Olesen Auto Center, Inc
4.7 (45)
126 N Elm St, Avoca, IA 51521
(712) 343-6321
olesenautocenter.com
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Abby Plymale
3 months ago
I am always a little weary of buying a car because of the used car salesman stereotype, but I am so happy with my experience here! I never felt pressured, was always told up front about the quality, and was able to get everything done quickly. I was so impressed even my plates and insurance were taken care of for me making the process seamless! I also love that I can get my car serviced in town and can stop in to check small things quickly! Would always recommend!
Roxanne Plymale
3 months ago
The staff at Olesen s Auto Center has always been helpful and trust worthy! J has gone out of his way to help find tires for my car that I could afford and were happy with! I also have had new brakes put on my car! The service techs did a great job! If I don t have time to wait for my car to get serviced a ride home is always offered and my car is delivered to my home when service is complete! I feel so lucky to have this business locally!Roxanne Plymale
Jodi Aldous
4 weeks ago
The employees of this shop were wonderful! So personable, professional and helpful! I was going through town and had an issue and they helped me with the most amazing service! I highly recommend Olesen Auto!!!
Austin Burd
3 months ago
This place is absolutely horrible. I have never gone to these guys since I've lived in town since 2017. And today they proved again that I shouldn't use them. I just needed a little bit of air. I know that it was close to lunch time. But it is freezing cold outside and having it changes tire on the side of the road was a lot more work then 5 seconds of using an air hose. This guy is unbelievable.
carlyle anderson
3 months ago
Tina Quist is the office manager but she does so much more. Balance the books helps with car deals schedules appointments picks up and deliveries for customer vehicles runs for cars and parts to keep the service going. Does everything for everyone. She is one of the Rocks that lay the foundation for a great company. The other rocks is the mechanics and oil changers Ang the leader J Olesen
Dillan Hamilton
2 months ago
I never have to questions Jay's judgement. He's an honest man with solid integrity. He will always do what is in your best interest. He also does his best to make affordable decisions.
Darla Beidel
8 months ago
Amazing, good old fashioned service!! We blew a tire on the interstate 1,000+ miles from home. Thankfully we were able to get the spare on and immediately did a Google search for tire shops. Jeff answered and checked to see if he had what we needed in stock. We hopped back on the interstate and headed there. Even though it was an hour and a half before closing time on a Friday evening each and every one of their staff was friendly and helpful. They had the new tire mounted and balanced in no time and even helped switch the spare back out. This place was a God send for us, and it's nice to know that small businesses with excellent service still exist in small town America.
Ramsey Christopherson
a month ago
Olson Auto top notch! With whatever I need they always make it work and get the job done right. Very informative on the process and progress!
James Cumper
a month ago
Great people. Great service. Work done correctly at a fair price.
Mark Lander
11 months ago
I had tires/alignment and some general repairs done. Great service no up sell and folks were very easy to work with. Very responsive. I highly recommend using this Olesen auto center.Services: Tires, General repairs & maintenance, Wheel alignmentServices: Tires, General repairs & maintenance, Wheel alignment
James Coon
a month ago
Stopped by out of the blue with an issue. They diagnosed and had vehicle back on the road the next day
Amy Baldwin
a year ago
We were traveling and had a tire fail. They were willing to get us in right before closing and put on our spare so we could continue. Great people providing great service!Service: TiresService: Tires
John Klepper
3 years ago
Wow what a great experience! My RV had tires that were low and I needed a special adapter to add air to the dually tires. J at Olesen was there early so I didn't have to wait even though I didn't have a scheduled appointment, and this was on a Saturday. He had the adapter and added air right away so I could get back on the road without delay. Very friendly and also professional. Cannot recommend this family business highly enough, they are tremendous!Service: Tires
Kylie Stokes
11 months ago
Amazing service! We broke down outside of town heading home to Colorado. They were able to get us in first thing in the morning and had us back on the road by 1pm! Very thankful!
Iowa Boy
2 years ago
Battery light turns on so I came here. 3 hrs later after being told my part was 15 min away and apparently the guys in the shop working on their own vehicles were too busy to go get it I decided to leave. My advice... push your vehicle to Omaha. The experience will still be better.
