A Two Thousand Pound Paperweight.

That is what it seems like when your car does not start in the dead of another Denver winter. When a car doesn’t start, many people immediately assume that the starter motor is to blame. In fact, the component has the term “start” right in its name. The reality is that dozens of potential reasons could be at play.

Here are the most common signs of a bad starter –

1.  The engine refuses to crank.

2.  It DOES crank, but much more slowly.

3.  You hear a grinding noise.

4.  There is inconsistent failure…what we have here is a failure to crank!

It is confusing and most assuredly frustrating when your starter “starts” showing signs of deteriorating. That demands a call to The German Car Shoppe. They are starter repair experts for foreign and domestic vehicles in the Denver area. The German Car Shoppe is located at 5115 Santa Fe Drive in Littleton. Call ahead if it is not an emergency at (303) 798-2287.

Warm it Up…or Not.

In the dead of winter (like now), the common wisdom for people who drive their German cars around the Denver area is that when you are gearing up to take your vehicle out in the cold and snow, you should step outside, start up your engine, and let it idle to warm up. contrary to popular belief, this does not prolong the life of your engine; in fact, it may well decrease it!

The explanation is this…When your engine is cold, the gasoline is less likely to evaporate. It needs to have the correct ratio of air and vaporized fuel for combustion. Engines with electronic fuel injection have sensors that compensate for the cold by pumping more gasoline into the mixture. Gasoline is an outstanding solvent that can actually wash oil off of your engine.

When you have engine problems in the Denver area you can always count on The German Car Shoppe located in Littleton. They will analyze your car and repair or replace what is needed without doing any unnecessary work. You can trust The German Car Shoppe with your finely-tuned engine. Visit thegermancarshoppe.com and call for an appointment (303) 798-2287.

All Batteries are NOT Created Equal.

One thing is virtually certain…if you drive a German engineered vehicle in the greater Denver area you will need clean and consistent power to properly operate your car for the rest of this winter and well beyond. Maybe you drive a Porsche, Mercedes Benz, BMW, Volkswagen or Audi, your vehicle needs a strong and stable power source to operate and run properly.

The battery used by BMW, Mercedes Benz, Porsche, Volkswagen and Audi is something called a “valve-regulated lead-acid battery” which is commonly referred to as a rechargeable sealed battery. It is similar to a gel cell battery (maybe you have heard of that) which has the electrolyte mixed with silica dust to form an immobilized gel.

This may all seem like “mumbo jumbo” to you. The truth is you need the right mechanic to keep your German-owned car finely tuned. Now, more than ever, count on The German Car Shoppe of Littleton to keep your battery operating at peak efficiency throughout another Denver winter. Visit thegermancarshoppe.com and stop in at 5115 South Santa Fe Drive in Littleton, CO.

Come to Denver to Dream.

Are you dreaming of a white Christmas? It seems that it is the least 2020 can do for us. Believe it or not, there is barely more than a one-third chance that there will be one inch or more of snowfall on the ground on Christmas day in and around Denver. Of course, if snow is your thing, you know that the white stuff is always just a short drive away.

How many of you were around here in 1982? On that morning of December 25th, the people of our mile-high city awoke to a 24-inch snow depth! That seems to be overkill…just a few inches would suffice. Surprisingly, over the last three decades Denver has received measurable snowfall on Christmas Day only seven times.

Whatever this season may bring, we may be comforted by being one step closer to the end of a rather problematic 2020. One thing is for sure, no matter what challenges befall us The German Car Shoppe is always there at 5115 S. Santa Fe Drive in Littleton to keep your Mercedes, Porsche, Audi, BMW, and Volkswagen on the road. Merry Christmas from the families of The German Car Shoppe to you and yours.

Where Do I Get My German Car Maintained in the Denver Area?

It is a valid question. You decided to invest in a high-performance German vehicle and you insist that it continues to hum along the roads of the Denver area for years to come. We would like to make the case for the aptly named German Car Shoppe located in Littleton, CO with its myriad of factory trained technicians.

Why The German Car Shoppe?

1.  They always offer personalized service.

2.  They have extreme confidence because of their continued success.

3.  You will always get their expert advice.

4.  They have been ranked #1 in all German makes and models.

That last point should be the clincher. When your company is continually ranked at the top of its profession over and over again, you know that you can trust them implicitly! The German Car Shoppe is still the answer to your maintenance and repair challenges as we enter 2021. Take a look at their website thegermancarshoppe.com and call for service at (303) 798-2287.

Have you Thought About Your Brake System Recently?

It doesn’t have to be said too often that brake repair is something you must do BEFORE it’s too late! It is obvious that most people would not think of risking the safety of themselves and their passengers by putting off that particular repair. Yet, many times auto suspension repair such as shock and strut replacement is a repair that often gets overlooked.

So exactly what is the function of your German vehicle’s shocks and struts? Shocks and struts keep your car from bouncing all over the place like a pin ball machine. They act as a buffer between your wheels and frame which prevents the body of the vehicle from colliding into ground or even the tires themselves!

Some BMW models, particularly the Series 3 models, have had some specific problems in both the front and rear suspension systems. This relates directly to your shocks and struts. Let us help you troubleshoot the impending problem. Look us up at thegermancarshoppe.com and see why we are the Denver area’s answer to German Car Maintenance. Call us at (303) 798-2287.

Like it or Not…You Shouldn’t Wait any Longer.

Ominous words indeed, but true enough if you have not had your German Car winterized yet. What are you waiting for…it’s almost Thanksgiving around Denver! It’s true, A poorly maintained vehicle can do just fine in 40-degree weather. But when the temperature dips to 20 degrees or lower, it stresses everything in your German car.

Here are some winterizing tips –

1.  Have you got your snow tires…you probably don’t need them around here LOL!

2.  Have your brakes been checked?

3.  How about your wiper blades?

4.  Is the suspension ready for winter driving?

We will think of a lot more because we are auto winterizing experts at The German Car Shoppe in Littleton, CO. Winterize now…before really cold temperatures hit the Denver area. Check us out on the web at thegermancarshoppe.com. We are here to serve you at 5115 Santa Fe Drive in Littleton. Just call for an appointment at (303) 798-2287.