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Sta-Rite Transmission

About Us

Sta-Rite Transmission, located in Des Moines, IA, is the leading auto repair shop proudly serving Jasper, Polk, Dallas, and surrounding counties since 1961. We specialize in expert auto transmission repair and servicing. For further information, reach out to Sta-Rite Transmission in Des Moines.

Areas Served

Our Professional Associations

Better Business Bureau

Our Certifications

ASE Certified Technicians

What We Offer

Our Services include:

Transmissions
Transfer Cases
Differentials

Our Brands include:

Transtar

Testimonials

On 8/22/2026 Jose B had this to say:
(Translated by Google) 100% recommended. If you're having transmission problems, contact them. They're honest and their work is good. (Original) 100% recomendado, si tienes problemas con tu transmission ablales a ellos. Son honestos y el trabajo es bueno

On 7/30/2026 Steven Yuan had this to say:
Super fair and very thorough. Helped to minimize expenses and not do anything not needed.

On 7/7/2026 cadillac girl had this to say:
Austin is absolutely amazing! He is kind and knowledgeable about any transmission you bring. He rebuilt by 61 cadillacs transmission. They also take snap finance so if you are ever in a pinch it's good to have that as an option. 10/10 I would definitely recommend 👌

On 7/2/2026 Steve Dingman had this to say:
Tried other shops in area, Sta-Rite is great at what they do, great diagnosis, reliable and honest. Austin is a good business owner. Testimonial written by Steve Dingman on this site.

On 6/12/2026 Harry Plendl had this to say:
After limping in my truck from a 1600+ mile journey I was worried that I might be making a trip to the dealership to buy a new vehicle. I suspected it was a transmission. Did some research and found Sta-Rite would be my best bet on a fair shake deal. Coming from South Florida, where everybody is a greasy swindler, I was very wary to take my vehicle in for maintenance. That was put to ease real quick. I spoke with a woman at least five times but I can’t remember her name. She had my vehicle lined up for diagnostic within 24 hours. The results came in and they still wanted to have a second look so we sat another day out and let the mechanics go to work. It was looking like we could do a rebuild or a complete replacement. After the second look in some codes, determined it was a much simpler fix. This is saving me thousands of dollars. After just paying thousands of dollars to move across the country, I can’t even express how important this is. A fantastic woman gave me a recommendation of a local mechanic nearby my house to do the fix for literally pennies on the dollar. Business is all about trust and you can trust these people. They literally could’ve took me for a whole new transmission. Welcome HOME to Iowa!!!

Contact Us

Sta-Rite Transmission
812 E 30th St Des Moines, IA 50317
Phone: (515) 266-1437
Email: staritetransmission@gmail.com

Near the Iowa State Fairgrounds

Where To Find Us

Payment Types Accepted

Debit & Credit Cards

Our Hours

Holiday Hours May Vary. Please Call For Details.

Monday: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM

FAQ

What services do you offer?

We specialize in drivetrain repair and maintenance, including:

Transmission repair and replacement
Transfer case diagnostics and service
Differential repair and rebuilds

What are your business hours?

We’re open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. We are closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

How do I schedule a service?

You can call us or stop by during business hours to schedule an appointment. We’ll walk you through the process and provide a clear timeline.