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Kidwell Automotive

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4.9
(129 reviews)
Review highlights

"The staff here are wonder professionals and their prices are reasonable."

"Very professional people and quality service."

"Once the vehicle was delivered, the work was completed quickly."


Overview

Categories

Auto repair shop, Auto air conditioning service, Auto electrical service


Hours

Sunday

Closed

Monday

8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Tuesday

8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Wednesday

8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Thursday

8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Friday

8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Saturday

Closed


Description

At Kidwell Automotive, we’re a family-owned, full-service auto repair shop committed to delivering honest, high-quality work. Located in Indianapolis, IN, we specialize in reliable vehicle repairs and maintenance services tailored to your needs. From diagnostics and routine oil changes to brake repairs and engine work, our experienced technicians provide expert care to keep your vehicle running smoothly. We also offer personalized service, ensuring every customer feels valued and confident in their vehicle’s care. We take pride in our transparency, offering clear explanations and dependable solutions to build lasting trust with our customers. Visit Kidwell Automotive for top-notch service and experience the difference of family-driven care!


Reviews (38)

Feb 05, 2025

Awesome, quick intuitive solutions. Inexpensive and quickly completed the work. I’ll be back to get my next truck project completed by these guys.


Jan 06, 2025

Have used them for years on a variety of major in minor repairs, on a 2019 Chevy traverse, 2012 Cruze, 2019 Lexus, and 2013 Cadillac. These guys know their stuff are super friendly and communicate well which is important these days… On top of that they always do great work. They just recently repaired a car that we bought at a used dealership, which had a five day warranty guarantee on work that was needed and the entire invoice was covered by the insurance that we purchased, and there was no issue, it was smooth as it could be


Jan 06, 2025

I had an amazing experience, everyone I spoke with about my vehicle at Kidwell was extremely helpful, supportive, experienced, patient, very knowledgeable, and very friendly. I will definitely be taking my car to them for ANY future repairs. Take your car to them I promise you will not regret it.


Jan 06, 2025

The folks at Kidwell, all the way from the service writers to the mechanics, were quick to diagnose my problem, put together a quote, and schedule my service. Once the vehicle was delivered, the work was completed quickly. They also found another part to be failed, and completed repairs under warranty for me all in one go. Great service.


Dec 06, 2024

Electric, sensor problems. They fixed my car and are budget wise.


Dec 06, 2024

Great work and great prices


Dec 06, 2024

Ian, Chris, Justin, and really all the guys up there I encountered were great! (I just didn't catch their names) Professional, friendly, and timely. I am so thankful for the service and our vehicle being repaired! Thank you guys!


Dec 06, 2024

Justin, Chris, and team were great. I had some warranty company issues that were COMPLETELY outside of their control and they made sure to inform me of what was going on from their side of the repairs and what my realistic expectations should be. They are busy, but that’s a good sign, because a busy shop means excellent techs and a positive reputation. I thank them for taking care of my car repairs and for being the intermediary with my car warranty company.


Nov 06, 2024

Amazing customer service Fast and efficient response and repair


Nov 06, 2024

Chris and his team were truly fantastic. Battery was reading 100% but car kept needing a jump. They took the time to keep checking stuff and figured out the battery was dead. Didn’t take too long, great people and great price. Never going anywhere else


Nov 06, 2024

Excellent work and fair prices! Kidwell’s is the only place I take my vehicles.


Nov 06, 2024

Justin and his staff were all very kind, friendly and knowledgeable. Excellent service.


Oct 06, 2024

Great Work 👍🏻


Oct 06, 2024

The guys at Kidwell helped me out big time when I was driving across the country. They squeezed me in early on a Wednesday, diagnosed and replaced my starter in under two hours. Can’t recommend Kidwell enough. If I ever break down in Indy again, I know where to go.


Oct 06, 2024

The guys were great, very professional, very knowledgeable they were patient and kept me informed on what was going on. I would recommend them to anybody!!!!!!!


Oct 06, 2024

These guys are great! Honest, fair pricing, great communication and quick accurate repairs! T


Sep 06, 2024

And yet they have done it again , super fast service had my car back within a few hours and stayed after close just to finish it up , what a great group of people they must have like we are absolutely thrilled with their work and services . They never cease to amaze me!


Sep 06, 2024

Great fast service. I had a hitch installed and they did a great job. Very happy with coming to Kidwell, looking forward to bringing any future car problems to them and knowing things will get fixed with great service


Sep 06, 2024

Great place to get your car fixed Billy is one hell of a mechanic get you back on the road in a timely fashion inexpensive and just great work love this place very genuine guys!


Sep 06, 2024

Have done work for me in the past, also have upcoming work to be done. Look forward more great work.


