I have been a BMW forum presence both as an individual and as a BMW-related car business for almost 2 decades now (although I have only recently been posting on here more regularly now that my E30 M3 project is slowly starting to move forward. Over this period of time, I have had countless interactions both online and in person with a lot of forum members, both in a personal and business setting.
As I began my build, I started researching info and was going to buy a ton of stuff from AKG to get this rolling (as I am a retailer for them here in south Florida) - Their stuff is nice and is a great source of parts for the BMW crowd. Prior to my order, I spoke to a good friend of mine (a local big turbo e30 guy on here "GoodnTight" - who also happens to be one of the best people I have met on the online BMW community), just to confirm that I was getting the right stuff. He said, "the AKG stuff is good, but why don't you look into the Condor Speed stuff. The guy is local, support local business, and hes 'good people.'" I've see some threads about the power steering delete plate and everyone seems to have good reviews with dealing with Condor Speed Shop (referred to as "CSS" from this point forward), so I placed my order from AKG for the stuff that CSS didn't have and contacted Carlos via PM to get the ball rolling on some poly bushings.
Well, he promptly replied and was very helpful over the phone. I drove to his shop to introduce myself and see what CSS is all about. Well, I can tell you within minutes we were immersed in BMW conversation and all I can say is I got very good vibes both from the way he runs his shop, to how he handles his car/build, and how he carries himself personally. I clearly haven't known him for very long, but already I can say hes one of the nicest, most sincere guys you will ever meet, totally helpful with everything, a wealth of knowledge on the e30 chassis (he needs some help on the e36 though, but we'll get him there ;)), and just so pleasant to speak with.
I was introduced to a few of his close BMW friends and shopmates who have allowed me to share some time with them and welcomed me with friendly ope arms to get involved. The only bad thing I can say about Carlos is that he has warped my brain about the e30 chassis so much in such a short period of time that I find myself looking to spend money on a spec E30 now...
I haven't tried his bushings on my car yet (hopefully this week), so I will post my thoughts on that when I get those installed. I cant comment on his parts just yet, but his customer service is unsurpassed! LOL. He is also a hell of a welder.
Thank you to the guys at Condor Speed Shop (Carlos, Jay, Chris, Miguel, Andres) with the start of my e30 m3 build and possibly spec e30 path! Now if I could only get this s50 into this E30 m3.......
As I began my build, I started researching info and was going to buy a ton of stuff from AKG to get this rolling (as I am a retailer for them here in south Florida) - Their stuff is nice and is a great source of parts for the BMW crowd. Prior to my order, I spoke to a good friend of mine (a local big turbo e30 guy on here "GoodnTight" - who also happens to be one of the best people I have met on the online BMW community), just to confirm that I was getting the right stuff. He said, "the AKG stuff is good, but why don't you look into the Condor Speed stuff. The guy is local, support local business, and hes 'good people.'" I've see some threads about the power steering delete plate and everyone seems to have good reviews with dealing with Condor Speed Shop (referred to as "CSS" from this point forward), so I placed my order from AKG for the stuff that CSS didn't have and contacted Carlos via PM to get the ball rolling on some poly bushings.
Well, he promptly replied and was very helpful over the phone. I drove to his shop to introduce myself and see what CSS is all about. Well, I can tell you within minutes we were immersed in BMW conversation and all I can say is I got very good vibes both from the way he runs his shop, to how he handles his car/build, and how he carries himself personally. I clearly haven't known him for very long, but already I can say hes one of the nicest, most sincere guys you will ever meet, totally helpful with everything, a wealth of knowledge on the e30 chassis (he needs some help on the e36 though, but we'll get him there ;)), and just so pleasant to speak with.
I was introduced to a few of his close BMW friends and shopmates who have allowed me to share some time with them and welcomed me with friendly ope arms to get involved. The only bad thing I can say about Carlos is that he has warped my brain about the e30 chassis so much in such a short period of time that I find myself looking to spend money on a spec E30 now...
I haven't tried his bushings on my car yet (hopefully this week), so I will post my thoughts on that when I get those installed. I cant comment on his parts just yet, but his customer service is unsurpassed! LOL. He is also a hell of a welder.
Thank you to the guys at Condor Speed Shop (Carlos, Jay, Chris, Miguel, Andres) with the start of my e30 m3 build and possibly spec e30 path! Now if I could only get this s50 into this E30 m3.......