Welcome to Terry Sayther Automotive,
Austin's Premier BMW Repair Shop
Hello, I am Terry Sayther, and I would like to welcome you to Terry Sayther Automotive in Austin. With over 50 years of collective experience, we are proud to be your local BMW Repair experts. As the premier auto specialty shop in Austin, our highly trained automotive technicians take pride in all of their BMW Repair efforts.
Each and every one of our reliable specialists undergoes extensive automotive repair training, including advanced certification in Mini Repair, BMW car repair,
BMW Service and Mini service. While BMW Repair may be our concentration, our reputation has been built on our ability to solve complex driveability problems, as well as maintain and repair your vehicle bumper to bumper.
No matter your vehicle needs, our team at Terry Sayther Automotive will be
glad to provide trustworthy, honest, and reputable service. We are grateful to offer reliable vehicle care to Austin residents, as well as to visitors, or those just driving through.
Dave S. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 3/31/2013:
"Excellent work always. Guys and gals who love your car almost as much as you do."
Julie N. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 3/17/2013:
"Great shop. I have known them a long time. They always tell you about things that need to be done and prioritize them for you."
Erik G. on 3/8/2013:
"Everyone I've spoken with can't recommend Terry and his team enough and now I see why. Fantastic service and I'm going to share my positive experience with relevant interested parties."
Randy S. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 3/8/2013:
"That they did good work in a funky environment; that the owner is very friendly and trustworthy"
Solomon L. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 3/8/2013:
"Terry Sayther is the "best" BMW repair shop in Texas. I frequently travel the state and I have had repairs in San Antonio, Austin, Round Rock and Dallas. No one matches Terry on price, customer service or quality of repairs."
Jeff N. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 1/27/2013:
"Friendly, accomodating, professional, knowledgeable and fair pricing"
Gordon S. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 1/13/2013:
"Friendly, professional staff. Only do the work that I authorize. Seem to be concerned about the well- being of your vehicle. I have never had to go back for re- work."
Jenell G. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 1/13/2013:
"I recommend Terry all the time! I tell people how straightforward and conservative the diagnostics are. They don't tell you to fix things that haven't failed. How they are trustworthy and never surprise me with the prices. I warn my friends that there is no fancy lobby like the dealer, but you can respect the fact they instead pay the talent and don't overcharge the customer to fund a lobby!"
Steven V. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair, on 1/6/2013:
"Excellent shop. Staff is knowledgable and very approachable. Rates are competitive and I trust their opinion. These are enthusiasts and not just a repair shop."
Randy H. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair, on 12/24/2012:
"Can't get an better for BMW service."
Bernard M. from Blanco, TX, whose Mini was in for an auto repair service, on 12/23/2012:
"On my two visits, the technicians & staff impressed me with being very capable, intelligent, and skilled at communicating issues concerning my Mini. Obviously a business culture that cares for their work, and their customers."
Anonymous on 12/23/2012:
"Excellent work by folks who really like the cars. Recommend very highly."
Hal W. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 12/17/2012:
"Always on time and provides quality work."
Fred G. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 12/16/2012:
"I recommand them to use Terry Sayther Automotive for any BMW work."
Anonymous on 12/16/2012:
"They are the most qualified and honest repair shop in Austin to work on BMW"
John M. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair, on 12/16/2012:
"It's a bit like Mad Max over there, but they do great and honest work. I always know what I'm paying for ahead of time. And they get it done when they say it will be done, sometimes even ahead of time."
Geoffrey S. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 12/16/2012:
"This is the BEST BMW shop in Austin!"
Iwan M. on 10/23/2012:
"satisfatory & reasonable charges"
Caroline M. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 10/21/2012:
"Amazing service. Honest, informative mechanics. Good at explaining to lay people what's going wrong with your driving machine. Great at distinguishing between what you must do now and repairs that can wait. Estimates accurate. Repairs done on time. Nicest people."
Patricia Stuart, P. from Austin on 10/7/2012:
"If you love your BMW, don't go ANYWHERE else for care. Terry Sayther's will love your car, too."
Eugene B. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 10/7/2012:
"The quality of work and price are better than the dealer. They do a great job of keeping our old BMW running like new."
