Lancer Service Auto Care of St. Paul, MN has been providing over 30 years of dedicated auto repair quality and service for all types of domestic and imported vehicles. Our experience, factory trained technicians and up-to-date equipment will save you time and money. Our goal is simple, we continually provide the community and every customer with the very best service for their auto care needs.
Will never go anywhere else. Friendly and knowledgable staff. I've been coming to Lancers for several years now and have always been taken care of. They make solid recommendations for impending service requirements but are never pushy. One thing I particularly like is that the front office workers are in the same room as the waiting room- meaning if I have questions or concerns they're right there to talk to.
Will never go anywhere else. Friendly and knowledgable staff. I've been coming to Lancers for several years now and have always been taken care of. They make solid recommendations for impending service requirements but are never pushy. One thing I particularly like is that the front office workers are in the same room as the waiting room- meaning if I have questions or concerns they're right there to talk to.
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Originally named Lancer Shell, and located at 11th and Jackson, Lancer Service has been providing auto service and repair in downtown Saint Paul for over thirty years. In the late seventies, Lancer expanded to a larger building located at 10th and Jackson. With the move we stopped selling gas, focused entirely on automotive service and changed the name to Lancer Garage.
The main services performed at Lancer Service are mechanical automotive repair, maintenance and diagnostics. Specializing in all types of vehicle service, we professionally maintain your vehicle in an organized and personal manner. Our facility is designed to perform same day repairs and maintenance with an appointment.
We truly appreciate the opportunity to service your vehicle. Increasingly, new customers have told us they came to us because of our internet ratings and referrals from other satisfied customers. Internet ratings aid us in conveying the value message that Lancer Service strives for daily.
This in turn allows potential new customers to experience our level of service while keeping our advertising costs at a minimum thus increasing the value we can provide.If you are completely satisfied with the level of care and customer service you have received, please tell a friend or take a minute to rate us on one or more of the following links.
This in turn allows potential new customers to experience our level of service while keeping our advertising costs at a minimum thus increasing the value we can provide.If you are completely satisfied with the level of care and customer service you have received, please tell a friend or take a minute to rate us on one or more of the following links.
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Marie Webster
Dec 28, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Value
Friendly, thorough, and professional. Aaron was in touch with me through the whole process, and I appreciate that I am able to view photos of what they’re assessing online. It makes the whole process very transparent and honest. Quality work, I will definitely be back!
Services: Brakes, Transmission
Friendly, thorough, and professional. Aaron was in touch with me through the whole process, and I appreciate that I am able to view photos of what they’re assessing online. It makes the whole process very transparent and honest. Quality work, I will definitely be back!
Services: Brakes, Transmission
Tony Feldmeier
Dec 09, 2021
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Dylan Maki
Dec 03, 2021
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Amber Kidd
Oct 05, 2021
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Craig Giebel
Aug 30, 2021
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Casimir Sienkiewicz
Mar 23, 2021
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Jill Zimmer
Feb 07, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Value
Whether for myself or for my family, Lancer not only meets expectations, but exceeds in their overall approach to auto care. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and efficient. I highly recommend Lancer for all auto care needs, whether ongoing maintenance or repair work!
Services: Oil change, Tire change, Install new wiper blades
Whether for myself or for my family, Lancer not only meets expectations, but exceeds in their overall approach to auto care. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and efficient. I highly recommend Lancer for all auto care needs, whether ongoing maintenance or repair work!
Services: Oil change, Tire change, Install new wiper blades
Kyle Denver
Feb 05, 2021
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Great company! I had trouble with my battery not starting and they actually recommended using insurance first so it would save me money instead of sending someone out. Once I got it jumped, I brought it in for them to check and they charged the battery to full charge and told me that the battery still had a few years left on it, so I just needed to run it more. When I asked how much it would cost, they said that they wouldn't charge me for the services that day! They even followed up with a phone call and a hand written letter wanting to know how the car was doing and to offer their appreciation
Mena T.
