SAS Automotive

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Nevada is a buyer beware state! When purchasing a European vehicle in the Reno/Sparks area, we highly recommend getting your vehicle inspected before purchasing, SAS does free buyers inspections on European cars so you know what you are getting into before you buy. Even on the lines of cars we do not work on, we still recommend getting it looked at by a trusted shop.

Hello from SAS Reno,

We are pleased to announce that we are now offering online appointment booking! Either go to our website at sasreno.com or follow the link directly from Google. But if you miss mine (Mike) or David’s voices, feel free to keep calling us at (775)825-2850.
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Thank you, the SAS team!

Not every day one of these comes in.

2007 Ferrari F430.
4.3 litre N/A V8 with 483 hp
This particular model features the steel brakes and F1 transmission.
Always fun seeing stuff like this.

When purchasing a vehicle, we always recommend getting the vehicle inspected.

Pre purchase inspections are completely free of charge for all European vehicles bought and sold in our local area!
We will look for any signs of accident damage such as looking for misaligned bumpers, siliconed wiring, or even holes in an intercooler hose from accident damage.

Back at it!

SAS Automotive will be closed from April 24th through April 29th for training. We will be listening to all voice mails and responding to all emails and text messages while away.
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We do get quite a few questions about these BMW oil pans so I would like to explain: in order to fit a functional AWD system in a vehicle with a very tall engine without sacrificing oil capacity in the pan. BMW (and others) will simply have a passage in the oil pan for the axles to run through. This means two things for these cars.
1: the subframe, control arms, axles, and engine mounts must be disconnected and dropped to access the oil pan
2: the vehicle needs to be realigned in order to correct the suspension and subframe movement.
This is why oil pans two days to complete.

What an interesting experience. Our master tech on top of a table trying to pull a collar sleeve off a transmission. This usually is a job for our hydraulic press but sometimes simple muscle is all you need.

The Audi RS7 is a stunning car to say the least. But the less glamorous side is having to remove the tank for the air suspension just to replace a battery. The 4.0 litre v8 also leaves a lot to be desired as far as room to get your hand in the engine bay. Still a mighty machine.

We do love our projects here but some are just a bit silly. This is a starter motor job on a V8 VW Toureg. The exhaust manifold blocks the starter which means an engine out job. While not common, they do fail. And so, we get the 14 hour, engine out, starter job.

It is not every day we get to see a creation quite like this. This is a 4.4 litre V8 from an XC90 in a V70R. This also features the “spaceball” manual transmission. According to the gentleman that brought it in, it’s the only one of its kind. Truly an amazing creation.

Timing is the single most important component in an engine. If the engine goes out of time, or if a component in the engine fails, the engine will fail. The best way to ensure your vehicle continues to run smoothly is to change your oil every 5000 miles and, when the time comes, replace your timing chains.

“14 hours for an oil pan?”
Yes, indeed. On AWD BMW vehicles (what BMW calls xdrive) they have a rather unique setup. To ensure a lower center of gravity, BMW keeps the engine very low in their bays but that means they need to run their axle shafts THROUGH the oil pan. Couple that with with needing to drop the subframe and steering rack to remove the oil pan, this can quickly add up to being a 14+ hour procedure.

Batteries:
Most European cars have batteries that can take over an hour to replace. Heat is their enemy so most manufacturers prefer to store them under the cowl, in the trunk, or (in specific cases) under the driver seat. These also require programming that, if not correctly implemented, will cause electrical faults.

Summer heat can cause issues with A/C and cooling systems.
Call today and make an appointment to have your car checked out so it will get you where you need to go safely.
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We are constantly improving our service to our customers and their cars.
Here we are learning about the latest maintenance products and services to keep your car running at its best.
Call today to schedule an appointment.
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Now that spring has arrived, it’s a good time to do some spring cleaning in your car. Carrying unnecessary cargo can effect fuel economy.
If you notice ANY problems with your car, make sure to call us for an appointment. We’re here to help you get your car ready for your next road trip.
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Winter driving can be challenging. We can help you keep your car ready to get where you’re going, work or play.
Call us today to schedule an appointment.
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Now that winter is here, driving can be a challenge. Call today to make an appointment to bring your car in so we can make sure you can get to where you’re going safely.
775-825-2850.
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Now that winter is approaching, call us to make an appointment for us to check out your car. We’ll check your tires, wipers and washers, heater and cooling system to help keep you safe and warm. 775-825-2850.
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With winter just around the corner now is a good time to have your car serviced to keep you safe while driving in the cold snowy weather. Call us today to schedule an appointment. 775-825-2850.
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Loop provides seamless vehicle pickup and delivery for you service appointment! I've been really impressed with their service and I think they will make your vehicle service so easy!

There are many areas in our community that have rodents. We see problems everyday where cars have been infested with rodents, they can cause severe damage to wiring and hoses. Signs of rodents in your car can include nests under the hood and smells like dead animals. There are ways to help keep rodents out of your car. Call us today to make an appointment, 775-825-2850.
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A few weeks ago we had a 2014 BMW with 109,000 miles. We were replacing the valve cover when we noticed a timing chain guide was broken. After 2 days work, the timing chain and guides have been replaced. It’s important to perform regular maintenance to get the most out of your car. Call today for an appointment, 775-825-2850. Please like and share.

Fuel economy is very important, especially with the high price of fuel. Make sure you aren’t carrying extra weight in the cargo area or trunk of your car, this will allow you to get the most out of each gallon of fuel. Added bonus, when you bring your car in for service, it makes it easier to access the spare tire and make sure it’s at the proper pressure.

While we are constantly improving, July 9th & 10th we are having our parking lot resealed. If you want to drop off your car over the weekend, we ask that you wait until Monday July 11th.
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Now that summer is here, the heat can take a toll on your car. Call today to schedule an appointment. 775-825-2850.

With the price of fuel on the rise we are seeing more cars come in with little or no fuel in the tank. It’s important that you don’t drive with low fuel levels, damage to your car’s fuel system can occur. We also see drivability issues and check engine lights.