I've taken my 2009 Mini Cooper S here multiple times and they always do great work! I never have the same issues again afterwards. But...with an old Mini...a lot of things start deteriorating hence the semi frequent visits. Today was another one of those visits, but here's where they went above and beyond. My car had died in my friends neighborhood about 10 miles from the shop...I had AAA come to tow my car, but they couldn't move it because I couldn't get it into neutral (yes it's an automatic (semi) - LA is not conducive to full manual) I called the shop and explained the situation and they were telling me what I had to do, but I didn't want to do something wrong, and the AAA guy had no idea what to do either! So they told me they would send someone out to me to help me-they were with a client so it might take an hour. Sure enough, after an hour, they had 2 guys come, force my car into neutral and I called AAA again. Dropped it off and figured out the problem in a few hours. What shop does that???? None that I know of...besides Meccanica. The best in the business. Every single guy at the shop is respectful and clearly knows what they are doing. I won't be going anywhere else! I even recommended them to the tow guy and my Uber driver taking me to work from the shop. Definitely, the best in the business! Ask for Antonio and he will take care of you! read more

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They are experts at what they do. You will only get the best from Meccanica. They make sure it's done the right way and use quality parts. So if you want your car done the right way. These are the guys. read more

I've had my 2016 X3 serviced here since 2019. Meccanica has been an incredible team all throughout. Honest, fair, thorough, friendly, and very reasonably priced. They have always been transparent with me about what's needed on the car and what's not as important, and have never tried to upsell a bunch of unnecessary things. My car is now 9 years old and runs perfectly. I highly recommend giving Meccanica a shot! read more

How does one improve upon perfection? I unfortunately do not have the answer but the people at Meccanica do. My beautiful 78 BMW was suffering a few mechanical maladies and they got it running like new. The only people I will ever trust with my love, my heart, my E21. read more

I have been here several times and the diagnostic and service on my X5 was quick reasonably priced and no BS.

My go-to car shop as long as I have my bmw! If you're like me, I always run into car problems at the most inconvenient of times and then panic! But their service is top notch. As someone who doesn't really know much about cars, it's really hard to NOT get up-charged-- I went to BMW Glendale once and they over quoted me thousands of dollars... Meccanica is good peoples. They're professional, knowledgeable, and honest. They're prompt at keeping me updated and provide updated quotes. I always felt in the loop. read more

Great no frills service for my bmw x5. Prices are fair. Highly recommended. Great to have this shop in HLP

There aren't enough words to describe how happy I am with the work Moises and his team have provided... I'm a new owner of a 1975 BMW 2002, I previously owned an 2006 BMW 330i and knew how hard it was going to be to find someone that KNEW how to work on my new project. I had been searching for a good, reliable and honest mechanic for 7 months. I hit up 5 different shops before I gave up and asked the 2002 community on IG for a referral (I should have done that from the get- would have saved me so much time/effort). Without hesitation, three different 2002 owners referred me over to Meccanica and make sure I had Moises work on my car. I called immediately and s/w Antonio who found a cancellation two weeks out for me - usually the shop is booked a month out. I brought her in early morning, Antonio greeted me at the entrance and went straight to work. He opened the hood and immediately located her leak. He diligently asked me if I had any other concerns and I explained the main reasons for my visit. He reassured me that Moises would do a full inspection of the car and they would guide me through everything my car would need in terms I could understand. Upon picking up my car, Moises went over all the new changes , upgrades, discoveries and a plan for future services - if I decided to come back. I didn't have to drive too far to feel the difference in the power, the gears and the take off to realize I had been blessed with a superb mechanic team. It's only been a day since I brought my car back home and I've already recommended two fellow BMW/MINI friends :) read more

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Exceeded expectations x 1,000,000!!!! Finally a shop where trust and loyalty is top priority for each and every team member. __ I purchased a 1976 BMW 2002 and had conducted a lot of research to find a shop that I could call home. Not just any shop, but one where honesty and integrity comes first. Having come from the automotive field myself, I knew how rare this was but from the moment I spoke to Antonio, I knew immediately that I was in good hands. I asked him to do a complete look over of the car since I just bought it and find and fix whatever issues identified. I'll put it to you this way, my car fell in the 1% category. You know, the ones with issues that are extremely rare and hard to diagnose because the symptoms seem to subside the moment the car steps foot in the shop. The ones where often times shops give up because they can't seem to figure it out or replicate the issues. Not here at Meccanica! __ Imagine a team that works through the Christmas holiday, late nights, early mornings and doesn't give up no matter how difficult of an issue arises. One that comes back late night when your car breaks down just so they can open the shop back up for the tow truck driver and then also stays late because they can't resist the temptation to fix it right then and there! How often have you come across a shop like this? Well you've found yourself a unicorn my friend. __ Moises, Antonio and team are not only people who you can fully trust that won't upsell you products and services just because. They are extremely knowledgeable in these cars. My car was probably one of the worst headaches considering the constant issues that it would have but these guys never gave up! They helped me even diagnose issues remotely and also drove out to my house (1hr+) away just to pick up the car themselves and drive it back to the shop for more troubleshooting. They were very reasonable with their pricing as well. There were plenty of issues identified and all were fixed. The little bimmer has been running like a champ ever since and I can't thank Moises, Antonio and team enough for all of their help throughout this process. --Seriously the greatest shop and the greatest team you will ever encounter! If you're reading this review, trust me, you'll see what I mean once you work with these guys.-- read more

