NorCal autoshop not knowing the parts??

wp326 · 03-31-2011, 05:36 PM

Hi guys, i called a few shops for install quotes:
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=46360

Bavarian Motorsport (maintenance)
-247 Houret Drive
-Milpitas, CA 95035
-408.956.1662

TC Design (race prep, corner balance, alignments)
-1747 Houret Court
-Milpitas, CA 95035
-408.956.1526

They have no idea what parts are in the BMW performance suspension kit. I am just shocked....
Doesn't this seem weird?? They never installed that kit? never ever?
If that's the case, I am not bring my car there.

Joonsup · 03-31-2011, 05:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wp326

Hi guys, i called a few shops for install quotes:
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=46360

Bavarian Motorsport (maintenance)
-247 Houret Drive
-Milpitas, CA 95035
-408.956.1662

TC Design (race prep, corner balance, alignments)
-1747 Houret Court
-Milpitas, CA 95035
-408.956.1526

They have no idea what parts are in the BMW performance suspension kit. I am just shocked....
Doesn't this seem weird?? They never installed that kit? never ever?
If that's the case, I am not bring my car there.

What's so special about the BMW performance suspension kit? PM Phuong to get a quote

vgtek · 03-31-2011, 06:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Nick@DetailAddict

What's so special about the BMW performance suspension kit? PM Phuong to get a quote

+1

JGMODS · 03-31-2011, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by vgtek

+1

+10

Or also hit up sonicMS in mountain view, CA

wp326 · 03-31-2011, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Jay@ModProjeKt.com

+10

Or also hit up sonicMS in mountain view, CA

Is this it?
Sonic Motorsports (alignments)
-1045 West El Camino Real
-Mountain View, CA 94040
-650.691.9000

JGMODS · 03-31-2011, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by wp326

Is this it?
Sonic Motorsports (alignments)
-1045 West El Camino Real
-Mountain View, CA 94040
-650.691.9000

Yes just talk to Art or Cal and let them know Jay at Modprojekt sent ya .

wp326 · 03-31-2011, 06:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jay@ModProjeKt.com

Yes just talk to Art or Cal and let them know Jay at Modprojekt sent ya .

1045 West El Camino Real
Mountain View, CA 94040-2515
NEW PHONE NUMBER: (650) 733-6506

Just called them... a few times actually. no one is available?

wp326 · 03-31-2011, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by vgtek

+1

dr. phounger?

VTECaddict · 03-31-2011, 07:02 PM

I think you are expecting too much. Maybe shops like LTBMW that deal mostly with E9x cars will know what you're talking about, but these shops work on a variety of cars from all makes, models, years, etc. You can't expect them to memorize the parts/accessory/performance catalog for your specific 2006 330i. Especially when you just call in and ask whoever picks up the phone.

Suspension is going to be suspension. There's nothing really unique or special about the BMW Perf kit that requires special knowledge or skill or anything. As long as they're a reputable shop and they've installed SOME type of suspension on your type of car before, then there should be no problem.

ihvabmr · 03-31-2011, 08:08 PM

Bavarian Motorsport mainly does maintenance, not really into modifications and such. Don't let that deter you away from them as they are very knowledgeable about BMW's.

JGMODS · 03-31-2011, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by wp326

1045 West El Camino Real
Mountain View, CA 94040-2515
NEW PHONE NUMBER: (650) 733-6506

Just called them... a few times actually. no one is available?

They close around 5-5:30, try tomorrow they open around 10:30, only place I ever take my bmws.

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VTECaddict Where'd my VTEC go? 481 Rep 6,067 Posts Drives: 06 330i 6MT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Seattle, WA iTrader: (4)	I think you are expecting too much. Maybe shops like LTBMW that deal mostly with E9x cars will know what you're talking about, but these shops work on a variety of cars from all makes, models, years, etc. You can't expect them to memorize the parts/accessory/performance catalog for your specific 2006 330i. Especially when you just call in and ask whoever picks up the phone. Suspension is going to be suspension. There's nothing really unique or special about the BMW Perf kit that requires special knowledge or skill or anything. As long as they're a reputable shop and they've installed SOME type of suspension on your type of car before, then there should be no problem. __________________ AW/Terra \| ZSP \| ZPP \| ZCW \| iDrive \| CA Mods: BC BR coilovers \| Blacklines \| M-tech rear \| dual exhaust \| M3 steering wheel \| BMW SSK \| ZHP shift knob \| High-kick CF spoiler \| NBT Retrofit M3 front control arms \| M3 rear guide rods \| Manzo rear toe and camber links \| Monroe rear shock mounts \| Varrstoen ES1 19x9.5+20 Front, 19x11+25 rear
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ihvabmr Lieutenant 19 Rep 411 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Earth iTrader: (4)	Bavarian Motorsport mainly does maintenance, not really into modifications and such. Don't let that deter you away from them as they are very knowledgeable about BMW's.
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