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Kendo · **Posted:** Sat Apr 18, 2009 13:58

http://www.mstyle.co.uk/

Bought new bonet, boot and M badges for the M5...

Mentioned i was part of this forum gave me tenner off and free Delivery. Said he would do same for any Forum member here so thought i would post it.

(No black Kidney's in stock though...

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eddie · **Posted:** Mon Apr 20, 2009 18:17

Great place in York for excellent service, friendly advice and very reasonable prices,

Automotive Solutions (Paul Reynolds)
Unit 22 Evans Business Centre
York Business Park
Great North Way
Nether Poppleton
York
YO26 6RB

Telephone: 01904 792652
Mobile: 07949 706 465

http://www.automotivesolutionsyork.co.uk/

RockyBalboa-UK · **Joined:** Thu Nov 24, 2005 10:04 **Posts:** 413

Hi

Just passing on my recommendation of HBH Motors who are based in Handsworth, Birmingham.

The main man (Ken) was previously a chief mechanic for RSJ Motors (also highly recommended and based in Birmingham). He now works from his own extensive back yard and hence, has great prices to match.

Most work undertaken from simple services to complete engine changes and you can supply your own oil/parts and just get him to do the work you ask. He specialises in pre-2005 models and has a 380,000 mile E34 540i himself!

Please call him on 07931 604354 and if you say that mak sent you, he will look after you very much!

biggeezer · **Posted:** Mon May 11, 2009 13:58

[quote="camoscato"]Barry Jones Auto Centre
Independant BMW & Mini Specialist
Stevenage SG1 4QT
Paul
01438 316 663

http://www.barryjonesautocentre.com/index.htm

The latch mechanism on the passenger side door of my 1998 523i was acting up this morning, and the door wouldn't stay closed. Paul at Barry Jones said they were pretty busy, but just to pop by whenever and he'd take a look at it. When I got there, he was able to get the latch working again in about 10 seconds (it may have been frozen this morning). He then lubed up the mechanisms of the passenger side and driver side door. When I asked him how much it'd cost, he thought for a moment before replying, "Oh, just a couple quid."

So in short, friendly on the phone, quickly solved the problem, helped prevent the problem recurring, and didn't gouge me on the price.[/quote]

[quote="duncan-uk"]BJA seconded - used him twice now and will again[/quote]

And thirded . I used them for my E34 and now for my E39. Genuine nice honest guys who will always try and aqueeze you in or have a look even when extremley busy

waynester · **Joined:** Tue Mar 11, 2008 10:20 **Posts:** 44

I have to recommend these guys. They recently sorted some issues with my BMW for a 1/3 of the price the main dealer wanted.
They did some welding on my TVR's exhaust manifold..and didn't charge me!
They spent a few hours with my BMW last week checking for a water leak (which i thought i had), they pressure tested the car hot & cold etc...no charge again!

Tope fellas too.

http://www.pitstopmotoristcentre.com/

Maca · **Joined:** Mon May 18, 2009 16:19 **Posts:** 2300

BMW Specialist / Breaker in High Wycombe

I use these guys and have done for as long as I can remember. The owners name is TIM and he's a top bloke.
He can 99% of the time tell you whats wrong with your 5 (in fact most beemers) just by listening to it. The rest of the guys their are 1st class too, best not forget to mention Tim's wife who also works there.

Any way their prices are good, knoledge is top draw, courtasy cars if needed & so on. Also does insurance work.

He's always breaking E34's 39's 32's 30's and newer stuff and will ship.

TCS Auto Engineers
Unit 5A
Abercromby Industrial Estate
High Wycombe
Bucks
HP12 3BD

Tel: 01494 436242
email: bmw.spares@tcsautos.co.uk

Ask for Tim and say Paul sent you

alun · **Posted:** Fri May 29, 2009 18:46

The Wheel Specialist (All Over UK) - I used the Glasgow Branch.

bmminiparts · **Posted:** Sat May 30, 2009 09:32

Mazi wrote:

Nobody in Scotland?
I used Deutchmarque in Edinburgh who charged me £340 for an insp2, bit steep when some BMW dealers charge less for older cars. Shame I dont have any such BMW dealers that are implementing the four plus scheme in Edinburgh, they wanted £550 for insp2.
Deutch marque do have good reputation though and are the largest independent BMW dealers in Scotland

Stu at M3 Motor Co near Bathgate 01506 811999. If you could mention Toby recommended you.

pauliexjr · **Posted:** Sun May 31, 2009 06:55

[quote="Mazi"]Nobody in Scotland?Deutch marque do have good reputation though and are the largest independent BMW dealers in Scotland[/quote]

Not according to this web-site! http://www.unixnerd.demon.co.uk/garages_scot.html To be fair, the last review was October 2008, things might have changed. Personally if you're local I'd go with Toby's recommendation, Stuart and Annie are friendly and helpful and always deliver on time.