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Pretty much everything has already been said in prior reviews so I'll just add that I've been a customer for many years now and I cannot recommend any shop more highly than Meccanica. They are the most knowledgable and honest people you'll meet. They've done everything from fixing dash lights to rebuilding motors on my cars and always made the experience a pleasure. They're true BMW fans and drivers and are part of the car community. We're lucky to have Moises, Antonio, and the crew. read more

First time customer - took my 2003 E46 M3 (non-SMG) in for routine oil service and also requested inspection given car is 19 years old and has 137,000 miles. I typically drive less than 2,000 miles per year so car was in satisfactory running shape; alas, Meccanica found numerous major issues that needed addressing... 1. Suspension system was all-original; given the age of car, it needed replacement; previous shop did not mention this. 2. Subframe reinforcement - E46 bodies are notorious for subframe cracking; therefore, I am glad Meccanica took the time to inspect and advise me upfront. It reinforced the subframe at a very fair price. 3. Brake lines were serviced improperly by a previous shop and were rubbing against axle. Had this not been identified, my brakes would've failed catastrophically. 4. VANOS pressure-accumulator replacement 5. Clutch work 6. Replacement of controller for locking system and convertible top. 7. Flex disc ("guibo") replacement. After all the work that Meccanica performed, my car feels (and looks - thanks for washing the car!!) new. It performs perceptibly better compared to when it had 80,000 miles on it. My wife noticed a difference in the engine sound and performance after 5 minutes. Meccanica is now the exclusive go-to for my beloved M3. I trust Antonio, Moises, and the rest of the Meccanica team more than any dealership. read more

I have a 2016 BMW X5 and had some major issues that were going on with the car. I took my car to a BMW dealer and they had my car for 5 months and charged me close to $3000 for the car to have the same issues. They told me you need a new engine and it would cost $48000 yes $48000!!! I left the dealer and came back a few months later with the same issue. They said there is nothing we can do we don't know what the problem is and we still feel you need a new engine. I took my car here which I've took another BMW and did amazing. They had my car 1month and they found the problem and my car is working better than ever. I recommend these guys. They are honest and will give you best prices. Ask for Antonio!!! Thank you Meccanica!!! read more

HELLO Los Angeles BIMMER OWNER!!! If your looking for a good BMW Mechanic. Look no further, Moises is the man a very knowledgeable mechanic, he is very professional in dealing with the customer and will answer any questions pertaining to your car, and give you an honest and straight forward assessment. He fixed my E39 quick and efficient. He resolved the issue in timely manner. I recommend his services to all BMW owners.... read more

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They always provide quality work, great service and at a reasonable time. Always appreciate their assistance especially and Antonio is the best and most respectful. read more

Antonio is friendly, responsive, and provided exceptional service for my 2017 BMW X3 xDrive35i at a competitive price. I recently had my front control arm bushings replaced, oil changed, and parking sensor issue repaired at his shop. The car runs smooth with no issues. I highly recommend Meccanica for BMW routine service. read more

Called to schedule an oil change and they were very helpful and quick to set up an appointment. After the service they inspected the car and made sure I was aware of some things that needed to be taken care of to be sure I was safe on the road. These guys are kind and trustworthy and will definitely be my go-to shop in the future. read more

2015 328i xdrive. I'm going on a long road trip next month and I wanted to make sure my car was in shape before heading out. There is no crew I trust more than the guys at Meccanica. They understood that I couldn't afford all of the work at once so we broke it up over two visits. First visit was a new battery and replaced rear brakes. Second was control arm bushings and sparks and coils. Huge thanks to the guys for working with me and giving me the best service and best price with honesty and transparency. I am now traveling with great confidence in my car. If you have a BMW look no further these are THE guys! read more

Highly recommend their services they are expert in BMW cars and highly recommended their work!

