dealer vs outside mech miami

-garza- · 06-01-2010, 08:19 AM

my maintinance warranty is ending in janurary and was wondering if any one knew any good mechanics or shops that did good work? any advice would really help since iv only owned the car since march.

Express · 06-01-2010, 09:12 AM

what are you looking to have done?

-garza- · 06-01-2010, 09:30 AM

everything and anything really. i know the dealer charges an arm and a leg to do work and was wondering if I'd be better off going to a mechanic or specialty shop

curlysue · 06-03-2010, 01:25 AM

I've use the BMW specialist since I bought my car. I don't let anyone else touch my car except for my dedicated mechanic. Here's his info.
Bmw Specialist Inc
10775 SW 190th St, Cutler Bay, FL 33157-7631
3052540606

-garza- · 06-03-2010, 07:11 AM

thank you. just in time to. service engine soon light just came on.

Express · 06-03-2010, 12:54 PM

DIY.

Da_Meister_22 · 06-03-2010, 01:03 PM

How about the guys from active autowerke?

-garza- · 06-03-2010, 01:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by express705

DIY.

fix the car myself? i havent got a clue how to. even if i did i'd be to chicken shit to go under the hood. what if i cause major damage.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Da_Meister_22

How about the guys from active autowerke?

dont know were they are located. is it a specialty shop for mods or all around shop?

JohnSprm69 · 06-08-2010, 07:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Da_Meister_22

How about the guys from active autowerke?

they are expensive just as the dealer if not more

sucks cause they are 5 minutes from my house and would love to use them when my warranty goes out but is a no go for me, too expensive.

curlysue · 06-11-2010, 04:49 AM

I'm walking distance from active and I feel they're too expensive as well. However, the guys there are extremely knowledgable and at least they won't stiff you like the dealerships.

areckert · 07-07-2010, 12:55 PM

Is Pompano too far for you? If not I have a few places there.
Alan

MAZNG · 07-07-2010, 01:15 PM

++ on Active being expensive but they will be up front with you on what you need, etc. Just remember the old saying (which is usually very true), you get what you pay for.

Here's a post Active did over on M3post with the services they offer, pics of their facility, etc. Also keep in mind they're active (no pun intended) supporters of the forum which is all the more reason to treat you right since they know the power of the internet whereas most small places could care less or even some dealers for that matter.

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=351049

Razodo · 11-10-2011, 11:03 PM

Looking for good knowledgeable shop for regular service/maintenance on a BMW 335. I am taking my car to the track so I need brake service, plugs, and possible upgrades. Appreciate any suggestions in Miami/Ft. Lauderdale, hopefully not too expensive.

MPI_Jack · 11-11-2011, 06:05 PM

I can do service and repairs if needed at a very reasonable cost with very high quality work and 100% honesty. Just PM me.

Express · 11-11-2011, 06:26 PM

slammered auto davie fl

dbudh001 · 11-11-2011, 10:38 PM

i too am looking for some info where i can just do small things like adding a FMIC , DPs, etc... something thats just a few hours at the most long -
somewhere perf between weston and aventura but where ever works

GetSomeE92 · 11-11-2011, 11:31 PM

Mike's BMW Service. He's in South Miami. Buddy of mine has used him for years and has nothing but good things to say. I've gone to him once so far and he has treated me right.

Razodo · 11-14-2011, 12:48 PM

Thanks, Mike's BMW Service looks promissing I will give them a call.

I couldn't find anything on Slammered auto.

dbudh001 · 04-13-2012, 04:44 PM

Perhaps we should use this thread and create a directory for SOUTH FLA reputable shops..with people that know their stuff and not looking to rip you offf
...will be needing one soon - had a fall out with this bmw master tech i know

fast4door · 04-13-2012, 05:13 PM

Eurowerks and Active Autowerke

Active is expensive but they do good work and they know what theyre doing..

Eurowerks is a little better on price and they also do very good work...Ask for John at Eurowerks, he a real cool guy and theyll take care of your car there..

dbudh001 · 04-13-2012, 05:14 PM

ive heard about Eurowerks ..ive never been there though
will consider them - any idea what their hourly rate is ?

