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Family owned and operated import auto repair in Nashville, TN, and serving surrounding areas. Expert service for BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Range Rover, Subaru, Lexus, Audi, Volkswagen, Volvo, Toyota, Honda and more.
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Since 1994, Import Specialty Service has provided trusted Nashville car care with expert repairs and exceptional customer service.
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We combine import-specific expertise, modern diagnostics, and customer-first communication so you know what your vehicle needs and why.
2 Year / 24k Mile Nationwide Parts and Labor Warranty
Reliable coverage that travels with you.
Service should feel precise, honest and comfortable from the first phone call through pickup.
A good checklist should include basics like engine oil and oil filters, air filters, tire condition and tire pressure, brakes, key fluids, and the battery. It should also note belts and hoses, plus lights, suspension parts, and any service the maker says is due. The timing can change based on the car, how many miles it has, how old it is, and how you drive.
At Import Specialty Service, we suggest you start with your owner’s maintenance plan. Use it as the main guide instead of trusting a generic list. Simple checkups can catch early wear before it turns into a bigger job.
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A good local shop should talk with you in plain language. You want trained techs, careful testing, and clear answers about what is needed. Recommendations should be direct and not vague. It also helps to look for a solid local track record and a team that has served the area for years.
At Import Specialty Service, we think you should know what your vehicle needs and why. We try to build repeat trust by giving dependable work and being upfront in our conversations. That is how a shop earns a good name in the community.
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Fair auto repair is not just about the cheapest quote. When the shop finds the real source of the issue, uses good parts, and fixes it the right way, you can avoid extra trips and repeat problems. That can save money over time.
At Import Specialty Service, we work to pinpoint the true cause first. Then we explain the options so you can choose what fits your priorities. We focus on safety, day-to-day reliability, and what your vehicle actually needs.
Good auto repair usually starts with a real diagnosis. It then uses the right parts and follows repair steps that are known to work. A good shop also checks the small details. A bandage job might only calm a symptom right away. It may not fix why the problem started.
At Import Specialty Service, we focus on figuring out what is really going on. We then suggest a repair plan that fits the vehicle, not a guess. When diagnosis is done the right way, the work tends to hold up better. It can also lower the odds that the same trouble comes back soon.
Learn about our computer diagnostics in Nashville.
You can plan on routine work like oil changes. Many drivers also need brake checks and brake repairs. Tire service matters too, along with wheel alignment. Batteries and charging systems should be tested. Fluids need regular care. Diagnostics help when a light comes on or something feels off. Scheduled service based on the maker’s plan is also important. As a car gets older, extra work may show up.
Import Specialty Service can help you pick what to do next. We look at the vehicle condition, mileage, past service, and the maker’s guidance. Keeping up with maintenance is one of the best ways to improve dependability. It also helps spot problems before they grow.
Explore our general vehicle maintenance services.
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"I’ve been coming to Import Specialty Service for about four years now across two different European vehicles; first my Mercedes and now my BMW. Finding a shop you can genuinely trust with these cars is rare, but this team consistently earns that trust every single time. On my most recent visit, I came in dealing with a check engine light for an emissions error and a faulty tire pressure sensor. I’ve worked with Doug in the past, and he has always set the bar high with his knowledge and genuine focus on customer care. This time, he introduced me to Nicki to assist me, and she was absolutely phenomenal. There wasn’t a single drop-off in the quality of service or expertise. Nicki took the time to clearly break down every recommended service, explaining the importance of each item so I felt completely confident and informed about the work being done. That level of consistency and honesty is why I didn’t hesitate to send my son to them with his Volkswagen for a diagnostic, and he had the exact same great experience. When you find people who treat you and your family like this, you don’t go anywhere else. Thank you, Doug, Nicki, and the entire team!"Posted on Google
Michael JenkinsI loved how I got a detailed text of the services provided, and the needs of what my automobile needed , and the price to complete all services. Also services were done in a timely matter. And as expected everything was done in a professional manner. That is why I chose to come back. It drives and handles better than when I brought it in. Need to put a sign where you enter the shop and cut back some of the trees, or customers can pass right by. Over rating from me is a 10. Michael JenkinsPosted on Google
Amy SimmonsI took my vehicle in to have a leak repaired. The staff were courteous and knowledgeable. I felt very comfortable leaving my Lexus with them. The work was great and the pricing was fair.Posted on Google
Charles BorsavageGreat Company very good service and seems to have done well with coolant leaks and coolant system repairs.Posted on Google
Kevin OwensKnowledgeable and expert mechanicsPosted on Google
Louise BarnesStaff always helpful and repair work is excellent.Posted on Google
M BDoug took great care to see that the proper service work was done to our car. Advised me about issues that I was unaware of and needed attentionPosted on Google
bradley ryanDoug and the team are always solid and communicative. 100% recommend them. Worked with them for years on all our cars.Posted on Google
Steven MinertThis is a great company full of competent mechanics, and great customer service. I highly recommend everybody to use their services.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
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