DUNRITE AUTOMOTIVE

Auto Service, Auto Tires, Auto Radiators,

About us

AAA Approved Parts Plus Car Care Center Old Fashioned Service With Today's Technology We are located at 5125 Minnetonka Blvd. St. Louis Park, MN 55416, 1 block east of Hwy 100 on Minnetonka Blvd. (corner of Salem & Minnetonka Blvd) We are available for service and repairs Monday thru Thursday from 8:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. We can be reached by phone at 952.925.2020, by fax at 952.924.9454, by email at [email protected], or you can stop in and we will personally assist you DUNRiTE AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE has been providing quality, reliable, and honest auto repair and service in St. Louis Park since 1996. DUNRiTE has developed a well-earned reputation for our willingness to go the extra mile to provide customer satisfaction with plain, easy to understand communications. We are your AAA Approved, Parts Plus Car Care Center neighborhood auto repair specialist. Foreign or domestic, minor or major, we can help with your vehicle maintenance and repairs. From oil changes to computer diagnostics, engine and transmission repairs to brakes and suspension, DUNRiTE provides “Old-Fashioned Service with Todays Technology.” Whether your vehicle is due for scheduled maintenance or is not performing as it should our certified technicians have the tools and knowledge to maintain and repair your vehicle. DUNRiTE has one goal in mind when servicing your vehicle. We want to make sure YOU the CUSTOMER are satisfied with our service and we are willing to go out of our way to help you get your vehicle running the way you want it to Stop in or give us a call, we will gladly discuss your vehicle needs Timothy Buck has been the owner of DUNRiTE since June of 2000. With 34 years of automotive service and repair experience Tim has achieved ASE Master Technician Certification, L-1 status and is also an ASE Certified Master Technician in medium and heavy duty truck repairs Whether in person or by phone you will be greeted by Service Manager Phil Abramson, who will be sure to find out your service needs and concerns. Phil has 25 years of automotive experience as shop owner and manager. He is an ASE certified Service Consulant, an Alldata certified information specialist and is also MACS certified in air conditioning. His goal is to make your visit to DUNRiTE a pleasant and happy one.

Business highlights

25 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Complete mechanical service and repairs. Oil changes, Brakes, Check engine/service engine soon lights, Computer controls, Preventive maintenance, Transmission repairs and replacement, Engine repairs and replacement, Tires, Fluid services, Steering & Suspension repais, Exhaust, Batteries, Alternators, Starters, Electrical repairs, Timing belts, Radiators, Belts, Hoses, & Cooling system repairs

Services we don't offer

Paint and body work

Amenities

Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.721 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
81%
4
14%
3
0%
2
0%
1
5%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.3
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.8
Showing 1-21 of 21 reviews

Lynne C.
11/2015
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Matthew L.
07/2015
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .

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
$150

Rick E.
10/2014
4.0
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

Glenna C.
09/2013
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
Dunrite Automotive on Minnetonka Blvd. has been servicing my cars and my husband's cars for about 10 years. They are honest, competent, and reasonable. When there's more than one approach to a problem they fully explain our options. Recently when my husband's car reached the point of needing servicing more frequently they advised us that we had reached the point where the cost/benefit ratio was in favor of a new car. They could have continued to repair the car indefinitely but they gave us the advice we needed even though it meant the new car would be under warranty for a long time. I highly recommend them.
Description of Work: All of my mechanical automotive work.

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

Nancy W.
01/2013
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
The mechanics are good in diagnosing. They never fix more than what you need. They tell you when you need to fix or you could go for awhile and not fix it. They are fair and honest.
Description of Work: I went to Dunrite Automotive last month for my brake pads. I use them for everything like replacement of lights, oil change and major repairs.

