good mechanic in north san diego? - The Unofficial BMW M5 Messageboard (m5board.com)

fortyto5 · 18th August 2004, 02:42

hope someone can help:
just found out from bmw that i need a new steering rack and rear ball joints for my 540. its $2500 worth of work. the car has gone to the dealer for everything since it was born. im thinking it might be time to check out an independant shop for the maintenance. i live in encinitas, ca. anyone out there with a recommendation?
thanks

pmarble · 31st October 2004, 03:47

I have used All German Auto in Escondido.

They were able to fix an electrical fault that several other shops could not fix. When certain electrical parts were replaced and later found to not be the problem, they removed the new parts and did not charge for them.

The owner of the shop is an avid racer and many of the customers are hard-core BMW enthusiasts. It's a first class shop.

I don't think you will find a more competent and reliable shop in the north San Diego area. I think it's worth the 20-30 minute drive from your home.

Robert1131 · 2nd December 2004, 09:40

Foriegn Auto Service is in Ramona. Mike, the owner, is also an instructor for my company (Snap-On Tools).

jhendershaw · 27th June 2005, 05:31

Dennis Sherman BMW off of the 8 East is extremely cheap labor and the guys do great work. Only cost me $1100 for a brand new clutch installed and an oil change on the M5. I'd go check it out.

Best Regards,

Jason of Escondido