These guys are the best in the business. I have been going to them since shortly after they opened and I have nothing but high praises about benny, nelly, ryan and aimee... we are like family...

Nothing but the best in service!!!!!!

i was skeptical about the reviews. i was wrong. took my car to them today and i can now honestly say the reviews below are on the money. my warranty ran out about a year ago and i've taken my car to the dealer the last year. decided that the convenience and the loaner just weren't worth the extra cost and made an appointment with R&N. benny was very friendly and helpful. correctly diagnosed and solved my problem. i will take my cars to him as long as i live in chicago.

David is the best. I was looking for a honest, experienced guy for my X5.

These Guys did a great job, Far far better than the BMW Dealerships.

Good Job Guys keep it up. 1 more thing, Aimme is great too ..

Thanks,

rare indeed. Distinguishing one business from another through the advertising

hype that pervades our world is a tiring adventure. Many companies

claim superiority because of low prices or unparalleled service.

Withstanding the test of promotion is the axiom, "People wan...t to do

business with people, not companies."

Whenever someone does an outstanding job, it's imperative to

recognize his or her extra effort. I had the pleasure recently of working with

R&N Bavarian owner & employee's [Benny,Aimee and David], their diligence, honesty and professionalism are truly one of a kind!

From a very satisfied customer,

- Dennis -

Used them, loved them. Real pros.

Take your BMW to these guys. Even if you're 200 miles out, tow or drive your way to R&N because this is easily your best bet for an honest and reputable BMW garage. I would not trust my car to any other shop besides these guys.

Hello Fellow BMW Owners,

My car is a(BMW 740i), and it was not running for about four months. I took my car to two local service stations to have it repair and on both occassion I was told that they did not have the necessary tools to address and repair issues.

Please keep in mind that I did not want to take my car to the dealers, becasue the dealers have been taken me to the cleaners for years...

The first repair shop did not charge me for their labor, but the second repair shop charged me for 4 hours labor. The second repair shop was telling me that they think its this and that but they had no clue what was wrong with the car.

The second shop had the car for three months and could not figure out the problem. I finally took the car to Nelson and his team and they were able to fix the problem the same day...how cool is that. They did not charge for the assessment and they fix the problem in 3.5 hours.

If you have a BMW and need real service and not guess work, then take it to the real deal R & N Bavarian Motors.

If you own a BMW and want an honest and competent shop with VERY fair prices, this is it.

This is the kind of shop that people wish for.

My BMW , from now on, is not going anywhere else.

I just cannot say enough good things about these guys. Nelson, Ben and Ryan are just top notch!

I recently moved to the Chicago area and had to have my 325i's radiator replaced. I found out about this Independent Mechanic through a BMW owners forum and read the reviews on this site. I was not disappointed. From the time that I walked in, to the time that I left, I was impressed with the knowledge and courtesy that everyone who works there offered, including the administrative assistant in the office. I highly recommend this shop and will use them again.

I have been looking for a local mechanic for my BMW 545 after my recent experience with a near by dealership (I live in the city..hint). I called R&N after reading the recommendations on this site and was able to get Benny on the phone. What a concept!!, actually talking to the technician. I explained the issues and the little knowledge I gained from researching my issues on line. Benny was great with listening to my concerns and open to the research I found. I have an appointment in the next couple of days. If the execution goes the same way my call went with Benny...I'm sold! R&N has a long term customer.

these guys are the best for your BMW. yesterday I was there to get my car fixed its a 2002 bmw 325xi, they gave me the best solutions.

It's not too often that you meet stand-up guys in the car industry. These guys are it. They took great care of me, where completely honest and up front, and best of all, you actually can see them working on the car. If only I had more BMWs to take them...

I have owned and driven BMW's for the over 25 years . The excitement of locating highly qualified ,honest, and depenable BMW mecahanics is not a dream but a reality. The really exist you can find them at R&N Bavarian Motors.. Their attention to detail, years of experience ,and clealry communicating to you about the work done by the actual person who worked on your car is refreshing. Our family has several BMW's and all of them NOW will be serviced only by this group. My recommendation go here first before going any way else to see what your BMW needs you will not be disappointed!!!! Ben, Nelson, and Ryan are the guys you want working on your Bimmer

This is the place guys, look no further. Honest and knowledgeable, you can't ask for anything more.

Nelson took care of my care and was completely up front the whole time. This shop deserves all sorts of awards, mainly for honesty. You will not get jerked around...

Let these guys do the job. They are very customer-oriented, professional and very knowledgeable. I love the transparency and personal approach. Both are very genuine people who go out of their way for you. I drove from the north suburbs to have my service done! And are there quotes reasonable! I too wish I found them sooner. You walk out of that shop feeling like you made the wisest decision for your car. Highly recommended.

