[MCV73]

This is what I've found today on the web:
Ferrari Maserati independent repair Bellevue - Bellevue Cars
Anyone knows this person or has more details about what he can do? It'll be the 1st independent in the area for servicing our cars.
Also some of you know this 1st video on Jalopnik..http://jalopnik.com/5890751/the-ten-...deos/gallery/2

[MCV73]

I talked to Jaremy at Bellevue Cars yesterday and it seems that his prices are very competitive and he is servicing exotic and european cars within the Seattle area. I am not going to get into details just yet since I haven't had any hands-on experience with this establishment but I have a set an appointment to get my GS 2yr service for next week. I will try to keep this thread updated mainly for the Seattle owners since this might be our own 1st indy shop in the state. Of course Alfa of Tacoma is there aslo but they are more towards the south and mainly focusing on older exotics as far as I know. I did forget to ask Jaremy if he has the SD tools but I presume he must since he works on Scuderias, GT's and so forth.
They offer free pickup's within WA state and free loaner cars for their clients which I think is a plus and a great convenience for those who need such services.

[MCV73]

Talked to Jareme Parsons and he confirmed having the Leonardo tool, they make SD computers for these cars.I'm dropping the car sometime this week.

[MCV73]

Dropped the car today for the 2yr service, pretty relaxed place and huge showroom and shop, all in the same structure. Front desk lady was nice hi5.
It'll be ready for pick-up in a couple of days and the price so far is reasonable, went up a little on the quote, just in case needs "everything" they say, got my own Lubro Moly 5w40 screaming deal from a friend, have spare belt if needed and the rest they will have to provide, I hope i'll get it soon along with good news as far as the condition of the car, both mechanically and esthetically. I went to exotics@rtc on saturday and it was opening day and crowded hence the cold weather and the sun showing up a little later then expected by everyone. Here is a link for whoever wants to enjoy looking at some nice cars:Exotics at Redmond Town Center for March 24 is ON! - Page 2 - 6speedonline.com Forums
Scroll down and follow the links. enjoy

[veloce49]

WOW!!!
You Seattle guys have a bunch of incredible cars.
Thanks for posting MCV73

[MCV73]

you are very welcome, there were 2 coupes, a few GT's, my only GS, that amazing 8C, lots of F-cars and L-cars, the amazing Ford racer, tons of Porsche and bimmers, that unique Vector, a Bentley, the Mp12-4C, some 358's. No one seems to care about the Maserati brand other than the owners, everyone was more attracted to those unique and rare specimens. One particular 358 had the most amazing sound I've ever had the chance to experience, not sure what was done to the system but the hundreds of people gathered there turned their heads looking for clues, minutes before the car came into view... the screaming racing type sound was out of this world echoing and cutting through surrounding buildings.

[MCV73]

Hence the nasty weather today here in Seattle I went to get my car and I'm not exactly sure why sounds amazing and changes gears as it should, the throttle response is just fantastic accompanied by the sound of the exhaust. Whatever was done to the car was for sure worth the money. Loaner was provided, 3 hours of labor at a very competitive rate, fluids and parts were provided with the exception of the 5W40 Lubro Molly I've picked up form a friend at $31/5L which I think was pretty good.
Overall I'm extremely happy with the service and the way the car runs and sounds. PIS was adjusted, all the fluids changed, everything was checked, Jaremy wasn't in the shop when I got there but he didn't hesitate to call me once available and go through every detail on what was done.
I also asked him if he was capable and willing to work on replacing clutches, fixing heater core issues and so forth, basically major mechanical work on Maseratis and Ferraris and the answer was a positive one, that is great news for us here in the northwest and not to mention all these at very good rates and prices. I'm not going to go into how much and talk exact numbers because I would let him do that with everyone on case to case basis since we all have not exactly the same issues all the time. I was more interested on what they could do there and if was at competitive rates with dealers.
I can say that I was pleased, the car runs and sounds fantastic and all I'm hoping for is to see him again in two years for another service. My car didn't need mainly nothing beside what was mentioned here, belts were good and brakes also good
http://a2fb5e81-ca32-423b-8106-4fd2f...m/service.aspx

[GarWoo]

Very glad to hear of your positive experience with Bellevue Cars, we definitely need another good independent in our area.
I purchased my car at Park Place Motors and was told they have ex F of Seattle personnel in their shop. I did talk to the service manager once about a perceived problem with my '04 Coupe and he seemed to know a lot about M cars and my problem was fixed, for free.
Anyone know anything about Park Place's Repair service?

[MCV73]

Jareme worked for PP.LTD so I would talk to him before calling PP or FoS and see what he can do for you and at what cost. It might save you some cash and time.

[veloce49]

Bravo MCV73!!! Sounds like a great find and thanks for sharing it with the membership.