Susan D. from Austin, TX, whose Mini was in for an auto repair service, on 10/1/2012:
"I would tell them I like Terry Sayther and the mechanics who work there. I feel I am treated honestly and fairly. When I bring up costs, the mechanics are understanding and help me figure out which problems are immediate and which can wait a bit. I like the night time drop off because I live very far from the shop."
Janice W. from Dale, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 9/30/2012:
"Fair and Honest. When I get an oil chance I get a check list of necessary repairs in importance order. I've been going to Terry's since my car was under warranty and it's now 17 yrs old. All employees do excellent work and treat me with respect. I also save by going to Terry's then a dealership."
Janice W. from Dale, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 9/30/2012:
"Fair and Honest. When I get an oil change I'm given a check list of any repairs needed in importance order. I've been going to Terry since my car was under warranty and it is now 17 years old. I also save money by not having to go to the dealership. All employees are polite and perform excellent service."
Andrew T. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 9/30/2012:
"Very good customer service and feedback. Not cheap yet confidence inspiring."
David S. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 9/25/2012:
"I had a mystery problem with my car (2002 BMW 330 CIC) that resulted in emergency downshifts to 2nd gear which almost knocked out my teeth. The first time I brought the car in and the shop could not reproduce the problem, they changed the transmission fluid and sent me on my way. The second time I brought it in, Ralph (one of the techs at the shop who has been there ever since I started using the shop 6-7 years ago) got on BMW chat sites (not official BMW sites) and found a similar incident based on a bad oil temperature monitor. He then checked historical readings in my car's computer, proved that the problem was in fact a faulty oil temperature monitor (temperature appeared to spike over 100 degrees in 1 second) and fixed the problem in a couple of days. I can't say that Terry Sayther Automotive is cheap because I have never been to another BMW garage; however, people with this kind of skill and patience aren't supposed to be cheap, they keep my 10 year old vehicle running like a top and I don't have a car note. To my mind this is a very fair exchange."
Susan H. N. from Dripping Springs, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 9/24/2012:
"Superb! They are the very best mechanics and great people! They do great work at a fair price. I completely trust them and their work. I wish I had always known about Terry Sayther Automotive, but now that I have I will never go anywhere else."
Andrew S. from Kyle, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 9/16/2012:
"It's better than going to a BMW dealer for service. Very honest group of people with alot of knowledge."
Xina S. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 9/9/2012:
"This is a great place to do business with - reminds me of my grandfather's place when I was a kid! Friendly and Trustworthy."
Dk P. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 9/9/2012:
"Great group of guys and great service always!"
Stuart C. , whose S was in for an auto repair, on 9/9/2012:
"First class customer service. Professional and friendly."
Geoffrey S. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 9/9/2012:
"This is the best BMW shop in town."
Laura B. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 9/2/2012:
"Very friendly, quick service, keep me posted"
Gordon S. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 8/26/2012:
"That they were friendly and dedicated, and will not try to convince you to do more work than is necessary, but they will tell you what else might need to be done."
Amy from Austin on 8/16/2012:
"Seem very knowledgable and fair; service is always completed when promised"
Eric H. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 8/12/2012:
"I'd recommend without reservation"
Roger W. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 8/12/2012:
"would definitely recommend Terry and his pirates"
Geoffrey S. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 8/12/2012:
"Don't even think about going anywhere else."
Mark R. from Austin on 8/12/2012:
"Go there, you won't be disappointed, these guys know what they are doing and are not as expensive as BMW dealer."
Patricia W. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 8/5/2012:
"They know what they're doing and I've always been satisfied with their work."
Eric H. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 8/5/2012:
"I would highly recommend the shop to any BMW owner. The service is high quality and the team is trustworthy."
Mark R. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 8/5/2012:
"High quality. Good service. Stand behind their work."
Michael C. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 7/22/2012:
"Trustworthy and knowledgeable guys."
Anonymous from Austin on 7/22/2012:
"Top notch service and repair. Always friendly & knowledgeable even with unrelated questions."