Hello All,

A few months ago I searched endlessly for a reputable BMW repair shop in Chicago and then I discovered R&N Bavarian Motors. They are indeed the ultimate BMW repair shop.

It has been a pleasure taking my BMW in for repairs at R&N Bavarian Motors and I am so glad I found them . Nelson and Benny are former BMW techs, who are sincere, dedicated, and good people who know their BMW’s and truly care about your car. Nelson thoroughly inspected my car and went out of his way to bring my car back to life. I could not have been more satisfied and impressed. They specialize in BMW’s only and have top-notch service, very reasonable prices and go the extra mile to take care of you.

I hope this helps other BMW owners realize there is an option for premium service besides the dealership. A sincere thanks to Nelson and Benny for all their help!!

I hate taking my car to the mechanic for any reason. In past experiences at various other places--including certain dealerships--I have always felt uninformed at best and duped at worst ("trust us all of these things really are wrong with your car," or "this is an expensive fix, and will be really expensive because it's BMW parts.")

Here's why I didn't feel this way at R & N:

When I took my car in for an oil change and some diagnostic work, I was surprised when I was greeted not by the usual front office person, but by the mechanic himself, who lead me into the garage and explained to me the various possible causes of my car issues, all the while starting up my car, listening for noises, opening up the hood, and checking various components right in front of me.

He explained that one of the simpler possibilities was a coolant leak, and when he confirmed that in fact this was the case, he actually called me over to the engine compartment, where he held an angled mirror so I was able to see for myself that fluid was dripping. He then examined the rest of my car, explaining to me as he went what he was checking. He did find a belt that he said might need to be replaced, which normally would be a red flag for me that my bill was being run up, but again he physically showed me that it was quite cracked, and instead of giving me the hard sell, explained the level of urgency (moderate) and left the decision to me. He also pointed out several things that tend to go wrong with my model of BMW, although they were not yet a problem for my car, so that I would be aware going forward.

As for the bill, it was EXTREMELY reasonable compared to my past repairs. The oil change was significantly less than either the dealership or my neighborhood place. They confirmed with me that they use only synthetic oil and authentic BMW parts.

While I think there is always a leap of faith in car repair, the guys at R & N showed every indication that they were honest, reasonable, and extremely competent. They are a very small shop, but they specialize specifically in BMWs and are well stocked (they had all of the necessary parts for my repair on hand the day I took the car in). On top of all of this, they are very friendly. They recommended a nearby place for me to find a coffee while I waited. They even indulged me when I returned 15 minutes after picking up my car because I heard a faint engine noise and wanted to make sure it wasn't serious (it wasn't). I would highly recommend their service.

Yesterday morning my radiator light came on. I knew exactly what kind of problem I had because I had dealt with the same issue 12 months earlier when I lived in Oklahoma. But the problem is that since I moved to Chicago, I have not found a trusted mechanic to work on my beloved car. I used to go to Perillo BMW and they treated me like a number. Really all they cared about was my cash.

Well the search is over. I found Benny and Nelson at Bavarian Motors through Bimmershops.com and I couldn't be happier. Not only did Benny explain what was wrong, he fit me in his busy schedule and fixed my car in 2 HOURS and the price was reasonable. This is premium service and I TRUST THESE GUYS. I feel so much better now that I found them. Benny explains everything in detail. I feel so lucky. If you are reading this, you will not be disappointed if you go there. I feel like now, I can keep driving my bimmer and add more bimmers to my fleet since i have a good doctor.

THANKS BENNY AND NELSON...

After going to the dealer for 10 years, I knew there must be an outfit that gives it to you 'straight' at a 'more than reasonable' price.

I finally found it at R & N Bavarian.

Knowing I needed my brake pad replaced (and potentially the rotors) I called a dealer, and then R&N. The quote over the phone was a least 1/3 less at B&N.

Benny showed me exactly what was needed and what could wait.

You owe it to yourself (and your wallet) to try these guys out!

I am writing to echo what has already been posted by the other owners: Benny and Nelson are professional, friendly, and informative. They clearly explain what the issues are (and could be) with your car, the urgency of the repairs, and a clear estimate of the costs involved. And speaking of the costs, they are very fair with their labor, both in terms of the time they incur and the rates they charge.

Also, as other posters have mentioned, they do take a thorough look at your car when you bring it in to make you aware of other issues that may be coming down the pike. Then they break the issues they see down into what I call "need to", "should do", and "eventually, it's probably a good idea" categories, which is very helpful when budgeting out repair/ownership costs.

Lastly, they are nice enough to share their wireless connection if you want to get a little work done while you wait.

I have a 2003 3-series and have been in twice to see them. Highly recommended.

MY BMW HAS A NEW HOME & HOSPITAL with grade A+++ Surgeons at R & N Bavarian Motors.

