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taskmaster 03-31-2017 11:48 AM

Hi All. New to the forums and started here to see if anyone knows of a good Porsche mechanic in the Gainesville, FL area. I see plenty in Jacksonville and Daytona which are about 2 hours from me, but they appear to be sparse in my neck of the woods. Thanks so much!!

Anker 03-31-2017 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by taskmaster (Post 532174)
Hi All. New to the forums and started here to see if anyone knows of a good Porsche mechanic in the Gainesville, FL area. I see plenty in Jacksonville and Daytona which are about 2 hours from me, but they appear to be sparse in my neck of the woods. Thanks so much!!

How about these guys: Continental Imports

Their Web site blurb is:

Continental Imports has been serving Gainesville, Florida since 1978 as your premier Porsche specialist. Repairing and servicing European and Japanese makes including Mercedes Benz, BMW, Mini Cooper, Porsche, Audi/Volkswagen, Volvo, Saab, Smart Car and Jaguar with Honda, Acura, Lexus and Rolls Royce. We have become the largest independent Porsche auto repair shop in North Florida. Because of our commitment to total Porsche service, we have a wide range of services and repair options to help you.

taskmaster 04-01-2017 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Anker (Post 532203)
How about these guys: Continental Imports

Their Web site blurb is:

Continental Imports has been serving Gainesville, Florida since 1978 as your premier Porsche specialist. Repairing and servicing European and Japanese makes including Mercedes Benz, BMW, Mini Cooper, Porsche, Audi/Volkswagen, Volvo, Saab, Smart Car and Jaguar with Honda, Acura, Lexus and Rolls Royce. We have become the largest independent Porsche auto repair shop in North Florida. Because of our commitment to total Porsche service, we have a wide range of services and repair options to help you.

Thanks Anker. Someone else recommended them recently as well. Was wondering if anyone on the boards had used anyone in the Gainesville area?

jrgill 04-23-2017 06:19 AM

Independent Mechanic on Long Island
 
Can anyone please provide the name or names of good Porsche mechanics on eastern Long Island (Suffolk County)?

Thanks
Joe

98Blue 05-04-2017 03:21 PM

Hey, I called this shop to talk about fixing the top- it was stuck closed. I asked if they could help me make the top manual. They gave me two options: take in and pay them $400 to disconnect the motor and the ball joints or use the 19mm wrench on the v lever and do it myself. We need more authenticity like this. They are doing my oil and maintenance for sure.

STRANGEPOLLY 05-05-2017 05:49 AM

New 2004 s owner near cinti
 
I too recently left town and drove back in awesome boxster. Thanks for the insight of indy/dealer mechanics.. So far i have been able to do small mods/maint myself, but know i cant escape the inevatable repair i cant do myself...

dmwehlmann 05-12-2017 09:13 AM

Denver Area
 
Any recommendations for a shop in the Denver area?

986patrick 05-12-2017 03:21 PM

I prefer to do work myself but in San Jose, CA I have found that if you are looking for bang for your buck you go to the dealership. I have been pricing out the indys for trans, oil and brake service and none of them came close to the price at Stevens Creek Porsche. It's 280 to 350 for an oil change on a 2000 Boxster BASE at 3 of the top indys and you don't even get a loaner car. Whereas at the dealership is about $200 with my PCA discount and you get a Porsche loaner car for the day!

I have never seen this before with other brands and is a bit odd. I blame the rising costs of real estate... :(

No, I DO NOT work for the dealership.

MytinyBoxster 05-14-2017 01:55 AM

Looking for Porsche Specialist/Mechanic
 
Looking for a mechanic in the Staten Island, NY area my check engine light came on. 2002 base 2.7l w/48,000 miles - running fine.

michael_J_brown 05-15-2017 08:12 PM

What is the name of the de facto expert in Dallas?
 
I'm a long time Porsche owner and have owned a 911, a 914 (when I was 16 years old), a 928 S and two months ago bought my first Boxster. I restore cars as a hobby

Out of all these cars I think I have to say that the Boxster is my favorite, it's just a spectacularly good handling car and super fun to drive.

This Boxster is a 99 model with low mileage. I paid a modest premium because of the low mileage thinking I was going to get a car that would be in relatively good condition.
When I bought the car it was filthy and looked pretty bad but over the last month I've cleaned it up and it looks like it just rolled off the showroom floor but unfortunately mechanically I think the car has been neglected because In the few weeks I've owned it's been To Porsche three times and it's really starting to cost a fortune....

There are still issues I'm finding that I don't particularly want to tackle myself and I'm very picky about my cars so anyone that has the information of who is an expert and reasonable in the Dallas area would be greatly appreciated.

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RennBox 06-12-2017 08:46 PM

Looking for the best shop in the Sacramento area to do a PPI on a 97-98 Boxster. Would love to have a Porsche only shop take a look at it, but it seems as though IPB-Autosport may be my best bet?

