Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why are maintenance costs for foreign car repair  higher?

This question is asked quite a bit. Foreign cars, particularly the European ones like BMW, Mercedes and so on require the foreign car repair shop to carry specialized tools . They also require mechanics who are experienced and trained in foreign car repair, which results in higher labor costs.

Why does foreign car repair require a higher level of experience?

Foreign cars, particularly European ones, are more difficult to work on due to a difference in structural design from American cars. Foreign cars require manufacturer specific parts which take longer to order and cost more than generic parts.

Foreign cars, particularly European ones, also require knowledge and familiarity with an entirely different set of diagnostic tools than American cars. There are significant differences between American and foreign cars, thus a foreign car repair mechanic needs a higher level of expertise and familiarity with the proper tools for foreign cars.

Are foreign car transmissions different than American cars?

Yes they are. For instance, European car transmissions have what is known as a dual-clutch transmission (DCT), with a greater level of complexity over American cars which have standardized transmissions that are much easier to repair or replace.or