Intro, and recommendations sought
08-23-2002, 02:13 PM
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Intro, and recommendations sought
Hi,
Just joined here. My name is Jonas, and I've just relocated my 98 C2 Cab to Los Angeles (from SF) and am hoping to get recommendations from locals on the list.
Unfortunately, the first thing I need is a body shop, as my car's welcome to the area was to get rear-ended on Santa Monica Blvd.
However, I am also looking for a reliable and knowledgeable shop for regular maintenance. I like small independent shops that specialize in Porsches (or at least understand the idiosyncracies of 993's).
Any recommendations for either of the above, preferably on the Westside or South Bay (LA, that is, not SF Bay Area) are highly appreciated.
Thanks in advance,
j
Just joined here. My name is Jonas, and I've just relocated my 98 C2 Cab to Los Angeles (from SF) and am hoping to get recommendations from locals on the list.
Unfortunately, the first thing I need is a body shop, as my car's welcome to the area was to get rear-ended on Santa Monica Blvd.
However, I am also looking for a reliable and knowledgeable shop for regular maintenance. I like small independent shops that specialize in Porsches (or at least understand the idiosyncracies of 993's).
Any recommendations for either of the above, preferably on the Westside or South Bay (LA, that is, not SF Bay Area) are highly appreciated.
Thanks in advance,
j
08-23-2002, 02:17 PM
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Welcome to LA.
For an ind. in the southbay:
Callas Rennsport in Torrance.
For a bodyshop in WLA:
Avio Coach Craft
I believe Martin will be chiming in here shortly. He has got a few great recommendations further south. Or you can do a search for his rec's.
Too bad about the accident.
For an ind. in the southbay:
Callas Rennsport in Torrance.
For a bodyshop in WLA:
Avio Coach Craft
I believe Martin will be chiming in here shortly. He has got a few great recommendations further south. Or you can do a search for his rec's.
Too bad about the accident.
08-23-2002, 02:30 PM
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Welcome Jonas!
Ind. Svc:
-Callas Rennsport (corner of 190th & Hawthorne Blvd) Ask for Tony, they only take referrals.
Alignment:
-Johnson Alignment (in the same plaza as Callas)
Body Shop:
-Phil Thearle (it's a bit of a way but they're good, they're in Santee east of San Diego)
Ind. Svc:
-Callas Rennsport (corner of 190th & Hawthorne Blvd) Ask for Tony, they only take referrals.
Alignment:
-Johnson Alignment (in the same plaza as Callas)
Body Shop:
-Phil Thearle (it's a bit of a way but they're good, they're in Santee east of San Diego)
08-23-2002, 02:42 PM
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Sorry to hear about your accident. Make sure you go after the owner of the car that hit you for the diminished value of your car, as a result of the accident (in addition to the repair costs). The guideline I heard was 10-15% of the car's value.
The extra cash from the diminished value claim should cover some mods, while it's in the shop.
Good luck!
The extra cash from the diminished value claim should cover some mods, while it's in the shop.
Good luck!
08-23-2002, 07:29 PM
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Damn - Jonas only has 2 posts and he's already on the hook for some mods. 5 posts and he'll be supercharging, ducktailing...
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08-23-2002, 08:36 PM
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You wrote, Welcome to LA. For an ind. in the southbay: Callas Rennsport in Torrance.
For a bodyshop in WLA:
Avio Coach Craft
I believe Martin will be chiming in here shortly. He has got a few great recommendations further south. Or you can do a search for his rec's.
Too bad about the accident.
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Well here I am. I agree with Mark. I have heard great things about Avio Coach Craft. Also Callas Rennsport in Torrance as a tuner shop. As you will discover, Johnson's Alignment is in the same complex as Callas Motorsport...lucky you. Steve Alarcon runs theplace and they have established a reputation for alignment and brake work, Porsche cars and your family wagon.
I live in N. San Diego County, my "South Bay" is near the Mexican Border.
For paint, I use Deshler's Collision Repair in Orange, CA. He just painted my 993RS tail and 993RS front splitters...incredible craftsman with pride in the work that comes out of his shop.
Welcome to So Cal, and by the way, we DO appreciate you sending us all your water. As you will see, we need to keep our golf courses greeen, we simply don't have enough water, thanks!
For a bodyshop in WLA:
Avio Coach Craft
I believe Martin will be chiming in here shortly. He has got a few great recommendations further south. Or you can do a search for his rec's.
Too bad about the accident.
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Well here I am. I agree with Mark. I have heard great things about Avio Coach Craft. Also Callas Rennsport in Torrance as a tuner shop. As you will discover, Johnson's Alignment is in the same complex as Callas Motorsport...lucky you. Steve Alarcon runs theplace and they have established a reputation for alignment and brake work, Porsche cars and your family wagon.
I live in N. San Diego County, my "South Bay" is near the Mexican Border.
For paint, I use Deshler's Collision Repair in Orange, CA. He just painted my 993RS tail and 993RS front splitters...incredible craftsman with pride in the work that comes out of his shop.
Welcome to So Cal, and by the way, we DO appreciate you sending us all your water. As you will see, we need to keep our golf courses greeen, we simply don't have enough water, thanks!
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08-24-2002, 01:46 AM
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have had great luck with Gary at Brace's in Venice. He does a lot of Porsche work and for service, Redline in Santa Monica (except I don't think they are taking new customers)