Sep 06, 2024

I absolutely love these guys they are always super kind and the atmosphere is always relaxed and very welcoming. Never had a problem they couldn't fix! Highly recommended!!!!!


Sep 06, 2024

I am more than pleased with my total experience with Kidwell electric. I purchased a under the seat storage box from them only to have to return it a few days later due to getting rid of a truck it was going to be used in. They were more than happy to process the return and give me a full credit to my credit card. I recently purchased another truck and went back to them to purchase the same rear seat storage compartment. They still had the other one there and it was a very simple transaction. In addition to that, I had an electrical issue with a blower for my air conditioning and heater. They diagnosed it quickly and efficiently and within a couple of hours had the repair completed at below their original estimated cost. If you are in need of any of their services, and electrical or mechanical, I would strongly suggest that you talk to Chris there. Not only is he quite knowledgeable, but he is a great guy with which to work.


Sep 06, 2024

Kidwell Automotive provided excellent service on my Toyota Sienna. Repairs were completed promptly, and I appreciated the clear communication throughout the process. I highly recommend their services and will definitely be referring friends and family.


Sep 06, 2024

People that work there were friendly. They had my car for a couple weeks trying to run down a problem and had to order something from Ford, but during that time I was given updates. They were willing to tackle a problem that the local Ford dealership would not and the car runs great.


Sep 06, 2024

The staff here are wonder professionals and their prices are reasonable.


Sep 06, 2024

Would not recommend I dropped mt var off yesterday did a inspection pee the warranty company as the knuckle bushing needs replaced we already has another well known place full inspection with s full print out and pictures wr stayed there at that place while that was done Ling story short inwas late getting to kid well upon arriving I waited 2 get help I heardbsomeone finally say who the f is honking i said it's me they said pk well we will see you later I said what do you mean the guy said you have to drop your car off with nopne telling us had 2 hurry and and make arrangements for someone 2 pick me up as he saidbir wojldntake mkst of the day dealing with the warranty company that was around 11am it's the next day no call for updates about even picking my car up so I'm now about w call as my car has been there since 11 am yesterday and 2 my knowledge inwas supposed to be picking it up yesterdays ans they would submit there findinf to the warranty COmpany!!!! Don't recommend at all


Sep 06, 2024

Great shop i would recommend anyone here for awesome work


Aug 06, 2024

Justin and his guys are honest and know their stuff! Really fair price too highly recommend them. Anything you need done they will take good care of you.


Aug 06, 2024

Justin and his team were far beyond accommodating with the repairs and process for my grandparents vehicle. They were very informative, timely and willing to work with them. My grandfather said that the car now runs better than the day they got it and went above and beyond all expectations. Highly recommend and will def be sending more business and future repairs their way. Thank you all again!


Aug 06, 2024

Justin was awesome really helped me look into my new car. Highly recommend!!


Aug 06, 2024

They always take great care of me! My car has been a headache since I’ve gotten it, thankfully most has been under warranty. Justin and his team did everything from reaching out to the warranty company on different occasions and helping when we had an oil consumption issue. The only reason I’m not giving 5 is because they do have a hard time with communication. Even if they say they will call, just give them a shout because they might have forgotten.


Jul 06, 2024

Amazing work! Very thorough job. Kidwell Automotive has been my preferred mechanic for years.


Jul 06, 2024

Excellent service!! My definite go-to in Indy. Justin and his team are professionals!


Jul 06, 2024

Great service and great people. I would recommend this shop to anyone looking for fair and honest work. It is hard to find these kind of shops and mechanics these days. Thanks Justin and Chris for your honesty and hard work.


Jul 06, 2024

Sent my car to them due to fuel pump module issues. They were backed up which was understandable due to the hot humid weather. I would have given them 5 stars but I have low jack on my car and it sent a warning to my phone saying the top speed that the tech hit was 85 mph. I was not happy with that issue. But other than that I got it back in a timely fashion. I may still recommend people go up there for their automotive repairs. Just hope they make sure their techs don’t hot rod the customers cars. That’s the only issue I had and the only reason I give them 3 stars


Jun 06, 2024

Extremely helpful, fast, flexible, and knowledgeable! Empressed beyond words! This place is a gem!


Jun 06, 2024

Kidwell Automotive is my go to place. I wouldn’t dare go anywhere else. They do awesome work.


Jun 06, 2024

Kidwell is the place I am taking my vehicle for any repair. They are friendly and knowledgeable on what they do. Had rear main go bad during the sub temp. I called them and they gave me a fair price and a tow truck came and got it. After they fixed it and had a 1 year warranty. Saw some oil places 3 months later called and took it up there. It was a after market seal which they replace it factory seal at no charge because under warranty. They are great people to work with and highly recommend them. Clint