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      07-09-2016, 11:31 AM   #1
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Best place to take car for a pre buy inspection?

I am looking to purchase a used F10 and was wondering where in SoCal is the best place to take car in for a pre buy inspection to ensure I don't buy someone's headache? I am looking for a shop that will thoroughly go over the entire car.

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      07-09-2016, 02:52 PM   #2
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I am looking to purchase a used F10 and was wondering where in SoCal is the best place to take car in for a pre buy inspection to ensure I don't buy someone's headache? I am looking for a shop that will thoroughly go over the entire car.

Thanks in advance,
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Your closest bmw dealership would be best. Have them inspect it top to bottom
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      07-09-2016, 03:51 PM   #3
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Your closest bmw dealership would be best. Have them inspect it top to bottom
I prefer an independent shop. Back when I bought my 07 550i, the BMW dealers gave me ridiculous quotes ($300+) and from what I hear, they just do a basic check most times as your not buying a car from them. I ended up going with an independent shop that specialized in BMW's and Audi's, whom went over the car thoroughly, even did a paint depth test to check for body work. The issue is, I can't remember the shop name :-(
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      07-26-2016, 05:50 PM   #4
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Oceanside Motorsports specializes in BMW's and I have never heard anything negative about them from other BMW owners around here.
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I ended up taking it to All German Auto in Escondido. Dealt with a Noel. Super friendly and very knowledgeable. Cost was also the cheapest at $115 and did a thorough inspection.
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I ended up taking it to All German Auto in Escondido. Dealt with a Noel. Super friendly and very knowledgeable. Cost was also the cheapest at $115 and did a thorough inspection.
Thank you for the info, might have to check them out in the future.
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      08-30-2016, 01:56 PM   #7
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Hey, I dont mean to jack the thread but does anybody know a good pre inspection place in San Diego. I looking to purchase a used 550 and wanted to get it checked out first. Any advice will be appreciated!
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All German Auto in Escondido.
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      08-30-2016, 04:35 PM   #9
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is there another one closer to SD because its like 30 min away from dealership, im not sure if they will be okay with that
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http://www.barons-service.com

They were very knowledgeable and friendly when I spoke with them over phone. They were just a bit too far when I was getting my inspection done.
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      08-30-2016, 08:50 PM   #11
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I've had my car checked out by these guys here before and I would recommend them, if you're in the area.

https://www.yelp.com/biz/precision-g...naheim-hills-2
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