Jerod Johnson
a year ago
My 2015 Super Duty had a traction control light on and it felt like the brakes were being applied. The techs scanned it and determined it had broken wires to two wheel sensors. They replaced a harness and ran a new wire to bypass another. It fixed the problem.Services: Electrical repair, General repairs & maintenanceServices: Electrical repair, General repairs & maintenance
Jay Dholakia
a year ago
I ran into car trouble during my cross country road trip and had to stop in the small town of Avoca at Olesen Auto Center! My car was sadly deemed undriveable but Jesse, Jay and the rest of the team helped make what could ve been a stressful experience, an incredibly PEACEFUL one.They helped me schedule a flight out of Omaha and Jay personally drove me to airport to make sure I made it on time. I ve never come across a company that is more caring for their customers than Olesen Auto Center! Thank you again for all of your help.
Russell York
6 months ago
Took care of us quickly. Fair prices good service. Highly recommend.
Total Home and Lawn
2 years ago
J the owner personally went out of his way not only to help me out but to ensure that I was taken care of and that I wasn t held up any longer than needed! I could write about 25 things that he did for me that he didn t have to!I own several businesses and I don t have time to wait on bs and red tape! He really came through for me when I know for a fact many other people and businesses would not have! Highly highly recommend using Olesen! Thank you sir!
Charles Bybee
3 years ago
I will never go anywhere else for work on my vechiles. Jesse at olsens has always gone above and beyond to help me with anything as little as squirrels chewing wires to a huge deer destroying the front of my jeep. Very reasonable pricing and over the top quality and customer services. I live 45 minutes away but still will go out of my way to use them. Give Jesse a call. You won't be disappointed!
natalie johnston
5 years ago
I was stranded hours away from home with a car that wouldn't start. I called Oleson, and they were very polite and friendly. A man that worked there named Jesse came to where I was and jumped my car for me so I could drive it to the shop. He fixed it right away. He saved me time and money and was very professional and kind. I highly recommend!
Jerrad Popp
6 months ago
Pick and delivery of vehicle and fixed my issues in a timely manner w a very fair price!Services: Steering & suspension repair, Electrical, Brakes, Oil changeServices: Steering & suspension repair, Electrical, Brakes, Oil change
Steve Sauvain
6 months ago
J and his crew always go above and beyond. What a blessing for a small community.
Ron Pauley
8 years ago
I bought a pre-owned truck from Jay Jr. what a delightful experiences it was. No sales pressure and got the truck I wanted for the price I wanted to pay. Plus they have a great service department to boot!Thanks Jay and Olesen's Auto Center!
Neil Paulsen
3 months ago
It's always a pleasure dealing with J and his team at Olesen's. I've had nothing but good results when they work on our vehicles, and I would recommend them to all who ask.Services: Tires, Steering & suspension repair, Wheel alignmentServices: Tires, Steering & suspension repair, Wheel alignment
David Flack
9 months ago
We have used Oleson s for many years now, and they always have served our needs with compassion and gratitudeServices: Air & cabin filter replacement, Exhaust, Tires, Auto battery replacement, Auto power window repair, Steering & suspension repair, Auto exhaust system repair, General repairs & maintenance, Steering & suspension replacement, Electrical, Tire rotations, Vehicle Inspection, Side view mirror repair, Wheel alignment, Brakes, Auto tire replacement, Wiper blade installation, Auto maintenance, Auto brake replacement, Battery, Oil changeServices: Air & cabin filter replacement, Exhaust, Tires, Auto battery replacement, Auto power window repair, Steering & suspension repair, Auto exhaust system repair, General repairs & maintenance, Steering & suspension replacement, Electrical, Tire rotations, Vehicle Inspection, Side view mirror repair, Wheel alignment, Brakes, Auto tire replacement, Wiper blade installation, Auto maintenance, Auto brake replacement, Battery, Oil change
Karen Rodriguez
5 months ago
Excellent service, quality, and integrity! Highly recommend!Services: General repairs & maintenance, Auto engine diagnosticServices: General repairs & maintenance, Auto engine diagnostic
Rob Downing
6 years ago
Awesome customer service, knowledgeable staff, all around AWESOME SHOP!! They really went out of there way to provide above and beyond automobile and tire service!! TOP NOTCH
Julie Martin
8 months ago
Always friendly service and always willing to listen and fix what needs fixed.Services: General repairs & maintenance, Wheel alignmentServices: General repairs & maintenance, Wheel alignment
Christian Birdsong
6 years ago
My heater went out on my way to work and they were kind enough to take their time to get it up and running asap so I could get out in good time.