Our Philosophy

Before starting Top Gear Autoworks I spent over 15 years in the automotive industry.  In these years I have seen many shops come and go due to issues of accountability, credibility, honesty or just plain poor business sense. Having worked in every aspect of the repair business from washing cars to managing the counter I see the importance of solid business ethics.  The finished product that you see at  Top Gear  begins with my employee's happiness, my vendor's trust and ends with a reasonable and fair price for our services and your satisfaction.  

What makes Top Gear different is that we don't just service vehicles - we build relationships.  Our goal (as is the goal of ANY business) is to make money but not at the expense of your trust.  My goal is not to make $1000 dollars on one repair but rather to save you thousands in many future repairs over the years.  This philosophy, I believe, will save you thousands and provide a profitable future for my employees, vendors and myself.

Granted ANYONE can build a website and stack it full of fantastical sayings and platitudes but we go a step further. Since accountability, honesty and straight-forwardness are the values that drive us we openly post direct links to the Better Business Bureau, vendors, car clubs and sponsors we work with as well as word-for-word accounts of our clients.           

P.S.   Please DO NOT be misled.  "Reasonable" and "Fair" are not the same as "Free" or "Cheap".  Without question Top Gear  is the best at what we do and we do it for a better price than ANYONE else out there.  You may find cheaper or even more expensive, but you will not find better. Treat your car with the respect it deserves - have it serviced correctly by knowledgeable people and in turn expect to pay those specialists an appropriate price for their time and knowledge.  If you went to the Doctor's office gasping for air and could not breathe you would feel more confidant knowing your doctor had a background in respiratory health.  After he had repaired what was at issue would you then haggle over his price?  Of course not and as surely as you need to breathe, your car needs us.

  

 

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Our Clients Words

I had a great experience with Top Gear.  My 1995 Range Rover had a wide range of electrical gremlins and parts that had gone bad. I tried other shops, but none had the expertise or the great customer care that assured that I was getting just what I needed at the price that made sense.

Phil saved me money over and over again by tracking down used parts, and the techs knew my vehicle.  I felt like I got great value for every hour of labor I paid for.

Count me a delighted customer.

-Andrew R. (Land Rover Range Rover)

St. Paul, MN

I love the guys at Top Gear.  They are nice, knowledgeable and honest!  They always explain things and actually show you what they need to do.  I've learned a lot from them and trust them implicitly.  I have been there 4 times and highly recommend their services!

-Laura N. (Jaguar S-Type)

Minneapolis, MN

 

 

 

While some of Dave's clients are obviously wealthy individuals, Dave will work with any car owners and treat them with great respect.  It is obvious after meeting him that he does not care about the size of your wallet but the passion you have for your car.  His work is outstanding (unlike the local Jag dealership).  I just wish I had found his services earlier.  Thank You.

-Lionel C. (Jaguar XK8)

Inver Grove Heights, MN

 

  

I'm tired of having to pay other shops to learn how to fix my car.  I'm so glad I met someone who knows and understands my DeLorean.

-Tom S. (DeLorean DMC12)
Minneapolis, MN

 

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