vinnytang Posted 26March, 2018 Report Share Posted 26March, 2018 I'm moving to Thornbury next week right down the road from Auto Art. I have been to an open day there but otherwise don't know much about them, I'd like to ask if they're a good mob to spend my money with? I just don't know a whole lot about them being fairly new to pcar ownership, hopefully some of the forum members can help with some feedback? Will need to find a shop to service my 911 and eventually do the gearbox rebuild, I'm hoping they can do the right job without bleeding me dry! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoHeadsTas Posted 26March, 2018 Report Share Posted 26March, 2018 7 hours ago, vinnytang said: I'm moving to Thornbury next week right down the road from Auto Art. I have been to an open day there but otherwise don't know much about them, I'd like to ask if they're a good mob to spend my money with? I just don't know a whole lot about them being fairly new to pcar ownership, hopefully some of the forum members can help with some feedback? Will need to find a shop to service my 911 and eventually do the gearbox rebuild, I'm hoping they can do the right job without bleeding me dry! Aren't they the ones tied up with the L place??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozvino Posted 27March, 2018 Report Share Posted 27March, 2018 Everyone has a horror story about a mechanic/workshop Ive engaged and used Michael - I like him and he has a lot of knowledge and did very good work for me. He has arguably one of the the best Porsche engine builders in the world and his prices are not stupid. I live probably 1km from his workshop so it was uber convenient. Like many of his counterparts, he got overwhelmed over the past 10 years as the Porsche scene exploded, he has been addressing that. @KGB has also used his services on his P cars Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spiller Posted 27March, 2018 Report Share Posted 27March, 2018 I’ve been dealing with them over the past 6 weeks buying a car that they’re selling for a customer. Michael is a good bloke and knows his stuff. It’s been a pleasant experience. Quite a lot of high end stuff in the shop when I was there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zelrik911 Posted 27March, 2018 Report Share Posted 27March, 2018 On 26/03/2018 at 12:13 PM, vinnytang said: I'm moving to Thornbury next week right down the road from Auto Art. I have been to an open day there but otherwise don't know much about them, I'd like to ask if they're a good mob to spend my money with? I just don't know a whole lot about them being fairly new to pcar ownership, hopefully some of the forum members can help with some feedback? Will need to find a shop to service my 911 and eventually do the gearbox rebuild, I'm hoping they can do the right job without bleeding me dry! Since you will be on that side of the hipster-proof fence, for a 915 rebuild go to Darren at AutoCoupe in Eltham. Decades of gearbox rebuilding experience & maybe he's on the same train line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozvino Posted 27March, 2018 Report Share Posted 27March, 2018 16 minutes ago, Zelrik911 said: Since you will be on that side of the hipster-proof fence, for a 915 rebuild go to Darren at AutoCoupe in Eltham. Decades of gearbox rebuilding experience & maybe he's on the same train line. Darren and AutoCoupe are fantastic also - little further to travel but just a sensational guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnytang Posted 28March, 2018 Author Report Share Posted 28March, 2018 Thanks for the responses. I have also read many great things about Weissach on the forum, but can't find much about it online otherwise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jnr356 Posted 28March, 2018 Report Share Posted 28March, 2018 2 hours ago, Ozvino said: Everyone has a horror story about a mechanic/workshop Ive engaged and used Michael - I like him and he has a lot of knowledge and did very good work for me. He has arguably one of the the best Porsche engine builders in the world and his prices are not stupid. I live probably 1km from his workshop so it was uber convenient. Like many of his counterparts, he got overwhelmed over the past 10 years as the Porsche scene exploded, he has been addressing that. @KGB has also used his services on his P cars fikret retired to NZ last year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spectre Posted 28March, 2018 Report Share Posted 28March, 2018 3 hours ago, Ozvino said: Everyone has a horror story about a mechanic/workshop Ive engaged and used Michael - I like him and he has a lot of knowledge and did very good work for me. He has arguably one of the the best Porsche engine builders in the world and his prices are not stupid. I live probably 1km from his workshop so it was uber convenient. Like many of his counterparts, he got overwhelmed over the past 10 years as the Porsche scene exploded, he has been addressing that. @KGB has also used his services on his P cars Agreed, Michael does good engine work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozvino Posted 28March, 2018 Report Share Posted 28March, 2018 5 hours ago, jnr356 said: fikret retired to NZ last year finally retired hey; didn't realise, big loss for Michael and the P-Car community Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KGB Posted 28March, 2018 Report Share Posted 28March, 2018 My office is down the road from Auto Art, so started cautiously and slowly with Michael. Couldn't speak highly enough of his work on my 964 and 928GTS. He knows his stuff, and gets to the crux of the problem very quickly. Great diagnosis, communication and thought processes to arrive at best or most appropriate solution. MIchael employed and taught quite a few of the younger independents mentioned on this forum, and is often consulted by them for advice which he happily provides. Great engine and gearbox builder. Worked at Hamiltons during the 3.0-964, 928, 944 era. If your personalities click