JTILAK07 · 04-16-2012, 08:52 AM

Hey my dad owns a mechanic shop in downtown fort lauderdale. We been in business for over 15+ years at same location. Great work and great prices. If you're interested the info there is:
Mr. D's Auto Sales&Repair
20 Nw 9th Ave
Fort lauderdale,FL,33311
954-560-1690

We specialize in european vehicles but do repairs on all makes and models.

06-01-2010, 08:19 AM	#1
-garza- Private 9 Rep 52 Posts Drives: 2006 330i sedan Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: miami fl iTrader: (0)	dealer vs outside mech miami my maintinance warranty is ending in janurary and was wondering if any one knew any good mechanics or shops that did good work? any advice would really help since iv only owned the car since march.
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-garza- Private 9 Rep 52 Posts Drives: 2006 330i sedan Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: miami fl iTrader: (0)	everything and anything really. i know the dealer charges an arm and a leg to do work and was wondering if I'd be better off going to a mechanic or specialty shop
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06-03-2010, 01:25 AM	#4
curlysue MURDA_M 2 Rep 84 Posts Drives: SGE90 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami iTrader: (5)	I've use the BMW specialist since I bought my car. I don't let anyone else touch my car except for my dedicated mechanic. Here's his info. Bmw Specialist Inc 10775 SW 190th St, Cutler Bay, FL 33157-7631 3052540606 __________________ cRly Sue
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06-03-2010, 07:11 AM	#5
-garza- Private 9 Rep 52 Posts Drives: 2006 330i sedan Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: miami fl iTrader: (0)	thank you. just in time to. service engine soon light just came on.
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06-03-2010, 12:54 PM	#6
Express Major General 369 Rep 8,693 Posts Drives: 06 330i Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: The Promise Land iTrader: (17) Garage List 2006 BMW 330i [8.30]	DIY.
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06-03-2010, 01:03 PM	#7
Da_Meister_22 Lieutenant Colonel 208 Rep 1,557 Posts Drives: F10 M5 & F85 X5M Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Miami, FL iTrader: (2) Garage List 2016 BMW X5 M (F85) [9.50] 2013 BMW M5 (F10) [10.00]	How about the guys from active autowerke? __________________ AW F10 ///M5 AW F85 X5///M BootMode3 STG 2///Project-Gamma Intakes///ActiveAutowerke DPs///Maxton-Design Body Kit @MeisterAutosport @RatedMClub @RatedMRally
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06-11-2010, 04:49 AM	#10
curlysue MURDA_M 2 Rep 84 Posts Drives: SGE90 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami iTrader: (5)	I'm walking distance from active and I feel they're too expensive as well. However, the guys there are extremely knowledgable and at least they won't stiff you like the dealerships. __________________ cRly Sue
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07-07-2010, 12:55 PM	#11
areckert New Member 1 Rep 8 Posts Drives: 2010 335i Coupe Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: South Florida, Fl iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010 335i Coupe [0.00]	Is Pompano too far for you? If not I have a few places there. Alan
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07-07-2010, 01:15 PM	#12
MAZNG I found Jesus...He was Hiding behiind my Sofa 69 Rep 957 Posts Drives: '15 MW F82 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: SoFla iTrader: (14)	++ on Active being expensive but they will be up front with you on what you need, etc. Just remember the old saying (which is usually very true), you get what you pay for. Here's a post Active did over on M3post with the services they offer, pics of their facility, etc. Also keep in mind they're active (no pun intended) supporters of the forum which is all the more reason to treat you right since they know the power of the internet whereas most small places could care less or even some dealers for that matter. http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=351049 __________________ ///M South Car Club on Facebook
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11-10-2011, 11:03 PM	#13
