Know the car before you buy it
Straight answers from the shop floor: the failures we actually see on European cars, what they cost to ignore, and what to check before you hand over your money.
Common BMW Problems to Know Before You Buy
BMWs are some of the best cars on the road to drive, and some of the most predictable to repair. The same handful of issues show up on our lift over and over. Here is what to look for.
Mercedes-BenzCommon Mercedes-Benz Problems to Know Before You Buy
A well-kept Mercedes is one of the most comfortable ways to travel ever built. The failures below are the ones that separate the well-kept ones from the expensive lessons.
Audi / VWCommon Audi and VW Problems to Know Before You Buy
Audi and VW share engines across most of the lineup, which means they share strengths and they share the same well-known weak points. Here is the short list we check on every one.
MiniCommon Mini Cooper Problems to Know Before You Buy
Minis are BMWs in a party outfit, and the turbo models especially share BMW's strengths and BMW's appetite for maintenance. These are the known issues on our lift.
Buying GuideBuying a Used European Car? 7 Checks Before You Sign
After years of inspecting used European cars for buyers in DFW, the pattern is clear: the cars that become nightmares almost always showed the warning signs up front. Here is the checklist we wish every buyer used.
Thinking about buying one? Let us look first.
A pre-purchase inspection at EK Motorwerks costs a fraction of the cheapest repair on this page. We put the car on the lift, scan every module, and give you the honest picture before you sign anything. Located in Dalworthington Gardens, TX, serving Arlington and the DFW area.
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