Jan 21, 2021
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I have brought my truck into Lancers four times now. After driving across country to move to Minneapolis, I was in desperate need of a tune up. I saw the high reviews and I reached out immediately. They were happy to have my truck and took my concerns seriously. I even recommended them to my friends and roommates.
My last experience, however, was so poor that I will not be returning to Lancers despite their overall customer service. Heres the reason.
After my car was broken into and someone jammed the key ignition, my keys were unable to turn the ignition longer. On top of it, my TMPS light
My last experience, however, was so poor that I will not be returning to Lancers despite their overall customer service. Heres the reason.
After my car was broken into and someone jammed the key ignition, my keys were unable to turn the ignition longer. On top of it, my TMPS light
Paul V.
Mar 06, 2020
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Absolute best, I'm from out of town and had my oil pump go out on a newer model chevy. Its a 14 hour job and these guys stayed after hours to get me back on the road and did not price gouge me in fact I'd call them extremely reasonable. They have top tier techs the latest diagnostic software, a clean inviting environment and a honest as can be. They tried replacing the oil filter first to see if i was getting a false reading on my check engine light. I wouldn't take my truck anywhere else I wish I lived closer. Thanks guys!
Kate M.
Jun 11, 2018
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Hope G.
May 18, 2018
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After moving to st paul, I needed to find a mechanic near me that felt trustworthy and worth the money. Lancer is exactly that, I showed up this morning with a mess of a car and they got me all set in the same day. It feels like the kind of place that's run by mechanics who are into their job and not just punching the clock for some chain run place.
Repairs are always stressful and more than i want to pay, lol, but I left feeling like it was very fair and well done. I'll be back, for sure!
Repairs are always stressful and more than i want to pay, lol, but I left feeling like it was very fair and well done. I'll be back, for sure!
Kyira H.
Sep 17, 2017
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My partner is rotating in MN right now and had some unexpected break work that needed to be done quickly as he determined the car would not be safe for him or others to drive given what was going on. Not only was he GROSSLY overcharged ($550 AFTER using a coupon for 1 caliper, 1 rotor and set of brake pads on front (left and right)....parts are less than $200 and i have never, on any car I own, paid this much money for this kind of work) but he was treated with such absolute disrespect and disdain from the service manager. He talked down to my partner, showed no empathy for being caught in a difficult
Kathy W.
Jul 28, 2017
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This place is pretty great. First thing I have to admit is I'm a terrible car owner. I remember to get my oil changed (most of the time) and for the rest of my motto (what's a motto?) is that the lights will turn on when it's important. A couple weeks ago, the lights finally turned on. Well now I'm in a bind because Jiffy Lube is not a mechanic. I yelpped (of course) and talked to friends, and both recommend this place. Awesome possum. Take it in with a laundry list of things I've been saving up. It's an '08 so there were a number of them. Turn around
Alexis H.
May 13, 2017
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I took my old girl in to have her looked at. I was having issues with the car starting, so my mechanic suggested Lancer, since the work that needed to be done, they could not do. I called and spoke with Kevin and made an appt to drop her off. Convenient downtown location, since I work over by the Capitol. Unfortunately, Kevin called with bad news...they did an overall inspection and found other stuff that needed attention. And instead of trying to hustle me out of money (the repairs were more than what my car was worth, she is 12 yrs old), Kevin was extremely honest and upfront. And when I stopped
Jed B.
Dec 14, 2016
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I've been coming to Lancer since around 1994 I think. They kept my SAAB's running over the years so I saw them pretty regularly. :) Had a short stint with a Chevy van that came in to often as well. Now I'm only in for regular maintenance items on my Toyota's as they just don't need much for repair.
They always take the time to answer my questions and help me learn more about my cars as I do a lot of basic maintenance myself.
All the staff working there are highly qualified mechanics themselves, no rookies at this shop. You get what you pay for.
