Trustworthy repairs, precision tuning, and performance upgrades—all under one roof.

About Us

Empathy Meets Expertise

Founded in January of 2022, 2 The Grid Motorsports was built with one goal in mind: to deliver honest, reliable automotive service with real expertise.

Owner Rich brings years of hands-on experience with both dealership-level service and high-performance vehicles, backed by a team of technicians with a combined 65 years of industry experience.

Whether it’s everyday maintenance or specialized performance tuning, you can trust that your vehicle is in capable hands.

Why We Do What We Do

We’re here because every driver deserves a smooth, reliable vehicle. From routine maintenance to performance upgrades, we take pride in diagnosing and solving problems that other shops might overlook. We don’t just fix cars—we give our customers peace of mind and confidence on the road.

Precision, Honesty, and Care

Unlike dealerships that often rush to judgment or upsell unnecessary repairs, we take the time to research and diagnose every issue before starting work. We handle the tricky, unusual, or “weird” cases that other shops shy away from. Our customers trust us for fair pricing, accurate repairs, and long-term reliability.

Precision, Honesty, and Care

Unlike dealerships that often rush to judgment or upsell unnecessary repairs, we take the time to research and diagnose every issue before starting work. We handle the tricky, unusual, or “weird” cases that other shops shy away from. Our customers trust us for fair pricing, accurate repairs, and long-term reliability.

What Our Customers Say

Our reputation has been built by drivers who value skill, honesty, and care. Customers travel from across the Brainerd Lakes Area, Twin Cities, and even Fargo to have Rich and his team service their vehicles. Here’s what they’re saying:

“The guys at 2 The Grid are top-notch mechanics and people. I’ve had a variety of repairs and upgrades completed by them… it’s well worth the hassle.”

“Rich has endless knowledge in the automotive field. An honest ‘one stop shop’ for everyday and performance vehicles.”

“The level of care and mindfulness throughout the whole process was unmatched. Everything is upfront and honest.”

Your Vehicle, Our Commitment

Whether it’s a daily driver or a high-performance build, we’re here to make your vehicle run its best. Our team combines technical expertise, honest guidance, and a passion for cars to deliver results you can trust.

Your Vehicle, Our Commitment

Whether it’s a daily driver or a high-performance build, we’re here to make your vehicle run its best. Our team combines technical expertise, honest guidance, and a passion for cars to deliver results you can trust.

Our Process

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1 - Schedule Your Appointment

Pick a time that works for you and tell us what’s going on with your vehicle.

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2 - We Get to Work

Our technicians get to work by confirming the issue, then diagnosing it properly to get you an accurate and fair estimate.

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3 - Stay in the Loop

We’ll share our inspection results before any work begins, so you can approve exactly what gets done.

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4 - Back to Cruising

Pick up a clean, smooth-running vehicle—backed by our guarantee it’s ready for the miles ahead.

Brady S.

"Can’t ask for anyone better to work on my C5 Corvette. I appreciate the knowledge they bring as a whole and that Rich himself has a C5 Corvette, so he knows them particularly well. The best part about 2 the Grid Motorsports is they will research and diagnose the problem rather than just jumping to conclusions and performing unnecessary repairs.

I appreciate the honesty and not trying to sell you what you don’t really need. And lastly, great communication. I am happy to have found a mechanic I can trust and ask questions of; they are my go to!”

Tyler S.

"Absolutely amazing shop! Rich has what seems like endless knowledge in the automotive field, in all aspects. Everyday auto repair for both gasoline and diesel vehicles. He’s also been awesome with parts and service for my drift car. An honest ‘one stop shop’ for everyday and performance automotive repair and modification.

Just recently purchased my first diesel pickup, and he’s been beyond helpful in advice and recommendations on proper maintenance, upkeep and products to keep it running like new. Will always recommend Rich and 2 the Grid Motorsports to anybody who needs work done to their vehicle!”

Chrissy S.

"It was a great experience to get the oil changed on our C7 Stingray! Rich was very informative and thorough. He was careful with the car and very knowledgeable. He also went above and beyond, explaining some features about my Corvette that I did not know about. I highly recommend Rich and his team to anyone who loves their vehicle!”

Brady S.

"Can’t ask for anyone better to work on my C5 Corvette. I appreciate the knowledge they bring as a whole and that Rich himself has a C5 Corvette, so he knows them particularly well. The best part about 2 the Grid Motorsports is they will research and diagnose the problem rather than just jumping to conclusions and performing unnecessary repairs.

I appreciate the honesty and not trying to sell you what you don’t really need. And lastly, great communication. I am happy to have found a mechanic I can trust and ask questions of; they are my go to!”

Tyler S.

"Absolutely amazing shop! Rich has what seems like endless knowledge in the automotive field, in all aspects. Everyday auto repair for both gasoline and diesel vehicles. He’s also been awesome with parts and service for my drift car. An honest ‘one stop shop’ for everyday and performance automotive repair and modification.

Just recently purchased my first diesel pickup, and he’s been beyond helpful in advice and recommendations on proper maintenance, upkeep and products to keep it running like new. Will always recommend Rich and 2 the Grid Motorsports to anybody who needs work done to their vehicle!”

Chrissy S.

"It was a great experience to get the oil changed on our C7 Stingray! Rich was very informative and thorough. He was careful with the car and very knowledgeable. He also went above and beyond, explaining some features about my Corvette that I did not know about. I highly recommend Rich and his team to anyone who loves their vehicle!”

Submit a Work Request Or Schedule An Appointment

We’re proud to serve drivers across the Brainerd Lakes Area. Click the "Submit a Work Request" button below to request specific work. Otherwise, to schedule a quick service like an oil change or check engine light diagnostic - click the "Schedule an Appointment" button!

Our Address

20084 Co Rd 3, Brainerd, MN 56401

Give Us a Call

(218) 821-7027