550Spyder Posted 13November, 2021 Report Share Posted 13November, 2021 I was talking to someone the other day who told me that Mark Buik had sold out his workshop in Adelaide and it got me thinking about the unsung hero’s of Porsche service in Australia. Guys like Mark Buik, Bob Whym at BWA, David Brennan and Buchanan’s, factory trained, modest workshops, reasonable rates and straight shooting advice. They’re not building concept cars, running track days, building fancy websites and filling Instagram up with moody shots. I’m not having a crack at the Autohaus / Weltmiester’s of this world but feel there are a few unsung hero’s that support our P community with parts, service and advice who don’t get a lot of kudos. Thanks boys (and girls). Who else deserves a shout out? LeeM, Raven, Arnage and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter M Posted 13November, 2021 Report Share Posted 13November, 2021 Always had good work and advice from Simon and Sarah at Autowerks at Wyong: German Auto Werks SteveF, 911CSR and Stockydude 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Posted 13November, 2021 Report Share Posted 13November, 2021 That is a great post 550spyder they certainly deserve a shout out for their quality service and passion for the brand Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stockydude Posted 14November, 2021 Report Share Posted 14November, 2021 Mike Jacobson at Spyder Automobiles in beautiful, downtown Warragul Vic gets my vote - carrying on the work of the legendary John Gregory, Spyder has been going 53 years. He's a one-man operation so has a lot of balls to juggle but the work and advice are both exceptional in my view. sjm 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 14November, 2021 Report Share Posted 14November, 2021 Mark Buik is now 'Buik Motorsport', concentrating on race cars in the side street near Buik Motorworks, so he's still around Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PCM911T Posted 14November, 2021 Report Share Posted 14November, 2021 5 hours ago, Stockydude said: Mike Jacobson at Spyder Automobiles in beautiful, downtown Warragul Vic gets my vote - carrying on the work of the legendary John Gregory, Spyder has been going 53 years. He's a one-man operation so has a lot of balls to juggle but the work and advice are both exceptional in my view. Mike gets my vote too, has looked after my 1970 "911" for the last 19 years. Honest and fair and has added lots of free time to keep me in Porsche ownership on a limited budget. Gives personal service and is a great enthusiast. Adam.B, Stockydude, Neun 11 and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coastr Posted 23November, 2021 Report Share Posted 23November, 2021 He’s in the USA but John Walker is a legend. Sad day when prices forced him to pack up and semi retire. Still runs a yearly swap meet that gets a lot of attendance and doles out the advice good and straight when you ask him. He has contributed a lot of knowledge on pelican. Peter M 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter M Posted 24November, 2021 Report Share Posted 24November, 2021 On 23/11/2021 at 22:26, Coastr said: He’s in the USA but John Walker is a legend. Sad day when prices forced him to pack up and semi retire. Still runs a yearly swap meet that gets a lot of attendance and doles out the advice good and straight when you ask him. He has contributed a lot of knowledge on pelican. And doesn't have a sensitive ego like some of them and is happy to admit when he stuffs up. The 3.2 inlet gaskets in the SC thread is an example. Otherwise good sensible advice always. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
911CSR Posted 26November, 2021 Report Share Posted 26November, 2021 On 13/11/2021 at 18:25, Peter M said: Always had good work and advice from Simon and Sarah at Autowerks at Wyong: German Auto Werks Mate I am 1,000% behind you on this. Simon at Autowerks is absolutely fantastic and there is a reason why a lot of his customers travel from a very long way to get him to work in their cars. He is now my No:1 choice for my car Peter M 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgy Posted 7December, 2021 Report Share Posted 7December, 2021 Another lesser know shop for the Sydney folks, Ralph Ali @ RPMS has been great in my dealings, PPI's (I've been on both buyer/seller end) and service work! Definitely handy for those of us on the south side! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fishcop Posted 17September, 2022 Report Share Posted 17September, 2022 Another shout-out here for Autowerks at Wyong - minor service and replaced water pump. Drove down from Port Mac, train station pickup and drop-off whilst I worked out of Newcastle for a few days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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