workshops in parramatta

vrsix · 01-24-2011, 09:59 PM

hello, I am relatively new, however I don't post much on forums. I prefer to private message, however the forum thinks I am rather new

anyways. I have being searching previous post for workshop recommendation however am stumped at the moment. can someone briefly recommend some shops in parra I can take my 123D to. I would take it to some of the other places in the north shore, but they don't offer courtesy cars which make it an inconvenient.

I would take it to trivett, but they have quoted 260$ for my 15k km inspection and 550$ for one with an oil change. seeing that some of you guys have gotten much cheaper rate, any recommendation would be appreciated.

>wal

banglemangle · 01-25-2011, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by vrsix

hello, I am relatively new, however I don't post much on forums. I prefer to private message, however the forum thinks I am rather new

anyways. I have being searching previous post for workshop recommendation however am stumped at the moment. can someone briefly recommend some shops in parra I can take my 123D to. I would take it to some of the other places in the north shore, but they don't offer courtesy cars which make it an inconvenient.

I would take it to trivett, but they have quoted 260$ for my 15k km inspection and 550$ for one with an oil change. seeing that some of you guys have gotten much cheaper rate, any recommendation would be appreciated.

>wal

Streuth!!!

Oil change (for petrol turbo) = $230
15k Inspection = Negotiated Free on the basis that they dont actually do anything!

Dealer = Think Factory

WOPALX · 01-25-2011, 03:57 PM

ALS in Rydalmere are good (me thinks that's the name).

Taymaishu · 01-25-2011, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by vrsix

hello, I am relatively new, however I don't post much on forums. I prefer to private message, however the forum thinks I am rather new

anyways. I have being searching previous post for workshop recommendation however am stumped at the moment. can someone briefly recommend some shops in parra I can take my 123D to. I would take it to some of the other places in the north shore, but they don't offer courtesy cars which make it an inconvenient.

I would take it to trivett, but they have quoted 260$ for my 15k km inspection and 550$ for one with an oil change. seeing that some of you guys have gotten much cheaper rate, any recommendation would be appreciated.

>wal

Head up Widsor Rd. About 500m before the Cumberland Hwy intersection and the big home-maker outlet centre, there's a specialty BMW and German car auto centre. They are Trivett's recommended repairer. They did my transmission, front cross member, front bumper and tranny sump for a repair and did an awesome job.

Alternatively I can give you the details of my mechanic in Mona vale (far, I know) who will do an oil change for 150 or there abouts.

Did my four brakes and oil, handbrake check last week for 550.

Let me know if you want his details - he's been doing my dad's Ferrari, STi and my subarus and now the BMw for years. Used to race e46 M3s so he knows what he's doing!

vrsix · 01-25-2011, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by WOPALX

ALS in Rydalmere are good (me thinks that's the name).

great thanks. I'll give them a call.

vrsix · 01-25-2011, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Taymaishu

Head up Widsor Rd. About 500m before the Cumberland Hwy intersection and the big home-maker outlet centre, there's a specialty BMW and German car auto centre. They are Trivett's recommended repairer. They did my transmission, front cross member, front bumper and tranny sump for a repair and did an awesome job.

Alternatively I can give you the details of my mechanic in Mona vale (far, I know) who will do an oil change for 150 or there abouts.

Did my four brakes and oil, handbrake check last week for 550.

Let me know if you want his details - he's been doing my dad's Ferrari, STi and my subarus and now the BMw for years. Used to race e46 M3s so he knows what he's doing!

is that parramatta smash you are talking about? if so, they only do repairs.

can you please pm me your mechanic's detail.

Guran · 01-25-2011, 11:06 PM

Try Peak Performance at Parramatta. They offer courtesy cars if you need one.

vrsix · 01-26-2011, 07:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Guran

Try Peak Performance at Parramatta. They offer courtesy cars if you need one.

I've read more bad post than good post about them, so I don't really know who to believe.

mra · 01-27-2011, 02:45 AM

Exoticars would be the place to go. They do more work on Porsche and Ferrari but plenty of Audi and BMW as well. Just a good set of experienced guys.

Guran · 01-27-2011, 11:38 PM

Who would you rather believe? A few loudmouthed keyboard jockeys? Or a substantial number of longserving BMW and MINI owners who are regulars in the BMW Drivers Club of NSW? Your choice. Peak know their stuff. I know I'd be servicing my car at Peak if I lived near them.

Jeef Beef · 01-27-2011, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Guran

Who would you rather believe? A few loudmouthed keyboard jockeys? Or a substantial number of longserving BMW and MINI owners who are regulars in the BMW Drivers Club of NSW? Your choice. Peak know their stuff. I know I'd be servicing my car at Peak if I lived near them.

Good to know, I've been looking for some reputable mechanics. I'll check them out next time.

MrBlonde · 01-28-2011, 02:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Guran

Who would you rather believe? A few loudmouthed keyboard jockeys? Or a substantial number of longserving BMW and MINI owners who are regulars in the BMW Drivers Club of NSW? Your choice. Peak know their stuff. I know I'd be servicing my car at Peak if I lived near them.

I can't say I agree with that.