Razodo Enlisted Member 0 Rep 35 Posts Drives: '08 335i Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Miami iTrader: (0)	Looking for good knowledgeable shop for regular service/maintenance on a BMW 335. I am taking my car to the track so I need brake service, plugs, and possible upgrades. Appreciate any suggestions in Miami/Ft. Lauderdale, hopefully not too expensive.
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11-11-2011, 06:05 PM	#14
MPI_Jack Private First Class 20 Rep 143 Posts Drives: '15 X1 35i , '02 530i(turbo) Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Miami, FL iTrader: (0)	I can do service and repairs if needed at a very reasonable cost with very high quality work and 100% honesty. Just PM me. __________________ '15 E84 X1 35i M Sport MPI DME Flash - K&N drop in - MPI Chargepipe - Oil T-stat valve - ETS 5" I/C - N54tuning 3.5" downpipe - catless mid section - Dinan 135i rear exhaust - Apex ARC8 18x9/10(255/295 tires) - H&R Sports - Bilstein B6's - F3x M Performance brakes '02 E39 530i 624whp/558ft-lbs @23psi
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11-11-2011, 06:26 PM	#15
Express Major General 369 Rep 8,693 Posts Drives: 06 330i Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: The Promise Land iTrader: (17) Garage List 2006 BMW 330i [8.30]	slammered auto davie fl
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11-11-2011, 10:38 PM	#16
dbudh001 Lieutenant 88 Rep 559 Posts Drives: m4cs 2020 Join Date: May 2010 Location: west palm vesch iTrader: (1)	i too am looking for some info where i can just do small things like adding a FMIC , DPs, etc... something thats just a few hours at the most long - somewhere perf between weston and aventura but where ever works
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11-11-2011, 11:31 PM	#17
GetSomeE92 Major 36 Rep 1,176 Posts Drives: '09 Space Gray E92 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Miami, FL iTrader: (7)	Mike's BMW Service. He's in South Miami. Buddy of mine has used him for years and has nothing but good things to say. I've gone to him once so far and he has treated me right.
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11-14-2011, 12:48 PM	#18
Razodo Enlisted Member 0 Rep 35 Posts Drives: '08 335i Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Miami iTrader: (0)	Thanks, Mike's BMW Service looks promissing I will give them a call. I couldn't find anything on Slammered auto.
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04-13-2012, 04:44 PM	#19
dbudh001 Lieutenant 88 Rep 559 Posts Drives: m4cs 2020 Join Date: May 2010 Location: west palm vesch iTrader: (1)	Perhaps we should use this thread and create a directory for SOUTH FLA reputable shops..with people that know their stuff and not looking to rip you offf ...will be needing one soon - had a fall out with this bmw master tech i know
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04-13-2012, 05:13 PM	#20
fast4door Captain 29 Rep 802 Posts Drives: E60 M5 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Davie, FL iTrader: (3)	Eurowerks and Active Autowerke Active is expensive but they do good work and they know what theyre doing.. Eurowerks is a little better on price and they also do very good work...Ask for John at Eurowerks, he a real cool guy and theyll take care of your car there..
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04-13-2012, 05:14 PM	#21
dbudh001 Lieutenant 88 Rep 559 Posts Drives: m4cs 2020 Join Date: May 2010 Location: west palm vesch iTrader: (1)	ive heard about Eurowerks ..ive never been there though will consider them - any idea what their hourly rate is ?
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04-16-2012, 08:52 AM	#22
JTILAK07 First Lieutenant 5 Rep 344 Posts Drives: 09 E93 CR. Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Orlando/Fort Lauderdale, FL iTrader: (4) Garage List 2013 Jaguar XF Premium [0.00] 2011 Chevyrolet Ava ... [0.00] 2009 335i Vert [0.00]	Hey my dad owns a mechanic shop in downtown fort lauderdale. We been in business for over 15+ years at same location. Great work and great prices. If you're interested the info there is: Mr. D's Auto Sales&Repair 20 Nw 9th Ave Fort lauderdale,FL,33311 954-560-1690 We specialize in european vehicles but do repairs on all makes and models. __________________ All Body work/ mechanical repairs/details/car sales. Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL. jtilako7 -->Instagram
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