For Those Who Want One of the Best.
"For those who want the best"
"Family Owned and Operated since 1951"
Knudson Transmission Service
Specializing in Domestic and Foreign Transmissions
Welcome to Knudson Transmission Service of Des Moines, IA, serving the entire state of Iowa since 1951. We are a family owned and operated business with three generations of family experience and knowledge that assures you quality, reliable and honest work. Our integrity and reputation are of utmost importance to us and has been second to none for 56 years.
Knudson Transmission uses only the best products available from top quality vendors. We offer a number of services with the assurance that our goal is to get you back on the road just as soon as possible.
Contact us or stop in today to speak with one of our transmission experts.
We honor most extended warranty programs.
We offer Free:
Test drive and diagnostics - (no appointment necessary)
Accurate price quote
Local towing with major work
External inspection
Loaner Vehicle (when available)
* After Hour Drop Off Box
**We have Performance services which includes racing, RV, and heavy duty towing applications.
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Bill Knudson. one of the names behind Knudson Transmission Service, Inc. moved the business to a new location on the first day of June, 8 years ago, right next door to the old one. The shop at 4301 SE 14th Street continues to concentrate on providing transmission service and repair.
"Concentrating on business in the previous four-bay, 2400-square foot shop was a little cramped," said Knudson. "Making the move to six work bays and 5,000 square feet has been a better fit."
C.E. (Knute) Knudson started the business in 1951. From his experience working for a downtown auto dealership, the elder Knudson decided to open up his own shop from a garage in his back yard on Wall Street in Des Moines.
After moving to a shop on Southeast 14th Street, the family torch was passed to Knute’s son, Bill, who cam...