Looking for a recommended independent mechanic in LA / Orange counties -

[RITmusic2k]

So a post over at bf.c suggests that my car is in need of a DWE software upgrade to resolve a 2,800rpm hesitation under acceleration coupled with occasional poor idle. They suggested going to an independent BMW specialist shop to avoid costlier diagnostic fees...

Anybody in my neck o' the woods have a favorite shop they'd like to suggest to me?

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Let me ask around. I have San Diego covered. I have a lot of BMW friends who live in OC/LA. I will see who they use and who they trust.

[Smilez]

oh, nevermind marky mark.

i usually do my own repairs, but for software i have no idea.

[mwscircle]

why not drive it down to shane?

[Marcus-SanDiego]

This recommendation comes from Mariano Garcia, a good friend of mine:

"Pecora German Cars. I not only suggest it because he's my uncle, but because he does shit right and thorough without the condescending disposition of other places. Let him know Mariano sent you maybe it'll help. It's in Costa Mesa on Baker and the 405."

Mariano knows his BMWs and he does not trust anyone with his babies unless they're good. If he is recommending Pecora German Cars, then that's good enough for me. It's a winner in my book.

[RITmusic2k]

why not drive it down to shane?

I haven't yet been acquainted with Shane... but I'm all ears.

This recommendation comes from Mariano Garcia, a good friend of mine:

"Pecora German Cars. I not only suggest it because he's my uncle, but because he does shit right and thorough without the condescending disposition of other places. Let him know Mariano sent you maybe it'll help. It's in Costa Mesa on Baker and the 405."

Mariano knows his BMWs and he does not trust anyone with his babies unless they're good. If he is recommending Pecora German Cars, then that's good enough for me. It's a winner in my book.

Thanks for asking around! If I don't hear more about this Shane character I'll make my way straight there

[Marcus-SanDiego]

I haven't yet been acquainted with Shane... but I'm all ears.

Thanks for asking around! If I don't hear more about this Shane character I'll make my way straight there

Shane, quite simply, is one of the best BMW mechanics in Southern California. I've been using him for 10 years. His shop, EuroAutoSpot, is located in San Diego. Many of the forum members (not just our forum) use him.

[C Withers Media]

Shane was the first name I learned on arrival in San Diego. Nobody better in this area, but Pecora comes highly recommended as well.

[johnrando]

Autowerkstatt in Manhattan Beach. Not cheap, but honest, knows his stuff. Kenny is the owner, not the best "bedside manner" but that's besides the point. John

[RITmusic2k]

Thanks for the suggestion, John; if they maintain hours on the weekends I'll definitely check 'em out.

I called over to Pecora to see if I could get some quick work done today over my lunch break, but it sounds like he doesn't really operate that way; I'd need to drop the car off and let him get to it whenever is convenient for him. Still worth looking into, but I have to plan a little more ahead next time.