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      02-27-2014, 10:03 AM   #1
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Good BMW Shop in Bay Area?

I've been out of the car scene for a while. Been looking around for a good Euro-tuning shop for some basic installs (Shocks/Springs). Most of the places I've called have been very sketchy, ranging from $250-$600 to install. I am just looking for a decent shop...otherwise I'll rent a lift and do it myself. Anyone able to suggest a place?

I'm currently in San Francisco.

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I've been out of the car scene for a while. Been looking around for a good Euro-tuning shop for some basic installs (Shocks/Springs). Most of the places I've called have been very sketchy, ranging from $250-$600 to install. I am just looking for a decent shop...otherwise I'll rent a lift and do it myself. Anyone able to suggest a place?

I'm currently in San Francisco.

Thanks.
Hey there! Our shop, Veloximo, works on BMWs. Check out our site at www.veloximo.com. Please feel free to contact us at (408)988-2400 if you have any questions. Thanks!
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Hey there! Our shop, Veloximo, works on BMWs. Check out our site at www.veloximo.com. Please feel free to contact us at (408)988-2400 if you have any questions. Thanks!
I shot you all an e-mail @ info@veloximo.com
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I shot you all an e-mail @ info@veloximo.com
Hey Nate,

What kind of setup do you want to install? Some brands may take a little longer than some others. Let us know. Thanks!
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Hey Nate,

What kind of setup do you want to install? Some brands may take a little longer than some others. Let us know. Thanks!
Simple setup, Eibach Pro Kit springs along with Bilstein HD shocks/struts.

Edit:May be Koni FSD shock/struts instead...not that it really matters. Apparently they're just sold out---everywhere.

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Simple setup, Eibach Pro Kit springs along with Bilstein HD shocks/struts.
Very nice choice! Are they assembled or still in the box?
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Very nice choice! Are they assembled or still in the box?
Assembled? They're new in box.
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Assembled? They're new in box.
Just sent you a PM.

Thanks!
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      02-27-2014, 01:04 PM   #9
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Just sent you a PM.

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could u pm me a quote for installing shocks/struts as well? its oem sports package. e90 335i
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could u pm me a quote for installing shocks/struts as well? its oem sports package. e90 335i
Just sent you a PM.

Thanks!
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I've had good experiences with Bavarian Motorsport in Milpitas: http://bavarianmotorsport.net/
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Performance Technic in Pleasanton gets good marks on Yelp.

They do street and race prep and run their own cars. They also recently sponsored a track day. Haven't used them yet am but planning to do so soon.

Check out their site and Yelp reviews here:

http://performancetechnic.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/performance-technic-pleasanton
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If you don't want to travel too far, try Faxon Garage which is near SF City College. Theyve worked on both my old IS-F, E93 M3, and my GF's current 335i. Each time has been great. If you don't mind driving, I've always been a fan of SonicMS. They work on a ton of high end cars.
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Nice, thanks for all the shop recommendations.
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Just sent you a PM.

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hey, wasnt your name Kiem earlier?
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I have nothing but terrific things to say about Alekshop. Aleks is great! http://alekshop.com/
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hey, wasnt your name Kiem earlier?
You're right! Kiem left to pursue a different career. My name is Elliott. I worked here a few years ago and now working here again. Glad to be back in the BMW scene. Let me know if I could help with anything! Thanks!
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I've had good experiences with Bavarian Motorsport in Milpitas: http://bavarianmotorsport.net/
This place is a joke, I called them and some snarky kid quoted me $1000. Even Peter Pan BMW quoted me $600...not sure why they think they can charge that much.

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I have nothing but terrific things to say about Alekshop. Aleks is great! http://alekshop.com/
I spoke with him and yes, definitely a cool dude, very professional and fast response time.

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If you don't want to travel too far, try Faxon Garage which is near SF City College. Theyve worked on both my old IS-F, E93 M3, and my GF's current 335i. Each time has been great. If you don't mind driving, I've always been a fan of SonicMS. They work on a ton of high end cars.
Does look like an awesome shop but note they're relocating so they're not able to do any work right now.

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