Porsche Independent Servicing - JZM, 9e, RPM, Paragon
Discussion
CanAm said:
Another vote of confidence in Precision Porsche from me.
Me too. Been running modified high performance cars for nearly 20 years and am not averse to getting my hands greasy, so have a good idea of what good work looks like.I had a minor issue with 9E and my understanding is that Ken was working in IT 15 years ago and outsources some of the stuff they imply they do in house (e.g. mapping). Plus they're not far off dealership prices. They look after a huge number of older Porsches, so are clearly doing something right, but I got the impression that you're certainly paying for their premises and clean look.
Very happy with Precision, much more of a back street garage type vibe, but Angus knows the older cars inside out, having run them in race series.
I asked them to do a lot of non standard stuff on my car and they were very accommodating and professional, despite being very busy. Prices are reasonable too.
J Chitty said:
Paragon rebuilt an engine for me and dragged the rear bumper across the workshop floor before fitting it. It was repainted by them but a load of faff for me and a repeat visit which was not really compensated. Wouldn't use them again but I may be the only one complaining…
I went to Paragon once- never again, I found the service appalling.And, their cars for sale always seem considerably over market price, not sure
how they make a living……
donutskidmark said:
J Chitty said:
Paragon rebuilt an engine for me and dragged the rear bumper across the workshop floor before fitting it. It was repainted by them but a load of faff for me and a repeat visit which was not really compensated. Wouldn't use them again but I may be the only one complaining…
I went to Paragon once- never again, I found the service appalling.And, their cars for sale always seem considerably over market price, not sure
how they make a living……
BandOfBrothers said:
Me too. Been running modified high performance cars for nearly 20 years and am not averse to getting my hands greasy, so have a good idea of what good work looks like.
I had a minor issue with 9E and my understanding is that Ken was working in IT 15 years ago and outsources some of the stuff they imply they do in house (e.g. mapping). Plus they're not far off dealership prices. They look after a huge number of older Porsches, so are clearly doing something right, but I got the impression that you're certainly paying for their premises and clean look.
Very happy with Precision, much more of a back street garage type vibe, but Angus knows the older cars inside out, having run them in race series.
I asked them to do a lot of non standard stuff on my car and they were very accommodating and professional, despite being very busy. Prices are reasonable too.
Interesting. I used Precision who are local to me for the first time last month after my OPC messed a couple of things up at a (quite expensive) service last time, and have been very happy with their work. I’ll be going back to PrecisionI had a minor issue with 9E and my understanding is that Ken was working in IT 15 years ago and outsources some of the stuff they imply they do in house (e.g. mapping). Plus they're not far off dealership prices. They look after a huge number of older Porsches, so are clearly doing something right, but I got the impression that you're certainly paying for their premises and clean look.
Very happy with Precision, much more of a back street garage type vibe, but Angus knows the older cars inside out, having run them in race series.
I asked them to do a lot of non standard stuff on my car and they were very accommodating and professional, despite being very busy. Prices are reasonable too.
Roman Moroni said:
I used JZM last year for a 'major' service; the bill was eye watering. It would have been cheaper to go to an OPC.
Suffice to say I won't be going back for any other work; although I may go to look at the showroom as they do have some serious metal there.
My experience with JZM was similar in cost terms. Felt like it was OPC minus 10%Suffice to say I won't be going back for any other work; although I may go to look at the showroom as they do have some serious metal there.
purchased a 1 owner 991 c4s with full OPC history, long list of issues so went to 9e, been excellent and have had the car 5 years and every year they look after me.
The chap mentioned before about his wallet being hit but that would apply to any specialist!! a good friend used Parr but had a few issues and will nto go back, maybe a 1 off but 9e gets my vote
The chap mentioned before about his wallet being hit but that would apply to any specialist!! a good friend used Parr but had a few issues and will nto go back, maybe a 1 off but 9e gets my vote
Cheib said:
Roman Moroni said:
I used JZM last year for a 'major' service; the bill was eye watering. It would have been cheaper to go to an OPC.
Suffice to say I won't be going back for any other work; although I may go to look at the showroom as they do have some serious metal there.
My experience with JZM was similar in cost terms. Felt like it was OPC Suffice to say I won't be going back for any other work; although I may go to look at the showroom as they do have some serious metal there.
garypotter said:
purchased a 1 owner 991 c4s with full OPC history, long list of issues so went to 9e, been excellent and have had the car 5 years and every year they look after me.
The chap mentioned before about his wallet being hit but that would apply to any specialist!! a good friend used Parr but had a few issues and will nto go back, maybe a 1 off but 9e gets my vote
Since then I have found an excellent Specialist much closure to homeThe chap mentioned before about his wallet being hit but that would apply to any specialist!! a good friend used Parr but had a few issues and will nto go back, maybe a 1 off but 9e gets my vote
garypotter said:
purchased a 1 owner 991 c4s with full OPC history, long list of issues so went to 9e, been excellent and have had the car 5 years and every year they look after me.
The chap mentioned before about his wallet being hit but that would apply to any specialist!! a good friend used Parr but had a few issues and will nto go back, maybe a 1 off but 9e gets my vote
Some specialists are considerably more expensive than others and in my experience cost isn't a good indication of the level of service.The chap mentioned before about his wallet being hit but that would apply to any specialist!! a good friend used Parr but had a few issues and will nto go back, maybe a 1 off but 9e gets my vote
rawenghey said:
Are 911 Virgin still considered good? They read like a good outfit and are very handy for anyone West London based.
Spoke to Tom at 911V last week about mechanical work, and I thought the labour rate he quoted seemed very reasonable.What are RPM Technik, JZM, Parr and Jaz’s labour rates for servicing/mechanical work these days ?
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