Visit San Gabriel Valley's most experienced BWM & Mercedes Benz auto center, located in the beautiful city of Rosemead, CA. The key to keeping your car running smooth is to follow your Manufacturer's Scheduled Maintenance. Not sure what it is? We have you covered! We are committed to keeping your car in excellent health, which saves you money over the long run.
The first step is to find out what's not working right. Rudy has extensive knowledge of European Imports dating back to 1968. He is an internationally known mechanic with multi-year tenures at BMW in Lima and Volvo of Peru. Our team of experts are able to pin point issue with cars very quickly and solve every major issue while treating you like family.
The first step is to find out what's not working right. Rudy has extensive knowledge of European Imports dating back to 1968. He is an internationally known mechanic with multi-year tenures at BMW in Lima and Volvo of Peru. Our team of experts are able to pin point issue with cars very quickly and solve every major issue while treating you like family.
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Bavaria Auto Center was founded by Rodolfo "Rudy" Fonseca, a race car enthusiast, top-notch import mechanic, and all around family man. Rudy was born in Lima, Peru where he received his education in automotive mechanics. He started his career as a mechanic at Volvo of Peru and was promoted to foreman quickly.
Auto mechanics all over the world agree on one thing; the key to keeping your car running its best is to adhere to the Manufacturer's Scheduled Maintenance recommendations. These are not hard to follow, but in our everyday busy lifestyle sometimes these go unscheduled and unnoticed, until something happens.
Reviews (21)
The Supercar The Supercar Killer Killer
Dec 25, 2021
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Christopher Grant
Aug 01, 2021
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Tylie F.
Feb 11, 2021
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Don is the best mechanic and has the best service ever! I had my 2018 BMW X2 serviced there first time. (The BMW dealership quoted me $780 for break pads replacement). I called to Bavaria, Don explained to me that I have two options; OEM parts. $350. Aftermarket parts $275. Which I think the price is so reasonable and he's being so honest to me. I chose the OEM part. Everything done less than a hour . Don showed me the parts as well and he sanitized my car and my car key during the covid pandemic before return it to me. Definitely will recommend this shop and will come back again if service
Rick Gonzalez
Jan 11, 2021
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I took my BMW 2002 to Rudy last summer to get a tune up and fix a minor issue. A lot of places don’t work on classic cars so I was a bit worried until Rudy showed my his other two fully restored 2002s and I was blown away. They’re true professionals and will give you an honest diagnosis with an honest price. They also sent over a Christmas card. I definitely recommend servicing your car here.
Jose Hernandez
Dec 30, 2020
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Value
The Mechanics here are very knowledgeable... I was very happy with the work they did on my convertible (my baby) I spoke with Don and he was very professional very knowledgeable and experienced when it comes to these cars... This is my new "Go to" mechanic shop for me... I look forward to doing business with them again 👍
The Mechanics here are very knowledgeable... I was very happy with the work they did on my convertible (my baby) I spoke with Don and he was very professional very knowledgeable and experienced when it comes to these cars... This is my new "Go to" mechanic shop for me... I look forward to doing business with them again 👍
Tho Huynh Mr. Tigr Chow
Dec 15, 2020
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Do they know the business or not? When it comes to German engineering from my knowledge I think they're much better than the dealer itself when it comes to your knowledge of Mercedes Benz. Before you take your car into a dealer I highly recommend you take it here. As the owner of a 1989 560sl r-107 classic as well as 2003 SL500 R230 . I've taken both of these cars for services and etc.
Katherine Clouet
Jun 26, 2020
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Don is the most reliable and honest mechanic I’ve ever had. I no longer live in the area but I make the drive to see him. He diagnosed a failing belt pulley in 15 minutes when my dealer couldn’t diagnose with a whole day and had wanted to charge me for further tests. Don saved me a ton of time and money and I am very grateful.
Joshua M.
Apr 01, 2020
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Robert S.
Jan 19, 2020
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Val V.
Jan 13, 2020
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(Prior two other shops didn't know what was wrong with it , they told me out of their league bc it's an electrical problems ) As I was driving down haven st in Rancho Cucamonga , I waved down a young fella whom was driving a bmw , I asked him where he takes his car for service, he told me he goes to "Balvaria" in Rosemead and to ask for Don. I was pretty desperate to wave down someone and do such thing , but I did bc I was limited to options and tired of being scammed. I called The shop and spoke to Don, we spoke briefly and he asked me to come in so he can take a look, Soon
Oshman L.
Dec 25, 2019
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Jose Q.
Dec 23, 2019
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John Y.
Aug 08, 2019
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These guys are the absolute worst. My sister took her 2003 Mercedes C240 in to see why the AC had stopped working and was told that the whole system had to be replaced at a cost of $1900. She then called another shop nearby that gave us a quote for about $1200 for the same work, but didn't actually have them look at the car.
When we finally did the car to get another opinion I was told that the system just needed to be refilled with freon for about $60. So not only did the mechanic lie about the work that needed to be done, he gave the highest estimate possible just to take advance of a
When we finally did the car to get another opinion I was told that the system just needed to be refilled with freon for about $60. So not only did the mechanic lie about the work that needed to be done, he gave the highest estimate possible just to take advance of a
John Hicks
Dec 13, 2018
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I came here because I have electrical issues with my car. I called ahead ...and was told they have time to take a look at my car....and to come on by. So I drove all the way there, to be told by an employee that they have no time to look at my car...and if I want them to...I must wait. Then they put a code reader on my car that wasn’t designed for my car ..I have a Mercedes...and to properly diagnose it...requires the STAR obd2 reader...because the star machine can actually go through each system and find out EXACTLY what’s wrong. The guy tried to tell me that his code reader can do the same
Cristian M.
Aug 26, 2018
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Brought my E90 to this shop after getting mickey mouse work done by some fools in City of Industry, I was immediately read the codes on my car and was told my water pump was broken, which was news to me. They priced the parts decently and the work was done promptly the same day. I can definitely recommend this shop to anybody looking for honest and good work. Don't try to cut corners, bring your car to Bavaria Auto Center, they'll get you back on the road in no time.
Maria M.
Jul 10, 2017
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Lisa G.
Jun 05, 2015
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Luis D.
Mar 13, 2014
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Great service and prices. I come here to service my Mercedes c300. Don always does a great job with the services and explains what needs to be done. Real service. Owners are nice as well. Even if they don't have the parts they would get those for you at reasonable prices.
Like coming here for any type of service.
Like coming here for any type of service.
William C.
Jan 25, 2013
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I would recommend this shop for service. My Benz needed a brake job. I had it in to Top Way Auto at El Monte, they couldn't take out the brake retainer pins. They said I need to change out the 2 front calipers which cost me thousands. They still charge me a hour for something wasn't done. I didn't want to call the police out for a $95 argument. Nextday, I went into Bavaria and they had it done the same day. I was so happy!!
Dwain C.
Sep 27, 2012
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Noel S.
Dec 28, 2009
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I've had many BMW's from 325, 528, 740, X5 and one E320 MBZ...all serviced by Rudy. Rudy does excellent work. If he's pricey, his work is worth the cost. Unless he misses something in his diagnosis of the problem (he is human), the problem gets fixed! There's been a couple of times that something hasn't gone as planned, but he was very good at fixing and making me happy.
One reviewer mentioned that he charges for parts above dealer price. Some shops give you that advantage and some don't. Again, I find the cost worth knowing he does a good job and does it right
One reviewer mentioned that he charges for parts above dealer price. Some shops give you that advantage and some don't. Again, I find the cost worth knowing he does a good job and does it right