They always take the time to answer my questions and help me learn more about my cars as I do a lot of basic maintenance myself.
All the staff working there are highly qualified mechanics themselves, no rookies at this shop. You get what you pay for.
Andrea F.
Oct 17, 2016
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I had a great customer service experience here. Originally slated to do a double replacement of wheel bearings (per dealership), the staff determined only one bearing was faulty, kept in communication w each step and cost variance, and had my car done within a timeframe that was also communicated.
Pricing was consistent and staff was professional and personable. I will be a return client.
Pricing was consistent and staff was professional and personable. I will be a return client.
Rebecca H.
Aug 24, 2016
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Excellent service, repairs ranked in order of urgency, and they're honest about what you actually "need." I appreciated the fact that I didn't notice any difference in the way they spoke to me vs. male customers (many women will get why that's important--most of us have stories) and they get that most people can't just fork over ALL THE MONEY because they said so. They also discounted the labor on an urgent repair they discovered after they gave me a quote and I overheard them explain to a customer that his invoice was less than the quote because it took them less
David F.
Aug 24, 2016
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Nice people who do a great job. They have been in business for a long time and I can see why
I was impressed with the entire experience and I hate going to a garage as I know only a little about cars, so they can tell me just about anything, and I have to believe them. I can tell from the report I got that they are an honest shop, which I greatly appreciate
I would give them 5 stars, except I asked them to tell me the code associated with an engine light warning and they wanted to charge me 50 bucks or so. Their position is, if we do it, we do it completely, and that takes time. My position is
I was impressed with the entire experience and I hate going to a garage as I know only a little about cars, so they can tell me just about anything, and I have to believe them. I can tell from the report I got that they are an honest shop, which I greatly appreciate
I would give them 5 stars, except I asked them to tell me the code associated with an engine light warning and they wanted to charge me 50 bucks or so. Their position is, if we do it, we do it completely, and that takes time. My position is
Adam DeWenter
Jun 19, 2016
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This is one of the best business/services I've ever encountered! My car unexpectedly sputtered into Lancer an hour before they closed... they were able to get it into the shop in a matter of minutes, get the part I needed delivered AND had me back on the road the same night.
The 8 blend Keurig coffee bar was a nice perk, while waiting.
Thanks Lancer, I'll be coming back!
The 8 blend Keurig coffee bar was a nice perk, while waiting.
Thanks Lancer, I'll be coming back!
Dave M.
May 20, 2016
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For those that want the quick review, great friendly service. I brought my car from Hudson and would bring our other vehicles back as well.
Long version, I was looking for someone to tune my Corvette and all the recommended tuners were way on the other side of the cities. Way west side. Just by a chance meeting, I was recommended to Carl and Lancer. I called and talked to Carl. I explained what modifications I had done to the car and he suggested what should be done for the tune. The shop was in a easy to get to location and my car was stored inside overnight. I dropped the car off and Carl explained
Long version, I was looking for someone to tune my Corvette and all the recommended tuners were way on the other side of the cities. Way west side. Just by a chance meeting, I was recommended to Carl and Lancer. I called and talked to Carl. I explained what modifications I had done to the car and he suggested what should be done for the tune. The shop was in a easy to get to location and my car was stored inside overnight. I dropped the car off and Carl explained
Joe S.
Oct 23, 2015
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Will never go anywhere else. Friendly and knowledgable staff.
I've been coming to Lancers for several years now and have always been taken care of. They make solid recommendations for impending service requirements but are never pushy.
One thing I particularly like is that the front office workers are in the same room as the waiting room- meaning if I have questions or concerns they're right there to talk to.
I've been coming to Lancers for several years now and have always been taken care of. They make solid recommendations for impending service requirements but are never pushy.
One thing I particularly like is that the front office workers are in the same room as the waiting room- meaning if I have questions or concerns they're right there to talk to.