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BoutiqueShopGirl · 04-18-2009, 10:22 AM

I used to take my 98 Boxster to Park Town Porsche (in Plano off 190) where I bought it and they would charge me exorbitant prices for everything. They wouldn't just change the oil, they wanted to charge for the annual maintenance package of $650 plus they would throw in all sorts of other charges. I couldn't get my Boxster in there for less than $1,000.

My car is my baby and in mint condition with only 20,000 actual miles. So you can imagine, I am very picky.

I also have a 97 BMW M3 4 door with 125,000 miles that has been babied as well. We used to take the BMW to Classic BMW. Also crazy high prices.

About 3 1/2 years ago I found Louden Motor Cars in the vicinity of 35/635. It is located in an the beaten path location but they have done amazing work on both the M3 (which needed quite a bit over the past 3 years) and the Boxster. They never try to overcharge and talk everything over before they do anything.

I can't recommend them enough:

Louden Motor Cars
11454 Reeder Road,
Dallas, 75229
P: 972-241-6326
F: 972-243-3137

http://www.loudenmotorcars.com/?gclid=CPzNj-T--pkCFQIwxwod1T64EQ

Ask to speak directly to James Moir who is the Vice President of Operations and Service Manager. You can email him at - jmoir@loudenmotorcars.com

The other folks are all good but James will take time to discuss everything with you personally. He is a great guy and brings his dog Beau to the shop.

I have tried other shops besides Louden and Park Town and have not felt as confident. In fact, Louden found a scraping problem on the front wheel flap which was causing a slight burning smell that no one else could find. Also, they are always providing free tips on special maintenance.

There is only one downside to Louden. They are not open weekends. Their hours of operation are: M-F 7:30 - 5:30. Its important to call or email for an appointment. They are busiest on Mondays and Tuesdays and least busy on Wed and Thursday.

They can arrange a tow for you but it is best to get some names from them and arrange it yourself. It will be cheaper if you pay for the tow yourself. I learned that the hard way when I needed a flat bed tow.

BTW Louden ONLY works on BMW, Porsche and Mercedes. They do many of the Dallas celebs.

04-18-2009, 10:22 AM	#124
BoutiqueShopGirl Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 1	Louden in Dallas Offers True Peace Of Mind and Reliability I used to take my 98 Boxster to Park Town Porsche (in Plano off 190) where I bought it and they would charge me exorbitant prices for everything. They wouldn't just change the oil, they wanted to charge for the annual maintenance package of $650 plus they would throw in all sorts of other charges. I couldn't get my Boxster in there for less than $1,000. My car is my baby and in mint condition with only 20,000 actual miles. So you can imagine, I am very picky. I also have a 97 BMW M3 4 door with 125,000 miles that has been babied as well. We used to take the BMW to Classic BMW. Also crazy high prices. About 3 1/2 years ago I found Louden Motor Cars in the vicinity of 35/635. It is located in an the beaten path location but they have done amazing work on both the M3 (which needed quite a bit over the past 3 years) and the Boxster. They never try to overcharge and talk everything over before they do anything. I can't recommend them enough: Louden Motor Cars 11454 Reeder Road, Dallas, 75229 P: 972-241-6326 F: 972-243-3137 http://www.loudenmotorcars.com/?gclid=CPzNj-T--pkCFQIwxwod1T64EQ Ask to speak directly to James Moir who is the Vice President of Operations and Service Manager. You can email him at - jmoir@loudenmotorcars.com The other folks are all good but James will take time to discuss everything with you personally. He is a great guy and brings his dog Beau to the shop. I have tried other shops besides Louden and Park Town and have not felt as confident. In fact, Louden found a scraping problem on the front wheel flap which was causing a slight burning smell that no one else could find. Also, they are always providing free tips on special maintenance. There is only one downside to Louden. They are not open weekends. Their hours of operation are: M-F 7:30 - 5:30. Its important to call or email for an appointment. They are busiest on Mondays and Tuesdays and least busy on Wed and Thursday. They can arrange a tow for you but it is best to get some names from them and arrange it yourself. It will be cheaper if you pay for the tow yourself. I learned that the hard way when I needed a flat bed tow. BTW Louden ONLY works on BMW, Porsche and Mercedes. They do many of the Dallas celebs.