Uptown Imports

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1423 Washington Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55411
I remember 1988, Over 30 years ago (Wow time flies when your having fun!) when the idea first hit me to open my own shop. I remember thinking how incredible it was going be having my own business. The idea seemed bigger than life itself. After all, instead of repairing cars at someone elses shop, Id have hundreds or even thousands of cars to repair and be responsible for.Kind of scary but what an awesome idea it turned out to be. And what an awesome job I have now! I get to help all of you maintain and improve the way your vehicles run. The way the shop helps you and your families indeed, the way it affects the quality and the essence of your lives.As I think about where the shop is today, how it got here and where its going. Im overcome with gratitude. I know that you cast one giant vote of confidence when you decide to place your vehicle in our hands. And each such decision helped make Uptown Imports what it is today, and what Im so incredibly thrilled to realize, where its going to be tomorrow! So today, thanks to you, Uptown Imports is truly a great company! I think of each of you as a partner and a friend.So from the bottom of my heart and everyone who works with me, Thank You!Cant Wait to Hear From You!John Shanderuk, Owner of Uptown Imports

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Shana W.
11/20/2011

Uptown Imports came recommended from a friend and I can see why. I made an appointment there to check out a used car before purchasing, and they spent about 2 hours going over every inch of the...

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Daniel M.
1/14/2023

I am going to post my complaint to the BBB, the owners response, and finally my rejection of his offer to make good on this transaction. Judge for yourself, but I'm sharing my story so not one...

Roland K.
12/7/2019

Nice and clean location and nice people. They work on all imports. The problem is that is is impossible for small shop to really have the expertise to work on all import brands and models....

Terry E.
9/30/2022

Never, never, never going to bring a car to this shop again. Where should I begin? I had an appointment for my 2017 Mercedes to have the sunroof assessed for damage due to an accident. Called for...

Linda W.
11/16/2018

Dishonest and disorganized! Took our Volvo in for a check engine light. Waited a day and a half to hear back on what was wrong. We never heard so I called. Gave him my email address 3 times but...

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