What Our Customers Say
Welcome to American Imports,
your car service in Forest Lake, MN!
If you’re looking for auto repair in Forest Lake, MN, you’ve found us. Here at American Imports we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a Forest Lake car service you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
Here at American Imports we understand what makes customer service truly outstanding. You will feel the difference exceptional customer care makes when you work with us. We know auto repair in Forest Lake offers you lots of choices, and we aim to provide the kind of caring customer service that will bring you back.
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 Forest Lake, we are totally confident that American Imports is the best option in town!
Address
American Imports
322 19th St SW
Forest Lake, MN 55025
(651) 272-5455
Shop Hours
Mon-Fri : 7am-6pm
Sat-Sun : Closed
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About American Imports Forest Lake, MN
For years American Imports has been there for the people of Forest Lake, MN. 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 Forest Lake has to offer.
Our family of technicians and service staff sees their work here at American Imports as more than a job. It’s their vocation and livelihood. Each member of our team is invested in your satisfaction.
American Imports 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 American Imports the best car service in Forest Lake, MN!
Are you ready to experience the best Forest Lake, MN car service available? Please give us a call or make an appointment here.
The Absolute Best Car Service in Forest Lake, MN
What sets American Imports apart from all of the others in Forest Lake, MN?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Forest Lake, 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 American Imports, 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 Forest Lake auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in Forest Lake, 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
2005 Jeep Liberty
Mileage144,824Service Date11/4/2025Services Performed- REAR DISC BRAKE SERVICE: REMOVE BRAKE PADS AND HARDWARE. CLEAN ALL CALIPER CONTACT POINTS. INSTALL NEW BRAKE HARDWARE / SHIMS AND RE-LUBRICATE. REMOVE AND REPLACE OR TURN / RESURFACE REAR BRAKE ROTOR. CLEAN HUB MOUNTING CONTACT POINTS. INSTALL OEM ROTOR AND PADS AND ENSURE PROPER FUNCTIONALITY OF REAR BRAKES.
- ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELT – Remove & Replace – V6 – [Includes: Serpentine and V-Belt type Belt(s).]
- PRESSURE TESTED COOLING SYSTEM AND FOUND WATER PUMP LEAKING.
- WATER PUMP – Remove & Replace – V6
- SOLVENT-FREE RADIATOR SUPER CLEANER IS ADDED AND CIRCULATED THROUGH THE COOLING SYSTEM TO REMOVE RUST, SCALE AND OILY RESIDUE THAT CANNOT BE REMOVED BY EXCHANGING COOLANT ALONE
- TRANSMISSION OIL FILTER – Remove & Replace
JANELLE A. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/5/20252012 Chevrolet Silverado
Mileage222,178Service Date10/28/2025Services Performed- CHANGE OIL AND FILTER, LUBE CHASSIS & PERFORM MULTIPOINT INSPECTION, PROVIDE MAINTENANCE/HEALTH REPORT, RESET MAINTENANCE LIGHT
- TREAD DEPTH(S) LF /32NDS RF /32NDS LR /32NDS RR /32NDS BRAKE PAD THICKNESS LF MM RF MM LR MM RR MM
- FRONT DISC BRAKE SERVICE: REMOVE BRAKE PADS AND HARDWARE. CLEAN ALL CALIPER CONTACT POINTS. INSTALL NEW BRAKE HARDWARE / SHIMS AND RE-LUBRICATE. REMOVE AND REPLACE OR TURN / RESURFACE FRONT BRAKE ROTOR. CLEAN HUB MOUNTING CONTACT POINTS. INSTALL OEM ROTOR AND PADS AND ENSURE PROPER FUNCTIONALITY OF FRONT BRAKES.
- REAR BRAKE DRUM & SHOES- SERVICE AND/OR REPLACE
- STRUT ASSEMBLY – Remove & Replace, Front – 1500 Both
- SHOCK ABSORBER – Remove & Replace, Rear – Both
- Verify manufacturers alignment specifications and perform check of vehicle's current alignment angles / measurements. Verify any steering or suspension problems that may impact alignment.
- HELPS INCREASE FUEL ECONOMY AS WELL AS EXTEND THE LIFE OF DIFFERENTIAL AND IT COMPONENTS.
