely on my car.

ma
Review №28

Went in for a oil change and had them check my rear brake because it didnt feel quite right. They found a serious problem that could of been dangerous. This happened on a Saturday and they were only open till 2pm. The manger and mechanic both stayed late to fix my car so that I could have it and not have to wait till Monday. They went above and beyond. Most places would of made me wait till Monday. Thank you very much. I highly recommend them.

Ni
Review №29

Best place to go in dubuque.. Very good service

An
Review №30

Wonderful and trustworthy service. Goes that extra step for the customer. Only place we take our vehicles.

De
Review №31

Excellent staff and service. The guys are knowledgeable, helpful, and friendly. I highly recommend this team.

ke
Review №32

Way over charged period they know it

cr
Review №33

I visited Sep 08 & received prompt & excellent service . I had a check I engine light on & tranction control was on, car was acting funny. 😱 I didnt know what it cld be the mechanic whos name I didnt get older guy test drove rmy vehicle for less than 10min and was able to tell what was wrong with the car. & turned out all I needed was a Oil change . 😊 a wonderful relief Everything was squared away they were friendly & descriptive !!! It was a Good day a Meinieke

Ri
Review №34

Very good and professional and fast service

He
Review №35

Very professional n informative

Be
Review №36

Always so friendly and great timely service

Pa
Review №37

Traveling through town and needed a tire repair. Derrick was able to get me in right away. Jay did the work in short order. Both of them were very professional. Thanks much.

Ca
Review №38

Quickly diagnosed and replaced broken muffler. 20% less than dealership. Very professional. While in the shop, one technician explained to a customer that she did not need new tires yet and explained what she should buy and when. How admirable that they care more about their customer(s) than making a quick sell. Highly recommend this shop.

Da
Review №39

Gentlemen who wait on you are very pleasant! Service has always been good! Thank you!

Lo
Review №40

Time and money well spent!

Ma
Review №41

I have been going here for years. Not one time have I left and had to go back bc of something ‘they messed up.’ Hands down best service & products in town!

Ri
Review №42

Called on a Saturday morning after noticing my rear brakes were hanging up. They got me in on short notice and came in under estimate. Great service

Be
Review №43

Great customer service. I’m new to town and the guy at the counter gave me the business card with the phone number to call if I had any problems. I was in and out in less than 30 minutes. I will definitely being going back.

ko
Review №44

Didn’t torque my tires down AT ALL!!!! Then when we went to torque them down an entire lug-nut and lug-stud broke! Not good service don’t go here.

Pe
Review №45

10:30 appointment, finaly done at 1, very disappointed.

Mi
Review №46

The staff are awesome and very thorough, and I trust them!

du
Review №47

It was clean professional courtesy restrooms were clean coffee ready to go I give it a thumbs up.

ch
Review №48

Treat you very well explain most of the repair process and billing

Sa
Review №49

Shawn and Rick are some of the most helpful, knowledgeable professionals I’ve ever dealt with. They’ve helped my husband and I for years with several different vehicles. From helping get us towed, to finding the best prices, and having a loaner available while our vehicle was being repaired....we couldn’t ask for better service!

Sa
Review №50

Derrick and the team are amazing! Honest, reliable and fair!! They all deserve praise! I will recommend them to EVERYONE!!! THANK YOU!!!

Br
Review №51

Always friendly and able to work on my vehicles quickly.

Ra
Review №52

I had my muffler and tailpipe installed. They did a great job. Timely and quality work. I highly recommend Meineke!!!Recently I had my alternator replaced at Meineke. I called Shawn. He said bring it in!! It seemed like no time at all and it was done. Once again Shawn and his team quickly did a great at a fair price!! 👍👍

De
Review №53

Great job. Very professional

Jo
Review №54

Have excellent customer service & are always very professional. But more importantly I trust their opinion on unexpected repairs.

Sa
Review №55

Great experience. The employee working the front desk was awesome very pleasant. Service was done in a timely manner.

Mo
Review №56

They are always very kind & knowledgeable!☺️

Jo
Review №57

I love the service here I love the people as an older woman its nice to know that you can trust where you take your car to you will not be lied to recommended highly

Sh
Review №58

They were great, got me right in when I explained the issue with my breaks. I highly recommend Meineke.

Be
Review №59

They treated me very fair and didnt sell me something I didnt need very satisfied with their work

Co
Review №60

Friendly and helpful, gave an accurate estimate for work performed and it didn’t cost anymore than that!

Em
Review №61

Friendly, willing to work with your schedule and squeeze you in, they even personally drove to get a part for my car when their shop was almost closed and stayed late to fix my car once so I could get my car back that day. Doesnt do unnecessary repairs at the customers cost. Would reccomend.

Ja
Review №62

Started a little later then Scheduled but they loaned me a car to get to work on time. Friendly and informative crew. Will recommend and go there again.

Ju
Review №63

They were very courteous and up front to work with. They provided a loaner car that was in good shape, and got the work done on a timely manner as scheduled.