THE BEST SHOP FOR BMW in LA. Promised. You won't find anyone better. This is the 2nd time I'm taking my classic 95' BMW to Meccanica, and I couldn't be happier. They are REAL, direct, honest & talented mechanics, and (very important for us Bimmer-lovers who also happen not to be fancy) AFFORDABLE. $ If you have a Mini / BMW look no further! They took such good care of my old car. Highly recommend. Thank you guys read more

I can't rate Meccanica 10 Stars!?!?! I WOULD IN A HEART BEAT! This review will be a little long but I think it's a good story. First of all, I'm not a car guy and don't have much knowledge about e30s- other than the fact that I LOVE the look and always wanted one with a swapped s52 engine. I found a beautiful red convertible in CT with the s52 a few months ago and went for it. I didn't realize at the time that I was opening a tiny can of worms... but with any purchase of an older, unknown vehicle, there are bugs to be sorted and this purchase was no different. I drove it cross country and knew I had to find a shop that specialized in bimmers - especially older ones. THANK GOD I chose Moises and his dedicated crew at Meccanica. There are a few very reputable shops around town but Moises was able to provide immediate help, work quickly and honestly without cutting corners and keeping me informed as he went along. HONEST & THOROUGH & ATTENTION TO DETAIL (And pride/love for his work) is what makes Moises tick. The former owner had removed power steering and thus I managed to break the steering wheel the night I pulled into my garage. We had some big ticket items: New suspension / fix brakes / install power steering / new steering wheel / sort out electronics / sort the lights (blinkers/high beams out) etc etc etc. The list grew as Moises went through all the finer points- the guy who owned this car before me was tracking it and modified everything by himself (a self-proclaimed "self taught" mechanic). I give him credit for installing the s52 engine and transmission himself but I'm reticent to congratulate him on anything further than that. The suspension was joke- sway bars cut away, pipes welded into other plates that were misaligned and f'd up, detached shocks.. not to mention damaged and tangled brake lines- I'm telling you.. the list goes on and on and it wasn't pretty. Moises and I decided to order BC Racing coil-overs (WHICH I LOVE) and he set out repairing and fabricating a way to install them - it was painstaking working after the previous botch-job from the former owner. Never discouraged, Moises worked diligently and kept me informed of his progress. I need to shout out Antonio- a fellow member of the Meccanica family (and front office man)- he was so helpful in walking me through additional purchases for the car and explaining my options when it comes to pricing, etc. He kept me up-to-date on the progress of the car and no matter how busy they were, he always made time to call. There is serious passion at this shop. The project took longer than we all expected due to the serious nature of the unexpected damage/hidden issues but Moises was always very upfront with me and took the time to physically show me the issues and explain my options. There was never an up-sell or pressure to fix anything unless it was a serious matter (The messed up brake lines were scary to look at.. thank god he caught that). The charge for all the labor and equipment was VERY FAIR. I am forever a dedicated Meccanica customer. This whole experience has left me feeling great about owning this car and feeling so comfortable knowing I have a knowledgable team I work with in the future. Oh.... and the bimmer drives like a high-end sports car worth thousands more!!! its F'ing AWESOME. THANKS GUYS! read more

If you own a BMW or Mini, do yourself a favor and just come see Moises here. You will not regret it!! I recently purchased a E39 M5 cannot be happier to have Moises, Antonio and Esau work on my car. They are meticulous and honest and you will leave this place a happy camper! March 10, 2018 Update: Need to give credit where it is due to the Meccanica team; to Moises, Antonia and Esau. Recently I had the check engine light come on and when diagnosed, the infamous Vanos failure was the issue. For those who know, this is the major issue on this model of the BMW E39 M5 with high miles as mine (160K + miles) This prevents enthusiast like me to drive and enjoy this piece of art (as Moises calls the E39 M5 S62 engine, I agree) Moises and his team took his time to diagnose the issue correctly and worked with me to properly identify and narrow down and pin point the issue and saving me the hassle to send out the vanos for costly repairs. This guy is the MacGuyver for BMW M cars! If you own any BMW M vehicle, do not hesitate to bring it to Meccanica for any issues you might have. You will leave with a smile on your face. read more

Moises "A MECHANIC you can finally trust". Beyond fair and honest, this is the kind of shop that just wants to grow with loyal costumers. Brought my older just bought car in for service and a full inspection. It's an older car so I want to make sure it's running smooth on the weekends. He broke down a list of what was needed, what will be needed and so much insight on the car's condition. Extremely honest and upfront with everything, made a new friend and most importantly don't have to struggle with bad mechanic shops anymore. Thanks for being a great shop Meccanica read more

