Silzer Auto Repair

Auto Service, Auto Inspections, Heating and Air Conditioning,

About us

Expect Excellence from Silzer Auto Repair With a combined 60 years of experience, Silzer Auto Repair has been serving Des Moines since 1987. We’re committed to you and your vehicle. With our thorough service base and experienced, caring technicians, your automobile or light truck will run efficiently and well maintained for many years to come. We pride ourselves good customer contact and communication. Silzer Auto Repair offers the personal attention and detail to all your needs no matter how large or small. You will always be kept informed on the status of your vehicle, the repairs it needs, and a complete estimate of any services being performed on your vehicle, which you would expect out of a company that recognizes you when you walk in the door.

Business highlights

38 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Oil & filter change, full suspension service, AC work, struts, tune ups, brakes, complete transmission service, complete cooling system, service, complete brake system service & repairs, power steering service, discounted towing & auto parts.

Services we don't offer

None

Amenities

Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.26 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
67%
4
17%
3
0%
2
0%
1
17%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.6
value
4.8
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-6 of 6 reviews

Mike M.
07/2020
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Best place ever to have repairs done! Professional, Honest, great people to deal with.!!!!!!!
Description of Work: A/C, replaced evaporator, and other parts! THANKS

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Brian M.
03/2017
5.0
car inspections
  + -1 more
Seltzer pull up on the left and checked the transmission, clutch, brakes, engine oil leaks and the condition of the frame and metal support structures. In less than an hour, they came up with a full report on all the repairs that would be needed and even took me out in the shop to point each of them out too. Most of what they found I would not have. The repairs other than the frame and metal support structure was going to be over $2,500. Silzer saved me from buying a vehicle that would of had me spending far more then it was worth.
Description of Work: Check out a used vehicle I was considering purchasing

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$80

Megan S.
01/2017
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
Car had been having on and off again problems, and while it would not duplicate in the shop, the guys at Silzer said next time it acts up, call and we will try to send someone over (since I live very close) and check it out then. Few months passed with no issue when boom, it did it. They were able to have someone out, and check it out. Were able to confirm the problem (which is what they'd thought might be the issue before, and was the same thing I was thinking) and get it going and take it to the shop. They called to give me an estimate which was in line with what I'd researched, and had a time frame for repair. Considering it wasn't scheduled, it was amazing that they got me in then and were able to get it done right away. Backing up a few steps, in the whole process of figuring out what was wrong, they never once made me feel silly or stupid as I described what I'd been noticing, or acted like I was blowing the issue out proportion (since it would happen, then a few hours later be fine). They took me seriously and were courteous and very professional.
Description of Work: Starter replacement on a Ford Taurus

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Richard J.
02/2016
1.0
transmission repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I have used them in the past. The last time I went there to have a rear wheel break examined. They told me it was fine. 60 miles down the road it acted up and I had to pull over and could not drive my vehicle. I called them up and they had my vehicle towed and they told me the opposite and that I should have had work done and wanted to charge me over $500 to fix it. I said no thank you and would not recommend them to anyone.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

EMILY M.
09/2010
4.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
They were fine and we would recommend them to others. We spent under $1200 for a lot of front end work. I think that they require more of a specialized mechanic and we did have to take it back because they did not do something right. They were very professional and good about that and I would recommend them because of that. They realized that they did something wrong and I thought that their price was reasonable. I called them and asked if they worked on Volvos and they said they did, I wish they had said no, but it was alright because they corrected the problem. They were also good about calling us. We would use them again for our American car.
Description of Work: We used Silzer Auto Repair in June for auto service on our Volvo.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200

Carol M.
12/2009
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
Their prices are very reasonable. They do excellent work. When he says he's going to have it done, he'll have it done. I can usually get in within a week, the same week, when I call. He's even out of the way, on the other side of town, but I still will continue to go to him.
Description of Work: They have serviced my cars for over five years.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

    Contact information

    3025 Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

    www.silzerauto.com

    Service hours

    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
    Saturday:
    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    Licensing

    Bonded

    Insured
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    Service Categories

    Auto Service,
    Auto Inspections,
    Heating and Air Conditioning,
    Auto Transmission,
    Auto Towing,
    Auto Tires,
    Auto Radio Service,
    Auto Mufflers,
    Auto Detailing

    FAQ

    Silzer Auto Repair is currently rated 4.2 overall out of 5.

    Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    Saturday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    Silzer Auto Repair accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,Visa
    No, Silzer Auto Repair does not offer free project estimates.
    No, Silzer Auto Repair does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Silzer Auto Repair does not offer a senior discount.
    No, Silzer Auto Repair does not offer emergency services.
    Yes, Silzer Auto Repair offers warranties.
    Silzer Auto Repair offers the following services: Oil & filter change, full suspension service, AC work, struts, tune ups, brakes, complete transmission service, complete cooling system, service, complete brake system service & repairs, power steering service, discounted towing & auto parts.
    None

    Contact information

    3025 Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

    www.silzerauto.com

    Service hours

    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
    Saturday:
    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM