Broke down with my Truck and Airstream in the Badlands SD . They towed me to Dave's Shop , hes on…read moreof the nicest and helpful people I've met. My truck was under warranty for GMC so Dave was not allowed to do the job,even though he let us keep the RV there for two nights gave me water and electric hook ups . I wound up buying a new truck David is a 10 in my book. Im heading back to NYC I told him if he's ever in town I would I accommodate him. thanks David

Would not go anywhere else. He's extremely reasonable and honest! Taken all my vehicles and does…read morefantastic work. Meineke quoted me 1700 for brakes, he got them done for under 1000. Live saver!!

New to town my daughter recommended me to Jeremy who treated me very well and is my new mechanic. I…read morerecommend him highly.

Travelling from MN on vacation with my wife. By the time we got to Rapid City my brake pads were…read moregone and were grinding metal on metal. I was very stressed not wanting to drive around Rushmore and Needles Hwy with no brake pads and figuring I wouldn't be able to get the van into a shop for at least a day or two. Also, not knowing the area I was worried about getting over charged because I was in a tight spot. I saw that CJ's had good reviews and opened earlier than any other shop. I was there at 720 the morning after getting to town. They got me in immediately and had my van fixed up with new pads and rotors in about an hour and for less than I paid at my usual shop back home! They saved our vacation! Friendly, fast and honest. Highly recommend. Thanks to all the guys at CJ's!

I was traveling around the Dakotas, exploring America, and I ran into problems with my car in Rapid…read moreCity, SD. I'm 600 miles from home, and I need help. I looked for a mechanic that worked on Volvos, and I found Thomas Auto Service. They were great! They were able to get me in that day, a Friday, diagnosis the problem, and get me running again. They did not have one of the computer chips on hand and could not get it till Monday - it was a Friday afternoon mind you - but they fixed me up enough, let me know what warning lights would stay on, and got me on my way. I feel I was treated very fairly and honestly. As an out of towner, who would probably never be back again, you worry about being taken advantage of by an unscrupulous mechanic. That was not the case here, at all. They were very honest, and the prices were very good (less than I was expecting, honestly), and it was quality work that allowed me to continue on my journey that day. I would recommend them without any reservations.

We were passing through Rapid City and suddenly our Sprinter wouldn't start reliably. The good…read morefolks at Thomas fit us in on a Friday afternoon and helped us figure out what was going on. After doing a very thorough job, they sent us off to a battery place that could do a more thorough test. Lane was friendly, professional and knowledgeable. Thomas auto service gave us excellent service! Oh, and then they didn't even charge us!

Great service! Quick and efficient. Matt even was kind enough to give me recommendations on where…read moreto get my window fixed locally. 5 star

I brought in a 2008 vehicle with 140,000 miles with the possibility of the piston rings leaking. I…read morepointed out the car originally had 5 w 20 oil as recommended oil but I wanted to go up to 5 W 30 to help seal the piston rings better as that model of car had a noted issue with piston rings. They get all done and present me with the ticket and it says 5 W 20. I look at the little window sticker and it also says 5 W 20. So did they do what I asked and mislabeled what they put in , or did they put in 5 W 20 as the recommended oil and blew me off as to what I wanted? Either way, how can I trust them? Fortunately they are not the only place in town.

Five stars! We had a great experience with this mobile mechanic. Our mechanic was professional,…read moreknowledgeable, and got the job done right at our location. I highly recommend this mobile mechanic to anyone in the Black Hills area who needs dependable auto service at a great price!

5 star service all day. Promptly came to our house for a repair on my truck that wound up being…read moreway more difficult than it should've been. Not at all his fault, was due to age and rust. Only bad thing I would suggest is getting a larger vehicle for more tools so no extra tool trips. Excellent job overall! Highly recommend.

I have had to have a car repaired when I was put of town, they handled it like pros. Had the driver…read morebring the car in ,they did the work, and called me to have it paid. No fuss, no muss. Ron has taught his technicians to do really good work. Yes,.my son works there, but that isnt the reason I like them. (OK, maybe one reason.) Ron doesnt let the guys slack down there, he truly believes the old saying " if you have time to lean, you have time to clean." He has pushed my son, and the other techs to improve their times and their proficiencies. I wont take my trucks anywhere else, and that will even be after my son leaves for the Army. They really are pros.​

Took car in at 9am appointment for cvi+ they kept car all day didn't look at it until 5 they looked…read moreat the things I requested but my coolant is still leaking and brakes are squeaking you'd think any decent shop would be able to at least identify those if they claim to do a pressure test and inspection??? amateurs.

I've been bringing my vehicles to this establishment for over 20 years…read more Expensive? Yes Worth it? ABSOLUTELY What I've learned over the last 20+ years with my association with Al's D&I, is that you can't fake integrity or quality. From the folks like John and Tony who help run the front office, to the mechanics and of course, Prescott, who helps provide the social lubrication between what's wrong and the path to repair, these gentlemen are all TOP NOTCH. While I could provide specific examples of how they have taken care of me over the years, I will invite you to experience it for yourselves. They OWN their work, both their successes and mistakes, and I won't spend my money anywhere else. Ever.

