Aftermarket repair shop in Vancouver / Richmond BC? - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

ed328ci · 01-13-2006, 01:47 PM

Hello,

Do you know of a good non-BMW dealer service shop in the Vancouver / Richmond area, for repairing / servicing my E46? Thanks.

Ed

spacedogg · 04-12-2007, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by ed328ci

Hello,

Do you know of a good non-BMW dealer service shop in the Vancouver / Richmond area, for repairing / servicing my E46? Thanks.

Ed

Reviving a really old post...but now I know the answer...

People seem to recommend CG Motorsports (Richmond - http://www.cgmotorsports.com/). Also try out Nixon Automotive (Burnaby - http://www.nixonautomotive.com/).

bimmersinner · 04-12-2007, 10:36 PM

I agree - Nixon and CG are good. Scan Automotive in North Vancouver is worth the trip as well. I have also heard good things about Edelweiss too in Surrey.

Drachnid · 12-25-2009, 01:32 AM

Over the last few years I've had Koosha at BimmerHaus look after my '87 528e.

I bought her a few years ago and have yet to breach $1k in repairs/maintenance. The guy's pretty straight about what you need, what you can get away with, and what can wait a while. And, yes, she runs like a dream.

D aka K

stylin20 · 12-26-2009, 02:45 AM

[quote=ed328ci;137142]Hello,

Do you know of a good non-BMW dealer service shop in the Vancouver / Richmond area, for repairing / servicing my E46? Thanks.

Ed[/QUOTE

Try Richmond Motorworks on Bridgeport.

Stylin20

m-technik · 12-27-2009, 03:58 PM

I highly recommend cg Motorsports in Richmond. They take care of all my cars, and have done an excellent job over the 6 years I've used them.

SDean · 04-27-2010, 03:26 PM

I have used Nixons and did not have a great experience. They charged me more than double the original quote, instead of charging for 15 minutes of labor I was charge for a whole hour. I now use A-1 Unity Auto @ 1420 Howe St. Vancouver, BC. I saved $100. on a job that Nixons charge $168 to do. Go see Mo.

perfectg · 04-27-2010, 03:39 PM

German Autosports in Surrey

KkSc · 04-27-2010, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by SDean

I have used Nixons and did not have a great experience. They charged me more than double the original quote, instead of charging for 15 minutes of labor I was charge for a whole hour. I now use A-1 Unity Auto @ 1420 Howe St. Vancouver, BC. I saved $100. on a job that Nixons charge $168 to do. Go see Mo.

definitely try CG motorsports!

alanchan · 04-28-2010, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by SDean

I have used Nixons and did not have a great experience. They charged me more than double the original quote, instead of charging for 15 minutes of labor I was charge for a whole hour. I now use A-1 Unity Auto @ 1420 Howe St. Vancouver, BC. I saved $100. on a job that Nixons charge $168 to do. Go see Mo.

I had bad experience with Nixons too, they over charge me and I email them after, they credit me back 20% off.

e90ben · 04-28-2010, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by alanchan

I had bad experience with Nixons too, they over charge me and I email them after, they credit me back 20% off.

Wow, good to know.

I have an oil changed booked with them, I might call to cancel now.

BTW: This thread=Necropost

ho_grayson · 04-30-2010, 04:51 AM

but both of them dont install down pipe.

Quote:

Originally Posted by spacedogg

Reviving a really old post...but now I know the answer...

People seem to recommend CG Motorsports (Richmond - http://www.cgmotorsports.com/). Also try out Nixon Automotive (Burnaby - http://www.nixonautomotive.com/).

m-technik · 04-30-2010, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by ho_grayson

but both of them dont install down pipe.

CG-motorsports does indeed install downpipes.

Fast Five · 08-02-2011, 05:06 AM

German Auto Sports is run by shop manager Al Larson.

He is a well known con-man and theif in the local and online BMW community.

He has stolen from dozens and dozens of victims over the years amounting to several thousands of dollars for everything from carpet sets that were paid for and never sent to mechanical work that was shoddy at best and totally un-needed. He has also taken payment for mechanical work that was never performed.

A quick google search for the name "Al Larson" or his former businesses "Seams Perfect" and "Classic Image" all return many hits for people who were bilked by Al over the years. He changes the name to German Auto Sports, but the bad ways still continue to this day.

BUYER BEWARE!!! STAY AWAY FROM GERMAN AUTO SPORTS AND AL LARSON!

Lotus99 · 08-03-2011, 01:57 AM

LOL with all these people popping up here with their first posts either fanboys of a shop or trashing another...

Fast Five · 08-03-2011, 05:12 PM

I'm just trying to make sure nobody else gets rooked by German Auto Sports / Al Larson the thief.

CaniPeento · 08-08-2011, 06:41 AM

I have also heard good things about Edelweiss too in Surrey.

Nitroxide2 · 10-29-2011, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Lotus99

LOL with all these people popping up here with their first posts either fanboys of a shop or trashing another...

I've had good experiences with Nixon. They weren't going to charge me 2 hours of labor when they came across an issue caused by a separate company that they had to diagnose / repair.

Would recommend again.

andrewstone81 · 11-01-2011, 04:27 AM

Well, there are various companies who offer BMW auto repairing services in Vancouver, I happened to know this company because this repair my boss BMW car last month which got damaged in a accident than he upgraded it too. If you would like than contact them on their address may be it will help you.

auto repair reviews

Lotus99 · 11-01-2011, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Lotus99

LOL with all these people popping up here with their first posts either fanboys of a shop or trashing another...

Great... More one-post-wonders showing up here!

