[jmanhas]

I'm just wondering if anyone has any recommendations to local shops that work on E46 BMW's other than CG motorsports and Nixon Automotive. I've been to CG before and didn't have a very good experience with them.

Looking to get some work done to my car, but don't really want to have my wallet raped lol

[iHeat]

bmw = break my wallet

[Geoc]

Performance one. Not exactly cheap, but still reasonable.

[ncrx]

aria auto in richmond :D

[!Aznboi128]

nixon's pricing isn't bad....

[Bender Unit]

TSS has pretty good knowledge of E46.
couple of RSers brought theirs M3 there before.
They can fill you in their experiences

[jmanhas]

TTS has pretty good knowledge of E46.
couple of RSers brought theirs M3 there before.
They can fill you in their experiences

Where is TTS? or did you mean TSS (Speed Syndicate)?




Nixon's rate is around 120$/hr..I guess that pricing is pretty standard.
Just trying to explore my other options before bringing my car there

[!Aznboi128]

nixon does deals so be nice and say "OH MAN MY BUDDY WITH HIS M3 SUGGESTED YOU GUYS!"

he might say "that's everyone" but hey you never know

[Super Dipper]

Sent my cousin to the speed syndicate when he moved off the island. Nothing but good things to say about the shop.

[StanleyR]

this guy has some decent info. He's kinda retarded and crazy, but his info is correct

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EZbAi7bfMNw

IMO, e46's aren't new technology (neither are e36's), so you don't need a "Certified BMW" shop working on it. It's just an excuse for them to charge you more.
Also, I've tried a recent shop with a younger experienced mechanic on e30's and despite his knowledge on my car, I ended up not impressed (I guess I got what I paid for)

That being said, (fail me all you want) but I'm not trusting my stock e30 to some young 20 something punk again!


On that note, I've heard good things about Kon's auto repair.

[westopher]

I got your PM but figured I'd just answer here. I'm gonna say it depends on the issue with the car. If its something I can't find any info about anywhere and I've got no idea what is going on, I'll probably go to CG. Its fucking pricey, but they are so experienced, so they are going to get through the trouble shooting quickly. I've spent more money there than I've cared to, but they went well above and beyond in handing back over a car I can be confident in. I wouldn't pay their prices if its a common problem, as if I have some knowledge on it, other shops will too and it will likely be much cheaper somewhere else.

The other option I'd never hesitate to recommend is TSS. I don't think a bad experience exists with this shop. Trustworthy beyond any shop I've been to, and I know they have had lots of e36/e46 m3 experience, as I've seen a few at the shop. Its a bit more reasonable with pricing.

I don't know why nixon is highly rated. I've had a hassle with them buying parts and some poor info given by them. No experience myself taking my car in there though. Heard complaints from friends though about pricing and repairs that just weren't up to snuff.

Also I'm happy with Blitzkrieg, but I think they are better for more general stuff like suspension, brakes, etc. They aren't as in the BMW world as porsches and VWs and they aren't cheap so I'd likely go to CG or TSS. That said they are close to my house and great guys and I'll still go there if its straightforward stuff.

I've never been to Aria but see them on Facebook posting work and they seem like they have had lots of M-cars through there.

TL/dR
TSS=CG (depending on problem)>Blitzkrieg>Aria

[ncrx]

one of the mechanics at aria himself owns an e46 m3
just did a full subframe weld in repair
doesnt hurt to go by and check them out

[Timpo]

http://www.qualimet.ca/project-photos/6053-228.jpg
http://product-images.imshopping.com/nimblebuy/canadian-tire-burlington-january-30-2014-halton-1002032-regular.jpg

[knight604]

Stop stop inc (http://www.yellowpages.ca/bus/British-Columbia/Burnaby/Stop-Stop-Inc/6439412.html) Euros only by brentwood.

[The_AK]

curious, what are you planning on getting done on your car anyways? e46 owner checking in

[makhna]

GAS in Surrey...

[Mr.C]

I'm just wondering if anyone has any recommendations to local shops that work on E46 BMW's other than CG motorsports and Nixon Automotive. I've been to CG before and didn't have a very good experience with them.

Looking to get some work done to my car, but don't really want to have my wallet raped lol

Werner's Auto Klinik in Delta has always been pretty reasonable.