Where to get service done.......

[gjdavis 0]

Hey Guys,

Recently brought a freshly imported e46 320i sedan and its due for a service. Just wondering if anyone can recommend a decent place on the North Shore where we can get it done.

I read through the stickied thread 'BMW parts and service places' but the only place on there is Bella Motors, we took our e36 there a few times and they're too expensive for us.

Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

Justin

[BM WORLD 1261]

baverian motors . ernst

german automotive .

maybe even try gavin at hi-velocity

[smiddy 76]

Gavin at Hi velocity would be my choice, has all the gear and knowledge. Very Resonable prices. 09 4424451

[*Glenn* 854]

Hey Guys,

Recently brought a freshly imported e46 320i sedan and its due for a service. Just wondering if anyone can recommend a decent place on the North Shore where we can get it done.

I read through the stickied thread 'BMW parts and service places' but the only place on there is Bella Motors, we took our e36 there a few times and they're too expensive for us.

Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

Justin

What are your expectations regarding cost ? Most independants would charge between $250 & $300 to carry out a proper service on your E46 320 + any items that may require attention. If you expect lower costs for this work, it wont be getting done correctly. You will get a cheaper service from some of the "budget" type service centers, however it wont be done correctly and its doubtful that they will have the gear to check the control units or reset your service lights. They also wont have the experience to look for trouble areas and give you the proper, informed advice a specialist will give you. In the long term, if you pay a little more to have it done by someone with experience, listen, and take their advice regarding servicing and preventative maintenance and you will get more long term enjoyment from your vehicle.

Being a "fresh" import, there is probably a bit of catch up on previous servicing requirements that have never been carried out...ie: Coolant, brake fluid, pollen filter, diff oil and gearbox oil.

My advice would be... go to a specialist and don't be $$$ driven

Edited March 11, 2010 by *Glenn*

[sp8s 1]

What are your expectations regarding cost ? Most independants would charge between $250 & $300 to carry out a proper service on your E46 320 + any items that may require attention. If you expect lower costs for this work, it wont be getting done correctly. You will get a cheaper service from some of the "budget" type service centers, however it wont be done correctly and its doubtful that the will have the gear to check the control units or reset your service lights. They also wont have the experience to look for trouble areas and give you the proper, informed advice a specialist will give you. In the long term, if you pay a little more to have it done by someone with experience, listen, and take their advice regarding servicing and preventative maintenance and you will get more long term enjoyment from your vehicle.

Being a "fresh" import, there is probably a bit of catch up on previous servicing requirements that have never been carried out...ie: Coolant, brake fluid, pollen filter, diff oil and gearbox oil.

My advice would be... go to a specialist and don't be $$$ driven

My first service = $535.

Fresh imports suck

[JaseNZ 53]

I agree with Glenn 100% , My 325i is fresh off the boat and is booked in next week for Coolant flush and oil and filter, New cabin filter as well and trans and diff. Also a real good check over from top to toe, cost is around the $600 mark but i would rather pay that in preventative maintenance than 2k plus if something drastic goes wrong.

[Wom 0]

just wait until you need an inspection 2 done, now that's expensive depending on how much needs replacing

[gjdavis 0]

What are your expectations regarding cost ? Most independants would charge between $250 & $300 to carry out a proper service on your E46 320 + any items that may require attention. If you expect lower costs for this work, it wont be getting done correctly. You will get a cheaper service from some of the "budget" type service centers, however it wont be done correctly and its doubtful that the will have the gear to check the control units or reset your service lights. They also wont have the experience to look for trouble areas and give you the proper, informed advice a specialist will give you. In the long term, if you pay a little more to have it done by someone with experience, listen, and take their advice regarding servicing and preventative maintenance and you will get more long term enjoyment from your vehicle.

Being a "fresh" import, there is probably a bit of catch up on previous servicing requirements that have never been carried out...ie: Coolant, brake fluid, pollen filter, diff oil and gearbox oil.

My advice would be... go to a specialist and don't be $$$ driven

Definately don't want to go to a 'budget' servicing place so was seeing if there was a European specialist place that wasn't too expensive.

Agree with all your points we don't want to be cutting any corners! Thanks Glenn.

[gjdavis 0]

baverian motors . ernst

german automotive .

maybe even try gavin at hi-velocity

Gavin at Hi velocity would be my choice, has all the gear and knowledge. Very Resonable prices. 09 4424451

Thanks guys for the suggestions will be phoning all those places.

[cliffdunedin 8]

Sorry to jack a thread, but i have the same question...but for in Dunedin?

looking for somewhere decent to get a good service...i know BMW/Cook Howlson will be through the teeth and there are plenty of good mechanic shops around but would prefer somewhere that specialises in Euros.

Thanks guys

[antil33t 90]

European Auto Services, on Jutland Street.

[deeveus 81]

Sorry to jack a thread, but i have the same question...but for in Dunedin?

looking for somewhere decent to get a good service...i know BMW/Cook Howlson will be through the teeth and there are plenty of good mechanic shops around but would prefer somewhere that specialises in Euros.

Thanks guys

I've always taken all my euro stuff to K.G McLeod in Waverley. He's a gun up there (Alan) he can tell you what the fault is by hearing it or within minutes of you arriving, how much it will roughly cost and how long. They are also very cheap.

[cliffdunedin 8]

Cheers mate, I have never heard of them but will definitely book in for a service in the next few weeks.

[deeveus 81]

Cheers mate, I have never heard of them but will definitely book in for a service in the next few weeks.

Be prepared to book ahead, they are usually very busy.

[antil33t 90]

They were quite busy when my car decided to drop water all over their forecourt, also helpful A++

[cliffdunedin 8]

Be prepared to book ahead, they are usually very busy.

Will get on the blower now! Cheers boys

[Moto 0]

Just a quick note I went to Bravarian mototrs I found them very resonable in regards to price, Saved $300 bucks having my steering wheel air bag sensor done.

But I had my rocket covers done there and when I went back 6-8 months later for a service the first thing I was told was my rocket covers needed replacing?? Hummm that made me think.....