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European imports sometimes require a greater number of proprietary parts than their domestic counterparts. These are parts specific to the brand that can only be obtained from the automaker and/or sole source providers.

Need a reliable European car repair shop? Look no further than our team of experts! We'll have your car back on the road in no time.

: A proper tune-up can instantly better your mileage? Contact us today if your vehicle needs a tune-up!

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Specialized European car repair is a must for anyone who owns a European car. The quality of the engineering in these cars is top-notch, so it's important to find a reputable mechanic who knows how to work on them.

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: With each season change, it is wise to check your brakes. Our mechanics check out the brake fluid, callipers, rotors or drums, and pads to ensure everything works. Contact us today if your vehicle is due for a brake check!

Don't ignore your vehicle's warning if you hear a grinding sound as you apply brakes. You're hearing the noise of metal against metal. Left unaddressed, the pads can wear until the calipers can begin cutting into the rotors.

If you own any of these cars, you are literally sitting on a gold mine … These cars and their humble beginnings are now road royalty with the Hollywood record to prove it.

The silver screen helped make these five cars into collectible gold These cars would be collectible in their own right, but appearances in movies have made them even more valuable.

With proper preventive maintenance care and timely repairs, your Mercedes-Benz will likely last a long time. In fact, the manufacturer actually awards badges for owners to attach to their vehicles based on specified mileage milestones.

A few cooling system warning signs are
1) A sweet smell coming from your vehicle
2) Poor gas mileage or
3) Your coolant light comes on.
Schedule your appointment with us if you're seeing any of these warning signs in your car.

If you begin detecting a burning odor as you drive, particularly after you've been parked, check to see if the emergency brake is engaged. It's possible to move your vehicle with the brake engaged.

There's no good time or place for your car battery to go dead, but there's a way for you to prepare. Check out these batteries that can get you back up and running in no time!

Car jump starters that will bring your auto’s battery back to life These two-in-one car jump starters can juice up your car and your phone.

Some European vehicle owners try to save money by making auto repairs themselves. While this is fine in some cases, it's not a good idea to attempt a timing belt replacement on your own. It requires partial engine disassembly.

Safety Tip: If your car is overheating, do not open the hood until the car has had the opportunity to cool down to avoid burns.

Your brakes work using hydraulic force. This allows you to apply a small amount of pressure to the brake pedal that multiplies using brake fluid. Thus, a little force generates the pressure on brake components to stop your vehicle.

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- When checking your tire pressure, check it before you drive or at least 3 hours after you've driven to get a proper reading.

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If you notice a brake fluid leak, don't ignore it. It won't get better on its own, and you could lose enough fluid to prevent your vehicle from making a safe, timely stop when you apply brakes.

We’re super excited to be donating all the Paws & Pistons goods to Saving Paws Animal Rescue! We hope this goes a long way, and makes all your fuzzy residents very happy!

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You may have heard that maintaining a European vehicle is more expensive than some of its counterparts. While there is an associated cost, keep in mind that your auto is worth more, and you're helping retain its value.

Even if something isn't wrong with your vehicle, it's good to schedule regular inspections to make sure there aren't any underlying issues. Schedule today!

Brake pads are wearable items. That is, they won't last forever. When yours wear down to 3.2 mm, it's time to change them. That's the bare minimum that's safe. New ones are about 12 mm thick.

This is neat. The nostalgia is crazy! Comment below which legendary car coincides with the year you were born...

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