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
$455

Zohara C.
12/2012
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
No problems. Everything went smoothly. Phil was courteous, kept me informed on the status of the work, and finished within the time frame he had given me.
Description of Work: oil change, tire rotation, cabin air filter replacement, engine air filter replacement

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
$175

Stacey F.
12/2012
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
Our experience with DunRite has been A+. They've always performed quality work and their cost is very reasonable. They even went above and beyond helping my husband submit work through his vehicle warranty. They are always very good about scheduling time and being able to get in the shop as soon as an issue comes up. Phil is very good about following up with an initial assessment on the vehicles with quotes for what the work will cost. They have even worked to offer alternatives and what their recommendations would be for more extensive work. I have never felt taken advantage of by this company and would highly recommend their services to Angie's List members.
Description of Work: DunRite has been my husband and I's go-to garage of choice of the last few years. They have performed various services for both of our vehicles (2001 Toyota Corolla and 2006 Jeep Liberty) including basic oil changes, brake repairs, window repairs, and alignment repairs.

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
$500

Kelly R.
05/2012
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
See Above!
Description of Work: Hopkins Honda wanted $500 to do a repair on my car. Dunrite did the repair for nearly $100 less! They also put on new brakes and my bill was only $75 more for the entire job than Honda would have charged me to fix one thing! The mechanics are so nice and trustworthy. Finding a good mechanic is not easy, but I would recommend Dunrite to anyone looking for a competent mechanic who will fix what's wrong (and do it right!!) and not charge an arm and a leg to do so!

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
$575

Kerry A.
09/2011
1.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
I chose this place because of prior Angie's list members positive reports.took my son's car here for diagnosis because it had a miss. left it there all day.got a call mid afternoon telling us it was the ignition control module needing replacement.$445.00 ++++++$109.00 for the diagnosis!!!! I said no thank and picked up the car. Here's the breakdown $109 for diagnosis, $10.50 for supplies and $4.50 for an environmental fee. $124.00 TOTAL!!! What supplies??? you hook up the computer, etc. Must have been a lot of paper towels.....and $4.50 environmental, for what? Called around and found a new ignition control module for anywhere between $115-$150. There are 4 bolts and this thing is on the top of the motor. The quote was for a new module at more than twice the price of purchase and over an hour of labor. The only good thing I can say is they got us in right away. I don't mind paying a reasonable price, but this was utterly ridiculous. Won't be back.
Description of Work: took my son's car here for diagnosis because it had a miss.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
1.0

$109

Response from DUNRITE AUTOMOTIVE
Customer brought vehicle in for diagnostics, was given cost prior to work, authorized diagnostics, we found cause of complaint and gave estimate for repairs, Prices quoted are retail list price and book labor times which is how we price our repairs. Carry out part prices at discount auto parts stores are always going to be lower than retail list prices we charge.

Theresa C.
08/2011
5.0
auto repair, car tires
  + 0 more
I think highly of them. Last winter the plastic under the bumper came off and it was making a noise. I went there on a Sunday to the church and also took my car to Dunrite. They were closed, but they opened up and checked my car. The plastic was making the noise as it was loose. Te mechanic took the time to tight the screw, but he did not charge me. Two weeks ago I went to them as the air was low in the tires. They checked all the tires and they dint think it was a flat tire. Two days ago I again got flat tires and they repaired. That. They provide good service. They are easy to talk to and are customer savvy. They were a little expensive. I will definitely use them again in the future.
Description of Work: I used Dunrite Automotive last week to fix a flat tire and they also did a grease and oil.

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
$90

Amy L.
11/2010
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
I looked on ANGIE's and AAA Auto Club and found DUNRITE had a very good rating. Luckily I found them and I UNEXPECTEDLY picked my car up from Borton Volvo where it had been for a brake estimate. When I picked it up it had NO air conditioning though it did when I dropped it off. At Dunrite I explained to them and asked them to please check out the air system. They called me to give me info and estimate of all the work and told me two parts were MISSING off my system and clearly had to of been taken off by someone. When I called BORTON and told him he said.... "oh just bring that back and we'll fix it NO CHARGE..." What? No way, Borton took two parts off my car and they were willing to replace for free, that just told me they will not BE touching my car again. I asked Dunrite to please check for any other oddities appearing with my car. Dunrite restored my trust and treated me very well in a neutral and professional way! They simply reported the problem, corrected it and communicated about it to me in a very professional way. Borton sent the parts right away and paid for the labor as well to Dunrite. I am grateful to have found DUNRITE and I also thank Angie's List and Triple A auto club referral for leading me to Dunrite.
Description of Work: Dunrite evaluated my car very thoroughly after I had taken it to Borton and gotten an outrageous report of leaks and problems. I used Dunrite for a second opinion and found that I was fine to only replace two hoses and front brakes. It is almost 9 months since this work from DUNRITE and I am very HAPPY, my car is running well.

