Welcome to Gary's First Class Car Care
Premium Automotive Service in Excelsior, MN
If you’re looking for auto repair in Excelsior, MN, you’ve found us. Here at Gary's First Class Car Care we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a Excelsior car service you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
Our professional automotive service offers you years of combined expertise from our well-trained technicians. We treat our auto repair professionals well because we value their skill and can-do attitude. We know our team sets us apart, saving you time and money, not to mention worry. When it comes to auto repair in Excelsior, we are totally confident that Gary's First Class Car Care is the best option in town!
Gary's First Class Car Care
366 MN-7
Excelsior, MN 55331-3039
(952) 401-6211
Mon-Thu: 7:30am-5pm
Friday: 7:30am-4:30pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
Gary's First Class Car Care
366 MN-7
Excelsior, MN 55331-3039
(952) 401-6211
Mon-Thu: 7:30am-5pm
Friday: 7:30am-4:30pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
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Why Choose Gary's First Class Car Care
For years Gary's First Class Car Care has been there for the people of Excelsior. We love what we do, and that basic fact fuels our business. We are dedicated to our customers, and that’s why they stick with us—the best auto repair Excelsior has to offer.
Gary's First Class Car Care was founded on the basic idea that everyone deserves respect. It is our mission to treat each person that comes through our door with dignity and sensitivity. We believe this attention to detail has paid off by providing us with our loyal, friendly family of customers. That’s what makes Gary's First Class Car Care the best car service in Excelsior!
- 24 Month/24,000 Mile Warranty
- Warranty on Brake Pads & Shoes
- Trained Automotive Technicians
- Serving Excelsior, MN since 1999
The Absolute Best Car Service in Excelsior, MN
What sets Gary's First Class Car Care apart from all of the others in Excelsior, MN?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Excelsior, MN, it’s all about earning loyalty and trust by doing our very best every day. We are determined to earn and keep your trust.
Talent: At Gary's First Class Car Care, you can rest easy knowing that our highly-skilled, experienced auto service professionals are handling your car. Our technicians bring years of experience, skill, and education to the Excelsior auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in Excelsior, MN, and we take the time to talk to you about what that means. We listen to you so we understand your needs and goals for your auto repair.
Recently Serviced Vehicles
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2015 Mercedes-Benz ML400
Mileage51,502Service Date10/2/2026Services Performed- WARRANTY BATTERY FAILED WHEN HOT
KATHY H. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/2/2026 -
2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Mileage28,120Service Date9/29/2026Services Performed- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Preform basic safety inspection.
- ROTATE TIRES AND RE-LEARN TPMS POSITIONS
DAVE F. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/30/2026 -
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan
Mileage165,495Service Date9/29/2026Services Performed- CHECK BRAKES NOTED GRINDING
- REPLACE FRONT BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS. CLEAN/LUBRICATE SLIDE PINS AND CHANNELS.
- FLUSH BRAKE FLUID
STEVE & LESLEY S. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/29/2026 -
2005 Chrysler Crossfire
Mileage49,806Service Date9/24/2026Services Performed- MAIN RAMS ARE CONTINUING TO LEAK OPTION TO REPLACE MAIN RAMS OR ENTIRE KIT
- REPLACE ALL CONVERTIBLE TOP HYDRAULIC RAMS BLEED SYSTEM
- SHIPPING
JIM G. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/24/2026 -
2014 Jeep Cherokee
Mileage142,200Service Date9/11/2026Services Performed- R&R DRIVERS HEADLIGHT
TONY S. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/12/2026 -
2014 Lincoln MKZ
Mileage114,224Service Date9/11/2026Services Performed- WAS TOLD DRIVERS LOWER CONTROL ARM AND INNER AND OUTER NEED REPLACEMENT. TIE RODS CONFIRMED TO HAVE PLAY. CONTROL ARM HAS NO NEED FOR REPLACEMENT AT THIS TIME. WE HAVE NOTED RIGHT REAR SHOCK MOUNT IS BROKEN AND DRIVERS SWAY BAR LINK HAS SNAPPED.
- TIE ROD &/OR END – Remove & Replace – Inner, Left – [Includes: Adjust toe-in only. NOTE: Deduct .4 if alignment is also performed. NOTE: Manufacturer recommends removal of Rack and Pinion Steering Gear when replacing Inner Tie Rod End(s) on some models. I
- ALIGNMENT
- SHOCK &/OR STRUT ASSEMBLY – Remove & Install or Remove & Replace – Rear, One, w/Vehicle Dynamic Suspension – [Includes: Validation with use of Scan Tool.]
