Germany's Best Auto

Audi

We at Germany's Best have been repairing European Cars for over 25 years. We provide comprehensive service on Audi, BMW, Mercedes Benz, Mini, Porsche, Smart Car and Volkswagen.

For Audi owners, we service and repair all models including the Audi 50 (1974–1978), Audi 4000 & 5000, Fox Coupe & Sedan, Audi 80 (1966–1996), Audi A2 (1999–2005), Coupé GT (1980–1987), Coupé quattro (1985–1988), Quattro (1980–1991), Audi RS2 Avant (1994–1995), Audi RS4 (2000–2008), Audi Ur-S4 / Ur-S6 (1992-1997), Audi V8 (1988–1993), Audi 100 , 100LS, Audi 200, and more recently the High Performance S4, S6, S8 and the A5, A6, A7, A8, TT, as a 2+2 Coupé, or two-seater Roadster, Q5, Q7, R8.

And if you've got super vintage classics like an Audi 920 (1938 - 1940) or Audi F103 (1965 - 1972), we'd love to see them.

Audi produces 100% galvanised cars to prevent corrosion, and was the first mass-market vehicle to do so, following introduction of the process by Porsche, c.1975. Along with other precautionary measures, the full-body zinc coating has proved to be very effective in preventing rust. The body's resulting durability even surpassed Audi's own expectations…

Historical Facts and Memorable Years

The company was born in Germany over 100 years ago and has remained Deutschland-based to this day. Audi Automobilwerke GmbH (Audi Automobile Works) began manufacturing cars in 1910 and remained independent until the Great Depression. Because Audi's founder, August Horch, had left a 10-year-old company bearing his own name, he chose the Latin form of his name "Audi" for his new company, then joined with three other auto manufacturers in 1932 to form Auto Union. The sole survivor of that union, Audi, was purchased by Volkswagen in 1964.

In the early 1930s Dr. Ferdinand Porsche, head of design for Auto Union (parent company for Audi and Horch) started working on a 16-cylinder rear engine race car. Jointly with engineer Robert von Eberhorst, the Type C Streamliner was born in 1937. The aerodynamic design and futuristic bodywork came from tests carried out by the German government for airplanes. In a period of 3 days, Bernd Rose Meyer broke 15 world speed records in this car, including the track record of 237 mph, done at Avus in Berlin and then, on a stretch of highway near Frankfurt, he pushed the Streamliner to an incredible 254 mph.

Years later, the oil embargo in the 70's had made fuel consumption a concern for all car manufacturers. Reducing fuel consumption was a driving force at Audi because of the important goal to reduce the environmental damage caused by emissions. Audi gave proof to its pro-environment stance at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1981. The Audi vision of the car for the Year 2000 was a deluxe saloon, a trend-setter because of its genuine innovations.

1983 marked another impressive step towards environmentally-friendly driving. Audi was the first German manufacturer to receive a general operating permit for cars with catalytic converter technology.

Audi exhibited two design studies in 1991.

The quattro Spyder was unveiled in Frankfurt

and the all-aluminum body shell Avus quattro in Tokyo. Both caused a sensation. The most impressive feature was the aluminium construction which reduced weight and used resources more efficiently. Another example of how Audi pioneered new technologies to shape the future of the automobile.

You can call us at 510-658-8948
We're at 5291 College Avenue in Oakland, CA 91618

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More About Us

Germany's Best has been repairing quality German cars for over 25 years. We provide comprehensive service and repair on Porsche, BMW, MINI, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volkswagen and Smart Car.

Our team of mechanics treats the customer and the customer’s German car with great attention to detail. If the customer is in a bind for time, we always do our best to get the job done as soon as possible - to get the customer in and the car out in a timely manner. The job is done right with the right parts by qualified mechanics. All Germany’s Best mechanics are certified ASE or dealer-trained. Every mechanic has at least 15 years experience and is a master technician. We are located in wonderful Rockridge and are conveniently near the Rockridge Bart Station.

Company Philosophy

If a client isn't happy, we're not happy. We're very meticulous and we pride ourselves on accurately diagnosing symptoms or complaints and making necessary repairs.

Excerpted Survey Responses

I like the personal manner in which they listen to your problem and communicate with you.

— Linda D.

They really know what they're doing and the quality of the work is very good.

— Joanne H.

They're straightforward and they get the car in and out.

— Warren W.

I called and they were able to get me in on the same day.

— Anne M.

I have a Porsche and they know what they're doing when they work on it.

— Mark M.

One of their mechanics was able to troubleshoot a problem that a dealer couldn't fix.

— David W.

I like that they are very personable, straight shooters.

— David Y.

They were excellent communicators, very knowledgeable about cars, trustworthy, right on schedule.

— Pat B.

We Put You in Control at Germany's Best Inc.