Auto Repair Shop in Prior Lake, MN
Honest1 Auto Care Prior Lake is your one-stop shop for vehicle repairs
Your Local Honest1
Even if you're a seasoned technician yourself, fixing your car or truck is never fun. Luckily, the team at Honest1 can guide you through any vehicle repair. Our Roadworthy Experts™ are ready to tackle anything from diagnosing to fixing or replacing. With every visit, they arm you with the what, why, and what next—how car repairs should be.
What Drivers are Saying
Chelsea Johnson
The management and mechanics here are truly great to work with. They were honest from the very beginning and never tried to mislead or pressure me. They kept my vehicle safe and secure over the weekend while I was out of town, which gave me a lot of peace of mind. My car required a fairly high-end repair, and the Honest-1 team worked diligently to get everything taken care of. I really appreciate their transparency, professionalism, and hard work. Highly recommend!
Eric
Great service but pricing higher than other local shops. We had our car towed there since they offer a 10% discount to AAA members. The staff was very nice but their pricing was 30-50% higher than my normal shop. I figured that it would be similar but I guessed wrong. Overall good experience with service but pricing was high.
TheRotundx
Honest, reliable, and straight shooters. Has a really great experience with Will and crew. Diagnosed my issue and got me back on the road without trying to charge me for stuff I didn’t need. You earned a customer for life.
Stephen Wolfcale
I’m a retired engineer and have done many DIY auto repairs over the years. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve started relying more on professionals, and I was glad to find Honest-1 in Prior Lake. I’ve brought in my two older cars (a 2006 and a 1999), and both times they provided thorough, accurate assessments of the needed repairs. They clearly explained my options and the associated costs, which I really appreciated. I’m extremely happy with their work. They truly live up to the name “Honest” and...
Dana Eldridge
I went in to Honest-1 because my brand new rotors (done elsewhere) were making the most awful grinding noise. Turns out the previous person put already damaged calipers back on so it warped my new pads and rotors within a couple weeks. 🙄 Needless to say I needed a whole new brake job. They do a full extremely detailed inspection that has pictures and easy to understand explanations of which part does what and why it's important. They're not pushy at all regarding any other worn out parts...
Car repairs 101
Regular maintenance and a keen eye are the best ways to keep your ride Roadworthy™. However, knowing the signs and symptoms of common vehicle repairs can help you get ahead of expensive issues.
Look for leaks
- Yellowish-green, pastel blue, or fluorescent orange: Points to an overheating engine or a leaky cooling system.
- Dark brown or black: Could be an oil leak from a bad seal or gasket.
- Red: Might mean a transmission or power steering fluid leak.
- Clear: Likely condensation from your A/C and nothing to stress over.
Listen for trouble
- Squeal: Could be a loose or worn belt or brake system issue.
- Click: Probably the hardest to pin down; can mean a stuck valve lifter, low engine oil, brake issues, an axle issue, or something in your tire.
- Screech: May be a problem with your brake, wheel bearing, or drivetrain.
- Rumble: Often indicates worn drive-line components.
- Ping: Usually the result of using lower octane gas than recommended.
- Heavy Knocking: Might be a worn crankshaft or connecting rod bearings.
- Clunk: Possibly a loose shock absorber, suspension component, exhaust pipe, or motor mount.
Focus on the ride
- Trouble steering: Likely misaligned wheels or worn steering components.
- Pulling in one direction: The tendency to steer left or right could be due to under-inflated tires, a misaligned front end, or failed brake components.
- Rough ride and handling: Worn shock absorbers, suspension components, or improper tire inflation can affect cornering. A vehicle that bounces twice or more when pushed down hard at each wheel might need new shocks.
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