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Auto Repair & Used Cars in Cedar Rapids

Just 30 minutes from Cedar Rapids

Serving Cedar Rapids Drivers

Top Gear Auto in Iowa City is just a quick 30-minute drive south on I-380 from Cedar Rapids. We regularly serve customers from across Linn County who make the trip for our competitive pricing, free diagnostics, and specialized engine work that’s hard to find closer to home.

Cedar Rapids is Iowa’s second-largest city, and while there are plenty of dealerships and chain shops along First Avenue and Blairs Ferry Road, many CR residents have discovered that the drive to Top Gear Auto pays for itself. Our used car prices are lower because we keep our overhead low, and our engine rebuild expertise means we can save vehicles that other shops would write off.

Whether you’re coming from the west side near Westdale Mall, downtown, or the Marion area, I-380 South brings you straight to Iowa City in about half an hour. Take the Highway 1 exit and you’re practically at our door on Willow Creek Drive.

We offer inspected used cars, engine rebuilds and swaps, transmission work, performance modifications, and everyday maintenance like oil changes and brake repair. Every job starts with a free diagnostic, and we offer warranty options on our repair work.

Address: 1630 Willow Creek Dr Suite 1 & 2, Iowa City, IA 52246 Phone: (319) 853-8861 Hours: Mon-Sat 9am-5:30pm, Sun 10am-3:30pm, Closed Fridays

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Top Gear Auto from Cedar Rapids?

We're about 28 miles south of Cedar Rapids, roughly a 30-minute drive straight down I-380. Many Cedar Rapids customers make the trip for our prices and quality of work.

Why do Cedar Rapids residents drive to Iowa City for car service?

Our free diagnostics, honest pricing, and specialization in engine rebuilds and European vehicles set us apart. Many customers tell us the short drive saves them hundreds compared to Cedar Rapids shop prices.

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We're about 28 miles from Cedar Rapids — roughly a 30-minute drive.

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Serving Cedar Rapids Drivers

Call us today or stop by for a free diagnostic. Just 30 minutes from Cedar Rapids.

Call Now — (319) 853-8861