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      01-27-2015, 12:17 PM   #1
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Looking for a good BMW Mechanic in Los Angeles

I have a e92 M3 that has just gone over 50k, and i'm looking for any recommendations for a good M3 mechanic. Any recommendations are greatly appreciated.
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      01-27-2015, 12:43 PM   #2
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I've used these guys for both my e46 and will use them for my e92. http://www.dtmautosalon.com/

They get the job done and are pretty helpful. Ask for Dan or Eddie.
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      01-27-2015, 12:52 PM   #3
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Thanks for the recommend. Have you been to The M shop?
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      01-27-2015, 01:34 PM   #4
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      01-27-2015, 01:39 PM   #5
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If you're willing to make the trip to OC, we're located in Anaheim, there the 91/55 freeways meet.



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      01-27-2015, 02:15 PM   #6
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Thanks Tom been getting some work done there, but it's a litte for for regular maintenence.
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      01-27-2015, 03:44 PM   #7
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Southbay Autohaus in Hawthorne is good. Ask for Qais.
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      01-27-2015, 05:14 PM   #9
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IKonic auto. Just off the 101 freeway. They do it all.
Also, Bimmers clinic. But there out in Reseda
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      01-27-2015, 10:50 PM   #10
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Southbay Autohaus in Hawthorne is good. Ask for Qais.
+1 for Qais, very, knowledge, friendly and a stand-up guy in general.
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      01-28-2015, 12:17 AM   #11
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If you're in the South Bay, Auto Talent.
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      01-28-2015, 10:50 AM   #12
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I have a e92 M3 that has just gone over 50k, and i'm looking for any recommendations for a good M3 mechanic. Any recommendations are greatly appreciated.
Completely off topic, but what color are your wheels in your avatar? those are ZCP wheels correct?
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If you're willing to make the trip to OC, we're located in Anaheim, there the 91/55 freeways meet.



Full workshop, dyno and technicians on hand ready to service your M3.
I have been going to eAS for almost 6+ years now. Tom and his team are top notch and I feel very comfortable with them working on my car. Shoot I drive 4 hours from solvang to go there!
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Talk to Ivan at Strassesport. He does excellent work.
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      01-28-2015, 05:08 PM   #17
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Thanks for the recommend. Have you been to The M shop?
I haven't been there for two reasons. Cost and difficulty of booking an appointment.

I called them twice with seemingly simple maintenance requests and was quoted dealership prices with a 2+ week wait. That was that for me.
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      01-28-2015, 08:27 PM   #18
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Thanks for all the reccomendations! I'm going to go through the list and find what's closest. I appreciate the help!
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      01-28-2015, 08:34 PM   #19
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Completely off topic, but what color are your wheels in your avatar? those are ZCP wheels correct?
Those are ZCP wheels. I'm trying to figure out what color to powdercoat them still. I did some photo shopping. Hey I'm also looking for a good powdercoater in Los Angeles if you know any.
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any good recommendation near west LA (Santa Monica, Westwood)?
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      02-10-2015, 09:15 AM   #21
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Thanks Tom been getting some work done there, but it's a litte for for regular maintenence.
Why not bring it to a certified dealership?
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