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eurobimmerman99
06-02-2004, 12:45 PM
Anyone have a good reasonable priced mechanic for their e 30 they can recommend? Thanks in advance.
fastbmw
06-02-2004, 01:53 PM
pemberton motors on main and 23rd. Ask for Rudy or Carl. They usually specialize in VW and Porsche but they've worked on my family's BMW's for years. Tell them alex sent you.
Mike 91 318ic
06-02-2004, 04:31 PM
Don't go to mario's on clark and stay away from bimmerhause on marine. If Alex says his shop is good I'd trust his judgement. I take mine to CG and Van. auto.

M
fastbmw
06-02-2004, 04:58 PM
I've been to CG and they are great, the only downside is they are quite far from where I live and they are quite a bit more expensive than pemberton. But then again CG is one of the best BMW specialty shops in the lower mainland.
vr6_boyee
06-02-2004, 06:08 PM
I've been to CG and they are great, the only downside is they are quite far from where I live and they are quite a bit more expensive than pemberton. But then again CG is one of the best BMW specialty shops in the lower mainland.


I agree too, they charge quite a bit but I understand they are good. I've gone to Nixen and I seem to like them so far. :thumbs:
E30Ty
06-03-2004, 10:13 AM
I remember CG used to be cheaper years ago, but their prices seem to have gone up quite a bit over the last few years. They are one of the best though.
eurobimmerman99
06-07-2004, 05:06 PM
I've been to CG and they are great, the only downside is they are quite far from where I live and they are quite a bit more expensive than pemberton. But then again CG is one of the best BMW specialty shops in the lower mainland.


CG? I cant find a shop called cg on telus, do you have a tel number and name by chance?
eurobimmerman99
06-07-2004, 05:07 PM
I agree too, they charge quite a bit but I understand they are good. I've gone to Nixen and I seem to like them so far. :thumbs:


Cant find Nixen either....do you have a name and number?
E30Ty
06-07-2004, 09:28 PM
Here's a link to CG, not sure about Nixon...

http://www.cgmotorsports.com/
motoyen
06-08-2004, 04:05 PM
Nixon Automotive used to be owned by Ray Nixon. He has since retired and sold his shop. I'm not sure if the new owners changed the name or not.
arthurmchan
08-08-2006, 11:35 PM
Just resurrecting this thread... I'm looking for a shop to replace a control arm bushing - pretty easy job, I just don't have the time. Any recommendations (or re-recommendations) for a place near downtown Vancouver?

I've been happy with Nixon's work but they are pretty booked and a little far away.

Thanks.
Mike 91 318ic
08-09-2006, 10:48 AM
Call the BMW store, they're not too costly and you know it'll be done right with good parts.

Just resurrecting this thread... I'm looking for a shop to replace a control arm bushing - pretty easy job, I just don't have the time. Any recommendations (or re-recommendations) for a place near downtown Vancouver?

I've been happy with Nixon's work but they are pretty booked and a little far away.

Thanks.
edwinelisia
08-09-2006, 12:21 PM
Speaking of control arm bushing. Whats the lubricants name for sliding the bushing ? and who sell those locally ?
murphymurf
08-09-2006, 12:56 PM
Nixon Automotive used to be owned by Ray Nixon. He has since retired and sold his shop. I'm not sure if the new owners changed the name or not.


Nixon auto is still there.
www.nixonautomotive.com
Al Canuck
08-09-2006, 03:30 PM
Speaking of control arm bushing. Whats the lubricants name for sliding the bushing ? and who sell those locally ?

We use a little bit of Wurth silicone lube when we press them on. I have the bushings in stock, or a few minutes away if you need them.

Al
edwinelisia
08-09-2006, 04:32 PM
Ups, wrong message.