I want to find a shop that can do a great, thorough PPI while also advising me on the way to converting the Boxster to a spec build for PCA club racing. Would be a big plus if there was a performance/racing shop in the area that someone could recommend. Thanks in advance..

flying scot 06-17-2017 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by dmwehlmann (Post 536961)
Any recommendations for a shop in the Denver area?

Dart Auto - did IMS on my car - alignment - ABS & cruise control - brakes - knowledgable - cost is reasonable

RebelPA 06-22-2017 04:41 AM

Hello, I'm a new Boxster owner in San Antonio. did you ever find a reliable/affordable mechanic for your Porsche?

valdorbeach 07-25-2017 10:38 AM

Looking for mechanic in Wake Forest, NC area
 
I am new to this group. I just bought a 2006 Boxster a few weeks ago with 32000 miles. Looking for a mechanic/garage (Raleigh or Wake Forest, NC area) to handle any potential issues I may run into. I don't mind if it's a mechanic that works out of his/her private garage. Just as long as they are trustworthy and do good work at a reasonable price. Thank you.

Ciao 08-06-2017 07:47 AM

PCA Membership
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by dmwehlmann (Post 536961)
Any recommendations for a shop in the Denver area?

Join PCA, a monthly magazine publishing various recommended Porche mechanics throughout Denver, Lakewood, Littleton, Ft Collins, etc areas.

TomKimbrough 08-17-2017 02:18 AM

Hopefully, Chris/Deserion will answer this since he lives nearby, but does anyone have a preference between Omega Motorsports, Pulse Racing and Technical Dimensions in Jacksonville, FL?

Ramzes555 11-30-2017 04:21 AM

Hi Jack my porsche boxster 3.4 custom 490 hp 3.3 0-60 was made in 2012 I fell in love with this car, and before this was porsche boxster 2.0 265hp made in 2007 and I can say that the new machine is much better and less likely to break. Very cool of course gift to his son, probably he is a fine fellow), I can advise you only what is better to take with 4 doors, since it will be easier, but I think you will make the right choice. With regard to insurance, I have been working as an insurance broker for many years and I can advise you to read this site. Http: //www.cheapautoinsurance.com/ How much I would not look for different sites, on this you will find the most current insurance and information about them.
And yes I think you can take his car =)
Good luck!

impboy 02-23-2018 04:46 PM

Eurospec in North County San Diego
 
Go see Tom at Eurospec in Escondido. He's as honest as they come. I've been going to him for about 10 years now. :)

Shawn Stanford 07-26-2018 05:23 AM

I've used both of these guys with good results:

German Auto Specialists
1215 E. Ridge Pike
Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania

Rayco Eurospec
Wyoming Avenue
Kingston, Pennsylvania

German Auto Specialists did a very comprehensive PPI of my first Boxster. Rayco is local to me and is my go-to for the work I don't do myself.

robdelorenzo 08-06-2018 11:02 AM

I'm going to endorse Everyone's Garage in Harbor City, CA
He's as knowledgeable as the best of them here in LA and has been working on P Cars 30+ years!
My regular guy who was on vacation (who many of you use, I am sure) and I found Ruben in the interim.
Now I have 2 great options in the south bay area!

25219 Vermont Ave, Harbor City, CA 90710
Phone: (310) 415-1626

Benitom 09-14-2018 08:58 AM

Dropped off my car at Tony & Brothers in Sunnyvale, CA https://www.german-auto-repair.com/ - great guys to talk with and top notch customer service. I am getting Water Pump changed/updated - no time for DIY this time around.

I usually get the speech from indy shops about performing my own maintenance but Lou was super cool. We chatted about them maintaining my car from here on out. Just too busy for DIY these days. As long as you procure OEM approved parts they are cool with their customers bringing in parts. I had a MAHLE fuel filter in trunk that I have been putting off for a while and they will be installing it for me. They were transparent about everything and I didn't leave with a sour taste in mouth.

glenf 09-19-2018 04:32 PM

can anyone reccommend any porsche mechanics in the Long Island NY area, perferably suffolk
much appreciated.

Jrb 10-27-2018 08:32 AM

I知 a newbie to the Porsche world, does anyone know of a mechanic in Bradenton, Florida 1997 Boxer

Stiglitz 11-01-2018 02:47 AM

Orlando, FL Area Indy
 
FYI, anyone in Orlando area that needs service, check out Sean at Nort Northam Collection.

Amazing guy, fast/thorough/FAIR!

Super guy

My first experience with them, and while I hope I don't have to see him very often, it will be my "goto" location.

Cannot say enough good things about his work.