Ro
Review №64

Very fast and was given a discount!! Very sweet staff :)

Ge
Review №65

Terrible over charge and a bunch of crook mess up my brake and my F150 was there for a battery never do business there again.

Ja
Review №66

Great job! Fast service!

Jo
Review №67

Fast and friendly service. Shaun is great!! Highly recommended.

Wi
Review №68

Did good work. Had to be a little careful when reviewing pricing. Might have just been a training issue, but sticker shock is sticker shock.

an
Review №69

They always are happy to see me no matter how small or how big the reason is that I am there.

Ju
Review №70

Even without an appointment they always makes time to help me. The employees are friendly.

Ly
Review №71

Always take good care of our vehicles. Great staff

Ro
Review №72

Shaun and the Meineke team provided exceptional service and performed service for me without an appointment on a holiday weekend. I had bought a car that was leaving town and had a terrible shudder and softness in the brakes. I basically gave Shaun carte blanche telling him to do whatever work he felt necessary and he did not need to get my approval for anything up to $1,000. He demonstrated his and Meineke’s integrity when he returned the car to me three hours later repaired to perfection with new front brake pads and rotors for a cost of $350. Thanks, Shaun!

Co
Review №73

Best place in Dubuque for auto repairs. Honest techs, straight forward pricing. Have been taking my vehicles to Meineke for years. Highly recommended

Ja
Review №74

Shaun is fabulous! Friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. I wont go anyplace else.

Do
Review №75

Had a good experience. The mechanics know what what they are doing? Excellent work, treated me as one of their own. Back on the road in no time reasonable price too. Will be back again no doubt. Thanks Meinke!

Pa
Review №76

Friendly and professional staff, consistently provides great service and quality work.

Lu
Review №77

Very friendly, Definitely coming back.

Da
Review №78

Sean worked me in with last minute oil change. He was very helpful and even did some research on an issue we are having with wifes car that may be covered under manufacturer even though its out of factory warranty. Went above and beyond.

Le
Review №79

Billy was great! I was in a time crunch and he was able to complete my oil change in a fast and timely matter!

Ra
Review №80

This place might not be the cheapest but they know how to fix your car correctly the first time. Mechanics are top-notch. Talk to Brian. Highly recommended

Ch
Review №81

Very professional and affordable, will definitely be back again. Thank you all.

J
Review №82

Did what they needed to do with friendly service.

Ch
Review №83

Great service. Fast repair. Friendly.

Ti
Review №84

Great service and fair price what more could you ask for?

Ed
Review №85

My daughter goes to school in Dubuque and she needed some brake work on her car. Brian helped her out and was very helpful. Super fair price and work was great. Thanks for a great job and taking care of our daughter. You guys are great!

Sa
Review №86

Fast and decent prices

Li
Review №87

Great value and friendly staff

Ka
Review №88

All good..customer service great ..fast and efficient. I am a return customer and will continue to be.

Ma
Review №89

Number one spot in Dubuque for your car needs and quality services

Ca
Review №90

Always efficient and easy. Very professional

Be
Review №91

👍

Ky
Review №92

I took my car to them because they verify the problem and don’t try to sell you something you don’t need.

Jo
Review №93

I thought my battery was bad, took my car in and asked them to just replace it. They tested my battery and said it was performing within specifications but still offered to replace the battery if I wanted them to.A big risk you take when going to an auto repair shop is if they are going to be honest or not. This experience comfirmed to me that this shop has great integrity.Plus..... they really have comfortable seating!

Cl
Review №94

Its always been great doing business with these guys, especially Brian!

Gi
Review №95

Great service and honest people give great advice and dont look for any type of dollar signs and doesnt give false statements like other places to get service

Fr
Review №96

Friendly and courteous and always a great job.

Ga
Review №97

Awful place dont come here unless you wanna get ripped off, came in with one problem and they sent me home with three more issues that they wanted to charge me for. Just a bunch of thieves.

Ma
Review №98

Great service, comfy waiting room, friendly service, and fast oil changes.

St
Review №99

My wife and I were passing through Dubuque and had an issue with a tire. Meineke was able to quickly take a look at our vehicle and get us back on the road ASAP. Excellent service. They really helped us out! So thankful that we went to their shop.

Sl
Review №100

Heres my experience.....Great people. Brian, rick shawn, carl.Rented a u haul....dropped me off at u haul place, and then picked me up from there.

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  • Address:2195 Central Ave, Dubuque, IA 52001, United States
  • Site:https://www.meineke.com/locations/ia/dubuque-645/
  • Phone:+1 563-552-0091
Categories
  • Auto repair shop
  • Auto radiator repair service
  • Auto tune up service
  • Brake shop
  • Car battery store
  • Car repair and maintenance
  • Mechanic
  • Muffler shop
  • Oil change service
  • Tire shop
Working hours
  • Monday:7:30am–6pm
  • Tuesday:7:30am–6pm
  • Wednesday:7:30am–6pm
  • Thursday:7:30am–6pm
  • Friday:7:30am–4pm
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:7:30am–6pm
Offerings
  • Oil change:Yes
Amenities
  • Toilets:Yes
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
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