ALEXANDER'S IMPORT AUTO REPAIR

Auto Service, Auto Tires, Auto Inspections,

About us

We perform all types of general auto repair, from major engine repair, brake service, oil changes, heating and air conditioning, tires and alignment, and factory scheduled maintenance. We have ASE Certified Technicians. Free loaner vehicles available. Easy access to light rail and other public transportation from our shops.

Business highlights

40 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Import brand auto service.

Services we don't offer

Domestic car service. Paint & body work.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.8105 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
85%
4
10%
3
3%
2
1%
1
1%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.6
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 76-100 of 105 reviews

Catharine J.
03/2016
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Don't understand that last question. I pay them to maintain and repair my car. They probably aren't the cheapest around, but I trust them to be fair, especially since I know very little about cars. I've probably been a customer there for 20 years or more.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Judith C.
02/2016
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Michelle F.
11/2015
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
unknown

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Jean F.
10/2015
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Done on 10/22/15
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Lisa C.
08/2015
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Maintenance check. Oil change.

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

JANE D.
12/2006
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
They handled everything. There were things that didn't need to be fixed, and told us upfront. One of the best experiences we've had!
Description of Work: My daughter's Honda had all sorts of problems with it. The trunk wouldn't close, problems with the brakes, a light that wouldn't turn off, etc.

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 G.
12/2006
5.0
auto repair, car tires
  + 0 more
They were friendly and helpful and did the work quickly while I waited.
Description of Work: They removed four tires from wheels, cleaned corrosion and old sealant from the rims and tires, and remounted the tires, all to stop chronic air leaks, a problem never really solved by other shops.

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
$75

GREG F.
10/2006
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
It went very smoothly. We first called a number of auto service people from the list, and found them to be straight forward, open to estimate cost of repair based on what the Toyota Dealership told us was wrong. Once we scheduled the work, instead of just taking the dealerships diagnosis - they did their own diagnosis and found the problem to be more extensive then first thought. They broke down all the costs and helped us decide if we should do the work. They also informed us that a major repair had not been performed 30,000 miles earlier, which we also had done.
Description of Work: Timing belt replaced, and complete overhaul of suspension for a 1997 Camry.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500

AKEMI W.
10/2006
5.0
auto repair, car tires
  + 0 more
Very well. These guys are the most thorough and courteous car service people I've encountered. Very willing to explain what they've found and leave it in your hands as to what you want done.
Description of Work: New tires, new belts, crank pulley and sprocket repair, alignment, brake fluid flush, new wipers and a oil change.

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
$1,450

SUSAN D.
09/2006
5.0
auto repair, car tires
  + 0 more
Very professional. Shop owner followed up with phone call one week later to ask if there were any problems.
Description of Work: Corrected noise rfrom around wheels, realigned tires and replaced two tires. Complete brake fluid flush.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$362

H JAMES M.
09/2006
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
Excellent service and very high quality work.
Description of Work: Tuneup and replacement of tail light.

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
$370

MARYANNE A.
08/2006
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
I used Alexander's because of its high ratings on Angie's List. I found the staff to be courteous and professional. They answered my questions with detail and with an explanation that never felt condescending (something that happens often to women in the auto world). A few days after completing the work, they called me to make sure everything was running smoothly. As for price, it seemed reasonable to me. They only charged me for the parts and labor related to the drive belt and tensioner, despite doing a complete check of other systems (I had questioned a noise that seemed to relate to the wheels). Overall, I was pleased with the service I received and impressed with my interactions with the staff. I would use Alexander's again without hesitation.
Description of Work: He replaced the drive belt and tensioner, as well as performed an overall vehicle check, including tires/brakes/bearings.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$273

Jim P.
07/2006
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
I am very pleased with the people at Alexander's. They were very professional in their technical and customer service. They had great communication and a fair price. I like to get the most out of my vehicles, and Alexander's is a great find for me.
Description of Work: My 1988 Celica was overheating and had several other issues. I have had it in to another shop where the diagnosis was not made. The work done included a new radiator, hoses, new head gasket,including machining the head, new power steering pump, timing belt and miscellaneous other work. They were able to correctly diagnose the head gasket as the main culprit. I gave them the go-ahead to take an overall look at the mechanics of the car, and they did a great job of finding and repairing/replacing other things. I had been regularly dumping power steering fluid in and forgot to mention this, but they found it!

