Chimerstry

Hey guys, I'm in Albuquerque New Mexico. Just moved down here and had my car inspected so I can fix it up. They gave me a list of things they found wrong and the cost to fix them. I expected Audis to be more expensive than usual, but kinda got a red flag when I saw tires for 950 and wiper blades for 54 dollars.

Here's everything they showed me:

Valve cam and cam seals leaking oil: 731
W1 (?) timing belt: 854
4 tires: 950
Wiper blades: 54
Upper link bushings torn: 679
Fender lines and front spoiler: 695

I posted on another Audi forum and several people agreed those prices were pretty inflated and recommended I look for another shop instead of the dealership. I post in regionals there but I thought I'd also try posting on this forum in case there are people who don't go to both. I'm in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It's a 2000 A4 1.8T Quattro.

Anyone know any shops? If it saves enough money, I'm willing to drive several hours away.

justs

I'm in the exact same boat, did you ever find a reliable and reasonable mechanic here in ABQ or nearby?

justs

If you find anything out can you post back here? I have a pretty long list of issues myself and am hoping to get out of it for under a grand.

So far I have had one recommendation for SpeedLab on Eubank, but I haven't checked them out yet. I was holding out hope that I might find some local Audi enthusiasts that would like to help a rookie out, but no luck yet.

Chimerstry

I went with Hans Wittler's. East of Eubank and North of Central on Elizabeth street.