WOPALX · 01-28-2011, 02:44 PM

I have a mate with a 335, he had a workshop install a procede (early version) and given it was done by professionals the state of his wiring loom in the DME was shocking.

Always pays to check the workmanship and ensure your 100% satisfied with what has been done, regardless of the people doing the work.

mra · 01-29-2011, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by WOPALX

I have a mate with a 335, he had a workshop install a procede (early version) and given it was done by professionals the state of his wiring loom in the DME was shocking.

I think I know the car you are talking about. Black coupe, stuttering all the time with the procede?

WOPALX · 01-29-2011, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by mra

I think I know the car you are talking about. Black coupe, stuttering all the time with the procede?

Black e92 yes, but he's been running a flash for several years now.

///M-pressed · 02-02-2011, 02:12 AM

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Originally Posted by MrBlonde

I can't say I agree with that.

+1. Also ALS still exists? Thought they went under after people found out an unqualified mechanic was working on cars..

Zuzu · 02-02-2011, 02:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Attuale

Also ALS still exists? Thought they went under after people found out an unqualified mechanic was working on cars..

Really...Didn't know about that.

Have had work done there and they were excellent.

vrsix · 02-02-2011, 06:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Attuale

+1. Also ALS still exists? Thought they went under after people found out an unqualified mechanic was working on cars..

yes, andrew certainly still exist. he works by himself now and does not have any helpers. I booked my car in for a simple service and he was fantastic. was very helpful and gave me an education on e30s and other differences between new and old cars. I believe he mainly does work on modified bmw's, so I was surprised he went through the effort of servicing my 123.

///M-pressed · 02-02-2011, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Zuzu

Really...Didn't know about that.

Have had work done there and they were excellent.

Ah this was a while ago, talking about 2-3 years ago. Things have probably changed. But no, not many people knew that.

tyorll · 05-13-2011, 07:25 AM

which BMW dealer is best for a service (last under warranty)? I am nearest to Parramatta, but are they reasonable?

Jeef Beef · 05-13-2011, 07:33 AM

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Originally Posted by tyorll

which BMW dealer is best for a service (last under warranty)? I am nearest to Parramatta, but are they reasonable?

I would never personally go to Trivett ever again.

dtcoff · 05-13-2011, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Guran

Who would you rather believe? A few loudmouthed keyboard jockeys? Or a substantial number of longserving BMW and MINI owners who are regulars in the BMW Drivers Club of NSW? Your choice. Peak know their stuff. I know I'd be servicing my car at Peak if I lived near them.

+1. All my BMWs over the past 15 years have been serviced by them.

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vrsix New Member 2 Rep 5 Posts Drives: 123d Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: home iTrader: (0)	workshops in parramatta hello, I am relatively new, however I don't post much on forums. I prefer to private message, however the forum thinks I am rather new anyways. I have being searching previous post for workshop recommendation however am stumped at the moment. can someone briefly recommend some shops in parra I can take my 123D to. I would take it to some of the other places in the north shore, but they don't offer courtesy cars which make it an inconvenient. I would take it to trivett, but they have quoted 260$ for my 15k km inspection and 550$ for one with an oil change. seeing that some of you guys have gotten much cheaper rate, any recommendation would be appreciated. >wal
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Guran Captain 24 Rep 895 Posts Drives: 08 135i Coupe Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wollongong, Australia iTrader: (0)	Try Peak Performance at Parramatta. They offer courtesy cars if you need one. __________________ 08 BMW 135i Sport Coupe \| Manual \| Sparkling Graphite \| Coral Red Boston Leather \| 10 Speaker Hi Fi
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mra Private 0 Rep 85 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	Exoticars would be the place to go. They do more work on Porsche and Ferrari but plenty of Audi and BMW as well. Just a good set of experienced guys.
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Guran Captain 24 Rep 895 Posts Drives: 08 135i Coupe Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wollongong, Australia iTrader: (0)	Who would you rather believe? A few loudmouthed keyboard jockeys? Or a substantial number of longserving BMW and MINI owners who are regulars in the BMW Drivers Club of NSW? Your choice. Peak know their stuff. I know I'd be servicing my car at Peak if I lived near them. __________________ 08 BMW 135i Sport Coupe \| Manual \| Sparkling Graphite \| Coral Red Boston Leather \| 10 Speaker Hi Fi
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WOPALX Lieutenant Colonel 86 Rep 1,993 Posts Drives: 335i Sedan Join Date: May 2007 Location: Sydney, Australia iTrader: (2)	I have a mate with a 335, he had a workshop install a procede (early version) and given it was done by professionals the state of his wiring loom in the DME was shocking. Always pays to check the workmanship and ensure your 100% satisfied with what has been done, regardless of the people doing the work. __________________ Vishnu PROcede V5 \| VK Motorworks FMIC \| AR Design OCC \| Forge DV's \| Bilstein PSS9 \| M3 Lower Control Arms & Caster Rods \| Quaife LSD \| HiTech Exhaust \| BMW Performance Illuminated Door Sills \| BMW Performance Gear Selector & Boot \| BMW Performance E-Brake Cover
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tyorll Private First Class 9 Rep 175 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Sydney iTrader: (0)	which BMW dealer is best for a service (last under warranty)? I am nearest to Parramatta, but are they reasonable?
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