- 20% OFF SERVICE COUPON
TED W. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/28/20252017 Fiat 500X
Mileage53,435Service Date10/16/2025Services Performed- CABIN AIR FILTER – Remove & Replace
SUSAN F. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/26/20252009 Volkswagen Eos
Mileage123,108Service Date10/24/2025Services Performed- REMOVE ENGINE COVERINGS AND LOWER SHIELDS. REMOVE AND REPLACE OIL FILTER. DRAIN ENGINE OIL AND REFILL. PERFORM COMPLETE VEHICLE INSPECTION
- PRESSURIZED COOLANT SYSTEM AND FOUND LOWER HEATER HOSE TO HEATER CORE COUPLER LEAKING. CUSTOMER ADVISED AND APPROVED REPAIR. AFTER REPAIR COOLING SYSTEM WAS PRESSURE TESTED AGAIN TO CONFIRM NO MORE LEAKS AND AT THAT TIME UPPER HEATER HOUSE COUPLER FAILED AND BEGAIN LEAKING COOLANT.
- HEATER HOSE CONNECTOR
- 20% OFF LABOR, $50 MAX COUPON
KEN K. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/25/20252010 Ford Taurus
Mileage133,960Service Date10/9/2025Services Performed- FREE ROTATIONS FOR LIFE OF TIRES ****TIRE ROTATIONS MUST BE PERFORMED EVERY 6,000 – 8,000 MILES TO RETAIN TREAD LIFE WARRANTY AND AVOID EXCESSIVE AND PREMATURE TIRE WEAR****
- RECYCLE TIRE FEE
- TIRE ROAD HAZARD (4)- 3 YEAR NATION WIDE COVERAGE. CONTACT AMERICAN IMPORTS FOR WARRANTY INFORMATION OR CALL THE NUMBER LISTED ON WARRANTY PACKET PROVIDED AT TIME OF INSTALLATION
ISAIH B. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/23/20252014 Volkswagen Tiguan
Mileage120,839Service Date10/20/2025Services Performed- WATER PUMP – Remove & Replace – [Includes: R&I complete Pump Assembly and separate Housing (where necessary).]
- SOLVENT-FREE RADIATOR SUPER CLEANER IS ADDED AND CIRCULATED THROUGH THE COOLING SYSTEM TO REMOVE RUST, SCALE AND OILY RESIDUE THAT CANNOT BE REMOVED BY EXCHANGING COOLANT ALONE
- *ENGINE OIL CLEAN AND PROTECT* CHANGE OIL AND FILTER, LUBE CHASSIS & PERFORM 16PT INSPECTION
- 20% OFF SERVICE COUPON
JOSH K. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/22/20252019 Dodge Grand Caravan
Mileage92,945Service Date10/9/2025Services Performed- DISMOUNT TIRE AND INSTALL A PATCH PLUG OR PATCH. REMOUNT AND BALANCE. RECHECK FOR LEAKS
ART E. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/10/20252017 Chevrolet Impala
Mileage122,184Service Date10/8/2025Services Performed- CHANGE OIL AND FILTER, LUBE CHASSIS & PERFORM MULTIPOINT INSPECTION, PROVIDE MAINTENANCE/HEALTH REPORT, RESET MAINTENANCE LIGHT
- FREE ROTATIONS FOR LIFE OF TIRES ****TIRE ROTATIONS MUST BE PERFORMED EVERY 6,000 – 8,000 MILES TO RETAIN TREAD LIFE WARRANTY AND AVOID EXCESSIVE AND PREMATURE TIRE WEAR****
- RECYCLE TIRE FEE
- TIRE ROAD HAZARD (4)- 3 YEAR NATION WIDE COVERAGE. CONTACT AMERICAN IMPORTS FOR WARRANTY INFORMATION OR CALL THE NUMBER LISTED ON WARRANTY PACKET PROVIDED AT TIME OF INSTALLATION
- Inspect for loose or failing steering/suspension components. Reference manufacturers alignment specifications. Adjust to proper specifications. Test drive
- 20% OFF SERVICE COUPON
LAURA L. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/9/20252024 Honda CR-V
Mileage59,774Service Date10/2/2025Services Performed- CHANGE OIL AND FILTER, LUBE CHASSIS & PERFORM MULTIPOINT INSPECTION, PROVIDE MAINTENANCE/HEALTH REPORT, RESET MAINTENANCE LIGHT
COREY W. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/3/20252016 Toyota Camry
Mileage373,655Service Date9/23/2025Services Performed- Confirmed that vehicle did start however, battery service message was displayed. Further inspection found that battery was leaking and failed to meet rated specs. Additionally, technician checked alternator and starter condition and output- No starter issues found (excessive draw or drain present from starter). Verified alternator is not providing charging voltage to battery- Confirmed alternator connector has power and should be functioning. Possible that battery caused alternator failure or alteration overcharged and caused battery to boil and fail. Customer advised battery and alternator replacement is needed. Customer approved and based on complete vehicle inspection approved other mileage maintenance items as well.