Dear All,

As a small business owner I knew I had struck GOLD when visiting R & N Bavarian Motors this morning for a diagnostic. Benny went through my vehicle with me and explained what was good, what was about to be bad and what was already bad. I'm a photographer so visuals are extremely important to me and what I appreciated the most is that he showed me the signs of bad or failing components. I was made aware of different issues and given the associated level of importance just as someone else's review had mentioned as well. Benny's knowledge on BMW's surely reveals itself as he explains to you the history of component changes made on BMW's behalf on your specific model. Like I mentioned earlier, the guy knows his BMW's.

On a side note I’d also like to mention that Nelson, Benny's shop partner, walked into the shop from a snow storm that was taking place. He walked over to me across the shop, well out of his way, and introduced himself. Now tell me what shop has mechanical wizards who also know how to make a customer feel at home. These are knowledgeable, sincere, humble, honest and thoughtful individuals who also happen to know BMW’s. Hope this review has provided you with the information you were looking for about this shop.

Thanks

This is the best service I have ever received in regards to a service. The two guys bennie and nelly are so humble and honest. If there is anything that you dont understand they are more than helpful in furthering a customer's understanding.

Everytime I have been I have always learned something new. I really wish I had found them sooner. I would not have WASTED my time by going to the crappy dealer.

When I tell you they know their BMW...they really know their BMW. I am so frantic because I like my car and to have a car you like and honest guys who knows how to repair it makes life easier. Trust I have been to places that say "they can fix BMW's, and I still would drive away with the same problem....but not here..

The other posters are head on with their reviews.......I will highly recommend these guys.

10 stars across the board .............EASY!!!

If you are driving the ultimate driving machine, you sure as heck don't wanna take it to a shop that works on anything. My car is my baby and thus I hate putting her in the hands of a complete stranger. This place is the exception to that rule.

I walked in with a check engine light and some other minor issues I was having. They put my car up and we went through every single concern - showing me what was where and what could be some relevant causes. They did the diagnostic for FREE - who does that?? Surely not the BMW dealership as you can read about in my other review. The going rate for a place just hooking the diagnostic machine ON YOUR CAR is $70. They also charged my battery for FREE!!!

Benny and Nelson know BMWs. They were knowledgeable, sincere, and thoughtful. I was made aware of different issues and given the associated level of importance. This was one of the first times EVER that I went to a place that didn't tell me 10 things were wrong and they all needed to be fixed ASAP.

Most mechanics make you feel like you are being robbed, this place made me want to have them over for dinner. I can not say enough good things about them.

Seeing is believing, check them out!!! I wish I could give them 10 stars!!!

Bill writes,

We all know how expensive it is to get our cars worked on.My 98 5-series is at the point where things have been going south. Finally there is an option to dealers, R & N Bavarian.You don't have to give up the quality to get the deal! These guys are really good and really sharp. I highly recommend this place!

Bill

I can entirely validate what the previous poster has said. I went over to this shoped based on the glowing reviews it had on Yelp and out of a desperation to find a decent BMW service center in Chicago. When I called R & N they were so helpful and polite on the phone I was convinced enough to give them a shot and boy am I glad I did.

Like the previous poster, they gave my car a full inspection for free. And it was rigorous. The owner, Ben, spent nearly two hours going through every little bit of the car I asked him to and let me watch and participate in everything he was doing. It was such a refreshing experience.

They have all the diangostic tools that the dealershop does, are former BMW Techs and only work on Bimmers. So they know these cars and love these cars as much as we, their dear owners, do. The attention to detail they gave my 330ci was just wonderful. I am rarely if ever motivated to post reviews online of my experiences but in this case these guys have more than earned it. They won a customer for life yesterday with they way they treated me. If only all mechanics were like this.

Dear All,

After long and long search to find reliable BMW service center to take care of my car (BMW X5 / 3.0i), I am happy to share my experience with you about the brand new “R & N Bavarian Motors”.

They are previous BMW dealership technicians and they only accept BMW cars, so they know exactly what they are doing with a decent labor rate.

last week, I went to their shop for a broken door carrier, we went through full FREE inspection and provide me with really good quotation for a lot of work that SHOULD be done (Broken front passenger door carrier, leaking washer pump, aged DISA valve for the engine and leaking radiator sensor).

Every thing was done today very quick and in professional way.

These guys are great, they let me stay around my car, managing very nice conversation and sincere advices, I really recommend them for your BMW car. By the way they just open before six weeks so take the benefit to be one of their first customers.

The address

3045N. Elston

Chicago , 60616

Tel: 773 267 5400 773 267 5400

www.rnbmw.com

This is not my opinion only, I advise you to have look over this link to see what the other people say

http://www.yelp.com/biz/r-and-n-bavarian-motors-chicago

Thanks