Trustworthy SoCal Indie BMW shop recommendation pls.

ES_TRADER · 04-06-2011, 11:04 AM

im looking to get an in between oil change but dont have time to take it to the dealer..waiting, loaner, more waiting...i just want to get in and out quickly, maybe 2hrs tops....Can you guys recommend a good reputable place to get service?

crevier is quoting me THREE DAYS for a NO appt oil change, as they are backed up...ridiculous!!

thx

Emtri · 04-06-2011, 11:55 PM

I always take my ///M to Tim of BMW PhD in Pasadena. The guy is very knowledgeable and great to talk to. He used to work at BMW of Monrovia as a Master Tech.

Price is very reasonable and top notch work. Did my valve adjustment a year ago. Also replaced my Power Steering hose a couple of days ago.

Here's his site www.bimmerphd.com

-James

geneatals · 04-07-2011, 12:01 AM

M shop in eagle rock..

Emtri · 04-07-2011, 10:34 AM

Actually Joe Barrios from the M Shop used to work with Tim from BMW PhD

mrkhanna16 · 04-07-2011, 10:44 AM

Irvine BMW. Albert is the best.

geneatals · 04-07-2011, 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Emtri

Actually Joe Barrios from the M Shop used to work with Tim from BMW PhD

good to know

SpencerM3 · 04-07-2011, 11:16 PM

Bavarain Workshop in West Hills is good. They are a Dinan dealer too.

geneatals · 04-07-2011, 11:38 PM

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Originally Posted by SpencerM3

Bavarain Workshop in West Hills is good. They are a Dinan dealer too.

yeah, I googled them a few weeks back as well..

don't forget bimmer's clinic in reseda as well...

djsueno · 04-08-2011, 09:03 AM

Avus In Glendale. Also a Dinan authorized center. Installed my axle-back and I was very satisfied with their service.

KRUZNM3 · 04-08-2011, 12:27 PM

M Shop...I believe LTBMW offers oil change services also

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Emtri New Member 3 Rep 12 Posts Drives: E46 M3 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0)	I always take my ///M to Tim of BMW PhD in Pasadena. The guy is very knowledgeable and great to talk to. He used to work at BMW of Monrovia as a Master Tech. Price is very reasonable and top notch work. Did my valve adjustment a year ago. Also replaced my Power Steering hose a couple of days ago. Here's his site www.bimmerphd.com -James
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djsueno Lieutenant 40 Rep 569 Posts Drives: 2016 MW F80 M3 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Los Angeles CA iTrader: (16)	Avus In Glendale. Also a Dinan authorized center. Installed my axle-back and I was very satisfied with their service.
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