Owning a BMW, Audi, Mercedes or other fine German vehicle has its benefits. They are fun to drive and are far more luxurious than most other vehicles on the road. However, like all other vehicles they do require regular care and maintenance, and on some occasions they need repair. So how do you know who to trust with your precious European vehicle? Take these steps to find the perfect German auto repair shop.
Referral
Do you know anyone that drives a similar vehicle to you, or at least another German vehicle? Ask them about their experiences with local auto repair shops and find out if they have received great service and a quality guaranteed repair.
Online Reviews
Log on to Yelp or Google reviews and search for German auto repair in your neighborhood. There is bound to be several shops that state they can work on your vehicle, but read through review to find out if they were successful in repairing vehicles similar to yours. Peer reviews will certainly tell you a lot about a shop's ability to conduct auto repair.
Call Around
Once you have a list of possible shops pick up the phone and learn a bit more about them. Ask the person who answers the phone about any certifications they mechanics have or if they utilize factory diagnostic equipment and scan tools. Also take note of the person's demeanor, are they happy to be speaking with you or do they not seem to care. If it is the latter it could reflect the effort they put into your vehicle repair.
Visit the Auto Shop
Prior to making an appointment head on over to your favorite choice just to make sure they can help out. Look around the shop for cleanliness, tools and get a feel for how the shop is ran. If everything checks out you should feel good about making an appointment. If you use these tips to search for an independent German auto repair shop in Ephrata or the surrounding area you will likely find yourself at Huber's Auto Group by the final step. Our shop takes great pride in being able to provide outstanding repair services for Mini Cooper, BMW, VW, AUDI, MERCEDES and other European vehicles matched with great customer service. While we specialize in European auto repair in Ephrata we also work on all other import and domestic vehicles! Give Huber's a call today at (717) 733-2631 or visit us online at www.huberauto.com to schedule an appointment or request an estimate for auto repair or maintenance in Ephrata or to find out about our current inventory of vehicles for sale!
Huber's Auto Group Blog
Written By Brian Corey & Eric Huber
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