Glim · 11-01-2011, 02:26 PM

Try CG Motorsports once, you will never go anywhere else, the shop and staff are awesome.

victoria stiles · 01-24-2012, 07:17 AM

Looking for the best and affordable BMW car repair shop can be difficult. No dealer or spares shop can have such comprehensive lists at the click of a button.

01-13-2006, 01:47 PM	#1
ed328ci Grumpy Drives: E90 325i Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Ontario Posts: 168 iTrader: (0)	Aftermarket repair shop in Vancouver / Richmond BC? Hello, Do you know of a good non-BMW dealer service shop in the Vancouver / Richmond area, for repairing / servicing my E46? Thanks. Ed
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bimmersinner www.bimmerparts.ca Drives: e92 335i, SpGr/Dkr, Sprt, Prm Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Victoria Posts: 27 iTrader: (0)	I agree - Nixon and CG are good. Scan Automotive in North Vancouver is worth the trip as well. I have also heard good things about Edelweiss too in Surrey. __________________ www.bimmerparts.ca . . . . . Bimmer Parts are the best parts

12-25-2009, 01:32 AM	#4
Drachnid Registered Drives: 87 e28 528e Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Vancouver, BC Posts: 1 iTrader: (0)	Ole-Timer Secret Over the last few years I've had Koosha at BimmerHaus look after my '87 528e. I bought her a few years ago and have yet to breach $1k in repairs/maintenance. The guy's pretty straight about what you need, what you can get away with, and what can wait a while. And, yes, she runs like a dream. D aka K

12-26-2009, 02:45 AM	#5
stylin20 Private First Class Drives: 2007 328xi Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: vancouver Posts: 161 iTrader: (49)	richmond [quote=ed328ci;137142]Hello, Do you know of a good non-BMW dealer service shop in the Vancouver / Richmond area, for repairing / servicing my E46? Thanks. Ed[/QUOTE Try Richmond Motorworks on Bridgeport. Stylin20

12-27-2009, 03:58 PM	#6
m-technik Captain Drives: E92 335, E36 Ti, Porsche 986 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Vancouver, BC Canada Posts: 734 iTrader: (0)	I highly recommend cg Motorsports in Richmond. They take care of all my cars, and have done an excellent job over the 6 years I've used them. __________________ Monaco Blue E92 335 - i-Forged Senekas, KW V2 Coilovers, OEM Bmw Aero lip, AFE DCI, LUX H8 Lapis Blue Porsche 986 -Aero kit, 996 5-spoke wheels Jet Black E36 Ti - E36 M3 drivetrain, Full M-Tech, H&R Coilovers, 3.73 LSD, M-Clubsport interior and much more...

04-27-2010, 03:26 PM	#7
SDean Registered Drives: 2001 320i Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Vancouver,BC Posts: 1 iTrader: (0)	A-1 Unity Auto I have used Nixons and did not have a great experience. They charged me more than double the original quote, instead of charging for 15 minutes of labor I was charge for a whole hour. I now use A-1 Unity Auto @ 1420 Howe St. Vancouver, BC. I saved $100. on a job that Nixons charge $168 to do. Go see Mo. Last edited by SDean; 04-27-2010 at 03:32 PM.

04-27-2010, 03:39 PM	#8
perfectg I pwn u Drives: 2008 BMW 335i Sedan Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Vancouver, BC Posts: 798 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 335i [0.00]	German Autosports in Surrey __________________

08-02-2011, 05:06 AM	#14
Fast Five Registered Drives: The Truth Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Everywhere Posts: 4 iTrader: (0)	Beware of German Auto Sports German Auto Sports is run by shop manager Al Larson. He is a well known con-man and theif in the local and online BMW community. He has stolen from dozens and dozens of victims over the years amounting to several thousands of dollars for everything from carpet sets that were paid for and never sent to mechanical work that was shoddy at best and totally un-needed. He has also taken payment for mechanical work that was never performed. A quick google search for the name "Al Larson" or his former businesses "Seams Perfect" and "Classic Image" all return many hits for people who were bilked by Al over the years. He changes the name to German Auto Sports, but the bad ways still continue to this day. BUYER BEWARE!!! STAY AWAY FROM GERMAN AUTO SPORTS AND AL LARSON!

08-03-2011, 01:57 AM	#15
Lotus99 Major Drives: 335i Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Canada Posts: 1,175 iTrader: (1)	LOL with all these people popping up here with their first posts either fanboys of a shop or trashing another...

08-03-2011, 05:12 PM	#16
Fast Five Registered Drives: The Truth Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Everywhere Posts: 4 iTrader: (0)	I'm just trying to make sure nobody else gets rooked by German Auto Sports / Al Larson the thief.

08-08-2011, 06:41 AM	#17
CaniPeento Registered Drives: BMW Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: USA Posts: 3 iTrader: (0)	I have also heard good things about Edelweiss too in Surrey. __________________ bmw service

11-01-2011, 04:27 AM	#19
andrewstone81 Registered Drives: 2002 nisaan Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: seattle Posts: 1 iTrader: (0)	Well, there are various companies who offer BMW auto repairing services in Vancouver, I happened to know this company because this repair my boss BMW car last month which got damaged in a accident than he upgraded it too. If you would like than contact them on their address may be it will help you. auto repair reviews

11-01-2011, 02:26 PM	#21
Glim Captain Drives: 2006 330i Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Victoria, BC Posts: 761 iTrader: (0)	Try CG Motorsports once, you will never go anywhere else, the shop and staff are awesome.

01-24-2012, 07:17 AM	#22
victoria stiles Registered Drives: nisan Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: washington Posts: 4 iTrader: (0)	Looking for the best and affordable BMW car repair shop can be difficult. No dealer or spares shop can have such comprehensive lists at the click of a button.