Good "generalist" shop in Northern California?

cale39 · 03-26-2012, 03:18 AM

Hi there,

Looking for some recos on some good "generalist" shops in the SF bay area that can do basic mod installs for parts I either source myself or would ideally buy offline. Basic mods would be things like JB4 or some other tune, intake, blacklines, wheels and other basic bolt-ons that most people would DIY. Don't have too much time because of work or garage space to do these basic things so was wondering if there is a mechanic/shop that people tend go to for these items. Would ideally like to actually purchase the parts offline from the shop/vendor to save hassle on shipping (and support local vendors

, but can source parts myself and just use installation services if need be. The car would be an E90 335i 2007.

Any recommendations in the Bay Area (even from ~Sac, through east bay and down to san jose/silicon valley) would be great. I know there's a list of norcal auto shops on this forum, but I'm looking moreso to field recommendations from the community as opposed to a list/database of shops.

Thanks!

skinrock · 03-26-2012, 04:13 AM

I'm sure you can DIY or find help for a JB4, intake and blacklines. I did all those when I first got mine, and I was pretty clueless about BMW. Requires nothing more than a few hand tools. Wheels typically require balancing, but you could install them if you have a jack stand and tools.

JGMODS can hook you up with the parts and a local installer, though.

Mahhvinn · 03-26-2012, 04:25 AM

SpeedElement in Fremont, CA.

JGMODS · 03-26-2012, 07:34 AM

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Originally Posted by skinrock

I'm sure you can DIY or find help for a JB4, intake and blacklines. I did all those when I first got mine, and I was pretty clueless about BMW. Requires nothing more than a few hand tools. Wheels typically require balancing, but you could install them if you have a jack stand and tools.

JGMODS can hook you up with the parts and a local installer, though.

We can help you out with most of your questions, parts, installs, etc.

cale39 · 03-26-2012, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by JGMODS

We can help you out with most of your questions, parts, installs, etc.

Very cool! I dropped you an email over the weekend as well after hearing good things, so will be sure to follow-up with you as soon as I buy my car this week!

mercury · 03-27-2012, 01:04 AM

Sonic Motorsports in Mountain View. Darwin and crew have been taking care of my cars for years.

CaliforniaBred · 03-27-2012, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by mercury

Sonic Motorsports in Mountain View. Darwin and crew have been taking care of my cars for years.

That is true. I just got my coilovers installed by them yesterday. Those guys are top notch. I always go to them first when I need something. Plus the damn parking lot is always a car show haha fancy whips everywhere.

cale39 · 03-27-2012, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by mercury

Sonic Motorsports in Mountain View. Darwin and crew have been taking care of my cars for years.

Quote:

Originally Posted by CaliforniaBred

That is true. I just got my coilovers installed by them yesterday. Those guys are top notch. I always go to them first when I need something. Plus the damn parking lot is always a car show haha fancy whips everywhere.

Thanks guys

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