Found these guys by searching these forums for recommendations.
Yes, Novato is a little further from me (I'm close to Walnut Creek) than some of the Hayward shops which were also mentioned - but I was intrigued by the good things which I read, and their no-BS website... (hmmm, they even have indicative pricing there for the major maintenance items)
Anyhow, called in on Tuesday, made an appointment for today for a 105k service and spent the day hanging out with Adam & Noah.
Turns out that sometimes what you read is true - they are both great guys with a super clean, organized workshop. They stock most parts on site, and when it turned out that I needed a hard to find part - it was ordered, delivered and fitted in a matter of hours - no extra charge (in fact they saved me some $$ by getting a perfect used part).
A couple of things to note: these guys are passionate about Subarus, and they really know their stuff. They drive 'em daily, (their whole family drives them), and the guys have their kick-ass race car in the shop... *drool*.
So, was it worth the drive across the Bay ? - Absolutely. My return trip home in my newly serviced XT was fantastic - it felt tight, no squeaks, rattles and best of all I wasn't bleeding from the wallet.
These guys run a great shop, and deserve the support from the community - I will be spreading the word to all the owners I know.
I'll be using them exclusively from here on in for all of my XT's needs...
Disclaimers: I have no affiliation with LIC Motorsport - I am merely a really fussy owner, who has had many cool cars, and plenty of experiences with second-rate dealerships and shops. When I find a good shop, i feel it my duty to give props to the owners, to keep them in business as long as possible.
Yes, Novato is a little further from me (I'm close to Walnut Creek) than some of the Hayward shops which were also mentioned - but I was intrigued by the good things which I read, and their no-BS website... (hmmm, they even have indicative pricing there for the major maintenance items)
Anyhow, called in on Tuesday, made an appointment for today for a 105k service and spent the day hanging out with Adam & Noah.
Turns out that sometimes what you read is true - they are both great guys with a super clean, organized workshop. They stock most parts on site, and when it turned out that I needed a hard to find part - it was ordered, delivered and fitted in a matter of hours - no extra charge (in fact they saved me some $$ by getting a perfect used part).
A couple of things to note: these guys are passionate about Subarus, and they really know their stuff. They drive 'em daily, (their whole family drives them), and the guys have their kick-ass race car in the shop... *drool*.
So, was it worth the drive across the Bay ? - Absolutely. My return trip home in my newly serviced XT was fantastic - it felt tight, no squeaks, rattles and best of all I wasn't bleeding from the wallet.
These guys run a great shop, and deserve the support from the community - I will be spreading the word to all the owners I know.
I'll be using them exclusively from here on in for all of my XT's needs...
Disclaimers: I have no affiliation with LIC Motorsport - I am merely a really fussy owner, who has had many cool cars, and plenty of experiences with second-rate dealerships and shops. When I find a good shop, i feel it my duty to give props to the owners, to keep them in business as long as possible.