If there is such a thing as an honest mechanic, Tony is it!

For example, my car dealership told me I had an engine problem and was going to be about $1,500 for the repair. I wanted a second opinion, so I took it to Tony. Tony checked it out and said the dealership wrong... there was actually nothing wrong other than a loose oil filter (or something like that). It's been about 15,000 miles since then and no problems. Ever since, I take my cars to him for everything minor to major. My wife had a deep scratch on her Mini, and Tony took care of the problem and had the vehicle repainted for half of what the dealership wanted.

It's great doing business locally...

I was first introduced to Tony in 1994 by one of his current technicians. I trust no one else to keep my vehicle on the road. He has always been honest when describing the work that needs to be done on my car and his pricing has been fair. At one time I lost contact with Tony. He sold the shop he owned in Skokie. My vehicle's maintenance suffered because the mechanic who took over the shop could not adequately care for the car. I was lucky enough to find him again at Fields BMW. When I had my car serviced there, I requested he work on my car. During this time, Tony also worked on my car off site.

I now bring my car to his shop on Dempster in Morton Grove. The technicians there are knowledgable and can handle a range of duties ranging from the simpliest of rapairs to the most complex computer aided diagnosis and repairs. There is no way I could own my vehicle without the assistance from Tony on my maintenance. He knows my family and he's like family to me.

I must say, your service was indeed spectacular. You not only fixed the problem I faced with my 2005 X5, you informed me of a couple other problems free of charge! I came to get an oil change, not having knowledge of the damage unclean oil can do to my engine; but with your experience and expertise, you informed me.

Also, I've been to plenty dealerships whose prices are very steep, technicians have no true knowledge of BMW's, and they rush your vehicle to pull another one in, but your prices are very reasonable and less steep. You speak one on one with your customers, which give them a sense of hospitality and make sure they leave with a smile on their faces. I must say, I definitely left with a smile on my face!

Thank you again for your hospitality,

Kyle S. Smith

One of my personal stresses in life is that I never seem to have a car mechanic who I can REALLY TRUST. I've taken my 2002 BMW to dealers as well as 2 different indy shops in the city. I began to lose faith in my last shop after several incidents where it seemed like they were just throwing darts at the check engine light problem, and each dart was costing me a couple hundred bucks! And magically each time I had to take it back after the light reappeared, another oil leak was also found which required, you guessed it, more money! The final straw was that they didn't know how to repair some water leaks in my doors, yet I ended up learning how to do it myself through E46Fanatics and spent 2 hours and did it perfectly! How can I trust a "BMW Specialist" shop who doesn't know how to fix a common BMW issue like that?

Anyway, I had an alternator failure and finally I decided enough was enough and searched for a new shop. Came across this ad for NCA and called Tony. He was very gracious and told me to bring in the car THAT NIGHT and he'd meet me and have a look. What is immediately apparent with Tony is that he actually knows BMWs in and out. He talked me through some things he noticed and pointed out some areas where the other shop did a so-so job. Next day he worked up quotes for a few things that had been on my squawk list as well as the necessary alternator repair. His pricing seemed fair and reasonable. My last shop did everything "by the book time" which means a 10 minute hose replacement might cost 1.25 HOURS of labor if that's what the "book" says (darn book!). They wanted to charge me 65 bucks to change my wiper blade inserts! I timed myself when I did it this weekend and it took me about 5 minutes, and I wasn't rushing.

Tony ended up working out a good package price which I felt was fair, and I told him to go ahead. When I picked up the car, not only did things look good, but Tony had completely degreased and cleaned the engine bay area. Honestly my car looked new and the engine bay hasn't looked that good since, oh, the day I bought it new in 2002. Is it hard or expensive for him to do that? No. Is it a nice touch that sets him apart from many shops? YES. Actually there is a real benefit to it too, since it is much easier to actually see if there are new leaks developing.

I also asked Tony about changing ATF fluid because I had some clunking, and he suggested that I update the car's software. So I had him reprogram everything. Honestly, my car drives much smoother now (no, it's not just the placebo effect in my head). Amazing. Money well spent on that!

