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WEST SIDE WRENCH
CAR CARE · HELENA, MT
West Side Wrench shop in Helena, Montana — white retro building with green pillars
BEST OF HELENA 2019 WINNER

HELENA'S MOST
TRUSTED
WRENCH.

Joe and Lance run a different kind of shop. Honest diagnostics. Fair prices. No upsell — ever. NAPA Auto Care Certified.

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4.9★
Google Rating
42+
5★ Reviews
2019
Best of Helena
NAPA
Certified
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WHAT WE FIX

FULL-SERVICE REPAIR.

Two BendPak lifts. One standard: done right.

Clean West Side Wrench shop bay with two BendPak lifts and red tool chests
INSIDE THE SHOP
2 BendPak Lifts. 0 Shortcuts.
Engine Repair & Rebuild
Full diagnostics, replacement, rebuilds.
Electrical & Check Engine
Sensor faults, wiring, OBD diagnostics.
Brake Services
Pads, rotors, calipers, full systems.
OEM Safety Inspections
Collision safety certs to OEM standards.
Shocks & Struts
Suspension restored for Montana roads.
Classic Car Specialist
Vintage vehicles treated with respect.
Oil, Lube & Filter
Right grade. Right interval. Right price.
A/C & Cooling System
Radiator, coolant flush, A/C recharge.
Timing Belts & Chains
Don't wait until it snaps.
Alignment
Straight and true for the long highways.
Not sure what's wrong?Let us figure it out
Joe and Lance, owners of West Side Wrench, smiling behind the front counter
WHO WE ARE

JOE & LANCE RUN A
DIFFERENT KIND
OF SHOP.

We're not here to find problems that don't exist. We're here to fix what's actually broken — and tell you honestly when something can wait. That's it.

  • Radical honesty — we'll tell you when it can wait, even when it costs us.
  • Clear pricing before we touch anything.
  • NAPA-certified parts with warranty backing.
  • Emergency-friendly — travelers welcome.
  • Helena's best price, backed by 42+ five-star reviews.

We're at 1031 Euclid Ave. Stop in or call (406) 996-1282.

REAL HELENA REVIEWS

42 REVIEWS.
4.9 STARS.
ZERO ASTERISKS.

Best of Helena 2019 award badge

"Best price in Helena for my new engine. Very clear on cost, fantastic communication. Will use them for any repairs."

— T.H.

"No upsell, no baloney. Excellent service, fair price, very timely. Exactly what a mechanic should be."

— M.G.

"Traveling from Glacier to Yellowstone, ran hot in Helena. Got me in right away, back on the road fast. Honest guys."

— R.S.

"Lance and Joe take the time to diagnose correctly. I'd recommend them to anyone."

— D.P.

"Joe is a top mechanic. Always above and beyond. I don't worry about my car with these guys."

— A.R.

"They fixed what three other shops couldn't. Thorough, timely, and honest about pricing."

— P.D.
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SMART DIAGNOSTIC INTAKE

TELL US WHAT'S WRONG.
WE'LL FIGURE IT OUT.

Answer 5 quick questions. We prepare a diagnostic summary for Joe & Lance before you even call. It's like having a mechanic in your pocket.

STEP 1 OF 5

Tell us about your vehicle.

VISIT US

FIND US IN HELENA.

1031 Euclid Ave
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 996-1282
HOURS
CLOSED
Monday – Friday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
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West Side Wrench shop building exterior
HELENA'S WESTSIDE · SINCE 2018
TAP TO CALL · (406) 996-1282