you'll have a great relationship. We've become friends over the journeys with both my cars. A very good bloke. Then you have Paint & Custom, with uncle Louie, across the road. Expensive but very good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jnr356 Posted 28March, 2018 Report Share Posted 28March, 2018 3 hours ago, KGB said: My office is down the road from Auto Art, so started cautiously and slowly with Michael. Couldn't speak highly enough of his work on my 964 and 928GTS. He knows his stuff, and gets to the crux of the problem very quickly. Great diagnosis, communication and thought processes to arrive at best or most appropriate solution. MIchael employed and taught quite a few of the younger independents mentioned on this forum, and is often consulted by them for advice which he happily provides. Great engine and gearbox builder. Worked at Hamiltons during the 3.0-964, 928, 944 era. If your personalities click you'll have a great relationship. We've become friends over the journeys with both my cars. A very good bloke. Then you have Paint & Custom, with uncle Louie, across the road. Expensive but very good. never worked at hamiltons be interested to know which independents he taught too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KGB Posted 28March, 2018 Report Share Posted 28March, 2018 10 hours ago, jnr356 said: be interested to know which independents he taught too? He’d welcome your visit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spectre Posted 28March, 2018 Report Share Posted 28March, 2018 1 hour ago, KGB said: He’d welcome your visit. And a chat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jnr356 Posted 28March, 2018 Report Share Posted 28March, 2018 2 hours ago, KGB said: He’d welcome your visit. i've known michael for a while..also worked with fikret Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KGB Posted 29March, 2018 Report Share Posted 29March, 2018 5 hours ago, jnr356 said: i've known michael for a while..also worked with fikret Fikret rebuilt the top end in my 964. Mad Turkish bastard worked on 2 Porsche aero engines last year...they were something. 5 hours ago, Spectre said: And a chat I think he's trying to cure that issue.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P-Kay Posted 29March, 2018 Report Share Posted 29March, 2018 12 minutes ago, KGB said: worked on 2 Porsche aero engines last year...they were something. ....that they were! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozvino Posted 29March, 2018 Report Share Posted 29March, 2018 8 hours ago, Spectre said: And a chat LMAO - he certainly does love to chat.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spectre Posted 3April, 2018 Report Share Posted 3April, 2018 On 3/29/2018 at 2:29 PM, KGB said: Fikret rebuilt the top end in my 964. Mad Turkish bastard worked on 2 Porsche aero engines last year...they were something. I think he's trying to cure that issue.... NNNOOOO that's the virtue that makes Michael special Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnytang Posted 27April, 2018 Author Report Share Posted 27April, 2018 The fuel pump on the 911 decided to give out this morning, so had an impromptu first visit to Auto Art via Nationwide Towing based on your recommendation @KGB (and it also being around the corner from my house). Looking forward to see if they should be my local go-to in the future! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJM Posted 27April, 2018 Report Share Posted 27April, 2018 On 28 March 2018 at 6:00 PM, KGB said: Then you have Paint & Custom, with uncle Louie, across the road. Expensive but very good. I hope they offer better service than Maztech across the road. A f*#%ing hour drive each way to see my car "on the dyno" today only to get there and find it still on the hoist.....again. ? @KGB if you are passing by and see a dark green RX7 on the dyno, can you let me know. Only been 3.5 months wait so far...... Maybe I should send it to Louie for a lick of paint while I wait. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KGB Posted 27April, 2018 Report Share Posted 27April, 2018 @DJM the main aural vibe down that end of Dundas St is of large wasps buzzing their a$$es off on a Dyno all day... I'll snap you a pic. 15 hours ago, vinnytang said: The fuel pump on the 911 decided to give out this morning, so had an impromptu first visit to Auto Art via Nationwide Towing based on your recommendation @KGB (and it also being around the corner from my house). Looking forward to see if they should be my local go-to in the future! Oh oh! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnytang Posted 27April, 2018 Author Report Share Posted 27April, 2018 9 hours ago, DJM said: I hope they offer better service than Maztech across the road. A f*#%ing hour drive each way to see my car "on the dyno" today only to get there and find it still on the hoist.....again. ? @KGB if you are passing by and see a dark green RX7 on the dyno, can you let me know. Only been 3.5 months wait so far...... Maybe I should send it to Louie for a lick of paint while I wait. Maztech’s customer service leaves a lot to be desired, but by god can they make a rotary sing. My old FD3S RS flew after they gave it the treatment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJM Posted 28April, 2018 Report Share Posted 28April, 2018 13 hours ago, vinnytang said: Maztech’s customer service leaves a lot to be desired, but by god can they make a rotary sing. My old FD3S RS flew after they gave it the treatment. Yeah that's why I am there. Service is terrible but apparently Anthony is the man for tuning Microtech ECU turbo rotaries. I keep smiling and encouraging through gritted teeth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 28April, 2018 Report Share Posted 28April, 2018 23 hours ago, DJM said: Only been 3.5 months wait so far...... You still going through that? Wouldve pissed them off long ago Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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