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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

I live in Pasadena/Los Angeles area - my car is a Certified Pre Owned 2000 Cab. It's new enough for me that I haven't had any problems. If anything happens that is covered by the extended warranty, I'll obviously being it to a dealer, but what is the best way to find a good independent mechanic? If anyone else lives near me and uses someone, I would love a recommendation. I don't want to get killed by the dealer if I get a non-warranty issue and I also will want someone trustworthy for preventative maintenance. Thanks a ton.

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First rec is to join PCA and become involved with your local PCA chapter. Those in your local PCA chapter with know the better indep mechanics. That's exaclty how I found mine........by the way, the best local indep shop that only works on Porsche's just happens to our local PCA chapter prez!

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Awesome - will do - thanks a ton.

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