- REPLACE DRIVER SWAY BAR LINK
JULIE B. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/12/2026 -
2016 Jeep Wrangler
Mileage71,300Service Date8/31/2026Services Performed- ROTATE TIRES
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Preform basic safety inspection.
- AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID – Flush & Replace – [Includes: Confirm Fluid temperature for level check.]
- DIFFERENTIAL FLUID – Drain & Refill
- TRANSFER CASE FLUID – Drain & Refill
KEVIN S. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/15/2026 -
2014 Volkswagen Touareg
Mileage216,658Service Date8/7/2026Services Performed- CHECK STALLING COULD NOT RECREATE HAS CODES FOR SYSTEM LEAN BOTH BANKS HAS A CRANKCASE VENT ISSUE REQUIRES REPLACEMENT OF VALVE COVER EST $2300.
- CHECK AC BLOWING 45 DEGREES OUT OF VENTS AND PRESSURES ARE GOOD. FOUND EVAP DRAIN HOSE PLUGGED CLEAN OUT FLOWING NOW
DOUG E. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/2/2026 -
2020 Hyundai Palisade
Mileage109,995Service Date9/2/2026Services Performed- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Preform basic safety inspection.
WYATT B. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/2/2026 -
2008 Subaru Outback
Mileage155,687Service Date8/18/2026Services Performed- HEAVY OIL LEAKS ARE BURNING ON EXHAUST. CYLINDER HEAD GASKET LOOK TO BE CENTRALIZED LEAK SOURCE. P0302 STORED IN ECM FOR CYLINDER #2 MISFIRE NO ROUGH RUNNING WAS EXPERIENCED ON TEST DRIVE TODAY. MAY BE INTERMITTENT ISSUE. NEED TO DRIVE AND SEE IF CONCERN RE OCCURS. ABS LIGHT IS DUE TO TWO REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR VOLTAGE CODES. C0102C0103 LR AND RR. ADDITIONAL DIAGNOSTICS WILL BE NEEDED TO CONFIRM FAILURES. OVERALL VEHICLE IS IN OK SHAPE NEW BRAKE AND MANY NEW SUSPENSION COMPONENTS. REAR SWAY BAR LINK IS BROKEN AND DRIVER FROM SWAY BAR LINK IS LOOSE. LIKELY HEARING NOISE OVER BUMPS. TRANSMISSION OIL IS DARK AND 1 QT LOW. NOT A HUGE CONCERN AT THIS TIME DUE TO OTHER ISSUES AT HAND. TOPPED FLUID OFF
- DE-GREASE ENGINE BAY
CHARLIE W. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/27/2026 -
2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
Mileage240,496Service Date8/26/2026Services Performed- FEELS LIKE SLIGHT MISFIRE AT FIRST INSPECTION. REPLACED WITH OE PLUGS AND CONDITION DID NOT RESOLVE RE INSTALLED ORIGINAL PLUGS AND THROUGH MULTIPLE TEST DRIVE CONCLUDED SHUDDER IS IN TRANSMISSION. REMAN UNIT WOULD BE RECOMMENDED.
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Preform basic safety inspection.
BRAD F. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/26/2026 -
2018 GMC Sierra 1500
Mileage51,002Service Date8/7/2026Services Performed- P0307 MISFIRE CYLINDER #7 REMOVED VALVE COVER AND SPUN MOTOR OVER BY HAND AND NOTED NO RESPONSE FROM REARWARD ROCKER ARM/PUSHROD. ASSUMING COLLAPSED LIFTER ON SAME CYLINDER. OILING SYSTEM FAILURE WITHIN BLOCK HAS OCCURRED. ENGINE REPLACEMENT IS GOING TO BE NEEDED. CUSTOMER HAS OPTED FOR SHORT TERM REMEDY FIX.
- CYLINDER HEAD GASKET – Remove & Replace – V8, Gas Left – [Includes: Remove carbon and check surfaces for warpage. Includes adjust Valves (where applicable) and clean and adjust Spark Plugs.]
- REPLACE #7 FAILED LIFTER
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Preform basic safety inspection.
BOBBY K. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/19/2026
