Anybody know of a good mechanic in the Greater Toronto Area?
What's the best hourly rate you've seen?

 

I'm not sure about the hourly rate. But the guy is honest and does good work. I used to go to Queensway Audi, I switched to this company and I've been pretty happy about it

Bero Motors
723 Kipling Ave.
Toronto, ON
416-259-7263
Contact: Andre Beese

 

Thinking of putting in a remote starter in my 08 Audi A4, but not sure if a good idea. Anybody have some input on the subject???? Thanks

 

I have a friend that worked for audi now works out of his house

 

Brandon is the owner of
DCB Automotive
141 Oakdale Road, Unit 4
Toronto, Ontario

(south of Finch and east of Hwy. 400)

Tel.: 416-747-0400
Cell: 416-857-4873

He's a German mechanic specializing in VW/Audi vehicles.

He did my timing belt replacement January '09 at a price well below the stealer's. I'll be seeing him tomorrow for brake-work. I am confident in his work.

He loaned me his Touareg a couple of times when I had to leave my car overnight. Sweet ride, but sour on the wallet.

 

What did you pay for your timing belt?

 

He charged me only 800 bucks. If I recall correctly, the stealer's quote was 1200. Give him a call, he's very knowledgeable and easy to talk to.

 

I am close to pulling the trigger on a set of Toyo garit tires 225-50-R17. They were highly recommende by the APA last year:
" Superior performance on snow and ice but not optimized for dry pavement handling. Durable. Expensive. Performance oriented or aggressive drivers should look elsewhere. "
My dealership suggested that I choose another tire because of some complaints of them being too soft.

Does anyone have any experience with these tires to share?

Note I much more conservative in winter especially since a few encounters with black ice the last few years in Quebec.

 

Greetings everyone!

A question to you fine folks (you know who you are ) from a nooby regarding FMIC. Would I see a material difference upgrading to an AWE Tuning Front Mount Intercooler ($1000US) from stock. My current upgrades include APR Stage 1+, and APR diverter valve.

Thanks for your help.

 

I bought them but haven't tried those. They appear to be a good compromise between winter & performance. The folks from the local subaru club all raved about that tire. A stiffer tire sucks in ice / snow... I know I'd be swearing if I was stuck in a big snow storm with inadequate tires.