- ALTERNATOR ASSEMBLY – Remove & Replace – Gas,In-Line4
- REMOVE BATTERY. CLEAN TERMINALS OF CORROSION AND ADD ANTI-CORROSIVE BATTERY TREATMENT. VERIFY BATTERY CONNECTION AND STARTING ABILITY.
- SPARK PLUGS – Remove & Replace – Gas,In-Line4
- CHANGE OIL AND FILTER, LUBE CHASSIS & PERFORM MULTIPOINT INSPECTION, PROVIDE MAINTENANCE/HEALTH REPORT, RESET MAINTENANCE LIGHT
- SOLVENT-FREE RADIATOR SUPER CLEANER IS ADDED AND CIRCULATED THROUGH THE COOLING SYSTEM TO REMOVE RUST, SCALE AND OILY RESIDUE THAT CANNOT BE REMOVED BY EXCHANGING COOLANT ALONE
- REMOVES CONTAMINANTS AND MOISTURE FROM YOUR BRAKE SYSTEM THAT CAN CAUSE BRAKE FAILURE.
- 20% OFF SERVICE COUPON
MOHAMED I. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/24/20252021 Audi A6 Quattro
Mileage33,964Service Date9/4/2025Services Performed- FREE ROTATIONS FOR LIFE OF TIRES ****TIRE ROTATIONS MUST BE PERFORMED EVERY 6,000 – 8,000 MILES TO RETAIN TREAD LIFE WARRANTY AND AVOID EXCESSIVE AND PREMATURE TIRE WEAR****
- RECYCLE TIRE FEE
- TIRE ROAD HAZARD (4)- 3 YEAR NATION WIDE COVERAGE. CONTACT AMERICAN IMPORTS FOR WARRANTY INFORMATION OR CALL THE NUMBER LISTED ON WARRANTY PACKET PROVIDED AT TIME OF INSTALLATION
- 20% OFF SERVICE COUPON
- Inspect for loose or failing steering/suspension components. Reference manufacturers alignment specifications. Adjust to proper specifications. Test drive
TERI P. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/4/20252012 Chevrolet Silverado
Mileage171,232Service Date8/21/2025Services Performed- CHANGE OIL AND FILTER, LUBE CHASSIS & PERFORM MULTIPOINT INSPECTION, PROVIDE MAINTENANCE/HEALTH REPORT, RESET MAINTENANCE LIGHT
- SPARK PLUGS – Remove & Replace – 1500,V8,Gas/Ethanol
- TRANSMISSION OIL PAN GASKET &/OR FILTER – Remove & Replace – 1500 w/Skid Plate
- THE OLD POWER STEERING FLUID IS REMOVED FROM THE RESERVOIR AND REPLACED WITH SOLVENT FREE CLEANER. REMOVES CONTAMINANTS FROM SYSTEM INCLUDING RACK AND PINION, PUMP AND LINES THAT DRAINING ALONE CAN NOT ACCOMPLISH
- REMOVES CONTAMINANTS AND MOISTURE FROM YOUR BRAKE SYSTEM THAT CAN CAUSE BRAKE FAILURE.
- SOLVENT-FREE RADIATOR SUPER CLEANER IS ADDED AND CIRCULATED THROUGH THE COOLING SYSTEM TO REMOVE RUST, SCALE AND OILY RESIDUE THAT CANNOT BE REMOVED BY EXCHANGING COOLANT ALONE
- HELPS INCREASE FUEL ECONOMY AS WELL AS EXTEND THE LIFE OF TRANSFER CASE AND IT COMPONENTS.
- DIFFERENTIAL FLUID – Drain & Refill – 4WD Front Axle
- DIFFERENTIAL FLUID – Drain & Refill – 1500 9.50" Diameter Ring Gear,14 Bolt Cover
- FRONT DISC BRAKE SERVICE: REMOVE BRAKE PADS AND HARDWARE. CLEAN ALL CALIPER CONTACT POINTS. INSTALL NEW BRAKE HARDWARE / SHIMS AND RE-LUBRICATE. REMOVE AND REPLACE OR TURN / RESURFACE FRONT BRAKE ROTOR. CLEAN HUB MOUNTING CONTACT POINTS. INSTALL OEM ROTOR AND PADS AND ENSURE PROPER FUNCTIONALITY OF FRONT BRAKES.
MARK P. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/22/2025
