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      01-06-2020, 05:55 AM   #1
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Relocating to Tampa, advice needed!

Appreciate any recs re:

1. Local service advisors (M certified tech preferred)
2. Locations for handwashing (DIY or paid service)
3. Best detailers
4. Who to work with on mods (Akra exhaust is next for me)
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      01-22-2020, 10:17 AM   #2
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Yea, so M certified techs isnt a real thing anymore.
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Welcome to Tampa! Depending on where in Tampa you are located, Reeves might be your only choice.
Zakar is my go to service advisor for my F83 and he is great.
Reeves also hosts a C&C every month at their Motorsports location on Fowler.
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Welcome to Tampa! Depending on where in Tampa you are located, Reeves might be your only choice.
Zakar is my go to service advisor for my F83 and he is great.
Reeves also hosts a C&C every month at their Motorsports location on Fowler.
Good stuff, thanks!
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Personally I'm not a fan of the stealership, although Reeves Motorsports does do good work.

I go to a specialty independent shop in Tampa near the airport, that works on super high end cars, and does flawless work. In fact, every time you go by their shop, it's like you're at an exotic car dealership. Ferraris, Lambos, AMGs, etc. From basic maintenance to full builds, they do it all. They even do a lot of work for many of the local dealerships, believe it or not. Owner (Chris) is a former M5 and then Ferrari mechanic himself. And their lead tech (Taylor) is as detail oriented as it gets. You'll have no regrets if you take your car to them:

C2 Design
4704 N Hubert Ave
Tampa, FL 33614

As for car shows, https://flacarshows.com/ lists pretty much everything going on in FL. But the 3 most common in the greater Tampa Bay area are:

- Reeves Motorsports Cars & Coffee
1st Saturday of every month, 7AM-9AM
11333 N Florida Ave
Tampa, FL 33612

- Dupont Registry (yea the same one from the magazine)
3rd Saturday of every month, 7AM-9AM
3051 Tech Dr N
Saint Petersburg, Florida 33716
This is by far the largest, and so parking is limited. I know guys who get there at 5:45AM just to get a decent parking spot inside the lot

- Dimmitt Automotive Group
3rd Saturday of every month, 8am – 10am (basically an "after party" as they call it, right after Dupont's event)
Aston Martin Tampa Bay
3333 Gandy Boulevard
Pinellas Park, FL 33781

As for detailers, what part of Tampa did you move to? And are you looking for a shop or a mobile detailer to come to you?

Welcome to Tampa!
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Welcome to Tampa!

Talk to Anthony at First Class Detailing. Excellent detailing company.

https://firstclassdetailing.com
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Welcome to Tampa!

Talk to Anthony at First Class Detailing. Excellent detailing company.

https://firstclassdetailing.com
Yep I second this! Anthony does some amazing work and is very meticulous about everything he touches!
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Personally I'm not a fan of the stealership, although Reeves Motorsports does do good work.

I go to a specialty independent shop in Tampa near the airport, that works on super high end cars, and does flawless work. In fact, every time you go by their shop, it's like you're at an exotic car dealership. Ferraris, Lambos, AMGs, etc. From basic maintenance to full builds, they do it all. They even do a lot of work for many of the local dealerships, believe it or not. Owner (Chris) is a former M5 and then Ferrari mechanic himself. And their lead tech (Taylor) is as detail oriented as it gets. You'll have no regrets if you take your car to them:

C2 Design
4704 N Hubert Ave
Tampa, FL 33614

As for car shows, https://flacarshows.com/ lists pretty much everything going on in FL. But the 3 most common in the greater Tampa Bay area are:

- Reeves Motorsports Cars & Coffee
1st Saturday of every month, 7AM-9AM
11333 N Florida Ave
Tampa, FL 33612

- Dupont Registry (yea the same one from the magazine)
3rd Saturday of every month, 7AM-9AM
3051 Tech Dr N
Saint Petersburg, Florida 33716
This is by far the largest, and so parking is limited. I know guys who get there at 5:45AM just to get a decent parking spot inside the lot

- Dimmitt Automotive Group
3rd Saturday of every month, 8am – 10am (basically an "after party" as they call it, right after Dupont's event)
Aston Martin Tampa Bay
3333 Gandy Boulevard
Pinellas Park, FL 33781

As for detailers, what part of Tampa did you move to? And are you looking for a shop or a mobile detailer to come to you?

Welcome to Tampa!
Good stuff, thanks!

I'm in Hyde Park but flexible on traveling to get the best service and result.
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Talk to Anthony at First Class Detailing. Excellent detailing company.

https://firstclassdetailing.com
Yep I second this! Anthony does some amazing work and is very meticulous about everything he touches!
Ha, third recommendation I've received for these guys. Sounds like a winner.
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Good stuff, thanks!

I'm in Hyde Park but flexible on traveling to get the best service and result.
No worries.

Chris' shop is only 10-15 min from you, barring traffic. I wish I lived that close. He's a good 30 min from me, but still worth the drive.
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Adding to my collection soon. Z4 M40 on order as a weekend cruiser. Now I need tinting (do people tint convertibles?), aesthetics (body color reflectors, new shift paddles, etc.), and engine tune as B58 is pretty tunable. Pics when I get them.
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Welcome to Tampa!

I would suggest Reeve's BMW for your OEM and performance needs. I have had upgraded parts as well as warranty and maintenance done at Reeve's. Excellent service and knowledgable staff.

As for car shows and C&C, there are numerous ones around tHe Tampa Bay area. Check out the Festival of Speed coming up in St. Pete in January.

See you on the streets!
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Ybor has a few good hang out spots.
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