While on our road trip our car broke down and they were able to get us right in and immediately…read morefound the problem! They were extremely personable and made us feel very welcome. They did a great job explaining our options and helped us get the fastest and best solution so we could get back on the road. I would highly recommend! If you are from St. Louis and stranded in Rapid City this is the place for you!

Our truck was making very odd noises coming from the back end. We were half way home, creturning…read morefrom Chicago to the Seattle, WA, area. Did not want to lose additional days getting home. Mark's Auto got us in within minutes after I called. They immediately took it for a test drive, and diagnosed the problem shortly thereafter. Turns out a rear end seal was leaking, causing the truck rear end to slightly lower itself, allowing the heat shield to clang and bang on the drive shaft. They resolved the issue and discovered that the front end 4 wheel drive was not properly activating itself due to a faulty vacuum issue, and they resolved that as well. I was out by 10:00 am and on our way. I want to thank Dan for taking his time to explain the issues so I had full understanding of what was malfunctioning. Can't ask for more than that! We feel fortunate to have worked with Mark's auto and Dan! Now, on our way west! Thanks, Doug LeClair Anacortes, Wa 98221

I have an old Ford Expedition that is very sentimental to me because it was my oldest brother's…read morelast ride. It has been a reliable vehicle and Mark has been there every step of the way with correct diagnosis of a problem, reasonable prices, and great about getting it in and out for oil changes and other routine maintenance. I can't recommend him highly enough - especially when you have an older vehicle. He doesn't sell tires but his referral to Bargain Barn was right on! He just replaced my brakes and battery and was as thorough about replacing my duct-taped windshield wipers as he was with the larger repairs.

We were driving through Bear Country on the first leg of a major road trip when we heard strange…read morehonking noises from the front end of our CRV. Called several places in Rapid City to get it looked at at 4:30pm. No one could see us for several days except this great place! They found several things that they said had to be fixed or we'd not be able to get where we were going. They lent us a car(thank heavens!) and we spent the night and were able to tour around the area as planned. We picked up our car with the repairs completed sooner than expected. They found that some things weren't done correctly in Fort Collins when we had had it looked at and repaired before our trip. These folks were so nice, reasonable and fast that we were amazed! Wish that they were closer to CO since we would love to go to them for every car problem. Thank you Betty & team!

I needed my driver's door window regulator replaced in the middle of an epic journey with my son…read more I did not bring a drill to drill out the damn rivets ( thanks Ford ), and brought one that I bought to install for me. The job was done well, minus to greasy fingerprints all over the inside of my Van. A fair price was charged. Betty B and Eddie Boy were very friendly. I'd recommend going to Millstone to eat while you wait. I recommend this shop and would definitely return if I had the need. Good luck Betty to your grandchildren, and stay strong!!!

Great service while I waited and nice staff. I would tell my mother to come here for an oil change.read more

Attention all military and retired service members: If you're looking for fast, professional, and…read morereliable oil change service in Rapid City, look no further than Take 5 Oil Change at 803 Saint Patrick Street. Not only do they offer top-tier service, but they also proudly honor a 25% military discount--a meaningful gesture that doesn't go unnoticed by those of us who have served. I bring over 40 years of engineering and maintenance experience in the U.S. Navy, including 25 years of active duty and 15 years in government service working directly on U.S. Navy warships. When I say I know good maintenance practices, I mean it. While visiting my granddaughter (and by default, my daughter), the maintenance light came on. With my son-in-law out of town, I stepped in--something always seems to come up on the home front when the service member is away. I was grateful to be in town to take care of this, especially considering how often I wished someone had been there for my own family while I was deployed. From the moment I pulled in, the experience at Take 5 was top-notch. I was offered a complimentary bottle of water while Jacob walked me through each step. He verified the oil type, clearly explained the pricing, and ensured everything was fully transparent. The entire team operated like a well-oiled machine--thorough, professional, and in sync. They didn't just change the oil. They: * Replaced the air filter * Checked the wipers * Checked and adjusted tire pressure * Topped off all fluids What truly impressed me was their communication--loud, clear, and confident call-outs of each step and condition, followed by repeat-back confirmations. As someone who's spent decades in engineering, I appreciated the use of repeat-back procedures, a fundamental practice in high-stakes maintenance and operations. The final safety check was exceptional. Jacob verified: * Oil filter tightness * Drain plug secured * All fluids topped off Then, Denver, the lead mechanic, presented the dipstick for visual verification of the oil level and reviewed all completed maintenance before resetting the maintenance light. The quality assurance process at the end sealed the deal. It's rare to see that level of diligence and pride in work, and it reflects strong leadership and a commitment to doing the job right. I was thoroughly impressed and told my daughter she can trust them with her car. I would be proud to be the owner of this shop--and I'm proud to recommend it to anyone looking for honest, competent, and respectful vehicle maintenance. Take your vehicle to Take 5 Oil Change at 803 St. Patrick Street. You'll be glad you did and more importantly you will regret it if you don't