Eric from Austin on 7/15/2012:
"Would recommend you everytime for fast thorough service"
Geoffrey S. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 7/8/2012:
"This is the only BMW shop I will consider. A+ Service and extremely knowledgable. I love these folks. It feels like home."
Colin M. from Austin, TX on 6/24/2012:
"Terry and Rhett are both very good communicators in regard to explaining in "plain English" the repair issues which need to be addressed with your car, as well as, in discussing the various solutions required to reslve them"
Roger W. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 6/24/2012:
"Professional service; High priority for customer satisfaction"
Iwan B. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 6/24/2012:
"Better than the rest ie. Dr.Beemer"
Sonali G. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 6/24/2012:
"Great mechanics, reasonable prices, prompt service, and good communication means a satisfied customer."
Patricia S. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 6/18/2012:
"Terry's place is the very best of Austin when it comes to keeping your BMW happy."
Patricia F. from Austin, TX, whose Mini was in for an auto repair service, on 6/18/2012:
"Fast, friendly and reliable."
David Y. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 6/10/2012:
"Terry and staff....Knowlegeable, courteous, friendly, no hidden charges.....thorough....thank you!"
Anonymous from Austin on 6/3/2012:
"Great service, honest people. Laid back, comfortable people to deal with."
Joe A. G. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 5/29/2012:
"Outstanding one one with entire staff. Love abiltiy to ask questions, get ans. on the spot."
Jeff N. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 5/29/2012:
"If you don't go to Terry Sayther for your BMW you would be better off poking yourself in the eye with a sharp stick."
Holly H. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 5/28/2012:
"Terry and his team provide quality service for a reasonable price. No gimmicks, no fast talk, no hassle. They are never pushy and will work with the customer to help prioritize repairs if multiple repairs are indicated."
Keith A. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 5/27/2012:
"Honest, on time service. They know what they are doing and are very reasonable."
Robert from Austin on 5/27/2012:
"Outstanding service and vehicle knowledge. Always helpful with answering questions and making recommendations."
Mark from Austin on 5/27/2012:
"It's very good. I recommend."
Kari W. from Austin, TX, whose MINI was in for an auto repair service, on 5/20/2012:
"Quality of work is great!!! Customer service is quick and honest!"
Bruce S. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 5/20/2012:
"They provide comprehensive, expert service and a very quick turnaround."
Oliver F. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 5/13/2012:
"I always say Go There. I've even yelped about them. You can find it @ http://www.yelp.com/biz/terry-sayther-automotive-austin under Oliver F"
Taron B. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 5/13/2012:
"Terry Sayther Automotive is better than BMW of Austin and im pretty sure they know their way around BMWs better than the dealer. I trust these guys; they tell me what needs to be done and they are very honest about when it should be done. Not about the money; they love BMWs."
Kelvin P. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 4/29/2012:
"Great group of guys, definitely recommend."
Rick B. , whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 4/29/2012:
"Good efficient, and they tell you what really needs to be fixed, and what can wait until the budget allows."
Bob M. from La Grange, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 4/22/2012:
"Top notch diagnosis and work quality. Focus on the Cutomer and providing highest quality of work at a reasonable cost. Best value for BMW repair and maintenance."
Julia B. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 4/2/2012:
"Great service. Trust their advice."
Adam from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 4/1/2012:
"Customer service is the reason I keep coming back. Every time I go my car is Well taken care of and the guys are always helpful, honest, and professional."
David C. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 3/26/2012:
"Terry's technicians do excellent work, and they go out of their way to make sure that you and your car are well taken care of without doing anything unnecessary."
Gilberto M. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 3/25/2012:
"Great work, reasonable prices."
Eric from Austin on 3/19/2012:
"Great service at fair rates."
Chad L. , whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 3/19/2012:
"Terry Sayther's is an excellent shop for BMW repairs and service."
Ken H. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 3/11/2012:
"Great shop with BMW enthusiast on staff."
Andrew T. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 2/27/2012:
"Seem to have great expertise with the marque. Forgot to put next-service sticker on windshield"
W. R. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 2/26/2012:
"Don't take your BMW anywhere else!"
