Analyzing 9,108,2729.1M ReviewsFor 25,80125.8K Experts

Experts Reviews · Company report
Ace Body & Motor logoHow 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

Ace Body & Motor

Des Moines, IA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #352Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 687 auto repair shops · 4.9★ from 445 Google reviews

📞 Call (515) 243-7133Request a call backWebsite ↗

Report card

Percentile vs other auto repair shops (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.

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 is better than 89% of auto repair shops.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 is better than 90% of auto repair shops.A
90
Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle 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 is better than 100% of auto repair shops.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 is better than 100% of auto repair shops.A
100
MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises 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 is better than 100% of auto repair shops.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 is better than 11% of auto repair shops.F
11

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Ace Body & Motor for 8 kinds of job.

Ace Body & Motor for general repairs

Clear ✕
Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.17
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.94
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.—
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 85/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “General repairs”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#12 / 34
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 17 Google reviews tagged “General repairs”

Dara2 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 3 days ago★★★★★

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

Reasonable priceGeneral repairs+ Punctuality+ Quality
Michael6 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 2 months ago★★★★★

5 Star service, as usual. A unexpected repair. Car suspension,tires , alignment. Handled fast always keep me posted. I always known for 30 years. ... I don't have to inspect their work. Best parts, competitive pricing. Remember you get what you pay for. The owner Larry always there. Very clean experienced staff. The…

Reasonable priceSteering & suspension repairAuto water leak repairGeneral repairs & maintenance
HeatherLocal Guide · 15 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 3 months ago★★★★★

Faulty Flicker Fixed in a heartbeat. So grateful that we could pop in and get our indicator light fixed so quickly, efficiently and inexpensive. Always grateful for you all. If your values align with truth, trust and loyalty you will be relieved to have your vehicles taken care of by Ace Motor & Body. We have been…

Great priceAir & cabin filter replacementAuto detailingBrakes+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
StalinLocal Guide · 25 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. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Very friendly, fast service, no nonsense. Loaner vehicles are a major plus. Will go back here for all maintenance requirements.

TransmissionAir & cabin filter replacementTire rotations
HannahLocal Guide · 20 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 months ago★★★★★

Blown away! I have never had such a good experience with auto repair before. They were fast, walked me through every issue in way I could understand, and helped me prioritize what needed to be addressed on my car first. I will definitely be back!

Great priceElectricalAuto engine diagnosticAuto engine tuning
Kae7 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Jason and James are so nice and friendly. Always willing to help. Great place to take care of my auto needs.

Not sureGeneral repairs & maintenanceAuto engine tuningGeneral repairs
Dusty10 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Jason and James are exactly what all Technicians and Shop Managers should strive to be - professional, honest, prompt, polite, effective and efficient. Ace is as good as it gets.

Great priceElectrical repairGeneral repairs & maintenanceElectrical
Isaiah1 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Have been having my mustang serviced at Ace since I bought it . It still runs like a dream, the level of detail and knowledge they display in their work goes above and beyond and keeps me worry free about the many road trips I take!

TransmissionTiresSteering & suspension repair
werdwerdusLocal Guide · 32 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 10 months ago★★★★★

they are always friendly and informative, offer great explanations of services performed and no unnecessary up selling when it's not needed. the work is always high quality and reliable. they also have free loaner cars on hand for you to borrow while your vehicle is being serviced!

Electrical repairAir & cabin filter replacementTires
Gerrit2 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 year ago★★★★★

Very professional, knowledgeable and respectful. Cleanest shop and office I have ever seen. Tells me a lot about their attention to details.

Reasonable priceGeneral repairs
Chance93 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 years ago★★★★★

Great work and better people!

A/C installation & repairAir & cabin filter replacementAuto A/C recharge
DavidLocal Guide · 20 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 years ago★★★★★

This in not only the best place to take your Smart car for service or repair- - it is the ONLY place to take it . Ask for Larry - he’s the best Great Smart Cat rally today - Thanks larry

Customer photo from David's reviewCustomer photo from David's review
Auto battery replacementAuto maintenanceGeneral repairs
ipsildineLocal Guide · 34 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★

Went through high hell to find this man. SO glad another satisfied customer turned us onto him. He is honest, efficient and cares a lot about his work. He is the ONLY one who will touch my smart car going forward. I live north of the area and drive to Des Moines just for him...

Auto body & trim replacementBrake service & repairGeneral repairs
Devon5 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. · 4 years ago★★★★

Service was good done in a timely manner. I felt like the overall cost was high compared to other shops I have gone to in the area.

General repairs
Joseph3 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 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Auto maintenanceGeneral repairsVehicle Inspection
Ryan10 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Auto engine diagnosticGeneral repairs
Austin5 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

General repairs

Price

Not enough reviews with a price yet.

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

Great price 27%Reasonable 69%Overpriced 0%Not sure 4%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Oil change68—
General repairs & maintenance51—
Auto engine diagnostic30—
Tires29—
Brakes21—
Vehicle Inspection20—
Air & cabin filter replacement19—
General repairs16—

Compare with

Anywhere Auto Repair Des Moines Iowa logoAnywhere Auto Repair Des Moines IowaExperts Score 97Des Moines · 4.97★Burch Auto Repair logoBurch Auto RepairExperts Score 93Des Moines · 4.92★Premier Automotive Service logoPremier Automotive ServiceExperts Score 93Des Moines · 4.85★