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It took six weeks to get done. He said I needed a new engine because of no pressure, he told me I needed a lot of work done. Mounts, belts, timing kit. I got my car back two days ago and it has the same rattle I brought it into him with. I took it to a different mechanic and they said that nothing bad been done. I received my money back but still I would not recommend him to anybody. Come to find out I did not need nay of those parts, just motor mounts.

Went great - as always - my VW is 14 years old and I have used Dave since about year 3 after being exasperated at the prices the dealer charged and the horrilbe service.  Dave is a wish come true!! - Probably why I have had my  bug so long!

The 1st issue - the check engine light was on and I could not get my car to pass inspection in January. I took the car to Dave and he spent time diagnosing and making repairs. We were hoping to get the light to stay off, but it would not. I didn't want to spend any more money on getting the light to go off (all it takes is one Google search to see how notorious these Beetle's check engine lights are for coming on and staying on), so I got a waiver from the DMV with the paperwork Davie provided. This was about $270.00.





The 2nd issue - my Beetle had started making a rattling noise when at idol after the engine warmed up. It sounded like a diesel. I took it to Dave in July and he new exactly what was causing the issue, oil sludge. I was pleased that he didn't try to tell me my cat was going bad (this also causes a rattling noise). He also was able to flush the system enough to get the rattling to go away almost entirely. Worked for me, and saved me money by Dave not having to take out the oil pan. This was about $300.00. He also spent time diagnosing a new AC problem that developed and did not charge me for his time to do that.





I have taken my Beetle to the VW dealership in town - but always felt like they were trying to find something else wrong so they could charge me more money. I couldn't trust them. Dave is not cheap - but he does try to fix your car at the least expense to you if he can. Also after talking to him you realize he knows VW's like the back of his hand!

I have used Dave as my mechanic for at least 8 years. He is not cheap because he is a quality/experienced mechanic that specializes in VW's. I respect him and even the local VW dealers/ mechanics know him and respect him. I would definitely recommend him. He is good at what he does and he is honest.

He is close to home. He is an excellent mechanic. He does high quality work. He takes care of extra things on my car; he is pretty much like my car doctor. I trust him, and he is very honest. He is conscience. He is expensive.

New in Wilmington and looking for a good shop for our VW New Beetle (Diesel). Saw some good reviews on line, so gave him a try - very glad I did. Dave's is NOT fancy and although centrally located in Wilmington, is a bit hard to find. He's been working on VWs a long time, is an excellent diagnostitian, will fix what needs fixing and not what doesn't, and will charge a fair price - way lower than the dealer of course. He works mostly by himself, so he can't always answer the phone, but he will return your call. Don't expect a free latte while you watch CNN in a waiting room, but you CAN expect excellent work at a good price. I highly recommend. He's on the BACK side of the building BEHIND Grinder's Cafe.