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Ace Body & Motor

Auto repair shop · Des Moines, IA · reviewed since 2014

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%89+48.5Reliability 24%90+21.8Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%11+0.8Experts Score= 85Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.85SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#352 of 687 auto repair shopsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 49%
4.9 ★★★★★ 445 Google reviews · 24 photos
94%five-star reviews
4.99★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0.9%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
10%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Ace Body & Motor at a glance

Customers frequently praise the shop for honest pricing, clear communication, and prompt service, noting that staff explain repairs thoroughly without pushing unnecessary work. Recurring themes include friendly, knowledgeable employees, efficient turnaround times, and the convenience of loaner vehicles. However, some low-star reviews criticize high diagnostic fees and perceived overcharging, with instances of unresolved issues or staff failing to return calls for estimates.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 445 reviews (94% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 445 Google reviews (346 with written comments, 9 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 10% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 30, 2026.
  • Service: Auto Repair Shop serving Des Moines, Iowa.

Data from Google, last updated November 2, 2026.

Score profile vs other auto repair shops

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and value; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction89Reliability90Craft & service100Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews11Satisfaction: 89 (median 87)Reliability: 90 (median 84)Craft & service: 100 (median 99)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 11 (median 56)
Ace Body & MotorAuto Repair Shops median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Ace Body & Motor: 89/100 on this factor. Category median: 87.A
89
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Ace Body & Motor: 90/100 on this factor. Category median: 84.A
90
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Ace Body & Motor: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
100
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Ace Body & Motor: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Ace Body & Motor: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Ace Body & Motor: 11/100 on this factor. Category median: 56.F
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Star ratings

445 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars41894%
  • 4 stars153%
  • 3 stars20%
  • 2 stars20%
  • 1 star82%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 346 written reviews

  • Praise64697%
  • Complaints203%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price1427%
  • Reasonable3669%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure24%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude15924%
  • Honesty & trust12719%
  • Quality & results11017%
  • Price & value7712%
  • Would recommend7111%
  • Speed & response6410%
  • Communication589%

What customers talk about

We read 346 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Very helpful and fast when we were heading out of town!”
  • “To be honest, I don't know what else I can say that hasn't already been said.”
  • “Friendly, dependable and experienced staff who do very thorough and quality work.”
    “They said to call them back if that did not fix the problem with the 2008 Ford Edge automatic transmission shifting.”
  • “They've been nothing but up front, honest, and fair in the prices, and they communicate very well about what's needed, why, variables, etc.”
    “I was over charged on Sway bar link at $95 they only cost $40 and also sway bar is still making the same noise don't feel like the problem was fixed…”
  • “Highly recommend if you need dependable repair work done right.”
    “Avoid this one like the plague!”
  • “Honest, thorough diagnosis, prompt service and professionally communication.”
    “They never called me back.”
  • “Best service, took time to explain everything they did.”

People customers mention

  • Larry 26 reviews
  • Jason 24 reviews
  • James 10 reviews
  • Pam 9 reviews
  • Smart 8 reviews
  • Auto 4 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Ace Body & Motor for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

Alex7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 days ago★★★★★

To be honest, I don't know what else I can say that hasn't already been said. I wish there were a few more around! They've been nothing but up front, honest, and fair in the prices, and they communicate very well about what's needed, why, variables, etc. There's a reason why it's 4.9 stars at 444+ reviews.

TiresAuto battery replacementGeneral repairs & maintenance
Linda9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 4 days ago★★★★★

Friendly, dependable and experienced staff who do very thorough and quality work. A very efficient business. Would highly recommend ACE Body and Motor

Reasonable priceAuto maintenanceOil change
Ricky1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

Best service, took time to explain everything they did. Will start using them for all my vehicle maintenance.

Great priceSteering & suspension repair
Sandy3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a week ago★★★★★

The best people, personalities, enthusiastic, helpful, engaging, understanding. All around awesome!

Reasonable priceAuto exhaust system repairBrake service & repair
Mary8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a month ago★★★★★

Brought in a car for a pre-purchase inspection. Andy, Jason and James all took time to explain in detail the inspection results and what one could expect from owning this car. I am thinking seriously about changing who maintains my car. Was impressed. PS the shop was spotless.

Reasonable priceAuto battery replacementGeneral repairs & maintenanceAuto engine diagnostic
Linda8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

I trust the guys that work at Ace Body & Motor. Always listen to me and very professional and friendly! They help keep my vehicle in good condition and I appreciate them!!

Reasonable priceGeneral repairs & maintenanceOil change

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 445 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Dara Appleby2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dara has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very helpful and fast when we were heading out of town!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Tires
  • Positive: Punctuality, Quality
  • Services: General repairs
Alex W7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Alex has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

To be honest, I don't know what else I can say that hasn't already been said. I wish there were a few more around! They've been nothing but up front, honest, and fair in the prices, and they communicate very well about what's needed, why, variables, etc. There's a reason why it's 4.9 stars at 444+ reviews.

  • Services: Tires, Auto battery replacement, General repairs & maintenance, Brakes
Linda Christensen9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Linda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Friendly, dependable and experienced staff who do very thorough and quality work. A very efficient business. Would highly recommend ACE Body and Motor

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Auto maintenance, Oil change
Ricky Fees1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Ricky has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Best service, took time to explain everything they did. Will start using them for all my vehicle maintenance.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Steering & suspension repair
Response from the owner · Edited 3 days ago

It was great to meet you Ricky! Thank you for your feedback and we look forward to helping you in the future.

Sandy Spoonholtz3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sandy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The best people, personalities, enthusiastic, helpful, engaging, understanding. All around awesome!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Air conditioning, Air & cabin filter replacement, General repairs & maintenance, Oil change
  • Services: Auto exhaust system repair, Brake service & repair
Response from the owner · Edited 3 days ago

Thank you so much Sandy. We’re happy to help you with your Smart car and appreciate the awesome review!

Darin Origer2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Darin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Friendly and accommodating, but above all, knowledgeable.

Response from the owner · Edited 3 days ago

Thank you Darin. It was a pleasure to meet you and to have the opportunity to take care of your vehicle!

Mary Molloy8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mary has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Brought in a car for a pre-purchase inspection. Andy, Jason and James all took time to explain in detail the inspection results and what one could expect from owning this car. I am thinking seriously about changing who maintains my car. Was impressed. PS the shop was spotless.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Auto battery replacement, General repairs & maintenance, Auto engine diagnostic, Vehicle Inspection
Response from the owner · Edited 3 days ago

Thanks for the awesome feedback Mary! We’re glad we helped you get the information you needed to help you make a solid decision.

Linda Lou Duff8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Linda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I trust the guys that work at Ace Body & Motor. Always listen to me and very professional and friendly! They help keep my vehicle in good condition and I appreciate them!!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: General repairs & maintenance, Oil change
Response from the owner · Edited 3 days ago

Thank you so much Linda! We value the trust and appreciate taking care of your family’s vehicles.

Sean GannonLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sean has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

What a great experience. Family-owned, well trusted.

paula buehrer13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews paula has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I had a long wait at my first appointment of the day so I canceled it and Jason was able to move me up, I really appreciated that!! Clean, courteous, Christian environment!!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Oil change
Response from the owner · 4 months ago

Thank you Paula. We’re thankful for you allowing us to take care of you!

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