I've been to quite a few mechanics in my life but I've never had such amazing service as Antonio and the team at Meccanica. They are patient, generous and incredibly good at their jobs. If you have a Mini or BMW I could not recommend them highly enough. read more

First time, they specialize in minis! I am always leery of new mechanics. They almost didn't see me this week, but I mentioned concerns over my car breaking down and they looked for cancellations and they saw me next day. Asked some questions and why I felt the car was damaged. They ran diag and gave me an estimate. They took care of my mini and all the issues it had. Bad coil Too much oil (my fault) Changed oil/flushed break fluid Replaced air filters for engine and cabine Replaced faulty bulbs Patched a nail in my tire I left with peace of mind. They also honored the 20% discount without me asking! Down to earth, honest guys looking to make a name with their quality services. It's a drive for me, but I'll make it again. Keep up the high standards guys! read more

Brought my X1 for repair, my motion sensor which I damaged by accident just kept going off non stop. My lease dealer said that this is not covered within my extended warranty. As soon as I got there Antonio and Moses gave me a 5 start treatment, there was no wait, no hassle and wait for it... No charge!! They were able to fix it in10 minutes and send me home happy. I had to share this great experience that I had with this new business. I tell ya, If you have any service required on your BMW, you are missing out if you don't take it there. Thank U Meccanica! See you next time read more

10/11/2019 - BMW X5 My X5 overheated & broke down in DTLA. Not wanting to take any repair chances, my 1st thought was to take it to the nearest auto dealership, but at the same time hesitated as my experiences with BMW dealerships haven't been the best. Thus, not wanting to end up paying through the nose with an astronomical bill, I searched for optional BMW repair shops in the area. Eventually I was referred to Meccanica by another top rated shop who were too busy to take me. I ended up having AAA tow my car to Meccanica, who accepted to diagnose my car. I dealt with Antonio, a very pleasant, kind, professional & knowledgeable young tech who accommodated my need to have my car diagnosed on the same day. Sure enough, as agreed they inspected my car & Antonio called me to go over the recommended repairs, part prices and labor cost & pleasantly answered all my questions. Once I gave the "Ok" my car was fixed the next day. The water pump was the main problem. Nonetheless, they recommended to replaced other related and adjacent parts that they observed were damaged. The intention was to avoid having to -later on- pay for another diagnostic & dedicated labor for the other repairs that were obviously needed to avoid another breakdown, as the mechanic was already working on the cooling system & area. I decided to trust them and went along with all recommendations made even thought the bill would obviously be higher, but who needs to end up with a broken car in the middle of the traffic again. When I picked up my car, Antonio had the bad parts at hand to show me & explain things. It all made sense. I was glad they checked beyond the apparent & obvious, was pleased they made the recommendations they did & ultimately was very pleased with their overall service attitude & performance. Nothing short from the services I have received at auto dealerships & way above other specialized small services shops I've used. Don't expect to see a flashy facade & a luxurious lounge or waiting area, or free coffee & donuts when you come to Meccanica (at least not yet). Expect to see young, smart, progressive & talented entrepreneurs on a business growth mode. No BS friendly, honest, straightforward & committed service. I'm confident these young pro mechanics can duplicate my service experience with you. Mario read more

Looking for that mechanic that you know you can rely on? Look no further. I Needed some work done on my '89 Jetta and was referred to this place by a friend of mine, and 5 stars isn't enough to show how good these guys are! Moises is a craftsman with vehicles and you can tell by the work and effort he does on your car. I asked Moises to do a full diagnosis on my car to help it drive more safely and effectively without shutting off on me every time I take it out... And man, after taking it back home it's like night and day. My brother took the car out a few days after and he too could tell the difference on how the car just felt "different" and much more fun to drive. Customer service was also on point. Moises and Antonio were efficient in explaining things and also helped to work around my budget. They follow up with other things I needed and didn't let me down with information I had asked for. I definitely would recommend these guys and will go back to him with future projects and issues that will come up in the future. read more

I'm so HAPPY I found Meccanica - such an awesome place and excellent service. I was expecting to pay more for all the sh*t that was wrong with my MINI but it ended paying a decent amount. I'm def coming back for all my MINI needs. read more

I was very happy to find Meccanica and now they are the first shop that I call when it comes to my Bmw e30. They diagnosed the coolant leak quickly and replaced the hoses necessary. Pep boys told me that the radiator needed to be replaced and put out an estimate of $900. I don't take my car to pep boys but my usual mechanic was booked for two weeks and I hadn't heard of meccanica yet. I will be taking my car back very soon for some necessary repairs. They are honest , reliable and very professional in their approach. I wish to keep them to myself so I can get an appointment when I call but it's unfair to all the people who have older bmws that should be aware of their services. They are very close to downtown close to glassell park area. Take your car there without hesitation. Best of luck to Meccanica. read more

