German Car Depot in Hollywood, FL is an independent automotive service center specializing in the service and repair of BMW automobiles from 1998 to present. By specializing in these unique cars, our technicians have an advantage over other independent auto repair shops.

The service and repair of BMW vehicles requires specialized knowledge and tools. German Car Depot is the only independent automotive service center in Florida with an extensive set of new car dealership specialty tools.

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German Car Depot uses the latest diagnostic software to accurately diagnose problems and maintain the service history on your BMW. The German Car Depot technicians have access to the most current maintenance specifications and Technical Service Bulletins issued by BMW.

German Car Depot uses the highest quality replacement parts and provides a 15 month/15k mile warranty on labor and parts installed and provided by us. This is a better warranty than is offered by the BMW dealer service departments. German Car Depot accepts most major extended warranties and service contracts.

At German Car Depot, BMW vehicles are as much a passion as a business. You will not find a more knowledgeable or dedicated company.

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Meet Our Owner

Alan "Ollie" Gelfand

Owner

The entire crew at German Car Depot are German Car enthusiasts, they not only love and understand BMW vehicles but every member of the crew owns a German vehicle. The cars includes a 2009 Golf GTI, a couple of Jetta's, a Beetle TDI, an Audi A6, a Passat Wagon and even a VW Corrado.

German Car Depot is owned by Alan "Ollie" Gelfand, a VW enthusiast and skateboard champion. Alan and his wife Sharon drive an Audi A4 Quattro and a New Beetle Convertible. On their last vacation Alan and Sharon visited the Volkswagen Factory in Wolfsburg Germany. German Car Depot originally focused on VW & Audi vehicles. In 2015 Alan expanded the business by acquiring a nearby shop and expanding to service BMW, Mercedes, and MINI vehicles as well.

4 Reviews

Mayor MG2 years ago

I loved my White 2014 BMW 6 Series! I am OG, it was white and had mother of pearl Enkei wheels, sunroof, Ipremium sound. I lived hard and drove it hard.--Miami to Fort Lauderdale and back and forth. My BMW needed repairs and I mean I had drivetrain malfunction and high pressure hoses, then limp mode... First, the drivetrain malfunction warning (e.g. "Drivetrain malfunction: Drive moderately. Maximum drivetrain output not available. Consult service center.") putting it in limp mode. After finding German Car Depot my prayers were answered. After the expert mechanics consulted with BMW repair shop owner, Alan "Ollie" Gelfand, the real issue was merely spark plugs needed replacing. That's simplified, but I am no BMW expert mechanic...but we got one now! German Car Depot in Hollywood is THE #1 Independent BMW Service Center in Broward & North Dade.

2014 BMW 6 Series

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Jim Cooper4 years ago

The dealer said I needed brakes on all 4 wheels and when I took my BMW to the German Car Depot they showed me that the front had 1/2 of the pad life remaining. They did a full inspection, sent me a link with pictures and a little oil leak showed. They cleaned the area, added dye and said bring it back in a week. I got the brakes in the rear done for $260 less than BMW with the same genuine parts. I would have to say that Richie and the team made me feel like I was like family. I now have sent my co-worker with her M3 and she was very happy .

2016 BMW M4

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Jose Diaz7 years ago

Extremely knowledgeable of complex German vehicles as my BMW. In the process of them fixing my vehicle with a no start problem, they also fixed my a.c. blower which was making a weird noise and found other problems that I wouldn't have known about. Would definitely recommend anyone and everyone to German Car Depot.

2001 BMW 330i

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Richard9 years ago

My 2010 BMW 535i developed a serious engine oil leak. After some internet research, took car to GCD in June 2015. They quickly isolated the problem (gaskette replacements) and found another major problem with the cooling system, requiring new radiator and pump. $3,000 and 1 month later, everything's running great.

They're pricey, but knowledgeable and efficient. Staff generally courteous, but manager, Rich, has shown impatient, inflexible tendencies. Would use them again as last resort, but looking elsewhere for "better fit."

2010 BMW 535i

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Mayor MG2 years ago
I loved my White 2014 BMW 6 Series! I am OG, it was white and had mother of pearl Enkei wheels, sunroof, Ipremium sound. I lived hard and drove it hard.--Miami to Fort Lauderdale and back and forth. My BMW needed repairs and I mean I had drivetrain malfunction and high pressure hoses, then limp mode... First, the drivetrain malfunction warning (e.g. "Drivetrain malfunction: Drive moderately. Maximum drivetrain output not available. Consult service center.") putting it in limp mode. After finding German Car Depot my prayers were answered. After the expert mechanics consulted with BMW repair shop owner, Alan "Ollie" Gelfand, the real issue was merely spark plugs needed replacing. That's simplified, but I am no BMW expert mechanic...but we got one now! German Car Depot in Hollywood is THE #1 Independent BMW Service Center in Broward & North Dade.
2014 BMW 6 Series
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Jim Cooper4 years ago
The dealer said I needed brakes on all 4 wheels and when I took my BMW to the German Car Depot they showed me that the front had 1/2 of the pad life remaining. They did a full inspection, sent me a link with pictures and a little oil leak showed. They cleaned the area, added dye and said bring it back in a week. I got the brakes in the rear done for $260 less than BMW with the same genuine parts. I would have to say that Richie and the team made me feel like I was like family. I now have sent my co-worker with her M3 and she was very happy .
2016 BMW M4
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Jose Diaz7 years ago
Extremely knowledgeable of complex German vehicles as my BMW. In the process of them fixing my vehicle with a no start problem, they also fixed my a.c. blower which was making a weird noise and found other problems that I wouldn't have known about. Would definitely recommend anyone and everyone to German Car Depot.
2001 BMW 330i
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Richard9 years ago
My 2010 BMW 535i developed a serious engine oil leak. After some internet research, took car to GCD in June 2015. They quickly isolated the problem (gaskette replacements) and found another major problem with the cooling system, requiring new radiator and pump. $3,000 and 1 month later, everything's running great.
They're pricey, but knowledgeable and efficient. Staff generally courteous, but manager, Rich, has shown impatient, inflexible tendencies. Would use them again as last resort, but looking elsewhere for "better fit."
2010 BMW 535i
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Meet Our Owner

Alan "Ollie" Gelfand

Owner

4 Reviews