GEAR / Gerber's European Auto Repair

Feb 07, 2024

Dan is the best! Only mechanic I know that will drop everything to make sure you are OK. He's a good man, trust worthy and very fair. We need more guys like Dan!

Dec 07, 2023

Although they are a pain to work on, Dan Gerber knows Mercedes Benz. He was able to fix my S420 after wasting time and money visiting several other mechanics. The dealership only sells the car. My advice is to just get a simple common car

Dec 07, 2023

Last week my daughter had an issue with her Volvo and the repair shop recommended she take it to Dan to check it out. She called and he told to bring it right in. When we arrived he immediately took a look and was able to fix the issue within ten minutes. He is so kind to her - he didn’t even charge her for his time. It’s obvious he knows his way around a car. I would highly recommend Gerber’s for your car repair.

Dec 07, 2023

Let me start by saying you are NOT going to find another person as passionate and as knowledgeable about vehicles then Dan. He’s taking my vehicle and done a complete inspection repaired multiple issues, and suggested some amazing additions. I could not be happier. Dan has really done an amazing job! “ I will be back “ and it might sound crazy but I look forward to it! But in all seriousness, if you have any type of vehicle issue, don’t hesitate to call and believe it will be worth the wait if any.

Dec 07, 2023

My Mercedes died on me… I called Dan and got the vehicle towed in… he worked his magic at reasonable rates and got me up and running in no time!

Dec 07, 2022

Dan is like LeBron James when it come to fixing car he fixed my bmw with no problem and the price were worth it 🔥.

Dec 07, 2021

Five Star service. Dan is a very knowledgeable and professional repair technician. I drive and older model Bmw truck. Dan was able to diagnose and repair it better then the BMW dealership (For half the price) I strongly recommend Gerber’s European Auto Repair for quality service and repairs!

Dec 07, 2021

Very nice and professional, he took time away from his job to explain in detail the problem and fix. The workers at the shop are also kind and respectful. Dan is the Man, how I regret not knowing him many years ago. He was able to fix a problem that another shop took 2 trys and could not figure out. I will now be a customer for life. It's so nice to find an honest person who really cares about his job and not taking advantage of others. Excellent job! Thank you.

Dec 07, 2021

The few times I’ve been there Dan has always been incredibly professional and friendly! He is very knowledgeable and you can tell he is passionate about what he does. His services are priced well and great quality. Highly recommend!

Dec 07, 2020

Called left a message and its been 5 days heard nothing can only imagine how the repair experience with them is

Dec 07, 2020

Knowledge on foreign vehicles unprecedented! Excellent company and excellent service.

Dec 07, 2020

Very nice staff!

Dec 07, 2020

🇦🇱A-1

Dec 07, 2019

Dan saved the day for me. I drive an older, high-mileage Mini Cooper. I had my front brakes done by the dealership for an exorbitant amount of money some months ago, and then when it came time to have the rear brakes done, Dan was able to do it in about half the time and half the cost. This was after he handled a burnt-out alternator a couple weeks back, again done in 24 hours and for 40% less than the dealer's quote. I know that a Mini is not a Mercedes or an Audi, but it's still a hard car to get serviced outside of the dealership. Once I found Dan and GEAR, it made my car happier, and my life easier. Thanks Dan!

Dec 07, 2019

Excellent work, reasonably priced, great service and friendly staff.

Dec 07, 2019

I sent my parents here with two 25+ year old European cars. Not only did he fix what other shops couldn't even find, he actually listened when I explained the problem and what I thought the cause was and further traced the fault to a second component that caused the first to fail. Now my parents know where to take their old cars for fixes and maintenance after their former mechanics and dealerships stopped even trying. If you have a car that isn't the latest model, don't even think about going to the dealership, they'll never be able to fix it -and keep it fixed- the way GEAR does. This guy is a wizard.

