Looking ahead to Blaine. For now, find us at our Minneapolis shop.

Our relocation plans

We fix only
what you need.

Honest auto repair in Minneapolis since 2001. Clear answers, careful work, and a team that calls before repairs begin.

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Your car. Your questions. Our full attention.

Inside NorthSide Garage’s Minneapolis workshop, with vehicles in the service bays
Our shop. Our everyday work.Minneapolis, MN
NAPA AutoCare Center

Serving Minneapolis for 25 years.
Mon–Fri 8–6 · Sat 8–1

211 26th Ave N

Something’s different.
Let’s start there.

You don’t need to know the name of the repair. Tell us what you’re noticing, and we’ll help with the next step.

Let’s find the cause.

Tell us which light you see and how your vehicle is behaving. We can arrange an inspection and explain the findings before you decide on repairs.

Tell us about it

An inspection comes first. You approve the work.

From routine care
to the hard-to-find problem.

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Engine & diagnostics

Warning lights, engine concerns and computer diagnostics. Tell us what changed and when it happens.

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Brakes, tires & handling

Brake service, tires and rotations, suspension, and steering. Start with a conversation about what you are noticing.

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Electrical & starting

Electrical systems, batteries, starters and charging concerns.

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Heating & cooling

Air conditioning, cabin heating and engine cooling systems.

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Exhaust & fuel systems

Exhaust and fuel-system concerns, including unfamiliar noises and changes in how your vehicle runs.

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Everyday maintenance

Oil changes, tune-ups, belts, hoses, fluids and the routine care your vehicle needs.

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Experienced hands.
Straight answers.

Ahmed Basaid and the NorthSide Garage team have a simple way of working: explain what we find, talk through your options, and earn your trust with the work.

Engine assembly suspended in the NorthSide Garage workshop
Real work, from our Minneapolis service bays.

25 years in Minneapolis.
Still personal.

Since 2001, drivers have brought their everyday cars and difficult questions to the shop on 26th Avenue. We’re proud to be part of that routine.

As a NAPA AutoCare Center, we combine experienced, local care with quality parts and nationwide-backed warranties on qualifying repairs.

Backed nationwide

Qualifying repairs carry the NAPA AutoCare Peace of Mind Warranty: 24 months or 24,000 miles on parts and labor, whichever comes first, honored at 18,000+ NAPA AutoCare centers across the country. Ask us what applies to your vehicle.

We explain the findings.

Understand what needs attention and ask the questions that matter to you.

You approve the work.

We discuss the recommended repairs before getting started.

We keep it personal.

Speak with the team about your car, your timing, and your next visit.

Talk with our team

Trust is earned.
Here’s what it sounds like.

★★★★☆4.2from 155 Google reviews
“They flagged other issues but didn’t pressure me.”
Henry Susano
“This place will keep my business!”
Ann Kurnia
“Very honest and service-oriented.”
Dave Below

Excerpts from customer testimonials shared by NorthSide Garage.

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Let’s take care
of your next step.

Tell us what’s going on. We’ll contact you during business hours to discuss your vehicle and agree on a time.

(612) 522-4246

Prefer a conversation? Call the shop.

Come see us in Minneapolis.

211 26th Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55411
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Monday–Friday
8am–6pm
Saturday
8am–1pm
Sunday
Closed
info@northsidegarage.org

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