I'd love to ask for referrals to a local (SB ok, Goleta preferred) VW mechanic. I'm not as pleased with the work done on my Passat at the dealership as I used to be.
COMMENT 211932
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2011-09-07 10:47 AM |
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corey motors in santa barbara.
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COMMENT 211933
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2011-09-07 10:52 AM |
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Under The Hood Automotive works on everything.
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COMMENT 211936P
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2011-09-07 10:58 AM |
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Corey Motors
Have had work done by them for years & always done a good job
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COMMENT 211938
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2011-09-07 11:05 AM |
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Another vote for Cory motors
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BONKERS
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2011-09-07 11:10 AM |
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I started taking my 99 passat to Top Shop Automotive (Patterson/Hollister) when I got tired of the dealer. I don't know how it compares to any place else but Willie is pretty experienced on VWs
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COMMENT 211949
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2011-09-07 11:29 AM |
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When I had a VW bug many years ago, I took it to Klaus Braun on outer State Street near Modoc. He was great. I believe he is still there.
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COMMENT 211957
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2011-09-07 11:39 AM |
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Schneider Autohaus -- for all German cars!
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COMMENT 211961
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2011-09-07 11:45 AM |
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The dude at Cory Motors (Mike I think) is awesome, straight up and honest guy, good work. Really enjoyed working with him.
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COMMENT 211965
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2011-09-07 11:53 AM |
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What about a classic VW repair shop in town??? I have a few early 60's VDubs but have never been able to find a place. Only place that I knew of was Chuck's VW off Fairview but he shut down a few years back.....
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COMMENT 211975
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2011-09-07 12:23 PM |
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Top Shop is a good bet - they are honest and knowledgeable - hope you find the right place for your car.
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COMMENT 211976
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2011-09-07 12:26 PM |
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Cory Motors. And if your Passat is anything like mine, you have my extreme condolences!!! Horrible, horrible car. However, Cory Motors manages to keep the evil thing on the road for me, because they are awesome!
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COMMENT 211977P
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2011-09-07 12:26 PM |
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Another shout out for Top Shop. A VW owner referred me there. They've been taking care of my Toyotas since. Very nice and competent and honest.
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COMMENT 211978
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2011-09-07 12:28 PM |
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This is one of the reasons I decided to sell my Passat. I was unhappy with the dealer. I wish they would expand or hire somebody else, the follow up is pretty bad and it takes forever to get anything done.
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AQUAHOLIC
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2011-09-07 12:32 PM |
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Cory Motors...Mike is the BEST!
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AQUAHOLIC
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2011-09-07 12:34 PM |
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BTW, Former Top Shop customer...used to be very loyal to them, at current local & back in the Isla Vista days....no more, long story!
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COMMENT 211984
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2011-09-07 12:39 PM |
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Top Shop does my Jetta diesel very well.
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COMMENT 211992
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2011-09-07 01:08 PM |
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211949 - Klaus died earlier this year.
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COMMENT 212029P
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2011-09-07 02:27 PM |
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What was that crazy guy's name on Santa Claus lane? Now that was a vw mechanic! Also Larry's in Ventura is quite good.
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COMMENT 212030P
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2011-09-07 02:31 PM |
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Cory Motors! Mike is the owner, Cory was his dog, really...
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COMMENT 212039
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2011-09-07 02:59 PM |
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Highlander: Thanks. Am sorry to hear about Klaus's passing.
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COMMENT 212043
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2011-09-07 03:21 PM |
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Cory Motors!
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COMMENT 212061P
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2011-09-07 04:08 PM |
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Seth at Mastercraft Motors is one of just a handful of VW mechanics in the US with his specific, intense certification. They're pretty nice, too.
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COMMENT 212065
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2011-09-07 04:27 PM |
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The Garage in Goleta. Good people.
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COMMENT 212091
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2011-09-07 05:42 PM |
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Sorry to hear about Klaus. A great mechanic and a unique individual with a most dry wit.
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COMMENT 212145
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2011-09-08 06:42 AM |
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The German Autohaus did a very good job on some complicated work for my 2000 VW Passat. (Avoid Richard's (In)Accurate.)
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COMMENT 212146
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2011-09-08 06:44 AM |
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Top Shop always!!!!
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COMMENT 212159
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2011-09-08 07:33 AM |
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Cory Motors is the best. They also do work on classic VW's as I believe they all own them. They serviced my 1965 van for years. Local guys and have been around for over 25 years.
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COMMENT 212185
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2011-09-08 08:12 AM |
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Cory Motors. VW and also Toyota Experts. They have my LandCruiser in the best shape ever - it's a 1983.
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COMMENT 212190
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2011-09-08 08:31 AM |
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Cory Motors ! The Best !
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COMMENT 212202
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2011-09-08 08:45 AM |
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Mike and AJ at Cory Motors are the best!
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COMMENT 212209P
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2011-09-08 08:52 AM |
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Thank you everyone for the suggestions! I'm going to try Top Shop since they are just down the street from my work. I'll come back here to post my experience.
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EDSUP
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2011-09-08 11:56 AM |
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Willy! Top Shop! I swear by the man! Top notch mechanics, top notch integrity, top notch "people person"! I would never go anywhere else!
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COMMENT 212655P
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2011-09-09 01:36 PM |
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The excellent Klaus Braun passed away last year, but his partner is still there in the same location now with his own business, "Top Cat."
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COMMENT 212701
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2011-09-09 05:02 PM |
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EDSUP is right.
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COMMENT 217503P
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2011-09-26 07:13 PM |
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Just a follow up to let everyone know that I went with Top Shop - finally got in today (my delays, not theirs). LOVE THEM! Very satisfied with their work, very professional and friendly, explained everything, and we have a plan to get my car back in tip top shape in a reasonable amount of time, taking it one step at a time (which my wallet will surely appreciate). Prices seemed reasonable and surely less than the "stealership"! : ) Thanks again for the suggestions!
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