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How To Fix A Oil Seal Leak In Your BMW?
BMWs vehicles are outstanding pieces of engineering and artistry. High-quality vehicles that have shown customers time and time again that these cars are worth every penny of what you pay for them. However, with these German vehicles, it is still a working car does have a problem or two, one of which is the infamous alternator seal oil leak. Every mechanic who has ever worked on a BMW can tell...
5 BMW Repairs You Should Avoid Doing It Yourself
Whether you have a souped up 3 Series or a classic 507 Roadster, know when to hold them and when to fold them in terms of what repairs you can do on your own. If you are in over your head with your BMW repairs, don’t hesitate to contact us at The German Auto Doctor, because we specializes in this work. Avoid tackling the following BMW do-it-yourself projects at all costs: 1. Auto Body Work...
Car Maintenance And Service Checklist
When it comes to your vehicle, prevention is 1000 times better than cure. Basic upkeep is cheaper than major repairs caused by neglect. We wanted to put together a little checklist for you! For some reason, lots of people neglect basic maintenance on their car. Their philosophy is “Hey, it’s running, so what’s the problem?” The excuses never end: “I just don’t have the time.” “I don’t know...
Tips for Improving Gas Mileage
Keep your vehicle well-tuned. Did you know that simple maintenance—such as regular oil changes, air-filter changes, and spark plug replacements—will lengthen the life of your vehicle as well as improve fuel economy and minimize emissions? Just follow the schedule in your owner’s manual. Check your tires. Keeping your tires inflated at the regulated PSI. Having the right amount of air in the...
5 New Years Resolutions For Your Car
Every year we all make new year’s resolutions! Now for some of us we are good about keeping them and others not so much. Here are 5 New Years resolutions for your car that you want to keep! 1. Don’t Neglect Car Maintenance If you were lax about making regular maintenance appointments for your vehicle in 2020, your first new year’s resolution should be to call your mechanic! Yes, I know keeping...
Why Is My Car Battery Draining?
We understand – a lot of things can leave you feeling drained, a long day at work, rough day at home with the kids, or even spending too much time with others (we all have those exhausting friends). However, it is safe to assume your car battery probably isn’t going out to gatherings in its off-hours, there are still plenty of other things that may leave it feeling just as drained. What Drains a...
Can I Switch to Synthetic Oil or a Different Grade?
We’re going to give it to you straight: Yes, you can safely switch to synthetic oil. But it would probably help to know the details about what we’re talking about — precisely why this question would even come up in the first place. And it does — a lot. First off, let’s talk about what synthetic oil is. First, there’s a base oil that does most of the work of lubricating engine parts. It’s...
How Long Should Car Parts Last?
Buying a new or even used car is usually the second-most expensive thing people buy during their life aside from a house. New car prices have also risen dramatically over the years, and yet, consumers have come to view cars as something relatively throwaway increasingly. The amount of time people keep their cars is now roughly between five and seven years, which is also usually approximately the...
What is the Best European Car to Buy?
This is a common question that we have asked to us and our technicians. But the real answer is – well…. Why do we say that? Because it goes back to the old argument “my car is better than your car”. We have learned from working with our customers for years is that sometimes, despite facts, you are going to like and enjoy the brand of vehicle that you like. Now that we have the more obvious...
Can I Take My European Vehicle to Any Mechanic?
Let’s be honest here, the short answer is yes. Yes, you can take your European make of vehicle to any mechanic. However, do we recommend that you do? No. And here is why! Many European makes of vehicles are tuned a little differently than American makes and models of cars. This means that sometimes you might need special tools, or specific pieces of equipment while tuning up the engine. Now if...