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
$2,300

MARY B.
06/2006
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
With no notice, they handled my repair promptly, fairly and although the suggested replacing both sets of wheel bearings, respectfully agreed that replacing one side at a time was a satisfactory action. They seem fair, responsive and appreciative of the work. I will work with these guys for the foreseeable future.
Description of Work: Replace wheel bearings, replace brake lock system, check out axle, etc.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

CHRISTOPHER C.
06/2006
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
Very good experience. They cleaned- rather than insisting on replacing- the pricey exhaust gas recirculation valve. That saved money right there. There was a mix-up about the day I'd made my appointment. I made one for Monday but they didn't have me in the computer. They took it all in stride & had my car back within 30 hours. Nice, honest, give-it-to-you-straight guys. It's a little out of the way unless you live on Minneapolis' east side, but you'll be glad you took your car there.
Description of Work: They cleaned a dirty EGR valve & replaced spark plugs that, in combo, were causing wildly fluctuating idle & intermittent stalling on a Mazda.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$370

Wyn K.
05/2006
5.0
auto repair, car tires
  + 0 more
Corresponded with Dan via email to start. Very professional. Once car was towed to their location, Ben was in contact with me via phone at each stage of the repairs; giving me a status and getting my approval at each stage of the work done. Washed and vacuumed the car before returning to me, and made a list of needed, but not urgent, maintenance to be addressed at future visits.
Description of Work: Needed work on a car coming out of 8 years storage. Replaced tires, master brake cylinder, radiator flush, alternator, spark plugs, battery, belts and a window crank. Tested all systems. Cleaned fuel system. Referred me to towing company to get car from my garage to their location and included it in my repair bill.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500

ROBERT C.
04/2006
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
Excellent service and easy to deal with. They kept me informed as the work progressed.
Description of Work: Air bag was issued, and they replaced a part. They also did CV Boot replacement on left front wheel and wheel bearings.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$863

MARY B.
01/2006
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
They were very accommodating, friendly, realistic and easy to work with. The work was professional, the explanations and service top-notch, and the price seemed fair. I would use them again in a heartbeat. They even had a sense of humor. The work was done when promised. Excellent!
Description of Work: Alexander's did a considerable amount of work on our 1989 Camry, including tires, radiator, front axle, tune-up and misc other work. They gave the car a thorough once-over and recommended a priority of things needing repair.

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
$1,200

Anna C.
01/2006
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
Very professional, pleasant folks. They called to confirm price before completing work and called when work was done. The car runs like a top. This was our first experience with Alexander's, but they will be our regular car repair/maintenance center from now on.
Description of Work: Replaced rear brake pads; oil change, 30K mile check-up; replace spark plugs, etc.

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
$640

Randall T.
12/2005
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
All people we spoke to were polite, earnest and knowledgeable. They were able to explain what was needed and why in layperson's language. They kept me informed as the repairs were being completed and carefully continued to work until they made a diagnostic and repair that did completely fix the problem. They were very considerate of my time when more work was needed to repair the brake problem and when an ordered part was not quickly available. They also told me what work would be needed in the future, and when that would be needed. The work was done correctly and completely fixed the problems, leaving me with a safe, reliable care. I also am confident in the reasonableness of the price (considering the amount of work that was needed) and their honesty. I would use them again. FYI Alexander's is highly rated by Click and Clack.
Description of Work: Brakes were failing on my 1994 Honda Accord; pedal to the floor. We were concerned that other problems might also exist. Diagnosed the problem as leaky master brake cylinder and replaced the cylinder. When the pedal play was still not ''perfect'', they continued to work until they could find the rest of the problem, a sticky caliper, which they then repaired. They also did complete inspection and routine maintenance (oil change etc). Also diagnosed need for some sort of air box thing for clean air to engine intake. Part had to be ordered and we will return to have that replaced later when the part arrives.

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
$996

BROOKE M.
11/2005
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
ALEXANDERS DOES ALL SERVICE ON MY VEHICLE. THEY DO CAREFUL WORK, ACCOMMODATE MY SCHEDULE, PROVIDE A WEALTH OF INFO IN LANGUAGE EASY FOR A NON-CAR-FREAK TO UNDERSTAND, ACCOMMODATE CUSTOMERS FINANCIAL REALITIES. AND DO NOT TALK DOWN TO THOSE OF US IN FEMALE BODIES. PROFESSIONAL AND PLEASANT. I DEPEND N MY CAR AND TRUST THEM TO KEEP IT IN RELIABLE CONDITION. THEY KEPT MY CAMRY RUNNING FOR 15 YEARS, AND I'VE BEEN A CUSTOMER FOR 16 YEARS.
Description of Work: BRAKE REPAIR. ROTATE AND ALIGN TIRES AND WHEELS. TIMING BELT, INSPECTED FRONT DRIVE AXLE SEALS AT TRANSMISSION. OIL AND FILTER CHANGE. CHECK FLUIDS, CHECKED BRAKES, AND TEST DRIVE.