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
$900

DALE L.
12/2009
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
We did not have an appointment and Dunrite took us in right away to replace a burned-out headlight in our Honda. It barely took 10 minutes and we were done! Cost was extremely reasonable: $21.75 for the headlamp and $5 labor! Service was quick and friendly and we'd definitly go back again.
Description of Work: Replace a headlamp

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
$28

Daniel Y.
03/2009
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
I own five vehicles. In 2006, I received a mailing that advertised Dunrite as a AAA "Top Shop" and I decided to try them out. Dunrite (on Mtka Blvd) now services all my vehicles. I have even had them service items that were covered under warrantee had I gone to a dealer. Their work is always at or below estimate, and I have rarel have had to take anything back for "do-over," and none of those has ever been serious. Best of all, perhaps, is their refusal to do work when they feel that it just isn't worth putting the work in to the vehicle in question: I had a '90 Country Squire that they refused to work on besides oil change after the transmission started failing. There are other examples of this -- no dealer or other repair shop has ever refused to do work because the vehicle wasn't worth it. Beyond that, the owner (Tim) and his staff are all courteous, straightforward about the work and the estimate (and they are periodicaly below estimate, never above). Granted, I have spent many thousands with them over the years, but service was great to start, and continues to be so. Except for my new off-the-lot Grand Marquis that already needs serious work (why do I continue to buy Fords?), I can't conceive of a situation where I would go elsewhere than Dunrite.
Description of Work: Complete rebuild of the front-end and shocks of a newly purchased used '93 Ford E-150 van. I brought it in straight from picking it up from the previous owner. Work included ball joints, tie rods, gear box, shocks, brakes, rotors, calipers, etc., the list goes on. It feels like a new van. (OK, a new '93 van.)

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
$3,000

PAT S.
09/2008
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
Everything was good. They are honest with me. They were friendly.
Description of Work: They replaced the timing belt in my car. The owner explained everything that he was going to do and he carried that out.

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
$900

LORI L.
08/2008
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
While having an oil change and safety inspection at the dealership, the dealer told me the rear tail/brake lights were not working. They told me they checked the bulbs and the bulbs were fine, so it was probably something in the wiring. They wanted to charge me $118 to do the diagnostic work and then whatever was required to fix it. I called Phil at Dunrite. He got me in the same day. He checked it out and found that lo and behold, I had 2 burned out bulbs! Total cost of repair was $30. Who knows how much the dealership would have ripped me off for? Dunrite saved me a lot of money and unnecessary repairs.
Description of Work: Replaced rear tail lights.

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
$30

KRISTEN K.
07/2008
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
It went great. I though it would be more expensive than it was because I initially thought that more work would need to be done, but they told me that it would not. They also cleared a check engine light and let me know that the part was still under warranty from Volkswagen, and they sent me back to the dealer. I was very happy that they were so honest with me.
Description of Work: When I took my car in, they replaced the sway barbushing.

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

Daniel Y.
06/2008
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
I have been using them for around a year. They have gotten it right the first time every time I go in there. Their prices are mostly standard. They will not do work if they don't think it is worth it.
Description of Work: They sealed the rear axle and lubed the gear. They also rear breaks, and different seals were replaced.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$680

ERIC M.
11/2006
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
Very well! I smelled something burning and I thought it was coolant. They inspected, found grease and oil were being thrown on the exhaust system from the inner CV joint and other seals which had failed. They cleaned and inspected the CV joint and inspected the timing belt. They could have told me that they were worn or damaged and the whole thing could have been $1000. But they just did the work that needed to be done: clean and inspect the mechanical parts, replace the lubricants and replace the damaged seals. I always try to have these guys fix my cars. Phil talks a little too fast but does a great job!
Description of Work: Remove right front drive axle, disassemble & inspect inner joint, repack w/ grease, reboot & reinstall. Remove timing covers, inspect for leak. Remove timing belt, replace front crankshaft seal, reinstall existing timing belt (it is in good condition, recently replaced), install new gasket on lower center cover, reseal leaking oil pump plugs, clean bottom of engine.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$590