Mukul · **Joined:** Wed Apr 19, 2006 15:10 **Posts:** 131

If anybody needs a good indy BMW specialist based in essex/london then give MStyle a shout on 0208 598 9115. They breathe BMW's all models and are always in top BMW magazines and there prices is reasonable. They can do everything from styling, bodywork, servicing, repairs, alloy wheels to unique custom stuff. I have had lots of work done there and have no problems recommending them. If anyone else needs more inforamtion then please feel free to PM me. They do have a website but not sure if I can post it here and if you do go through to Mstyle then please say that Mukul recommended you from BMW 5 series board.

website is http://www.mstyle.co.uk/

catboy · **Posted:** Thu Jun 11, 2009 10:21

Not sure whether its been posted already, but Stuart East who is based just south of Newarke (village called Farnham on A46.. NG24 3SE) is superb..
Used him loads for BMW's and Mercs, new and old

01636-611117

J1MMY · **Posted:** Sun Jun 14, 2009 13:57

Has anyone used Beemer Redeemer in Kenysham Nr. Bristol? Wondering if they are worth a visit or a bunch of robbing pikey's like so many "specialist" breakers I have had the misfortune of dealing with locally.

carnageG · **Joined:** Wed Jan 21, 2009 20:46 **Posts:** 59

Folks, having just moved from Glasgow to Stockport, looking for an indy to avoid a $tealer at all costs. Can anyone confim if BMTec Manchester, recommended earlier on, is the same one that is 87-88 Cross Street, just outside the city centre?

Cheers

alpinaman · **Posted:** Mon Aug 03, 2009 18:46

Where abouts in Stockport are you Carnage ??

Your not far from us !!

carnageG · **Joined:** Wed Jan 21, 2009 20:46 **Posts:** 59

just off the A6, one of the Heatons, who is 'us'? lol

Grizzle_E60 · **Posted:** Tue Aug 11, 2009 21:35

alun wrote:

The Wheel Specialist (All Over UK) - I used the Glasgow Branch.

Your having a laugh???

These guys couldnt refurb a bathroom never mind wheels i took my MV's into them guy was initially ok then after the hassle i had with them gave me all sorts abuse over the phone threatening also

Pics of the wheels

Also Deutche marques are cowboys tried to sell me a 530d SE which turned out to have been in a serious accident luckily i walked away.

mmm-five · **Posted:** Wed Aug 12, 2009 10:07

Can't recommend Darjac Racing enough, and I even complete a 460 mile round trip from Liverpool each time I need something doing on my Z4MC (and formerly my e34 M5).

Methodological approach to fault finding, constant status updates, always available to answer questions and a genuinely nice guy running it.

Also gets great reviews on M5Board.com

Goodwrench · **Joined:** Fri May 08, 2009 15:31 **Posts:** 30

Has anyone tried A1 BMW Specialists based near Stevenage ? I am looking for an inde near SG4 Hertfordshire

Matt UK · **Posted:** Tue Oct 06, 2009 20:44

Used these guys today and certainly recommend them and will definitely be using them again. I dealt with Gary – top bloke who knows his stuff.

Friendly, sensible pricing, knowledgeable and a real enthusiasm / passion for all things BMW - what more could you want from a specialist?

Based in Kent.

http://www.handcmotors.co.uk/

e39london · **Joined:** Mon Nov 16, 2009 10:11 **Posts:** 11

Has anyone had any experience of Custom Werks for servicing in Hayes? I am looking at getting an Inspection 2 done shortly.

Your views/opinions would be greatly appreciated.

Many thanks.

alun · **Posted:** Thu Jan 07, 2010 09:44

Grizzle_E60 wrote:

alun wrote:

The Wheel Specialist (All Over UK) - I used the Glasgow Branch.

Your having a laugh???

Eh, No. Are you? Just because you didn't receive good service doesn't meant I didn't.

Badshot · **Joined:** Thu Jan 21, 2010 13:24 **Posts:** 45

[quote="sanjx"]Camskill tyres in Cumbria. Excellent next day service and competitive prices too-Price match online with ANYONE![/quote]

I second that, have used them in the past and they provide an excellant service, and prices are keen too!

RockyBalboa-UK · **Joined:** Thu Nov 24, 2005 10:04 **Posts:** 413

[quote="e39london"]Has anyone had any experience of Custom Werks for servicing in Hayes? I am looking at getting an Inspection 2 done shortly.

Your views/opinions would be greatly appreciated.

Many thanks.[/quote]

Mixed opinions. Some people say amazing and great service, some say the opposite.

Kevy D · **Posted:** Wed May 19, 2010 12:58

I highly recommend:

DARREN WOOD BMW SPECIALISTS,
Bredbury, Stockport
0161 425 7403

These guys (Darren and Mike) are feckin awesome! They're both skilled ex-BMW mechanics with what I can only describe as a genuine love of BMWs (and knowledge too).
They've always gone the extra mile for me and really know their stuff.

Can't speak highly enough of these guys..... they recently travelled about 20 miles to my house to fix my motor rather than me spending on recovery.

inkiboo · **Joined:** Fri Jul 02, 2010 18:23 **Posts:** 30

P&R BMW in Hayes. Paul and Rob, both brilliant.

www.prbmw.co.uk

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