You are reading this because you are searching for a trusted BMW or MINI repair shop. STOP call (323) 576-2711, ask for Antonio, and schedule your appointment. .then read the rest. I own a 1997 BMW 328i which I bought from Moises a little over a year ago. But before this he repaired transmission issues on my 1998 Volvo S70. Now this matters because although he had very little experience with older model Volvos, he took on the task and got it done right. Moises is incredibly skilled at finding the problem and fixing it on any vehicle, especially BMWs and MINIs. When my 328i is due for service or repairs, I drive from South Orange County to Meccanica because I trust Moises and his team. . and my wallet agrees, and so will yours....Guaranteed! read more

My mini needed a new battery and spark plugs and the mini dealer tried to charge me 3 times what I ended up paying here. Moises and Antonio were so great and helped me understand my car and what to look out for down the road. This is my first Mini so having them be so knowledgeable and willing to explain was really appreciated. The pricing was fair, clearly stated and upheld. I appreciate their efficiency and integrity. I have found my new mechanic! read more

Meccanica - Auto Repair Near Me - Los Angeles, California

By far the best mechanic I have gone to. He was able to discuss the diagnostic issue with my car in detail & he broke down what was urgent & what needed done on the next visit. I will definitely continue to trust my baby with the shop! read more

If you are looking to fix your car and looking for someone you can trust with your unwell car, Meccanica is your place. Four years ago, I bought a 2nd hand Mercedes E430 from my old mechanic, where I used to take my cars, until a friend of mine told me about Moises and Meccanica. The engine light was on again, as it went on often since I purchased the car. A couple rounds of careful tests and test driving later, he found the problems. Apparently the car was in an accident, that was never reported before. Moises presented me a couple options... When I got my car back, it felt like I just got a total different vehicle! It's so smooth. I feel like I'm almost flying when driving the "new" ride. I made my boyfriend drive it the same day I got the car delivered and he was impressed. Oh by the way, my gas milage has gone up too. Can you believe it? For me, Moises is the guy for my cars! read more

Meccanica I'm fortunate to have met Moises, he runs an honest business, engaging to a high level of detail and always gives me a prioritized breakdown of what my 2001 X5 needs in a concise manner. I always took my X5 to the dealer bearing the high cost as insurance simply because I could not trust anyone to be honest. If you appreciate the importance of car maintenance, especially a high-performance car, I urge to go see Moises and his team at Meccanica shop. read more

Recently my 2013 335 displayed a message about needing new brakes. Up to this point I've always taken my car to the dealer for service, but when I saw the excellent reviews on Yelp I decided take my car to Meccanica. Turns out my car didn't need new brakes, just the sensor needed adjustment. I had the oil changed, lines flushed, and air filters changed for a very reasonable cost. I greatly appreciated the honesty and fair prices at Meccanica. Very nice guy too. read more

Recently brought my car in for minor Service and Antonio took care of my car, very professional service, nice staff and reasonable price.

Nicest guys! Been bringing my Mini here for a few years now and they're the best. Moises & Antonio always take the time to make sure I'm happy with the service, safe on the road and comfortable with cost. Most recently had my clutch & flywheel replaced after 10yrs & 140k miles on the original parts. They recommended also replacing the waterpump (due to a small leak) and did not charge additional labor as they were already in there. Also great for smaller services like oil changes. Can't say enough about how great & trustworthy they are. Highly recommend. read more

I mainly want to say how kind and accommodating Antonio and Moi were. They made sure that everything was explained thoroughly and even made recommendations for future work that may need to be done. My 2007 mini will be a returning customer for sure ! Thanks again! read more

I had a pretty good idea of what was required after taking my new used Mini Cooper it to the dealership. But I needed someone local who could furnish that kind of expertise at a price that I could afford. Moises and Antonio were extremely helpful in getting me on track. And they did it for a reasonable price. Moises is very knowledgeable and has both experience and passion. A rare bird indeed and not someone that you'll usually find at a dealership. My car's running great now, and I feel I have someone I can trust when my car needs attention. read more

I really don't know much about cars, when my mini started running weirdly and my regular oil, brakes and battery guy couldn't fix it i brought it here. Best choice i've ever made, they worked so well with me answered all my questions i felt so informed and taken care of. They even looked at warranty and worked with my insurance to get me the best price possible. They fixed all the issues my car had (it was like 5 different things) in a weekend, i'm never taking my car to anyone else, these guys can really be trusted! read more