1 /5 Anthony J. Ballamis: CAUTION!
Called to see about an oil pressure check for my 08 Audi. I have a good friend who was a Master tech for 27 years who gives me advice - and Im pretty handy, but not a full mechanic. They quoted me $240 to do an oil pressure check. The dealership (Audi of the Monterey Peninsula) will do an entire engine diagnostic with factory trained master techs for . . . That exact same price - $240.
Read a lot of reviews and the 5 stars are all simple "good service, really nice" (people who dont know about cars) and most of the 1 star reviews had details making it obvious the person actually has mechanical knowledge, a few with specific details that they lied or tried to unplug sensors to get more work. Seems like they specialize in European cars because theyre expensive (so you can charge high for service) and many folks with euro cars arent gearheads or wrenches - more typically people with $ and into luxury stuff (easily overcharged w/lack of knowledge and happy with "good customer service" & attitude - when theyre really getting took).
Its tough, but if you know a friend or family member whos a mechanic or with good knowledge, always consult them first. Shops like this are hit and miss, you can look to save a few bucks and end up paying hundreds or thousands more than the dealer.