BMW Independent Mechanics in Seattle/Eastside Area?

[cybernaz]

Hi, I was wondering if someone has a list of BMW mechanics/shops in Seattle/Eastside area that are not rip offs and provide good honest service with reasonable costs?

Any experiences or recommendations? I am planning on getting Water Pump replaced for my BMW 530i 2002. I have been going to dealers but now have realized they are charging way too much.

I have heard that it can cost from $300 - $900 parts and labor. Does that sound about right? And why such a huge difference?

Thanks for your help in advance.

Cheers....

[cbouchez]

I'll say about $500.00 for an E39.

I had mine done E36 at a BMW shop for like $350.00 a couple of years back.

[jmillet]

Do a search of the BMW CCA Puget Sound Region Bulliten Board and website and you'll find several highly recommended independent BMW centric shops. Several offer discounts to BMW CCA members.
http://bmwpugetsound.com/

[TMQ]

Try Eastside Bavarian in Issaquah. They are part of the BIMRS.org group (recommended by others). I got a service done there recently (differential oil change) and the service was great.

[BuzzedHornet]

I agree they did Inspection 2 for me a couple weeks ago. I will go back for sure.

Try Eastside Bavarian in Issaquah. They are part of the BIMRS.org group (recommended by others). I got a service done there recently (differential oil change) and the service was great.