The dealer isn’t the only option for a BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Volkswagen or Volvo — independent specialists with the same scan tools and experience often charge less. Every shop here says it specializes in European or import vehicles in its business name, listing or on its own website.
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Honest Wrenches Automotive Repair
2015 NE 58th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313-1634
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Beckley Automotive Services
901 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
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East University Imports
1748 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
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European Auto Repair West Des Moines
1901 NW 92nd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50325
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North Brady Imports Plus
5211 Grand Ave, Davenport, IA 52807
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Jaguar Alley
3911 Rockingham Rd, Davenport, IA 52802
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Whitedog Import Auto Repair
424 Highland Ct #1, Iowa City, IA 52240
Mon–Fri 8:30am–5:30pm
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Volkswagen Iowa City
809 Highway 1 W, Iowa City, IA 52246
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Emmons Automotive Services
1350 Kennel Ct B1, North Liberty, IA 52317
Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM, Fri 9 AM–5 PM
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Quality Car Care
900 Hwy 965 NE, North Liberty, IA 52317
Ames 1
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Campus Garage
102 N Hyland Ave, Ames, IA 50014
Mon–Thu 7:30am–5pm, Fri 7:30am–4pm, Sat–Sun closed
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Ace Auto Doctor and Repair
2226 State St, Bettendorf, IA 52722-5033
Mon–Fri 8am–5pm
Clive 1
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Jaguar Des Moines Authorized Service
9800 Hickman Rd, Clive, IA 50325
Dubuque 1
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Dubuque BMW Service Department
600 Century Dr, Dubuque, IA 52002-3704
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Pritchards
826 US-69, Forest City, IA 50436
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High Tech Automotive
2028 Avenue L, Fort Madison, IA 52627-4115
Mon–Fri 8:00am–5:30pm
Hiawatha 1
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Mcgrath Volkswagen
1090 N Center Point Rd, Hiawatha, IA 52233-1200
Hudson 1
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Hudson Automotive
110 Wood St, Hudson, IA 50643
Mon–Fri 8:00am–5:00pm
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Werner's Elite Automotive
506 1/2 E Euclid Ave, Indianola, IA 50125
Mon–Fri 8:00am–5:00pm
Johnston 1
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Volkswagen of Des Moines Service
5200 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA 50131-1205
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Georgen Auto
220 W Marion St, Manchester, IA 52057
Mon–Fri 7:00am–4:30pm
Marengo 1
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Ben's Repair & Welding
385 W Miller St, Marengo, IA 52301
Mon–Fri 8am–5pm, Sat 8am–12pm, Sun closed
Marion 1
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J&J Motorsport
4281 3rd Ave, Marion, IA 52302
Mon–Fri 8am–5pm
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Jeffrey Auto Repair Service
2071 15th St SW, Mason City, IA 50401
Norwalk 1
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Central Imports
5102 Highway 28, Norwalk, IA 50211-9092
Osceola 1
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East Side Automotive
2508 N Main St, Osceola, IA 50213
Ottumwa 1
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Niner Import Garage -N.I.G"
519 S Madison Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501-5103
Wapello 1
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Brandon's Body Shop and Repair
935 100th St, Wapello, IA 52653-7600
Waterloo 1
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Import AutoWerks
1671 Sycamore St, Waterloo, IA 50703
Waukee 1
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Sideros Automotive
716 Interstate Pkwy, Waukee, IA 50263
Wilton 1
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Moonlight Repair
600 E 5th St, Wilton, IA 52778
Mon–Fri 8am–5pm, Sat–Sun closed
Also in Iowa
- Diesel & Truck Repair Shops333
- Transmission Repair Shops201
- Car A/C Repair Shops125
- Muffler & Exhaust Shops98
- Mobile Mechanics39
- State Vehicle Inspection Stations34
Good to know
Will an independent shop void my warranty?
No. Under the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, a manufacturer can’t void your warranty just because maintenance was done outside the dealer. Keep your receipts and use parts that meet the manufacturer’s specifications.
Are European car repairs more expensive?
Parts and labor usually cost more than for domestic or Asian brands, but independent specialists often charge less per hour than dealers. Ask for an itemized estimate before work starts.