Recommendation for good BMW repair shop

[Nand Mulchandani]

We have a 325i and the side window motor has been causing some trouble. The dealership said it was the Window regulator, and that it would cost about $450 (mainly labor costs). Seems a little high for this - any recommendations of some good shops that might be able to fix this for less?

Thanks!

- Nand

[@ Viv]

I haven't used him for that problem, but I know he's very familiar with it.
Viv
Sacramento, CA
2003 530i Steel Blue Metallic /Gray leather
AT/PP/SP/CWP/Xenon/Folding Rear Seats/Ultimate Cup Holders/Stongard Headlamp Covers/Stealth rear signal bulbs/50% tint/Saab trunk lid handle/BMWCCA Member/With a Pink Panther on the mirror/E34('91 525i) retired

[ChazDinan8s]

Hi Nand
Try Carra Motors in San mateo, talk to Adam. tell them Charles Dinan8
sent you, tel(650)342-9955.
Travel safe and enjoy your ride!!
Regards
ChazsD8

[540inSac]

Hey Viv!!!

So, from your posts I gather you've been over to see Ted. Hope he lived up to the expectations I set. If not, let me know and I'll go over and let him know!

Cheers!

Jeff

E39 - 1997 540i6 [11/96 Production]

Mods:
* CDV-ectomy (Thanks Dave Z!!!)
* Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 [235/40ZR18 x 265/35ZR18]
* Style 37 wheels
* Xenon/AE's (Euro)
* CELIS/LED Rears
* PIAA Plasma Ion Yellow H7 Fogs
* Clear sides
* M5 Rear Lip Spoiler
* M5 Grills
* M-Sport Steering Wheel
* Backlit M5 Shift Knob
* M5 Dead Pedal
* ///M Door Sills
* ///M-Tech Aerodynamic Front Spoiler
* Shadow-line Trim (windows still chrome!)
* Euro Sliding Armrest with storage bin
* Window Tint (Doors and Rear Vent @ 51%, Back @ 36%)
* Zapco C2K-4.0X - 4 channel amp
* Zapco C2K-6.0X - 2 channel amp
* Zapco SX-SL SymbiLink Preamp/EQ
* a/d/s 345is reference 3-component system (front)
* a/d/s 345im coaxial 2-component system (rear deck)
* Eclipse SW8102.4 10" aluminum subs

[@ Viv]

Yes, I took my car there and told Ted that since you trusted your car with him he must be good ;-) I just wish he wasn't so far away! I'm putting together a drive on 9/24 to Volcano/St. George Hotel. Interested?
Viv
Sacramento, CA
2003 530i Steel Blue Metallic /Gray leather
AT/PP/SP/CWP/Xenon/Folding Rear Seats/Ultimate Cup Holders/Stongard Headlamp Covers/Stealth rear signal bulbs/50% tint/Saab trunk lid handle/BMWCCA Member/With a Pink Panther on the mirror/E34('91 525i) retired

[@ Viv]

Viv
Sacramento, CA
2003 530i Steel Blue Metallic /Gray leather
AT/PP/SP/CWP/Xenon/Folding Rear Seats/Ultimate Cup Holders/Stongard Headlamp Covers/Stealth rear signal bulbs/50% tint/Saab trunk lid handle/BMWCCA Member/With a Pink Panther on the mirror/E34('91 525i) retired

[RFK]

1249 E. Francisco Blvd, San Rafael, (415) 482-6000. Owner is a former BMW racer from europe, Joszef Varga. Its kind of a hole in the wall place (kinda the opposite of the dealership repairshop with fresh coffee and bagels) but he does all my major work at 1/2 to 1/4 the cost, no screwing around.

Good luck-


RFK
1990 735i

[Ted Compton]

We live in western Kansas, own a BMW 328IS, 1996 model and are in need of some work done it ;front end alignment in particular. Any help appreciated.

[Dave]

I agree! I bought my 1978 733i from these guys back in 1998 and they have kept it in GREAT condition! I haven't even had to take it in much since then!

Adam and Bogie ROCK!

Dave

[rktk2nv]

Assuming that you are in the Sf bay area, you may consider Fremont Foreign Auto - they specialize in fixing european cars. You will get a clear picture of the problem and a realistic solution. Ask for Eduardo@ 510 793 6067

I took my car, a 740il to a dealer for an estimate and they suggested that i replace the engine! Eduardo was able to fix problem under $200.