Dave & Pat Seydel Auto & Truck Offers Auto Repair Services You Can Count On!
Since 1973, Dave & Pat Seydel Auto & Truck has provided motorists in the Iowa City, IA 52240 area with comprehensive auto repair services that include 4x4 Services, Brakes, Car & Truck Care, Domestic Cars & Trucks, Electrical Services, Electronic Services, Engine & Transmission, Engine Maintenance, General Services, Heating and Cooling Services, Hoses, Import Cars & Trucks, Inspections and Emissions, Miscellaneous Services, Quick Lube Services, Tires, Towing, Transmission Services and Undercar Services. Our goal is to offer the best services available at affordable prices to get you back on the road in no time.
You'll be hard-pressed to find the same level of expertise that our auto mechanic specialists provide! We have years of experience working on both domestic and import vehicles of all makes and models and can work with you to find cost-effective repair and maintenance alternatives. For a high-performing vehicle, trust Dave & Pat Seydel Auto & Truck with your car, truck, or van. To learn more about the services we offer, please contact us by phone at 319-351-6805 or send us an email. We also invite you to learn more about our dedication to you, our valued customer.
Vehicle Tips
According to recent studies, 5 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities are clearly caused by automobile maintenance neglect.The cooling system should be completely flushed and refilled about every 24 months. The level, condition, and concentration of coolant should be checked. (A 50/50 mix of anti-freeze and water is usually recommended.)Never remove the radiator cap until the engine has thoroughly cooled. The tightness and condition of drive belts, clamps and hoses should be checked by a pro.Change your oil and oil filter as specified in your manual, or more often (every 3,000 miles) if you make frequent short jaunts, extended trips with lots of luggage or tow a trailer.Replace other filters (air, fuel, PCV, etc.) as recommended, or more often in dusty conditions. Get engine drivability problems (hard stops, rough idling, stalling, diminished power, etc.) corrected at a good shop.A dirty windshield causes eye fatigue and can pose a safety hazard. Replace worn blades and get plenty of windshield washer solvent.Have your tires rotated about every 5,000 miles. Check tire pressures once a month; let the tires cool down first. Don't forget your spare and be sure your jack is in good condition.Check your owner's manual to find out what fuel octane rating your car's engine needs then buy it.Keep your tires inflated to the proper levels. Under-inflated tires make it harder for your car to move down the road, which means your engine uses more fuel to maintain speed.Lighten the load. Heavier vehicles use more fuel, so clean out unnecessary weight in the passenger compartment or trunk before you hit the road.Use the A/C sparingly. The air conditioner puts extra load on the engine forcing more fuel to be used.Keep your windows closed. Wide-open windows, especially at highway speeds, increase aerodynamic drag and the result is up to a 10% decrease in fuel economy.Avoid long idling. If you anticipate being stopped for more than one minute, shut off the car. Contrary to popular belief, restarting the car uses less fuel than letting it idle.Stay within posted speed limits. The faster you drive, the more fuel you use. For example, driving at 65 miles per hour (mph) rather than 55 mph, increases fuel consumption by 20 percent.Use cruise control. Using cruise control on highway trips can help you maintain a constant speed and, in most cases, reduce your fuel consumption.Keep your engine tuned. A fouled spark plug or plugged/restricted fuel injector can reduce fuel efficiency as much as 30 percent.Inspect the engine's belts regularly. Look for cracks or missing sections or segments. Worn belts will affect the engine performance.Have the fuel filter changed every 10,000 miles to prevent rust, dirt and other impurities from entering the fuel system.Change the transmission fluid and filter every 15,000 to 18,000 miles. This will protect the precision-crafted components of the transmission/transaxle.Inspect the suspension system regularly. This will extend the life of the vehicle's tires.
What People Say About Us
Awesome, fair, friendly, thorough service. I'm a solo female Class B RV driver and could not be happier with the service I found here. I learned a lot too! Highly recommend.
The Seydels helped us with our car this week. They were most helpful and friendly to a couple of old retirees. We appreciated their honesty and patience in working with us. Pat was very prompt in responding to our questions, and the secretary was especially nice to us.
