Does anyone have a recommendation for a good shop to do a little brake work on my MINI in Wichita KS? I need new pads and rotors installed. Normally I'd happily tackle this job myself, but I just don't have time this month and it's cold enough that I'd prefer to just have the work done. The dealers are a few hours away, so I'd like to find a local independent shop (maybe a BMW place?) that was good. It's pretty simple work, I'd just like to find someone that has a good reputation. Thanks!

Jeff

 

I can tell you a good shop about an hour away!

 

I found a local independent BMW/Porsche/Benz shop that came well recommended by folks in those crowds and did a nice job on the work for me (Best Mechanical). They weren't familiar much with MINIs (no dealer in Wichita), but knew BMW very well and knew that MINI mechanicals were pretty much the same and were happy to do the job. Price was fair and I'm happy with the work. I hope I never need any more warranty work, though, as I'd then need to drive 2.5-3 hours either to Baron up by KC or the dealer in OK (neither option particularly pleasant!).

 

Hey Jeff

Where did you end up going? I have an 07 S and would like to have a plan if anything comes up.

 

Best Mechanical on 1st St. in Wichita did my brakes last year. I was happy with the work. I have also taken the car separately for a diagnosis to Autobahn Power (also on 1st, a few blocks away) though it ended up being a warranty item that time so I drove back up to Baron MINI outside of Kansas City. Baron is great for warranty stuff - they have loaners cars if you schedule ahead.

Jeff