This was my first experience with Tony and I will definitely be going back. I am really really hoping that I've done what is often so hard in life, which is to find a mechanic who knows a lot about my car, and is honest and fair. Tony knows BMWs, he spends a lot of time chatting about your car (unlike my last shop where it seemed like I was bothering them if I asked some follow-on questions) and his pricing is fair. I never would have found him or trusted him if it hadn't been for these reviews (I generally wouldn't have stopped at a Marathon gas station to get my BMW repaired, and that's where his shop is).

Try him out and see for yourself. Hopefully he'll continue to be the real deal in the future.

I recently took my 2003 X5 to Tony after hearing good things about him here and on other sites. He did a great job fixing everything that needed attention for a lot less than it would have been elsewhere. He even pointed out some of the things that the dealership had done the last time they "fixed" my car. When I arrived to pick up the car, he explained everything he had done, and what should be done in the future, but not necessarily immediately. What a breath of fresh air! I think I have found the Holy Grail of mechanics - thanks Tony!

I went to NCA motorsports because I heard such great things about this place and Tony. I brought my sons bmw there and spoke with Tony. I've never experienced a more RUDE and Pompous person in my life. I'm not sure if he was having a bad day but he was extremely rude and on his personal cell phone more than half the time he was "helping me". I felt like I was at a nightmare repair shop that you might see on a geico commercial. He seemed like the typical "rip you off mechanic" who tries to "fix things" that don't need to be fixed. What a nightmare mechanic. His attitude alone turned me off and then I find out that 50% of the things he told me I needed to be fixed weren't even an issue. Be careful when dealing with this individual, very rude and easily offended. I will definitely be taking my business elsewhere.

I recently had some problems with my 5 series. I didnt know what was causing it not to start. I called several close friends who are also mechanics to diagnose the problem. My son's friend was visiting who mentioned that his dad services BMWs. I ended up taking my car to his dad, Tony. I was extremely pleased with the finished product. Not only did he fix my car, but he took the time to explain and point out what was done. He is extremely professional and I have to say that I have found a new mechanic :)

My 7 series had the dreaded coolant pipe leak, the dealer quoted me 6K for the repair. After researching Chicago repair shops, I came across NCA motorsports. The reviews about Tony are very true, the guy loves bimmers and gives personal attention to your car. He fixed it ahead of schedule and well below the dealer quote. He has my business..

I just wanted to say, that I was very pleased with the level of service and the attention to detail that I received by Tony. He is a very honest person that will take care of his costumers and stands behind his work. He is very experience as a BMW tech, and his shop is clean and organized. It just says something about a person that works hard to open up his own shop to help people cut cost of what the BMW dealerships charge. I'm very happy with Tony and NCA and you will too.

July 26, 2011

I met Tony last week after searching the internet for a local BMW mechanic that everyone recommended.

Before that, I took my car to 2 other mechanics that have done work for me before and both said they could not help and did not know what the problem was or what needed to be fixed first. They were guessing. I called Tony at 7pm on a weekday night and described all the problems. He said drop it off and I’ll take a look at it. The first thing the next morning Tony had answers and prices to fix the problems, he also had recommendations to fix some other things that were neglected.(besides firing my last mechanic) Needless to say Tony was give the entire job.

He’s honest, fair, does quality work and will continue to be my mechanic.

Greg P.

Morton Grove

I have been taking my BMW to Tony since 2004. He is the best and most honest mechanic and friend that I have ever met. I wouldn't even trust the dealerships with my car, like I trust Tony. He know exactly what he's talking about, and will always tell you the hnest truth.

Tony has the best personality, knowlege, and customer service. I wouldn't let anyone else touch my car but him. He explains everything that is wrong in detail, and he lets you know exactly what its going to cost and he doesn't mess around. Bacically to make what could be a long story short, Tony is the best there is !

From the first day when I met Tony, I knew this guy was top notch! He was honest and straight forward. He gave me a price for the work that was needed and boy did he deliver. I brought in my 7 series and my X5. He fixed everything that was needed on my cars and at a price that was fair and honest. I finally found a mechanic who knows how to work on my cars, but minus the dealer prices. For anyone looking for a solid mechanic that will do the right job, the first time, go to NCA Motorsports and see Tony.

