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For over 40 years Action Auto has provided honest and high quality auto repair work for South Minneapolis and the surrounding areas. We take pride in our reputation and treat each customer like family. Many of our customers have parents and grandparents who have been getting their vehicles fixed at Action Auto since our doors opened in 1975.

When you choose Action Auto you can expect your experience to be tailored specifically for you. All needed repairs will be explained clearly, to help you make an educated decision. You will be given a FREE LOANER CAR, (upon request and availability) so your auto repairs don't interrupt your day. Not only are we the trusted neighborhood repair shop, we have made, and continue to make contributions to our neighborhood.
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Kurt Spohn started Action Auto in 1975 after learning the auto repair business from both his father and grandfather, who also owned repair shops in south Minneapolis. We started as a small two bay shop and in 2002, expanded our building to almost three times its original size. Today, the shop is run by Kurt and his two sons, Jon and Clint.
At Action Auto we can service all makes and models, including hybrids! Whether you need an oil change, or have a problem with your brakes, exhaust, suspension, tires, engine, transmission, or anything else on your vehicle, we can get it fixed and get you back on the road! If you need a loaner car, just ask.
Here at Action Auto our goal is to provide honest and high quality full auto repair services. We do that by hiring only highly skilled and hard working technicians, who are friendly and principled. We have a first-class facility with the most up-to-date equipment and diagnostic tools. We have a friendly work environment and treat our employees and customers like family.
Reviews (17)
Chris Karow
Chris Karow
Aug 20, 2021
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The most honest, kind, and hard working shop I've ever had the pleasure of working with. 100% trust, honesty, and decency. I go out of my way to bring my car when I have any major repair.
Vann D.
Vann D.
Jul 21, 2021
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I've been a customer for almost two years and I really appreciate their attention to detail and safety. Manager Dustin and the staff is always very friendly, knowledgeable, and resourceful. I don't trust anyone else with my vehicle and I would definitely recommend them.
Lance Kinstner
Lance Kinstner
Jul 16, 2021
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I bring all my cars here. They're often busy, but it's worth it. I recently had a repair done here before a road trip, but then the part failed shortly after the repair. This place found a way to squeeze my car in and get the part replaced again before I had to leave for my trip. This shop seems honest and trustworthy, and they've proven they're fair and value their loyal customers.
Josh Brandt
Josh Brandt
May 06, 2021
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These guys were very responsive and respectful. Did one of the hardest jobs on my audi q7 (timing chain)and it's running great. Nice work guys. I may have found my goto shop
Theresa Quain
Theresa Quain
Apr 24, 2021
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This place is great. I drove here from Chicago and when I got here realized the grinding noise I had been ignoring was way worse and that the car needed urgent repair before I could drive home. These folks were polite and professional, communicated very well, offered a very reasonable price, and provided fast service. Highly recommended.
Ben Gavin
Ben Gavin
Feb 24, 2021
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Great team have worked with on multiple cars always open to help or recheck something and don’t bat an eye.
Caroline O'Halloran
Caroline O'Halloran
Feb 01, 2021
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I should have written this weeks ago! We are trying to utilize and support all of the wonderful local businesses Minneapolis has to offer. Action Auto Systems is no exception. Our car was in for a batter change, we decided it was time for new tires as well. Action called within hours with a quote for both as well as recommending breaks and rotors (which we new was coming). The quote was incredible and what we assumed we would be paying for the tires and battery alone! We had our car back in 36 hours (and were offered a loaner!)
Auto work can be so intimidating, not here. Kind, helpful, quick,
Amy Workman
Amy Workman
Sep 30, 2020
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Have only been once and had a great experience. They seemed really booked, but they got us in for an oil change that also turned into a mouse nest removal behind our cabin filter. So thankful that they found that. They knew we were leaving on a roadtrip and were (rightfully) concerned about our tires. They gave us a quote on all 4 with installation which was right on par with the best prices in town on really good tires, so did that too. Only took a couple days and let us use a courtesy loaner car. Excited to go back!
Sarah Mercury
Sarah Mercury
May 27, 2020
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I needed a new place to take my car in and this place was recommended to me. They are the BEST!! They fixed my AC and some oil problems I was having and did it very quickly. They were very trustworthy and honest with me when explaining about what was wrong with my car. I will come here for years and will keep telling everyone I know to also bring their cars here! You will not be disappointed! Great place!
Jessica Gottenborg
Jessica Gottenborg
Apr 02, 2020
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The only place I will ever go!! You can trust they have your best interest at heart. Great at communicating and they def have mastered customer service! You feel like you are their only customer that day. Oh and free loaner cars!!
Michael 'Fish' Kaye
Michael 'Fish' Kaye
Sep 29, 2018
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These guys are like family, I trust them 100% And they stand behind their work, if it's not exactly right they will make it right. Honesty & integrity = 5 stars
Claire Byerly
Claire Byerly
Jul 13, 2018
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I can’t say enough good things about Action Auto. They are always friendly, patient, accommodating and are never judgmental. They are transparent about when issues are safety versus nice-to-have. They are way more up-to-date with their technology than any local shops that I know of. You can schedule appointments online and they send email… reminders (that you can, of course, opt out of) that I find extremely helpful and not at all annoying. On top of all of that, all work that I have ever received outside of regular oil changes have ended up costing LESS than their original quote.
Karen Parady
Karen Parady
May 19, 2018
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I've always been hesitant to have people I do not know work on my vehicles. When I first met the youngest of the family and felt how genuine they were, I knew that they followed in their grandfather's footsteps. I have used their services only a couple of times, in the recent years, but have always been greeted as family amongst them. If you want… genuine, concerned, honest, non-greedy, diplomatic mechanics, with a heavy dose of -- down-to-earth, then I'd suggest you look no further. If however you want people to lie to you, overcharge you for work you did not agree to, or oversell jobs
Andrea Richgels
Andrea Richgels
May 11, 2018
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Sending all my customers here! They are meeting and exceeding my expectations. You will have customers for life. Love them like family. Cause they are mine. Thank you John and Clint for giving me a place i feel so comfortable sending my family to!
Carrie L. Agnew
Carrie L. Agnew
Oct 06, 2017
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Cannot day enough nice things about these guys. Always honest, fair and friendly.
Natasha Stenbock
Natasha Stenbock
Jul 27, 2017
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Thanks for making my old BMW headlight lens covers look new. They were so hazy before, night driving was sketchy.
Tyler Kisner
Tyler Kisner
Apr 27, 2017
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Great group of guys here that know there stuff!! Highly recommend them :)