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Ness Auto Sales and Service

Auto repair shop · Windsor, WI · reviewed since 2013

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%91+49.6Reliability 24%93+22.5Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%82+5.8Experts Score= 92Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.92SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#203 of 809 auto repair shopsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 75%
4.9 ★★★★★ 495 Google reviews · 18 photos
92%five-star reviews
4.97★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0.5%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.
76%reviews answered by the owner
Nov 2026latest review

Ness Auto Sales and Service at a glance

Ness Auto Sales and Service holds a 4.9 rating from 495 reviews, with customers frequently citing prompt turnaround times, fair pricing, and clear communication regarding repairs. Common services include brake replacements, tire changes, and general maintenance, often accompanied by loaner vehicles or pickup assistance. However, negative reviews highlight concerns about overcharging, misdiagnosis of mechanical issues, and a lack of accountability when repairs fail to resolve the initial problem.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 495 reviews (92% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 495 Google reviews (356 with written comments, 6 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 76% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: November 9, 2026.
  • Service: Auto Repair Shop serving Windsor, Wisconsin.

Data from Google, last updated November 10, 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.

Satisfaction91Reliability93Craft & service100Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews82Satisfaction: 91 (median 87)Reliability: 93 (median 85)Craft & service: 100 (median 99)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 82 (median 58)
Ness Auto Sales and ServiceAuto 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.Ness Auto Sales and Service: 91/100 on this factor. Category median: 87.A
91
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.Ness Auto Sales and Service: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.A
93
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.Ness Auto Sales and Service: 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.Ness Auto Sales and Service: 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.Ness Auto Sales and Service: 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.Ness Auto Sales and Service: 82/100 on this factor. Category median: 58.A
82

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Star ratings

495 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars45792%
  • 4 stars255%
  • 3 stars51%
  • 2 stars10%
  • 1 star71%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 356 written reviews

  • Praise52897%
  • Complaints143%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price2634%
  • Reasonable4862%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure34%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude12122%
  • Speed & response11120%
  • Quality & results10820%
  • Price & value8415%
  • Would recommend407%
  • Communication397%
  • Honesty & trust397%

What customers talk about

We read 356 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Friendly and very Professional service that way exceeded any shop I’ve used before.”
  • “Got my car in right away and gave me a loaner to drive.”
  • “Ran into an issue with another brake component and Ness quickly found the required part and got the job done.”
    “These people are at best shoddy mechanics and liars and at worst scam artists and thieves.”
  • “They got us in right away, wonderful service, and reasonably priced!”
    “I've never been ripped off this bad by anyone in my life!”
  • “I highly recommend Ness Auto for all your vehicle repair & maintenance needs.”
  • “Spent time explaining the results of the diagnostics performed.”
  • “You folks are always reliable and responsive, and it’s greatly appreciated.”
    “*VERY SHADY* *BAD REPUTATION THROUGHOUT LODI*”

People customers mention

  • Lodi 10 reviews
  • Madison 7 reviews
  • Jason 6 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Ness Auto Sales and Service for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

Judy7 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Got my car in right away and gave me a loaner to drive. Car was fixed the same day, new front brakes work great and the service was excellent.

Great price
Marily4 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Thanks for the prompt service and quick turnaround on my vehicle repair! You folks are always reliable and responsive, and it’s greatly appreciated.

Reasonable priceBrakes
Erin2 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 weeks ago★★★★★

I recently found myself with my car overheating on the interstate on my way to Madison to tend to a sick kid in need of urgent care. I pulled off at the nearest exit and found my way to Ness. To say that I was impressed is a great understatement. They immediately jumped into action and gave me a personal escort to…

Kristal2 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 weeks ago★★★★★

I bought my Chevrolet Equinox from Ness Autosale, they also do all my maintenance. I could not get a better experience than what they give me. Affordable, easy, and fast!

Auto maintenanceOil change
Quadro2 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Emergency flat tire repair on Saturday had me back on the road within an hour to continue on a 100+ mile trip Excellent!

Great priceService not listed
Libby1 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 month ago★★★★★

Wonderful experience! We were driving through from out of town when we experienced a popped tire. They got us in right away, wonderful service, and reasonably priced! Would definitely continue to use them if we lived in the area!

Great priceAuto tire replacement

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 495 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Craig Roelke3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Craig has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Always great!

  • Services: General repairs & maintenance
Response from the owner · a year ago

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review, Craig! We are always happy to provide efficient and friendly service. See you next time!

Judy Maharaj7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Judy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Got my car in right away and gave me a loaner to drive. Car was fixed the same day, new front brakes work great and the service was excellent.

  • Price assessment: Great price
Response from the owner · a year ago

Thank you, Judy! We’re so glad we could get you back on the road quickly and save you some money too. Really appreciate you taking the time to share this!

Marily Crews4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Marily has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Thanks for the prompt service and quick turnaround on my vehicle repair! You folks are always reliable and responsive, and it’s greatly appreciated.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Brakes
Response from the owner · 2 years ago

Thank you, Marily! We're so glad to hear you had a positive experience with us and that you'll be coming back. We'll be here for all your auto needs.

Erin Vallazza2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Erin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I recently found myself with my car overheating on the interstate on my way to Madison to tend to a sick kid in need of urgent care. I pulled off at the nearest exit and found my way to Ness. To say that I was impressed is a great understatement. They immediately jumped into action and gave me a personal escort to my daughter’s dorm while keeping my car to work on. They then delivered my fixed car the next morning. Not only did they quickly diagnosed and fix my car, they tended to my personal needs as well. I will forever be grateful to them.

Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you, Erin! We’re grateful we could help during such a stressful day and get you safely back to your daughter.

Kristal Smith2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kristal has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I bought my Chevrolet Equinox from Ness Autosale, they also do all my maintenance. I could not get a better experience than what they give me. Affordable, easy, and fast!

  • Services: Auto maintenance, Oil change
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you, Kristal! We appreciate you trusting us with your Equinox for both purchase and maintenance. Glad we can keep it affordable, easy, and fast!

Quadro Fire2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Quadro has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Emergency flat tire repair on Saturday had me back on the road within an hour to continue on a 100+ mile trip Excellent!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you, Quadro Fire! Glad we could handle your emergency flat on Saturday and get you back on the road quickly for your long trip.

Tammy Dolphin8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tammy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great Service & Great Price!

Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thanks Tammy! We’re glad you received great service at a great price. We appreciate you choosing Ness Auto Sales and Service!

Libby Schmitt1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Libby has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Wonderful experience! We were driving through from out of town when we experienced a popped tire. They got us in right away, wonderful service, and reasonably priced! Would definitely continue to use them if we lived in the area!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Auto tire replacement
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you, Libby! We’re glad we could get you back on the road quickly with fair pricing. Safe travels, and we appreciate you stopping in!

Patricia Zarnikow7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Patricia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Efficient, thorough, in a timely manner.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Air & cabin filter replacement, Vehicle Inspection, Auto tire replacement
  • Services: Auto maintenance, Oil change, Tire rotations, Vehicle Inspection
Response from the owner · 4 years ago

Thank you for the review.

Gail Dartt4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Gail has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Service and cashier service very welcoming. Spent time explaining the results of the diagnostics performed. Certainly met customer needs.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Vehicle Inspection

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