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Looking for a 550 mechanic in the Los Angeles area

Discussion in 'California (Southern)' started by DPA360, Nov 29, 2012.

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  1. DPA360

    DPA360 Karting

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    Hey guys,
    Have had my 99 550 in the garage for about a year now and want to bring it to a shop/mechanic for some suspension work; lowering, alignment & minor repairs. Looking for a knowledgable 550 mechanic in the Los Angeles area who's also reasonable as well. Thank you:)
     
    DPA360, Nov 29, 2012
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  2. GuyIncognito

    GuyIncognito Nine Time F1 World Champ Silver Subscribed

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    where exactly in LA? west side? valley? south bay? OC?
     
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  3. DPA360

    DPA360 Karting

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    West side
     
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  4. DPA360

    DPA360 Karting

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    I don't mind driving a little for a great mechanic;)
     
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  5. wbklink

    wbklink F1 Rookie

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    I would say Eric at the Auto Gallery.

    I think he is one of the best in town.

    cheers,

    Bill

    The Auto Gallery 818-884-4411 Talk to Nick or Dave

    Ferrari & Maserati Service Dept

    21344 Deering CT.
    Canoga Park, CA 91304
     
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  6. darth550

    darth550 Six Time F1 World Champ Lifetime Rossa

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    Closest to you is Claudio at Foreign Sport Technician in Santa Monica. He definitely knows 550's.

    Fastcars is further away but good, and a sponsor here.
     
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  7. sirjankovic

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    Go to Fast Cars redondo beach. It's the only shop in California I will let handle my cars and Ferraris. Ask for Craig or private message me and I'll get you in contact. He himself owns a 550 and knows that car like no other. Best and most trust worthy shop in SoCal.
     
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  8. johnminor308

    johnminor308 Rookie BANNED

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    Agree with Sirjankovic 100%. Fast Cars Redondo Beach, hands down.
     
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  9. Envious Eric

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    GMG over in fountain valley will take care of you!
     
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  10. Jason T. DAmore

    Jason T. DAmore Formula Junior

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    Darth550,

    Do you mean Claudio Zampolli? He is not in Santa Monica anymore. Hes in Anaheim now. I just had him work on my 456. He's the best!!!


    Claudio Zampolli
    5260 E. Hunter Ave.
    Anaheim, CA 92807
    714.434.1412
     
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  11. SoCal1

    SoCal1 F1 Veteran Owner Silver Subscribed

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    Yuup Fast cars for sure

    Great folks
     
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  12. Testarossa Lover

    Testarossa Lover F1 Rookie Owner

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    1+ You can't go wrong with Eric.
     
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  13. DPA360

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    Wow!! Thanks to all of you for your advice. Really appreciate it I will be contacting one of these shops very soon;)
     
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  14. darth550

    darth550 Six Time F1 World Champ Lifetime Rossa

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    Different Claudio

    http://www.foreignsporttechnician.com/
     
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  15. ar4me

    ar4me F1 Rookie Owner

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    +1 on FastCars in Redondo Beach.
    Jes
     
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  16. FastRed355

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    +1 on Claudio in Santa Monica.
    Used to take my older cars to him. Was part of my early Ferrari ownership years. Would not hesitate to go back to him. He is local and reasonable.
     
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  17. Shane86

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    Fast Cars.....they maintain mine.
     
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  18. albert328gts

    albert328gts Formula 3 Silver Subscribed

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    Just go see Carl at Blackhorse on La Cienega. Great reputation all around.
     
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  19. JC 550M

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    I take my 550 to Craig at Fast Cars and have never, ever been disappointed. They are fair, fast and honest in all of the dealings I have had with them. They stand behind their work to a fault.
    JC
     
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  20. DanS*

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    Fast Cars, talk to Craig.
     
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  21. Rockyd

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    Rafi from R2 Racing will take care of you. They are located in Santa Clarita and their shop # 6612513278.
     
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  22. SocalBaksh

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    Fast Cars. See Craig.

    Absolutely the best hands down.
     
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  23. RH550

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    I've been very happy with both Blackhorse (Carl) and Franco's European (in Van Nuys) when servicing my 550. Both have been great to deal with and very thorough.
     
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