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Old Nov 29, 2009 | 08:00 PM
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subaru specialists/mechanic shop recomendations

So Im looking at picking up a used wrx but want to get it inspected first. Any recommendations on a place to get it checked around sunnyvale area?
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Old Nov 29, 2009 | 08:12 PM
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LIC is your closest bet. but any of the shops around i-club will a good job for you.
Old Nov 29, 2009 | 08:21 PM
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ya thats way too far though i just want a basic check to make sure there are no major mechanical issues or electrical problems because one of the HIDs was out and a tail light but the guy said a cable for the HID kit needed to be replaced or something
Old Nov 29, 2009 | 08:25 PM
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PJ's automotive in Santa Rosa is a very reputable shop that will not steer you wrong. They've done some work on our Subarus and have always been fairly priced.

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Old Nov 29, 2009 | 08:27 PM
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thanks for the recommendations but the car is in sunnyvale and I am in los altos any south bayers care to chime in?
Old Nov 29, 2009 | 08:37 PM
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autohq?
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Just drive to LIC.
Old Nov 29, 2009 | 09:28 PM
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I would bring it to LIC but I dont think the owner of the vehicle would be so willing to let me bring it so far haha
Old Nov 29, 2009 | 09:31 PM
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then try GST or speed element.

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autohq?
+1 its the closest to you if you the car is in the South bay as you say.
Old Nov 29, 2009 | 09:34 PM
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AutoHQ/GST on their spare time =P. Maybe even speed element
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I would bring it to LIC but I dont think the owner of the vehicle would be so willing to let me bring it so far haha
GST then, good guys.
Old Nov 29, 2009 | 11:23 PM
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auto hq was offering free inspections
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