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Old Mar 14, 2006 | 01:34 PM
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Alternative to Champion Service in S Fl?

Now that my car is out of warrantee, I’m looking for an alternative to Champion Motors anywhere near Fort Lauderdale. Anyone have a recommendation?
 
Old Mar 14, 2006 | 05:14 PM
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John,
Let me know if you find a good shop. I didnt buy my c4s from Champion but I get my warranty work done there. I'm in North Miami Beach.

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Old Mar 15, 2006 | 12:24 AM
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Will do. My last car was a Benz and I used to take it to this place in Fort Myers called Better Cars when I lived on the other side. They were awesome, honest, German speaking mechanics that charged at least 30% less than the dealer. The shop was spotless, well run, they had every part I ever needed and always tried their best to save me money. If we could find a Porsche version of Better Cars in North Miami/Fort Lauderdale we'd be having things.

I've been to Champion a couple of times and I just get bad vibes from them. It's like I can feel the siphon hose locking in on my wallet's coordinates and standing by for the order to suck.
 
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John,

Give Bob Varella a call at Foreign Affairs in Pompano Bch. He's just east of the Turnpike on Sample Rd., just one exit away from Champion.

He has a senior mechanic who was trained at Porsche Germany.

My brother ('79 SC& Boxster S) & I (996) have used Bob since the mid-eighties....
 
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Thank you!! That's the second time that name has come up in good stead. I'll check them out.
 
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Yeh, I was told the same thing when I bought my car. (in Pompano) I don't need any major work and I'm still under warranty but I will keep thier number close.

Thanks too
 
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