I have known tony for more than 30 years. He is only auto technician that i truly trust. Honesty and forthrightness are part of his character, for these attributes he has succeeded. I am the owner of a 1987 BMW L6. To say that this a rare vehicle would be an understatement. Tony has completely restored this vehicle. We have replaced every part. Although restoring this vehicle has been costly, Tony was / is the only person that I have met in this industry that is able to see the passion in the owner and is willing to work with the person so that a dream can become reality. I love this car and because of Tony, its on the road every summer. Without any hesitation or reservation I recommend NCA Motorsports and Tony.

To sum it up in one sentence, Tony is by far the most honest, trustworthy, reliable mechanic I have ever met. I started taking my BMW to Tony about 5 or 6 years ago, and I can honestly say that had it not been for Tony I would have been stuck with an expensive car that I couldn't afford to fix. I first met Tony when the car sprung a leak in the heating system. The local dealer told me it was going to cost over $1500 to fix, and a guy I worked with told me I had to go meet his mechanic. The car was not drivable without over-heating, so wherever I ended up towing it to had to be the place that was going to fix it. I took a leap of faith, trusted my co-worker, and had the car towed to Tony. Within a few hours, he called me with a full breakdown of everything that needed to be replaced, how long he felt it would take (he did not just go by the book that most shops use, regardless of how long it actually takes them), and his price was nearly half of the dealer cost. Needless to say, I was extremely happy with my first experience with Tony.

Over the next couple of years, Tony worked on just about every component of the BMW, and each time I left as satisfied as anyone could be when their car breaks down. He would do a full inspection each time it was in, whether for an oil change or a repair, and would tell me what needed immediate attention, what could wait for a while, and what was purely optional at the moment. The way he explains everything he did or was going to do with each repair always made me feel confortable that nothing would ever be done that I didn't fully understand. He also has no problem letting you be in the shop every minute he works on your car, which I have found many mechanics aren't comfortable with.

I have since sold the BMW, and currently drive an older Lexus that I have taken to Tony from the day I bought it. I have sent countless people to Tony with everything from ford, to range rover, to Mercedes. Ech time Tony makes an impression on my friend so much that they thank me and tell me they will never go anywhere else.

Tony is just a quality guy who runs a quality shop and I can't say enough about his work or his character.

I have been taking by BMW to Tony for many years and anyone else I know with a BMW takes it there too. He is one of the most honest mechanics you can work with, who has tons of experience acquired at Nortfields BMW. I will highly recommend Tony to anyone looking to service their car.

I took my BMW many times at another very well known BMW dealer and they couldn't find the problem and they admitted that the problem was still going on, which it wind up costing us a lot, until I met Tony and he suggested that it was a completely different part from what the other dealer had replaced and it turns out Tony was right, spark plug it was and a lot cheaper..... I was afraid to buy a BMW after that experience but now I know that you don't have to be a big shot dealer to have good and honest mechanics.....

I have been bringing my BMW X5 to Tony for several years now and I won't trust anyone else but NCA Motorsports working on my SUV now. I have had the experience of bringing it to the dealer, being over charged and the problem not fixed. I have had the experience of bringing it to a local mechanic and charging just as much as the dealer and the problem not being fixed. I had a problem with my coolant reservoir kept busting. I took it to Tony after it being changed 4 times and he fixed the problem of what others couldn't, including the dealer. Granted I took my X5 to him at the end of the day almost in the evening, he changed it for me in the dark and got me going, that same night. This is something you can't get from a dealership or a regular mechanic. He goes beyond the point to give great customer satisfaction. Tony and his team are very knowledgeable in BMW's and I would recommend him to anyone I know.

I have had my vehicle serviced at many places but no one has ever treated me as well as this shop. The prices are fair and reasonable and half the costs of a dealership. Tony is an honest and friendly person who is a certified BMW technician with over 25 year’s experience. I am always happy to bring all 4 of my vehicles to him.