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
$841

MICHAEL W.
09/2005
5.0
auto repair, car tires
  + 0 more
KNOCKED MY SOCKS OFF WITH THEIR SERVICE! THE BRAKES THEY INSTALLED SQUEAKED, SO THEY CALLED TO TELL ME IT WAS TAKING LONGER THAN EXPECTED. WHEN I DID PICK UP THE CAR, THEY THOUGHT IS WAS MUCH BETTER AND THAT IT WOULD RESOLVE AS THE PADS WORE. THEY CALLED ME A MONTH LATER TO CHECK AND THEY WERE STILL SQUEAKING, SO I BROUGHT THE CAR BACK. IT TOOK THEM 4 DAYS AND 3 SETS OF BRAKE PADS ( AND A FAVOR FROM A BUDDY AT A SHOP IN CA!), BUT WHEN I GOT THE CAR BACK THEY WERE PERFECT. THEY CALLED EACH STEP OF THE WAY TO KEEP ME INFORMED AND NEVER ASKED FOR SO MUCH AS A NICKEL MORE THAN I HAD ALREADY PAID! BRAVO!
Description of Work: REPAIRED BRAKES AND PUT ON NEW TIRES ON MY PORSCHE.

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
$1,800

JEANNE G.
04/2004
5.0
radiator service
  + -1 more
I WILL DEFINITELY USE THEM AGAIN FOR ANY OTHER AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE WE MIGHT NEED IN THE FUTURE.
Description of Work: MY DAUGHTER NEEDED A NEW RADIATOR. WITH THE HELP OF AN ANGIE'S LIST RATING WE USED ALEXANDER'S AND FOUND THEM TO HAVE A VERY COMPETITIVE ESTIMATE AND THEIR SERVICE WAS OUTSTANDING.

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
$400

BROOKE M.
06/2002
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
HAS USED COMPANY FOR THIRTEEN YEARS, GOOD AT EXPLAINING THINGS. GOOD AT CUSTOMER SERVICE, WILL WORK WITH YOU TO FIND SOMETHING THAT WORKS FOR YOU. SHE HAS ABSOLUTE FAITH IN THEM! WILL NOT GO ANYWHERE ELSE WITH HER CAR. THE ACTUAL OWNERS DO THE WORK AND KNOW THEIR CUSTOMERS PERSONALLY. WOULD RATE THEIR INTEGRITY VERY HIGH. WILL NOT QUESTION THEIR JUDGEMENT!
Description of Work: THEY PERFORMED THEIR SPRING SPECIAL, THEY CHANGED OIL AND FILTER, INSPECTED FLUID LEVEL AND CONDITIONS, CHECKED COOLING AND EXHAUST SYSTEM, CHECKED CONDITION OF BREAKS, CHECKED TUNE-UP STATUS, CHECKED BELTS AND HOSES, AS WELL AS LIGHTS, HORNS, WIPERS, AND BATTERY. INSPECTED STEERING AND SUSPENSION AND TEST DROVE CAR, THEY INSPECTED A/C SYSTEM CONDITION AND OPERATION

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
$35

JIM & EMILY M.
10/2001
5.0
radiator service
  + -1 more
THESE FOLKS ARE FANTASTIC. WE'VE USED A LOT OF DIFFERENT AUTO SHOPS AND NEVER EXPERIENCED ANY THAT ARE QUITE THIS PROFESSIONAL, CLEAR AND EASY TO UNDERSTAND, FAIR IN ESTIMATES, TIMELY.
Description of Work: REPLACED RADIATOR.

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

2904 E 35th St, Minneapolis, MN 55406

www.alexandersimportautorepair.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
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:
Closed

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

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Service Categories

Auto Service,
Auto Tires,
Auto Inspections,
Auto Radiators,
Electrical,
Auto Mufflers

FAQ

ALEXANDER'S IMPORT AUTO REPAIR is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

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: Closed

ALEXANDER'S IMPORT AUTO REPAIR accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, ALEXANDER'S IMPORT AUTO REPAIR does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, ALEXANDER'S IMPORT AUTO REPAIR offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, ALEXANDER'S IMPORT AUTO REPAIR does not offer a senior discount.
No, ALEXANDER'S IMPORT AUTO REPAIR does not offer emergency services.
Yes, ALEXANDER'S IMPORT AUTO REPAIR offers warranties.
ALEXANDER'S IMPORT AUTO REPAIR offers the following services: Import brand auto service.
Domestic car service. Paint & body work.

Contact information

2904 E 35th St, Minneapolis, MN 55406

www.alexandersimportautorepair.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
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:
Closed