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Dave's Garage

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4.9
(1,851 Reviews)
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About

Dave's Garage has been in the community for 58 years. We specialize in engine diagnostics, suspension and steering repair. Along with having the most up to date diagnostic equipment and alignment equipment available, we also specialize in major and minor repair on light trucks, domestic and foreign cars. Dave's Garage has been in the community for 58 years. We specialize in engine diagnostics, suspension and steering repair. Along with having the most up to date diagnostic equipment and alignment equipment available, we also specialize in major and minor repair on light trucks, domestic and foreign cars.

Categories
Auto Maintenance, Car Maintenance, Auto Repair
Contact
(574) 291-4561

Business Hours

Mon
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tue
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wed
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thu
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Fri
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sat
closed
Sun
closed
* Eastern Time (Us & Canada)
2900 S Main St South Bend, IN 46614-1024
Dave's Garage's Reviews
Overall Rating 4.9/5Overall Rating 4.9/5Overall Rating 4.9/5Overall Rating 4.9/5Overall Rating 4.9/5
4.9
(1,851 Reviews)

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Zach P.
South Bend, IN
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03/26/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Great Brake Repair - No BS
Dropped my car off the day before. Picked it up the next day after work with no issues. Good price.

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Jeff F.
South Bend, IN
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03/24/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Brakes system redone
Very good job and fair!

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Mark B.
South Bend, IN
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03/15/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
8
Car in the shop
Except service. And clean environment job was on point. Overall good 😊 job on my car 🚘

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Lynn O.
North Liberty, IN
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03/12/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Great and quick service!!!
Daves mechanic went out of his way to complete a job quickly despite running into obstacles. I was under a tight frame and that helped me so much. Thank you!!
Bob E. from Dave's Garage responded on 03/17/2025 01:18 PM

We appreciate your positive feedback regarding the service you received. It's great to hear that our mechanic was able to address your needs promptly and navigate through obstacles to complete the job. We understand how important it is to manage time effectively, especially under pressure, and we're glad we could assist you. Your support means a lot to us.


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Bubba P.
South Bend, IN
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03/05/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Awesome service EVERY time!!!!
Thanks Dave’s garage for your continued awesome service!!
Bob E. from Dave's Garage responded on 03/05/2025 12:56 PM

We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that you have consistently received excellent service at Dave's Garage. Our team strives to provide the best experience possible, and your acknowledgment motivates us to continue delivering quality work. We look forward to serving you again.


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Sheryl G.
South Bend, IN
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02/28/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Patience is a virtue!
I know very little about cars. Even less about car “frames”! They took the time to show me and explain, in plain English, what was going on with my car. Love these guys and would highly recommend them to all!!
Bob E. from Dave's Garage responded on 03/03/2025 01:52 PM

We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that our team took the time to explain the details about your car in a way that was easy to understand. It is important to us that our customers feel informed and confident in the service they receive. Recommendations mean a lot to us, and we strive to maintain that level of communication and care with everyone who comes through our doors. Thank you for choosing us for your automotive needs.


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Rod R.
South Bend, IN
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02/26/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
9
Reliable
Repair made in timely manner
Bob E. from Dave's Garage responded on 02/27/2025 01:49 PM

We appreciate your feedback regarding the timely manner in which your repair was completed. Ensuring efficiency while maintaining quality is a priority for us. Your support reinforces our commitment to providing reliable service to our customers. Thank you for choosing us for your repair needs.


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Dennis N.
South Bend, IN
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02/25/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Excellent
I just moved to the area and was looking for a place to take my Lexus. This place just happens to be around the corner from where I live and had good reviews. Long story short I called on Friday dropped it off Sunday they looked at it Monday and now it’s Tuesday and I have it back they have done a great job
Bob E. from Dave's Garage responded on 02/26/2025 12:38 PM

We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that you had a positive experience with us. It's great to know that our location and reviews played a part in your decision. Providing efficient and quality service for your Lexus is our priority, and we are pleased to have met your expectations. If there’s anything else you need in the future, feel free to reach out.


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Shamika T.
South Bend, IN
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02/20/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Great customer service
Great business. Thanks for your help.
Bob E. from Dave's Garage responded on 02/21/2025 04:38 AM

We appreciate your feedback and are pleased to hear that you found our services helpful. Your support means a lot to us, and we strive to maintain a high standard of service for all our customers.


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Jeff F.
South Bend, IN
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02/18/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Awesome job! Fair price and very knowledgeable
Great place!
Bob E. from Dave's Garage responded on 02/19/2025 12:56 PM

We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear you had a positive experience. Your support means a lot to us and we will be here for any future automotive repair needs.

Bob and Jen Early
Owners
574-291-4561


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Ben C.
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02/10/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Fixed Battery
Amazing and quick service! Dave’s Garage was able to fix my car same day with a tow truck and battery replacement. Would recommend.
Bob E. from Dave's Garage responded on 02/11/2025 12:48 PM

We appreciate your positive feedback regarding the service you received. It's great to hear that we were able to assist you promptly with the towing and battery replacement. Our team strives to provide efficient solutions to all our customers' needs, and your recommendation means a lot to us. Thank you for choosing us for your automotive needs.


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Lisa M.
South Bend, IN
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02/10/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Car fix
Thanks Zack and staff !!!
Bob E. from Dave's Garage responded on 02/11/2025 12:45 PM

We're pleased to hear that you had a positive experience with our team. Your appreciation for our staff is genuinely valued, and it motivates us to continue providing excellent service. 

Bob and Jen Early
Owners
574-291-4561


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Dave B.
South Bend, IN
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02/04/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Trustworthy car service
Always seem to do best by me as a customer. I trust them.
Bob E. from Dave's Garage responded on 02/05/2025 12:29 PM

We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that you feel taken care of as a customer. Trust is crucial in our industry, and it’s encouraging to know that our efforts have earned yours. We remain committed to providing you with the best service possible.


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01/30/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Service
The staff was very pleasant and knowledgeable about my car. They took car of my car on about an hour.
Bob E. from Dave's Garage responded on 01/30/2025 01:03 PM

We appreciate your feedback and are pleased to hear that our staff made a positive impression. It is important to us that our team is knowledgeable and efficient in servicing your vehicle. Your satisfaction with the service and the prompt attention to your car are valued, and we hope to maintain this standard in all future encounters. Thank you for choosing us for your automotive needs.


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Morris N.
South Bend, IN
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01/29/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
9
They were very efficient and professional.Friendly too.
Zach who worked on my car was professional and friendly.
Bob E. from Dave's Garage responded on 01/30/2025 01:07 PM

We appreciate your feedback regarding your experience with Zach. It is important to us that our customers receive professional and friendly service. Your comments reinforce our commitment to maintaining high standards in our workmanship and customer relations. If you have any further thoughts or recommendations, we are always open to hearing them.

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