Berkeley Motor Works was founded in 1990 and is proud to have provided high quality auto repair in Albany since 2002. We offer industry leading BMW repair and maintenance services at our auto repair shop, which is conveniently located in Albany. Our business has grown over time because we have always been committed to providing exceptional and honest service.
We never try to talk our customers into costly repairs that they don't need and do our best to complete jobs in the most efficient and cost effective way possible. This ensures a positive relationship that is built on trust between us and our customers. We started as an independent BMW repair shop, but have grown to appreciate and offer our services to Mercedes, Mini Cooper, and Porsche owners.
We never try to talk our customers into costly repairs that they don't need and do our best to complete jobs in the most efficient and cost effective way possible. This ensures a positive relationship that is built on trust between us and our customers. We started as an independent BMW repair shop, but have grown to appreciate and offer our services to Mercedes, Mini Cooper, and Porsche owners.
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Ilja is not just good at what he does, he's one of the best in the business. He has over 20 years of dealership experience and the BMW factory training of a BMW "Master Technician" with a total of over 35 years in the industry. He also has ASE Certifications and is well known all over the state at BMW dealerships as the guy with the answers.
Berkeley Motor Works is committed to ensuring effective communication and digital accessibility to all users. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone, and apply the relevant accessibility standards to achieve these goals. We welcome your feedback. Please call Berkeley Motor Works (510) 528-1214 if you have any issues in accessing any area of our website.
Berkeley Motors Works has been proud to offer Albany quality auto repair services since 1990. We started as an independent BMW service provider, but have expanded the services we offer at our auto repair shop to include Mercedes and Mini Cooper repair. Our dedication to excellent customer service and building an honest relationship with our customers is what has made us successful and kept us providing our auto repair services for over 20 years.
For the best BMW repair Albany has to offer, look no further than Berkeley Motor Works. Our team has such a passion for BMW service that BMW is in our name! We have a full team of technicians who double as BMW specialists and other auto repair technicians. Berkeley Motor Works was founded in 1990 for one sole purpose: to repair BMWs.
Berkeley Motor Works has been proud to offer the finest in BMW maintenance in Albany for over a decade. Our business began as an independently run BMW service station and was founded by BMW specialist, Mike Schwarzbart. Mike founded the company so that he could do work that he was truly passionate about.
Reviews (10)
Timothy Seavey
Jan 05, 2022
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Miller Jackson
Jan 01, 2022
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Positive: Professionalism
ALL FINGERS HIGH IN THE AIR FOR BERKELEY MOTOR WORKS.I WENT TO THEM WHICH WAS MY FIRST TIME.BECAUSE I BELIEVED THEY HAD THE SKILLS TO REPAIR MY MINI.AND I'M GLAD I DID.MY MINI RUN REAL NICE.AND IT WAS CLEANED INSIDE AND OUTSIDE . A WONDOW JOB.KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK BERKELEY MOTOR WORKS HAPPY HOLIDAYS AND BE BLESSED. M.L JACKSON
Services: Tuning, General repairs & maintenance, Interior vacuuming, Engine repair
ALL FINGERS HIGH IN THE AIR FOR BERKELEY MOTOR WORKS.I WENT TO THEM WHICH WAS MY FIRST TIME.BECAUSE I BELIEVED THEY HAD THE SKILLS TO REPAIR MY MINI.AND I'M GLAD I DID.MY MINI RUN REAL NICE.AND IT WAS CLEANED INSIDE AND OUTSIDE . A WONDOW JOB.KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK BERKELEY MOTOR WORKS HAPPY HOLIDAYS AND BE BLESSED. M.L JACKSON
Services: Tuning, General repairs & maintenance, Interior vacuuming, Engine repair
Hans Larson
Nov 18, 2021
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I have been bringing both my Mercedes SUV, and BMW Wagon to Berkeley Motor Works, we’ll for almost their entire life- I think about 15+ years. They have always solved every problem whether major or minor, and have kept my vehicles in top condition, running well, and most importantly safe. I can always count on Mike, Scott and his team to repair quickly, courteously, and reliably. They inspect the whole car when I do something like an oil change and I always know I can rely on my cars to keep me and my family safely on the road, and often on very short notice. Always a thoughtful and thorough
Charles Harris
Nov 11, 2021
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Lynn Sims
Oct 28, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism
I have a 19 year old Mercedes and plan to keep it another 19 years! Berkeley MW’s has provided excellent service to my car for tune-ups, diagnostic checks and repairs. I appreciate their thorough examination of my car and reminders for maintenance.