Stiglitz

Tmar04 01-13-2019 05:34 PM

Porsche mechanic Charlotte NC area
 
I知 looking for a mechanic to do IMS upgrade on my 1999 Porsche Boxter.. has 81k on speedo and drives great but could quit tomorrow. Any help, post info or PM. Thanks to w

maytag 01-13-2019 08:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Tmar04 (Post 587333)
I知 looking for a mechanic to do IMS upgrade on my 1999 Porsche Boxter.. has 81k on speedo and drives great but could quit tomorrow. Any help, post info or PM. Thanks to w

You may want to tell others where you're looking? Hehe

And just me personally, if I were doing it again, I wouldn't have changed the IMS. I did mine at 147k miles, 'cuz i was doing a clutch. But that bearing was perfect.... and proven.

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Tmar04 01-14-2019 05:15 AM

Porsche mechanic in Charlotte NC area
 
As title says, I知 looking for a fair minded, Porsche mechanic to do some repairs that are not DIY.(clutch, water pump, I M S ceramic bearing install)
Any help from you guys appreciated. Thanks

maytag 01-14-2019 05:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Tmar04 (Post 587346)
As title says, I知 looking for a fair minded, Porsche mechanic to do some repairs that are not DIY.(clutch, water pump, I M S ceramic bearing install)

Any help from you guys appreciated. Thanks

And as I suggested in my comment below: you might want to tell people where you're looking.
For instance: which hemisphere do you live in? Then country? Etc. Etc. Help us help you.

And for whatever it's worth: those repairs ARE D.I.Y. for many of us here.

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Tmar04 01-14-2019 06:09 AM

Porsche mechanic
 
Looking for Porsche mechanic in Charlotte, NC area or Gastonia, NC area code 28098.
Thanks to all for any help.

rflores2323 01-16-2019 11:47 AM

About to purchase a 2000 base. any recommended shops in North Houston? I live in Kingwood area.

Lew 01-16-2019 12:33 PM

Forgot to quote the previous post!

Lew 01-16-2019 12:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rflores2323 (Post 587482)
About to purchase a 2000 base. any recommended shops in North Houston? I live in Kingwood area.



Who's has to owner been using to service the Boxster?

rflores2323 01-17-2019 05:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Lew (Post 587489)
Who's has to owner been using to service the Boxster?

I am buying it out of state. So need a good independent mechanic shop in north Houston. Getting PPI done before purchase and leak down test. Will probably do some regular maintenance items myself but still want to get a relationship going with a shop.

rflores2323 01-17-2019 06:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tmar04 (Post 587350)
Looking for Porsche mechanic in Charlotte, NC area or Gastonia, NC area code 28098.
Thanks to all for any help.

I am getting a PPI done at this shop in Greer, SC. Seems to be a good shop and very reasonable on pricing and good reviews. check them out. Its about an hour from Gastonia, NC. https://protechmotorsports.com/

Lew 01-17-2019 07:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rflores2323 (Post 587514)
I am buying it out of state. So need a good independent mechanic shop in north Houston. Getting PPI done before purchase and leak down test. Will probably do some regular maintenance items myself but still want to get a relationship going with a shop.

https://duckduckgo.com/?q=porsche+mechanic+in+north+houston+texas&atb=v11 0-2_g&ia=web


https://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-911-technical-forum/466636-good-porsche-mechanic-houston.html

Tmar04 01-18-2019 04:27 AM

Porsche mechanic in Charlotte NC
 
Thanks to all. Have located great mechanic in my area.

rflores2323 01-18-2019 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Tmar04 (Post 587591)
Thanks to all. Have located great mechanic in my area.

Would be great if you said who you located. :)

Tmar04 02-19-2019 01:22 PM

Sorry, Guys. I had LN Engineering IMS retrofit done last month on my 1999 Porsche Boxster. Total cost which included RMS and associated hardware for bearing was 1669.00. This is the hybrid ceramic dual row retrofit bearing. This company is GMP performance , they have been in business I. Charlotte since 1975 and cater to German automobiles. Service and overall expertise second to none. They don稚 gouge a working man with a 20 year old Porsche.check other prices anywhere . No one does it for their price. I致e put 1000 mikes on my car and all is well, no leaks anywhere.

Bcox 02-22-2019 12:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stiglitz (Post 582127)
fyi, anyone in orlando area that needs service, check out sean at nort northam collection.

Amazing guy, fast/thorough/fair!

Super guy

my first experience with them, and while i hope i don't have to see him very often, it will be my "goto" location.

Cannot say enough good things about his work.

Stiglitz

thanks for the info... I have also heard fs tuning near the executive airport is good... Just bought my car so will check them both out

BoxMann 02-22-2019 07:17 PM

Any recommendations for a top notch Porsche indy shop in the upstate NY area -- in the Albany Schnectady Saratoga triangle?

I probably will need to do a PPI in a few days.

Thank you.


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