Lucky Morton Grove. N.C.A. Motorsports is a family run shop delivering quality work at a fair price. Having used Tony's services in the past, I was quite pleased to hear the announcement of the shops opening. Tony and Albert are very knowledgeable and friendly. Best of all I have made some good friends in the process. I have recommended their services to both family and friends. If you have the need, I would recommend you check with N.C. A.

I went to N.C.A Motorsports for the 1st time on Monday 5/2/11. I was given a full inspection and full diagnosis before any work began. Tony himself gave me a quote on the work that was going to be needed. I wasn't being upsold like if I was at a dealership. He went thru all the problems that may be causing my sensors to be going off. He even showed me the areas and walked me thru where the leaks were from the hoses and by showing me visually and pointing them out with his hands. Today i had all the work performed and it was to the price quote that Tony had given me. Albert who worked on my car showed me step by step what was being done and took his time to make sure everything was done properly. I praise the team at N.C.A , which has proven to me that small businesses are much better than the big dealerships. I would highly recommend this place to other owners since they are very friendly and tell the truth also their prices are very faif.

I am in the market to purchase a BMW - and one part of my research is learning a little bit more about German cars, and who I can trust with my future purchase.

Good maintenance is EVERYTHING with the amount of miles I put on my car.

I'm happy to say that I would only trust Tony with my car, I have heard nothing but fantastic feedback. Its good to know a mechanic who KNOWS what he is doing.

I've had Tony fixing my BMW's for over ten years. I will not let anyone, including the dealers, do even an oil change. I go to Tony exclusively. I have recommended him to all my friends over the past decade without any complaints. A sign of a great mechanic is getting it right the first time. I've been able to drive 5-10 year old BMW's because Tony is affordable. The dealerships are outragous in cost. Tony is honest , affordable and the best BMW mechanic in Chicagoland area.

I was so impressed with Tony, owner of N.C.A. Motorsports, from the first time I met him. As a woman, I feel extremely confident that I am not being taken advantage of. He is very professional and honest. You receive BMW dealership workmanship at an affordable cost. Tony is very experienced and it is apparent in his work. I have a 2004 BMW and prior to finding Tony, I always took it to the dealer for repairs. I love the convenience of the location of N.C.A. Motorsports. The work is done quickly and correctly. Thank you Tony for being such a great mechanic and wonderful person. I highly recommend N.C.A. Motorsports. Just try it once and you will be totally satisified.

I've always been the type to take my car to a dealership for all repairs and maint. But I would not hesitate to bring my car here. Super friendly, talk to you like a real person, and there primary concern is your satisfaction.

Tony is great, and seems willing to always go the extra mile.

If you own a BMW or any high end vehicle and are tired of getting cracked at the dealership, go here, you won't regret it.

I started bringing my bad machine (A BMW) as I use to call it. Tony has done such a great job, it is no longer called the machine but the Bem Vee.

Thank You! Tony on such a great job you do.

And such a modern facility to bring my car to.

Yasou!

Tony is way cheaper than the dealer.

What more can I say about NCA Motorsports.

I very highly recommend the establishment!

I had purchased a BMW and within 6 months I was having a problem with it. I took it to THREE BMW dealerships and not only were they RUDE, NONE of their mechanics could even diagnose the issue. I heard from a friend to go see Tony at NCA motorsports. He was so nice and honest, he diagnosed it within one hour, and explained my options on how to fix it. He was well experienced and very knowledgeable. He actually made me understand the problem and what it was going to take for him to fix it. I WILL NOT GO TO ANY OTHER MECHANIC BUT TONY.

These guys are by far the best mechanics around. Certified BMW guys who use only genuine BMW OEM parts. No after market junk.They guarantee their work and are way cheaper than the dealers. Dealer service with out Dealer prices.

simply the best.

I have been taking my three cars to Tony for over four years. Tony is an expert master BMW technician and his work demostrates his attention to detail.

Under the leadership of Tony at NCA Motorsports you will get a thorough diagnosis of the repair in addition to cost effective measures to complete the job. You will get a better understanding of your BMW by simply talking to Tony. He explains the repair in a clear, concise, manner and finishes the work promptly.