Services: Tuning, Exhaust, Check engine light diagnostic
I have a 19 year old Mercedes and plan to keep it another 19 years! Berkeley MW’s has provided excellent service to my car for tune-ups, diagnostic checks and repairs. I appreciate their thorough examination of my car and reminders for maintenance.
Services: Tuning, Exhaust, Check engine light diagnostic
Danny
Aug 29, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality
They did a great job! Not only did they find the problem with my car, but they also noticed other safety concerns that were going to cause great danger shortly if I hadn't turned in my car any sooner. Since they specialized in BMW's they knew what to look out for.
Services: Oil change, Tuning, Steering/Suspension, General repairs & maintenance, Engine repair, Brakes, Battery, Transmission
They did a great job! Not only did they find the problem with my car, but they also noticed other safety concerns that were going to cause great danger shortly if I hadn't turned in my car any sooner. Since they specialized in BMW's they knew what to look out for.
Services: Oil change, Tuning, Steering/Suspension, General repairs & maintenance, Engine repair, Brakes, Battery, Transmission
Farhad Qadri
Aug 26, 2021
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So, please take this review seriously!! As this was an eye opening thing for me. I went to this auto works shop because my Mercedes was jerking randomly while driving .. so they charged 250 $ for diagnosis! Which is ok , however, I was told that it has a transmission issue which is gonna cost me 2500 $ to fix , I didn’t have the time to leave my car and just took the car home , I got a second thought and took my car to a different having them same problem because I was skeptical about believing that it’s the transmission as i didn’t have such symptoms in my car , long story short , the new
Derrick Kelly
May 01, 2021
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They are professional and provided quality service at a reasonable price. I took my car in for a diagnostic test because my brakes, 4x4 and ABS lights were all showing on my dashboard at the same time. They ran the diagnostic test and the motor in my transfer case was going out. They were able to replace it and have my car back to me within a cpl of hours.
Mary A.
Mar 27, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Value
The crew at Berkeley Motor Works is consistently professional and customer-oriented. They are clear in their explanations of the work to be done, and follow through in a timely manner. We've taken our BMWs to them for years and are very satisfied!
Services: Oil change, General repairs & maintenance
The crew at Berkeley Motor Works is consistently professional and customer-oriented. They are clear in their explanations of the work to be done, and follow through in a timely manner. We've taken our BMWs to them for years and are very satisfied!
Services: Oil change, General repairs & maintenance
Anne Hudson
Nov 24, 2020
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I chose Berkeley Motors after finding them in a Google search. I spoke with several repair companies, but I was most impressed with the thoughtful questions and professionalism when I called in.
Additionally, my initial service - oil change and side mirror replacement were done well and timely at a fair price. Since the initial services I’ve returned for brake services. (I think that’s really the best measure of how I feel; returning for additional services.)
Everything was again great; now this is my go-to for any service needs. Everyone at the shop is friendly, knowledgeable and helpful
Additionally, my initial service - oil change and side mirror replacement were done well and timely at a fair price. Since the initial services I’ve returned for brake services. (I think that’s really the best measure of how I feel; returning for additional services.)
Everything was again great; now this is my go-to for any service needs. Everyone at the shop is friendly, knowledgeable and helpful
