Date:         Thu, 3 Feb 2005 16:36:06 -0800
Reply-To:     jbange <hfinn@INGRATES.NET>
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From:         jbange <hfinn@INGRATES.NET>
Subject:      Re: Fast German Auto???
In-Reply-To:  <CAEOIPKOOCKNBBDDDMBPKEDDGGAA.jeff@vanagonparts.com>
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At 01:52 PM 2/3/2005, you wrote:
>Does anyone know if Fast German Auto in L.A. still in business?
>
>I have a customer who bought some parts from them and they're looking for a
>little information about the items they purchased.  The 888 number seems to
>be disconnected and the local number goes to an answering machine at some
>house.
>
>I've heard some bad things about these guys, so perhaps their reputation has
>caught up with them.

They're still in business, but it looks like they've "cut back" somewhat. I
called them for a price quote on a 2.1 WBX rebuilt just last month. Their
888 number is no more, but they still have the local 714 number. Seems like
they've abandoned their web presence, as their web prices are out of date
and they don't answer email. They still operate a garage in Santa Ana,
though. Their number is (714) 979-2971. I haven't heard anything good about
them either.  I'm just going to do the sensible thing and get a rebuilt
from Boston Engine Exchg.

John Bange
'90 Vanagon "Geldsauger"