Dec 07, 2019

Take a look at the silver X5 below. Looks nice, right? WRONG. It is cursed by the Lord Satan himself. The only reason it is not slowly grinding itself into the 9-Hells is Dan and the gang at GEAR are fighting it tooth and nail. Dan has managed to sluice out every squeak, rattle and moan this 12 year old Bavarian nightmare makes. I am happy to report that currently the beast is idle after Dan has spent many hours(hours at half the price of the BMW dealership) replacing nuts, bolts and bearings. This shop is great. It is a real throw back to how car repair places used to be. Dan gives you a price and if that price is going to go up he lets you know before things get to deep. 5 Stars, everyone be more like Dan.

Dec 07, 2019

Yeah, this is my second 5-Star review for GEAR. What you gunna do about it? I wanted to give them 10-Stars, so mission accomplished. This shop is great and its best attribute is an owner that genuinely seems excited when he figures out the problem that is plaguing your car or truck. If you are any where close to Cleveland, you should be driving past the dealerships to get to this place. You go to the dealership you are going to have someone with half the experience charging you twice the price. (oh, that is a good saying, Dan you can have that one). Later alligators 10 Stars Baby, what ya gunna do??!!!!

Dec 07, 2018

A complete jerk don't waste your time going there

Dec 07, 2018

PRIVACY TORTS Taking my name from my APPOINTMENT, posting it publicly after I asked you to take it down, reading through reviews like a stalker creep. You know... Things like that. That goes more into stalking law.

Dec 07, 2017

Awesome guy very smart and takes the time to talk things over with you!!

Dec 07, 2017

Dan is amazing! He is always responsive! He really breaks things down for you so you completely understand what’s wrong with your car and how/why he is fixing it the way he is! It’s extremely comforting to know there are great and honest people in this industry still! As long as I’m in Cleveland I will ONLY go to Gear/Gerber Europeans Auto Repair.

Dec 07, 2017

Dan is the man

Dec 07, 2017

He sounds like he sleeps at the Shop...He even Picked up the phonef Rude...But I'll say this ,he better start having more varieties if u want to get more money !!! Especially in Cleveland!!!

Dec 07, 2017

If you scroll down, Aliana Horn is oblivious!! I mean come on? Read the name of the business... Slanderous review. Dan Gerber is the best European car mechanic in the area. Hands down. He does not work on domestic POS cars. No one will go out of their way like Dan in order to get your vehicle fixed correctly and a fair price. Dan is the only mechanic I will ever let touch my Audi.

Dec 07, 2017

Very knowledgeable people great prices

Dec 07, 2016

Excellent work - timely & responsive - would highly recommend.

Dec 07, 2016

I recently took my 2004 BMW 330ci to GEAR because of a couple oil leaks, engine lights, final stage regulator, new thermostat and front stabilizer links were shot thanks to the lovely potholes here in Cleveland. Dan Gerber, the owner, personally fixed every problem and even suggested fixing a couple other things before they became big problems later on. His pricing was much better than the dealership, and I was very pleased with the service. I highly recommend them for any European auto repairs and I will certainly return in the future!

Dec 07, 2016

If we're honest, there are many very good repair shops in Cleveland. The way I found Dan, in fact, was by a referral from another shop I really like. I have a 2002 W210 4MATIC Estate that had some HVAC issues that no one else wanted to touch. The fact that Dan fixed the issues is obvious by now. What's important is how he approached the job with joy and a clinical, scientific methodology. To top it all off, he did the job at a price that, while not inexpensive, was extremely fair. Dan deserves to charge top-level pricing, because he's a master of his craft. If you have a German car, Dan Gerber is your man.

Dec 07, 2016

It's important to be able to trust your technician. So not only is Dan knowledgeable he is honest. He could've taken advantage but he never has. Repairs are always done right!

Dec 07, 2016

My volvo 740 is smooth as butter. Unrecognizable. The most reliable, straight forward non-bullshit service. Super fast. As long I have this car and living in CLEVELAND this is where I'm bringing my car. Thank you man. Excellent.