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%93+50.7Reliability 24%91+22.1Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%95+6.7Craft & service penalty96−0.4Experts Score= 93Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.93SCORECampus Garage
Ames, IA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #22Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 60 towing services · 4.9★ from 998 Google reviews
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Percentile vs other towing services (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: value and momentum; weakest: reliability.
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Customers hired Campus Garage for 8 kinds of job.
Campus Garage for general repairs & maintenance
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We had our 100,000 maintenance completed on a truck. Saved considerably over quote given by our usual service center. Thanks so much for a fair price.
I had a check engine light on my daughter‘s BMW X3 and dropped it off there. Diagnostics were free and they started with the simplest solution which was changing the oil and making sure it was full. I’m thankful for their honesty and this was a very reasonable repair.
Campus Auto is the BEST place for your car in Ames. Very thorough and knowledgeable.
They took care of my daughter’s car (ISU student). We live 6 hours away. They called me to explain the issue and then offered to also show my daughter how to properly check her oil dipstick because apparently it is not clear on her particular model. Places like Campus Garage make it easier to have your kids far from home.
Those guys are great and fast. We highly recommend them!
Campus Garage does great work done on time at affordable rates. The staff and owner are helpful and responsive. Why go anywhere else?
Great service. Honest and professional
I’ve been going to Campus Garage for about 2 years now and they are the best mechanic experience I’ve had. They’ve always been able to fix my issue, perform the necessary service, inform me of costs beforehand, and have exceptional customer service. I have no plans to go anywhere else for my cars servicing needs.
Very timely and friendly!
We have taken our daughters cars here for several years. They are always great to work with. I appreciate your honest approach that I can always trust. Thanks!!
Campus garage was amazing!!! Quick and efficient. Extremely friendly and I cannot say enough good things about them ! My tires were shot and I had no idea. Eric found me the best tires for my car. He ordered them, had them the next morning and my car was done by 9:30 am!!! So impressed ! Will return here often for…
Have done business with Campus Garage for years and never had a bad experience!
Can’t recommend this place enough! I’ve been taking my car here for repairs and service throughout college will continue as along as I’m in Ames. They were able to fit me in day of when I had brake issues and needed a full replacement.
Refreshing to be able to trust the people who work on our cars. I know they will do what is needed at a fair price and stand behind it. They allow me to buy the cars I want and not depend on the dealership rip-off we are all accustomed to. Less than half price of the dealership estimate, everything done. I can’t recommend them more.
Always a pleasure to work with Eric and his team his team- they keep my classic Beamer and my late model VW in tip top shape. Reliable and knowledgeable, way better than any dealer -
We had a transmission service, all expectations were met or exceeded. I will definitely use them again.
Very knowledgeable. Good quality services that are reasonably priced.
Honest and dependable service. Some of the best mechanics we have encountered. Update 2025...still bringing our Cayenne to these great people. We drive about 140 miles round trip and it's worth the extra time everytime! Update...Campus to the rescue again! They helped my kid with his RAM and are always experts.…
Staff are very welcoming and are great communicators. They made sure to have my car done in a timeframe that was best for my schedule and clarified service needs with me. Prices were reasonable and they even provide discounts for students and faculty!
I had my transmission valve body and front struts replaced on the same day without any issues. It was done within a day with no overnight needed and the price was certainly right. They also found where my backing lights had their wire broken and fixed that in addition to replacing a ball joint and both license plate…
Campus garage is always friendly, accommodating, and skilled. It has been a pleasure to do business with them.
Service was great! Very kind mechanics that kept me updated throughout the entire process of fixing my car. Was efficient and completed in a timely manner!
I highly recommend Campus Garage for high-quality service in Ames. I needed a comprehensive service on my 07 Tundra (4.7L) and they were incredibly accommodating throughout the process. While the local dealership had a 1+ month waiting list just for an inspection, Campus ordered the parts and scheduled me within 2…
Always reliable and now our trusted mechanic. Great service- timely and good communication. Fair prices.
Great service and wonderful sense of urgency to get our vehicle back to us on a timely basis!
Everything was fully explained with projected costs and the work was done promptly
Excellent auto service garage with very experienced and friendly staff.
A long overdue review...I have been taking all 4 of our cars to Campus Garage for nearly 3 years now. They are always transparent, timely, and fairly priced (I cannot emphasize this last piece enough). They always provide an honest opinion of work that actually needs to get done vs. work that has no impact on car…
Campus garage is the one and only garage that I will use. They have provided me top drawer service for over 20 years
Always terrific service! I’m grateful that I can usually get an appointment right away. Communication is good, they always call and explain things clearly in a way that I can understand. Prices seem reasonable and fair.
Eric and his colleagues in Campus Garage do a fantastic job, every time. We have been trusting our cars to them for well over 20 years and have never had a problem. They work fast and well, and are priced reasonably, in particular consider the quality of their work. Highly recommend!
The Campus team was awesome! Needed the car back quickly…they sourced parts and worked us into their schedule. Quality work, great communication and under the estimated budget! Will definitely continue to use this group!
They are always honest, courteous, and most importantly good at what they do!
We have used Campus Garage several times over the past four years while my daughter attended ISU and couldn’t be more happy with their service and expertise. Always honest and reliable. I’m grateful to have someone to count on when cars break down and we are out of state.
Very knowledgeable about my Porsches ( I have 2) labor rate is about 1/2 of dealers. Communication is excellent keeping customer informed. No waiting area (might be a good thing=). Most important answer to all questions is would I continue to do future business? YES!!!
Very courteous and knowledgeable. I made a mistake and brought my car in a week before its scheduled maintenance. They were still able to get it in incomplete services. Thank you great job.
Cannot recommend Campus Garage enough! They fit me in with a brake issue at the last minute when my regular garage wasn't able to. Knowledgeable, friendly, convenient and affordable. I'll be switching my car care here permanently.
Been using for years always impressed with service, speed, and knowledge, fair pricing and quick turn arounds plus no charge for diagnostic and estimates. Very happy with all the services they have done for us.
We needed a quick response to a problem with a wheel on our car. Campus Garage got us in right away to assess the problem, and it was a simple fix so they took care of it on the spot. Always friendly and professional when we need anything.
No better place to go in central Iowa for the dedicated Volvo owner! An important thing to have in any town that you live in is a dedicated, competent, and honest mechanic. None better than Eric and his crew at Campus Garage in Ames!
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Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change | 131 | — |
| General repairs & maintenance | 130 | — |
| Auto engine diagnostic | 58 | — |
| Tires | 45 | — |
| Engine repair | 40 | — |
| Auto maintenance | 38 | — |
| Brake service & repair | 33 | — |
| Steering & suspension repair | 31 | — |
