Tacoma's trusted auto shop since 2004
Honest repairs, done right the first time.
From oil changes to engine rebuilds, Ironside Auto Repair keeps your car running safe — with up-front pricing, ASE-certified techs, and a warranty in writing.
- ASE-Certified Technicians
- 24-Month / 24,000-Mile Warranty
- Free Written Estimates
- Most Repairs Same Day
What we do
Services & up-front pricing
Real prices, no surprises. Every job starts with a free written estimate you approve before we touch your car.
Oil & Filter Change
Full-synthetic or conventional oil plus a 21-point safety inspection.
$49
Brake Repair
Pads, rotors, and fresh fluid for safe, quiet, confident stopping.
From $189
Check-Engine Diagnostics
We pull the codes and explain in plain English what's actually wrong.
$89
Tire Mounting & Balance
New tires, rotations, and pressure checks to keep you gripping the road.
From $25/tire
A/C Service & Recharge
Leak check, evacuate, and recharge so you're cold again before summer.
$129
Battery & Electrical
Battery testing and replacement, alternators, and starters.
From $149
Transmission Service
Fluid flush and diagnostics for smooth, reliable shifting.
From $199
Pre-Purchase Inspection
Buying used? Know exactly what you're getting before you sign.
$99
Don't see what you need? Ask us — we do it all.
Why Ironside
Family-owned. No surprises. No upsells.
Ironside Auto Repair has been keeping Tacoma drivers on the road since 2004. We started as a two-bay shop with one rule: treat every car like it belongs to our own family — and tell people the truth, even when it costs us a sale.
Our ASE-certified techs walk you through every repair with photos and a written estimate before any wrench turns. You'll never pay for work you didn't approve, and every repair is backed by our 24-month warranty.
- 20+
- Years in business
- 30,000+
- Cars serviced
- 4.9★
- Average review
In the shop
The work, up close
Reviews
Tacoma keeps coming back
“Took my truck in for brakes expecting the usual runaround. They showed me the worn pads, gave me a fair price, and had it done by lunch. I'm not going anywhere else.”
Marcus T.
Tacoma, WA
“Honest is the word. They could've sold me a new alternator but found a loose connection and barely charged me. That kind of trust is rare these days.”
Rae L.
Customer since 2016
“My check-engine light had three other shops stumped. Ironside found it in twenty minutes and explained it so I actually understood. Friendly, fast, fair.”
Danielle P.
University Place
Visit us
Hours & location
- Monday – Friday
- 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday
- 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Ironside Auto Repair
1840 Pacific Ave
Tacoma, WA 98402
Corner of Pacific & S 19th, next to the Shell station
Book it
Get your free estimate
Tell us what's going on and we'll call you back within one business hour with a straight answer and a fair price.
Or call now — (253) 555-0142