Pat P. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 2/26/2012:
"They are local, low overhead (so you're not paying for bells/whistles in the waiting room), reliable, and trustworthy"
Ted F. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair, on 2/26/2012:
"I was pleased with the quality of work and customer service and would definitely return."
Jeff N. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 2/19/2012:
"If you take your car anywhere else you may as well set it on fire."
Devin M. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 2/12/2012:
"Very positive. They took time to listen and explain. It cost what they quoted, and the people are very knowledgable and professional."
Sean T. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 2/8/2012:
"That they know your car better than you do!"
Jimmy from Austin on 2/6/2012:
"Great shop, honest, I trust them to do only what is needed to keep my car in good working condition..."
Patricia Stuart, P. from Austin on 2/5/2012:
"You won't believe these people - they're true blue! If you love your BMW, don't ever let anyone else touch it."
Taron B. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 1/29/2012:
"Knows more about BMWs than "BMW" and you dont have to pay for the use of a movie theater and coffee shop."
Susan B. from Houston, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair, on 1/26/2012:
"I'd tell them I enjoyed the experience. Y'all are always very fast, good at explaining what needs work, and I don't ever feel judged for my lack of car knowledge. I would definitely recommend your services!"
Tamara N. from Austin on 1/24/2012:
"Terry Sayther Automotive provides honest and reliable service. I have two BMWs of which both I have serviced there. They are not "inexpensive" but I know the work will be performed well and the issue will not again arise as a result of faulty workmanship. They are hones about what "really" needs to be done at the time and what can wait; this is very helpful as BMW maintenance is expensive and it is nice to have some time for planning and budgeting."
Sonali G. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 1/23/2012:
"TSA is a great place. The work is high quality - they are professionals and know what they are doing. They are great explaining the problem and solution. They give you information so you know if/when to fix any issues and what's a priority. They are friendly and helpful. The only downside is (as with all BMWs) that if there's a problem, it can become pricey."
Gordon H. S. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 1/23/2012:
"I find the folks at Terry's trustworthy, friendly, and they seem to truly care about the car and the customer"
Oliver F. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 1/18/2012:
"I always recommend your shop to every BMW person I meet, so that's a given. I say the work is definitive, authoritative and 100% honest; the record keeping is absolultely reliable (a big plus for me so I can keep track of everything that's done or waiting to be done). I think "real" BMW lovers go here--the passion the shop has for the car s totally obvious (this is big for people who feel strongly about a marque). I say it's a jumble of a shop but I say that as a plus-somehow it shows how much they care about the cars: the reputation coupled with the lack of creature comforts prove these people REALLY give a s**t about the cars themselves. I can't really explain the logic there but it makes sense to me."
Dave S. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 1/11/2012:
"Excellent shop. Employees all love the cars they work on and treat them like their own."
A. L. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 1/8/2012:
"a classic crusty grumpy old hippie, with a next gen hipster crew of shade tree mechanics, literally working out of doors in far south Austin. but don't let appearances fool you. they're smart, knowledgeable, hard working, and trustworthy. not the cheapest or most convenient to work with, but certainly the best value for quality BMW service in town."
Rod C. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 1/8/2012:
"Great professionals and they only work on one brand of vehicles, BMW's"
Chuck N. from Wimberley, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 1/8/2012:
"They completely understand my aging BMW and keep it safe and dependable. I wish I could find comparable shops for our Jeep and VWs."
Andrew S. from Kyle, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 1/3/2012:
"they know the vehicles well and they're very honest"
Jean Paul S. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 1/1/2012:
"There is only one place to take you Mini or BMW in Austin: it is THAT simple."
Sharon M. from Austin, TX, whose Mini was in for an auto repair service, on 12/25/2011:
"Excellent service & cute guys!"
Shamus M. from Austin, TX, whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 12/25/2011:
"competent and honest. an overall great experience."
Rick B. , whose BMW was in for an auto repair service, on 11/13/2011:
"They know how to maintain and fix BMWs."
Craig M. from Austin on 11/6/2011:
"excellent work. keep you up to date and try to work within my schedule. very willing to spend some time explaining the issue and whether or not it makes sense to fix now or wait until the next scheduled service."
We work on BMW Automobiles. You get the benefit of our over 30 years of specialization.