I have been bringing my BMW and Range Rover to Tony at NCA Motorsports for years. He is one of the most knowledgeable mechanics on German engineering that I have ever come across. He knows exactly what your car needs without trying to sell you on extra garbage that you typically find with mechanics.

Extremely competitive prices, WAY cheaper than the dealer.

What more can I say about NCA Motorsports.. Extremely clean shop and very nice employees.

I highly recommend!

I was quite hopeful to find a dependable and capable alternate to the BMW dealer I typically have gone for my 2002 M3. Luckily N.C.A. Motorsports opened close to my house not too long ago. I stopped in and met Tony, the owner. He was a Master Technician at a local BMW dealer so he is obviously quite knowledgeable. He has helped me out a few times already saving me hundreds verses the dealer's prices. N.C.A. Motorsports is now my exclusive shop for my car maintenance needs, I fully recommend them!

For those taking the time to read this review,

I had trouble with my car on numerous occassions with various problems. I took it to a few different mechanic shops and I kept on getting the run around because they could never figure out the problems I kept having. Fortunately, I was told to go and see Tony...in quotes from a close personal friend, "He is the best!" So I took it to Tony and he analyzed and evaluated the problem and was able to figure it out quickly and efficiently. The car has been running smoothly ever since. His care, customer service, education of the problems are second to none. His prices are extremely fair and always looks out for the best interest of his customers. I highly recommend Tony for any and all car problems.

Tony has worked on many of my cars and has always done an excellent and top notch professional job. He has always gone the extra mile and gotten me back on the road in record time even on a Sunday! A truly honest and professional business I would highly recommend. Thank you Tony!

My initial feeling was a secure one. From the moment when I spoke with Tony about my concerns, he was more than open to first share his experience with working on BMW's and then how with that experience he will be able to expedite and bring my automobile back to it's full glory. Somewhere in BMW T for Tony needs to be include because not once have I ever seen such passion and dedication of getting the job right...The first time! I full recommend N.C.A. Motorsports in Morton Grove, IL. Luxury never felt so good with the results you will receive from Tony.

As a BMW owner, I want to bring my car to a reliable place with top notch techs and great service. Found this at N.C.A. Motorsports. A great experience from the moment you drive in. My car was fixed in a timely manner and I am not paying BMW Dealership PRICING! Recommending this place to everyone I know.

I recently was extremely fortunate to come across the NCA Motorsports ~ BMW Repair Center in Morton Grove, Illinois. This is a TOP NOTCH repair facility. No job is to big or small for their two Certified-Master Mechanics, Tony & Albert. Not only do they do excellent work, they are reasonably priced.

Because of Tony & Albert, I'm able to afford to keep my BMW 545 in excellent running condition. These guys are the BEST.

Bring your car by for a repair... You'll be glad you did..!!

Wayne Coleman

Golf, Illinois

I just want to start out by saying that N.C.A Motorsports has to be the best place to get your BMW serviced if you want dealership quality service, without the outrageous dealership prices. I had a problem with my BMW in January and went to three different BMW dealerships to see what the problem exactly was. Each dealership had a different diagnosis and also wanted to charge me thousands of dollars to fix the problem. I was referred to N.C.A Motorsports by a friend of mine and was told to go see Tony.

Tony was the most knowledgeable BMW mechanic that I have ever met and was honest about the work that had to be done. He took the time to explain what exactly was wrong with my vehicle and what needed to be fixed in order for me to not have the same problems. He did the work quickly and efficiently and also charged me a fair price which was a fraction of what the three BMW dealerships wanted to charge me and I am extremely happy with the work that was done.

I recently came back to see Tony last month for an oil change and he still gave me that same customer service experience that I had the first time. This is an awesome shop and if you ever need your BMW serviced I suggest you go and see Tony.

i have been looking for an honest bmw repaire shop and finaly found it ,at NCA motorsports ,after i met with Tony the BMW certified tech that ownes that facility ,he was very honest ,and a friendly person, and i was very pleased with his service and pro as a BMW experiance person and the right price that he gave i would recommend his shop to all of my bmw owned friend .my was fixed the first time and fast and almost half of what the dealer esmimated my repaire .