Looking for an excellent Mechanic in Columbus

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  1. TheEggO

    TheEggO New Member

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    Hi,

    I'm currently taking my car to MAG in Dublin for maintenance and I don't really care for them. I'm looking for an independent mechanic shop that specializes or has experience working with Minis.

    I'm not just looking for a good shop, but looking for a Mini expert that I can trust.

    I understand that I'm asking for one in a million, but I'm willing to travel around Ohio.

    Thanks!
     
  2. CHKMINI

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    Who are you dealing with at MAG?
     
  3. Justa Jim

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    Try "Mealman, The MINI's friend, Inc". I believe they are located in the Short North.

    Jim

    Opps, I just violated rule #1: Don't post when you have been drinking. :D
     
  4. Crashton

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    Never stopped you before Jim.... :p

    Unfortunately the closest really good independent mechanic that really knows his MINI's is Chad at Detroit Tuned. I sure wish he'd open a shop in Columbus.

    Welcome to M/A :)
     
  5. CHKMINI

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    The reason I asked in post 2 is because if you haven't talked to Sam Meyers at MAG you need to before casting them aside. He is great to work with.
     
  6. Crashton

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    MAG is good at what they do. They do charge a premium for that service that is hard for mere mortals to deal with at times. Sure would be nice to have another option. Once a MINI goes out of warranty that becomes more important.
     
  7. Justa Jim

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  8. iwashmycar

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    Looks like they're right up the street from me. Nearly. Do they do the computer reset for oil changes and the like? I mean the time to service thing.
     
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    No idea, but I am pretty sure you can do that yourself. I swore I used to after oil changes.... If that is the case I would bet they could too!

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    Nifty! Thanks! :):Thumbsup:
     
  12. RoadRoar

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    Recently we found a great shop in Columbus, it's called Best Motor Werks. It's run by John Best his shop is near the Port Columbus airport off of Fifth ave. call him at 614-236-5151
    He did a great job on our 2007 R56
     
  13. Crashton

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    I've recently become aware of him. I plan to pop over & have a chat with him.

    I wish Chad were here in Columbus.
     
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    I used to talk to him a good bit when I had my e28. Nice guy and knows BMWs. Good to know he is doing MINIs now also.
     
  16. Justa Jim

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    and you can get there faster now. :lol:

    Jim
     
  17. Metalman

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    Jim.... You should go on his web site and read his comments about oil changes....:D
     
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    Maybe we could have John Best come to donuts and chat with him....
     
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    Cough not-a-club discount cough.
     

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