PEGGY J.
07/2005
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
THE ST. LOUIS PARK DUNRITE AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE STATION PROVIDES EXCELLENT AUTOMOBILE SERVICE AND MY EXPERIENCE WITH THEM HAS BEEN EXTREMELY POSITIVE. PHIL ABRAMSON, THE SERVICE MANAGER, IS ALWAYS VERY PROFESSIONAL AND POLITE. HE EXPLAINS EVERYTHING VERY CLEARLY AND GIVES ACCURATE INFORMATION. THEY NEVER PROCEED WITH WORK UNLESS THEY HAVE CHECKED WITH THE OWNER AND APPRISED YOU OF THE EXPECTED COST. THEY SEEM TO BE REASONABLY PRICED. THEY ALSO ARE LISTED AS AN APPROVED AAA AUTO REPAIR STATION WHICH MEANS THEY ADHERE TO VERY HIGH STANDARDS. I WOULD WHOLE-HEARTEDLY RECOMMEND THIS STATION TO ANYONE FOR AUTO SERVICE.(AND BELIEVE ME, I AM VERY CRITICAL OF MOST OF THE SERVICE STATIONS I HAVE USED IN THE PAST - AND HAVE HAD A NUMBER OF VERY BAD EXPERIENCES!)
Description of Work: 1) INSTALLED REAR ABS SENSOR HARNESS ASSEMBLY (RIGHT REAR BROKEN WIRE). 2) REPLACED CRACKED SERPENTINE BELT. *(I HAVE HAD A NUMBER OF OTHER SERVICE PROCEDURES PERFORMED HERE IN THE PAST).

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

ERIC M.
09/2004
4.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
I'VE HAD WORK DONE HERE BEFORE AND THEY ARE CONSISTENTLY GOOD. I ASKED THEM TO DO A TRANSMISSION FLUID REPLACEMENT, BUT THEY REMINDED ME THAT THEY ALREADY DID IT LAST WINTER. THEY REALLY KNOW THEIR STUFF AND THEY UNDERSTAND THAT REPEAT BUSINESS IS VERY IMPORTANT.
Description of Work: REPLACE TIMING BELT, WATER PUMP, SPARK PLUGS, TIMING BELT TENSIONER, ALTERNATOR BELT, POWER STEERING BELT, ANTIFREEZE, AND VALVE COVER GASKET.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

ERIC M.
09/2003
4.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: REPLACE FRONT BRAKE PADS, TURN ROTORS

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$180

    Contact information

    5125 MINNETONKA BLVD, St. Louis Park, MN 55416

    [email protected]

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Saturday:
    Closed

    Licensing

    Insured
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    Service Categories

    Auto Service,
    Auto Tires,
    Auto Radiators,
    Auto Transmission,
    Auto Mufflers

    FAQ

    DUNRITE AUTOMOTIVE is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: Closed

    Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Saturday: Closed

    DUNRITE AUTOMOTIVE accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
    No, DUNRITE AUTOMOTIVE does not offer free project estimates.
    No, DUNRITE AUTOMOTIVE does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, DUNRITE AUTOMOTIVE does not offer a senior discount.
    No, DUNRITE AUTOMOTIVE does not offer emergency services.
    Yes, DUNRITE AUTOMOTIVE offers warranties.
    DUNRITE AUTOMOTIVE offers the following services: Complete mechanical service and repairs. Oil changes, Brakes, Check engine/service engine soon lights, Computer controls, Preventive maintenance, Transmission repairs and replacement, Engine repairs and replacement, Tires, Fluid services, Steering & Suspension repais, Exhaust, Batteries, Alternators, Starters, Electrical repairs, Timing belts, Radiators, Belts, Hoses, & Cooling system repairs
    Paint and body work

    Contact information

    5125 MINNETONKA BLVD, St. Louis Park, MN 55416

    [email protected]

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Saturday:
    Closed