Really nice people and decent folks, won't rip you off, save you money while doing a great job. Patiently explain what is going on with your car. They are friends! I was with them for years, and I never had any problems. I received only help from them. Thank you Pat!
When an auto repair business has been around since the 70s, you would tend to believe that they are doing something right. I think I even took my '67 Mustang there back in the day. I recently rediscovered them after spending years returning to the dealership where I bought my last few cars. I wanted a trusted second opinion on some expensive repairs and that's what I got. Father and son were very helpful and honest about the situation and my options and... yes... well below the dealership price for the same (unnecessary at this time) repairs. Plus they found something crucial that the dealership never looked at.No fancy trimmings, no free car wash or doughnuts... just service with a smile, a nice garage and a long time family owned business.
No BS, just exceptional service by people who know what they're doing. Dave and Pat have helped me out in difficult situations countless times over the last 20 years. I'm moving soon and know I won't find anything like them where I'm going.
Honest, skilled, fair price! We've been taking our vehicles here for years! Dave and Pat always give us the honest report on what I need (and what looks like it might go bad in the future). Usually they are able to get us in within a few days and have turn around as well, often getting the whole job done the same day.
I have been going here for the past 20+ years for car service, and I have never had a problem with any of the service they have done for me. They have taken care of my family's cars for years before I started to drive. Dave and Pat are very honest people who will not bs you on what needs to be done and the fixes that are being done. They may not be the cheapest place in town, but hey do you want cheap and redo it a half dozen times, or do you want it done right the first time. This shop is also a very good place to have a car checked for purchase. They also do a full car checkover each and every time they do an oil change, so they will catch something that you may not yet be seeing, so you can be ready for it and get it fixed.
I dealt with Pat long distance on behalf of my daughter and couldn't be happier. Her Toyota had an unusual squealing noise under the hood which was initially diagnosed by Toyota of Iowa City as a bad a/c compressor. Feeling a second opinion was in order, I called Seydels and spoke with Pat who said to get the car to him so they could diagnose the noise, which we did. They found to noise not to be the a/c compressor, rather from the timing belt area. A discussion led to giving them the job, which was just completed today. They installed a timing belt kit, which included the belt, idler pulley, tensioner pulley and water pump. A bad bearing in one of the pulleys created the squealing noise, and the car now runs as quiet as new. My daughter was treated respectfully and given a ride home when she dropped the car off, and was picked up today when it was ready. These guys will get my business again as necessary, and they deserve consideration for yours too.
I rarely take my cars to a mechanic, but when I do I know I can trust Dave Seydel. Top notch customer service. They really know what they are doing when it comes to troubleshooting and diagnosing.
I recently had a dent on my front right bumper, and I was looking up places to do a quick fix - to see if the dent can be popped out rather than get a whole new bumper. I found Dave & Pat Seydel on Google, then stopped by. My dent was popped back out with minor scratches, and they only charged me $75 for roughly three hours. The owners were super nice and friendly. When I walked in, I felt like I was walking into a small town auto shop with honest mechanics. I highly recommend this place.
Great people to work with.
I wouldn't take my car anywhere else. My parents have taken their cars here for decades, and I've trusted them with my cars, too. They tell you what absolutely has to be fixed--thanks to their comprehensive exam during even routine oil changes--and what can wait (or what could potentially be an issue down the road)--no BS or unnecessary work. They even looked at my current car before I bought it to confirm nothing was seriously wrong with it.
The best mechanics in town with the most reasonable prices. Highly recommended!
Honest, fair prices, prompt service. Been going to them for years.
Very excellent service. I had an issue with my starter, and it was done within a day. Thank you very much.
Great service, and they're affordable. The best part is they are honest about whether a car is worth fixing, or if you are better off retiring it and getting a new car.
Honest, and they do a good job.
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7:30AM - 5:00PM |
| Tuesday |
7:30AM - 5:00PM |
| Wednesday |
7:30AM - 5:00PM |
| Thursday |
7:30AM - 5:00PM |
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7:30AM - 5:00PM |
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Closed |
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