Looking for mechanic for BMW next to Irvine (Costa Mesa, Laguna: to buy, prices)

[olegk]

Hi guys,
Looking for mechanic to work on my BMW X-5. Preferably close to Irvine.
Thanks

[bhcompy]

well, Irvine BMW has a respectable service debt. Right at the El Toro Y on the south side of the 405

[killer2021]

What does the car need, exactly? I would take it to some place that specializes in that specific service.

Most of these dealerships will nickle and dime you. Two scratches - $2,000. New brakes - $1,000 etc.

Make sure to get quotes from a couple places otherwise you will overpay, guarantee you.

I just got my bumper fixed because someone rear ended me. The bumper case was damaged so I needed that replaced and painted. I called 5 places. Got quotes for 500-800 then I found a guy who would fix it for 300 labor included.

[olegk]

I know Irvine BMW… Great service but pricing shoots through the roof.
Their service department revenue comes from warranty services/repairs
I need to perform 50K service.. Transmission fluid, engine oil, filter etc
I knew great guy he had a shop at I-5 and Crown Valley (Laguna Nugel).
http://www.ocautosites.com/JOHNSFOREIGNCAR/
Not anymore..

[OCADA]

I'd recommend an independent shop which will likely cut your bill in half. Check out Bullet Performance in Costa Mesa. They specialize in BMWs.

[olegk]

Originally Posted by OCADA

I'd recommend an independent shop which will likely cut your bill in half. Check out Bullet Performance in Costa Mesa. They specialize in BMWs.

Thanks for the hint!
Anything else?

[spartanic]

The cheapest route is to get a manual and do it yourself.

[tew]

How old is your car? Why not go to a dealership?

[olegk]

Originally Posted by tew

How old is your car? Why not go to a dealership?

Irvine BMW oil/filter change $300!!!!!
This guy
http://www.ocautosites.com/JOHNSFOREIGNCAR/
charges $100 with OEM filter.

[olegk]

Originally Posted by GGCR33PiN

i own a 2003 300i bmw and i was looking for a place to get my power steering pump replaced. ive loooked around a few indie dealers and the prices came out to 500 dollars for the part not including labor so you know its gonna be like 600-700 dollas. DIY are also good i just did my brakes last week and saved a few hundred dollars. ive been thinking about doing the same for the pump but i still have to buy it, which will still run to be about 500 dollars... does anyone know where i can find a pump for cheaper?

Try to give a call to guy I posted in previous message.