I'm an ex-mechanic, used to work at Autohaus Exec in Burlingame for 5 years. I own and maintain my own M5 and have most of my tools here at home. What did you need done? I do side work here at the house on German and Japanese cars on occation. BTW the Japanese car are eaiser to work on in general. For a regular shop I suggest Schulba BMW 645 Harbor Blvd.Belmont(650)592-7352, tell Gerry, Brian Kissel (Black M5) sent ya and he will raise his labor rate JK ;^) Or my buddies shop is ok, it's called Integrity Motors(650)573-5352 In San Mateo, tell um I sent you also.