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Meineke Car Care Center

Auto repair shop · Lincoln, NE · reviewed since 2023

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%87+47.5Reliability 24%88+21.3Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Experts Score= 90Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.90SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#291 of 975 auto repair shopsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 70%
4.9 ★★★★★ 338 Google reviews · 9 photos
92%five-star reviews
4.86★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
2%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.
98%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Meineke Car Care Center at a glance

Customers frequently cite prompt service, clear communication, and fair pricing for repairs like brakes, oil changes, and diagnostics. Staff are noted for explaining work in detail and providing regular updates, often completing jobs same-day. However, some reviews criticize high labor rates and diagnostic costs, while others report instances of vehicle damage or poor cleanliness during service.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 338 reviews (92% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 338 Google reviews (261 with written comments, 7 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 98% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 31, 2026.
  • Service: Auto Repair Shop serving Lincoln, Nebraska.

Data from Google, last updated November 1, 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: value and momentum; weakest: satisfaction.

Satisfaction87Reliability88Craft & service–Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews100Satisfaction: 87 (median 88)Reliability: 88 (median 85)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 100 (median 60)
Meineke Car Care CenterAuto 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.Meineke Car Care Center: 87/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.A
87
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.Meineke Car Care Center: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.A
88
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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 99.–
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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.Meineke Car Care Center: 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.Meineke Car Care Center: 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.Meineke Car Care Center: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 60.A
100

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Star ratings

338 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars31292%
  • 4 stars206%
  • 3 stars10%
  • 2 stars10%
  • 1 star41%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 261 written reviews

  • Praise45199%
  • Complaints61%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price2335%
  • Reasonable3858%
  • Overpriced12%
  • Not sure35%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude12527%
  • Speed & response8619%
  • Quality & results7416%
  • Would recommend4710%
  • Price & value4610%
  • Honesty & trust4510%
  • Communication347%

What customers talk about

We read 261 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Unfortunately my warranty company was a pain to work with but the staff were all very kind and patient with the process.”
  • “Had my brakes done, no issues, prompt, wonderful communication, would definitely recommend.”
  • “They don’t push anything on you, are very thorough to actually find the problem and are always looking for the best solution, putting themselves in your shoes.”
  • “I would recommend them to all my friends and family”
    “Very bad experience with them I don’t recommend them at all , my first car I take they broke the tailgate light and they hold my car for two weeks to…”
  • “The repairs get completed on time, the pricing is fair, and they keep our trucks on the road with nothing but standard maintenance.”
  • “This is a very trustworthy place to take your vehicle!”
  • “Devon and Eric were great in communicating what was going on with my vehicle.”

People customers mention

  • Devin 6 reviews
  • Andrew 3 reviews
  • Devon 3 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Meineke Car Care Center for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

RebeccaLocal Guide · 77 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★★★★★

Devon and Eric were great in communicating what was going on with my vehicle. They kept me informed about when it would be finished. Also, they didn't seem to be bothered when I would call in to see what was going on with it either.

Reasonable priceGeneral repairs & maintenanceTire rotationsWiper blade installation
Angelique15 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Edit to review: I brought my new vehicle in for a oil change since they took great care of me the last time. Oil change was done quickly. Devin is wonderful to work with! Meineke took my car in when the check engine light came on. Unfortunately my warranty company was a pain to work with but the staff were all very…

RogerLocal Guide · 35 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★★★★★

Had a service warning come up, went in hoping to get it checked out in the next week and they had it fixed that day.

Great priceSteering & suspension repairService not listed
Naijah7 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 was having an issue with my car shutting off and wasn't sure what the issue was. After trying 3 different places Meineke was able to diagnose the problem and fix the issue that I was having. I have since driven my car well over 1000 miles with no issues. I did not have an appointment, and I was able to get my car…

Shanna2 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★★★★★

The entire team was very respectful and helpful! I would recommend them to all my friends and family

Great priceOil change
Laura11 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★★★★★

Had my brakes done, no issues, prompt, wonderful communication, would definitely recommend.

Reasonable priceBrakes

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 338 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

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R Bedo4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews R has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Quick fast and price was good

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Auto brake replacement
Kim Nagele6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kim has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very thorough and an excellent job.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: General repairs & maintenance, Auto brake repair, Tire rotations, Wheel alignment, Auto maintenance, Oil change
Response from the owner · a year ago

Hi, Kim! Thanks for the wonderful review! We're glad to hear you had a great experience with us. If you ever need our services again, we'll be happy to welcome you back into our shop!

Rebecca HowellLocal Guide · 77 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Rebecca has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Devon and Eric were great in communicating what was going on with my vehicle. They kept me informed about when it would be finished. Also, they didn't seem to be bothered when I would call in to see what was going on with it either.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: General repairs & maintenance, Tire rotations, Wiper blade installation
Response from the owner · 2 years ago

Hi Rebecca, thank you so much for the positive review! We're glad you had a great experience. We're grateful you chose to bring us your business, and if you ever need our services again, we'll be happy to see you.

CC Contracting Inc2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews CC has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Fast service! In and out in the same day!

Response from the owner · a year ago

Thanks for the positive feedback. We're happy to hear you had a great experience!

Angelique15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Angelique has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Edit to review: I brought my new vehicle in for a oil change since they took great care of me the last time. Oil change was done quickly. Devin is wonderful to work with! Meineke took my car in when the check engine light came on. Unfortunately my warranty company was a pain to work with but the staff were all very kind and patient with the process. I was also lucky to drive a loaner vehicle during the time they had my car in the shop. Even though my car wasn't entirely worth fixing I was able to get it fixed enough to be traded in. Thanks again!

Response from the owner · 5 months ago

Hi Angelique, thank you so much for the positive review! We're glad you had a great experience. We're grateful you chose to bring us your business, and if you ever need our services again, we'll be happy to see you.

Roger VondrasekLocal Guide · 35 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Roger has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Had a service warning come up, went in hoping to get it checked out in the next week and they had it fixed that day.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Steering & suspension repair, Service not listed
Response from the owner · 10 months ago

Thanks for the positive feedback, Roger. We're happy to hear you had a great experience!

Naijah Shields7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Naijah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I was having an issue with my car shutting off and wasn't sure what the issue was. After trying 3 different places Meineke was able to diagnose the problem and fix the issue that I was having. I have since driven my car well over 1000 miles with no issues. I did not have an appointment, and I was able to get my car fixed within about 2-3 hours. 10/10 HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Response from the owner · 4 weeks ago

Thanks for the feedback, Naijah. We're glad we could finally get to the bottom of why your car was shutting off after you'd been to other shops. It's great to hear that our team was able to diagnose and fix the issue for you in just a couple of hours without an appointment. We're happy to know you've put over 1000 miles on the car since then without any trouble at all. We appreciate the recommendation and look forward to seeing you again!

Shanna2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Shanna has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The entire team was very respectful and helpful! I would recommend them to all my friends and family

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Oil change
Response from the owner · 4 weeks ago

Thanks for the kind words, Shanna! We're glad our team could be helpful and respectful during your visit. We appreciate the recommendation!

Laura Williams11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Laura has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Had my brakes done, no issues, prompt, wonderful communication, would definitely recommend.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Brakes
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thanks for the review, Laura! We're glad our communication and brake service met your expectations.

John Thompson7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews John has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

They got me in and out on a Friday afternoon, so I could have my car for the weekend,

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Electrical repair
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thanks for the five-star rating, John!

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