Reasonable shops in Los Angeles

[SocalM3e46]

I have a lot of maintenance coming up (inspection 2 and cooling system), and I don't have the time to do it myself. I understand the car (e46 m3) is pricey and I am willing to invest what is neccessary, but I'm sick of paying $155 per hour in labor and OE parts instead of the half price OEM parts that anyone with a brain buys. No joke, a few weeks ago I was quoted a little over a grand for spark plugs and coils because the coils were $60 each (Bosch is $20 online) and plugs were $20 (can be found for $5 online). Plus a few hours @$155. This was at an independent specialist.

So besides complaining, I'm trying to find a shop that uses OEM parts and reasonable labor rates. Can anyone recommended a place in Los Angeles? I'd be fine with a guy in a garage to be honest, I just need thermostat/water pump and inspection 2.

[EthanolTurbo]

Castro Motorsports helped me out a ton in the past. Ask for Chris and tell him Riley sent you.

[SocalM3e46]

Thanks man, I appreciate that.

[Nomam3s]

Also check out The M shop, the specialize in all M cars.