I had an excellent experience with Driven SD Independent BMW Service. They did a fantastic job servicing my 2022 BMW X5 xDrive45e, including the brake fluid flush, oil change, engine air filter, and additional repairs. Their pricing was extremely reasonable and competitive from the start. There was honestly no need to negotiate. They were responsive, easy to work with, completed everything quickly, and kept me updated throughout the entire process. They even sent detailed pictures of the damaged parts so I could clearly understand what needed attention. Most importantly, I never felt pressured or upsold. They simply provided honest recommendations and high-quality work. Driven SD is easily one of the best BMW shops I've worked with, and I'll definitely be returning for all of my future BMW service needs. Highly recommended! read more

Driven SD has proven to be the best shop to service my F87 M2 Competition. I used to frequent the El Cajon location before its closed, but the Miramar location is still only 20-25 minutes away, which is very convenient. I have come here for minor and major service including: 1) Drive and accessory belt preventative early replacement 2) Oil Changes 3) Differential and DCT fluid replacement 4) Spark Plugs and Ignition Coils 5) Full brake replacement (rotors, pads, sensors) Furthermore, they are able to give quotes for any service required. High recommend. Pricing is very competitive and definitely better value than going to a dealership. I've never had an issues post service. I will continue coming here for routine and preventative maintenance. read more

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This place is so great. I recommend going here over the BMW service department.l any day! I was able to get my oil changed within 30 minutes, didn't have to leave my car there all day, come back later, etc. so so easy and convenient with great pricing. read more

I had cooling system repaired lately. radiator, pump and the thermostat on my 96 BMW at Driven SD. Everything was done professionally, staff is knowledgeable, friendly and reliable, shoutout to Ilya and Tony. Prices are reasonable by today's standards and the quality of Ilya's work is superb. Recommend, read more

Excellent service as usual I would recommend Driven SD to anyone with the BMW. Thanks Tony for the fast service.

Quick turnaround time, reasonably priced, and Tony is great!! I will continue bringing my BMW to his facility.

Highly recommend DrivenSD! They were professional, honest, and kept me informed throughout the entire repair process. The team took the time to explain everything clearly, and I never felt pressured into unnecessary repairs. Their customer service was excellent, and my car was repaired with great attention to detail. It's hard to find a shop you can trust, and DrivenSD definitely earned my confidence. I'll be coming back for any future service needs! read more

1) Highly ethical 2) Prices about 40% less than dealer 3) Detailed info on estimate 4) Quick & easy to book appointment 5) They honor their commitment 6) Their quality is exceptional 7) Willing to educate on BMW quirks Tony & his crew love BMW's! If you drive an XM or an E30 3-series, or anything in between, Driven SD knows what to do. They don't do tires or alignments, so ask them for a referral so you get another shop who's an expert in BMW's. read more

The guys were super honest and helpful. Did everything super quick and tried to do whatever they could to help in the best and most efficient way possible read more

Ever buy a car specifically because you knew there was a great specialized, independent service available? That is exactly what we did. We've owned BMW's in the past, and loved them, but found BMW Service Centers lacking, to say the least. We found DrivenSD many years ago and could NOT say enough about the service we received. Fast forward 3 and a half years, we are at the BMW dealership and see an ideal used car. It was much older, and we just didn't want to have to deal with the dealership but remembered how GREAT Driven SD was. BMW's are not inexpensive to maintain, and they have to be maintained by people who know what they are doing. Now, the dealer did state it "passed a multi point inspection", but was selling the car as is. Sort of a catch 22, really. We called Driven SD, made an appointment the next day, and paid for a pre-purchase inspection. While the car was low milage, in great visual condition, and drove great, we again leaned on our previous experience with Driven SD. Some issues were found, including a minor oil leak, a brake line that was un secured, and a minor suspension issue. The dealer, again had said "passed multi point inspection". Well, we're glad we paid for the pre-purchase inspection. Did we buy the car? Yes. We received a discounted price from the dealer when we pointed out the items that were found, and knew exactly what we are getting into with a very nice, but not so young BMW. We also knew we could get reliable repairs that were not astronomically dealer priced, done by an Independent service that has a proven history (read other reviews, they're consistent). In fact, we literally purchased the car and took it to Driven SD the next day. This isn't some mechanic shop that slaps a BMW sticker on the window and calls them selves specialist. And it's not a speadylubewhileyouwait 19.99 special place. Reputable, reliable, knowledgeable and has the well earned confidence of many people. For us, enough that we could buy a car we loved, that is admittedly older, but in the confidence we know where it can be reliably maintained. Absolutely recommended, years ago, and today. read more

I'll keep it simple. If you drive a BMW & live in or near SD, THIS IS WHERE YOU WANT TO SERVICE YOUR CAR. Full Stop . The shop is conveniently located, it's as clean as any shop you've seen, Tony & his staff know everything & anything about bimmers & are professional, personable, honest, & very reasonable w pricing. The ONLY shop I would trust to service my Alpina B7 & 328i. HIGHEST RECCO - 11/10 read more

My experience with DrivenSD was amazing! It was efficient, reasonably priced, and the owner is very responsive. Would definitely recommend.

As always, Tony goes above and beyond! I brought in my BMW 328i for an AC issue and a problem with the wiper fluid. Dropped it off in the morning and it was fixed by the afternoon--just before closing. This company, and especially the owner, are incredibly reliable, honest, and trustworthy. I'll truly miss having them nearby in El Cajon when they move up north, as it's been so convenient for me. That said, I'll definitely still be going to them, no matter the distance. Wishing you the best of luck up north--looking forward to seeing the new shop! read more

I had some rubbing on the bottom of my M5 whilst making turns. The issue was resolved with the highest level of professionalism, promptly, service was excellent! Driven is here to help you with all of your BMW service & maintenance needs so do yourself a favor read more

Went there this morning to get a problem with my 2001 325Ci. They were able to fit me in, diagnosed the issue and fixed it in less than a couple of hours. Great customer service and very good work. They know the cars very well and also detected some other problems that will need attention. read more

Excellent and quick service on my BMW i3 today. As a female driver I appreciate being treated with honesty and respect. This is my first time here and I will definitely come back to DrivenSD instead of going to the dealer. I highly recommend this business. Thank you so much, Tony! read more

I been taking my 2015 150k mi BMW to Driven for over 2 years now and I am still happy with the quality of service they provide. If you know BMWs, then you know they require work and it's not cheap. But you either love it or hate it. At Driven, Their pricing is fair. Their work is good. And most importantly they run their business with integrity. There is a peace of mind knowing they are not gonna recommend unnecessary upsold services while at the same time look out for the best of your vehicle. So if they say you need to get it done; you need to get it done. There have been two occasions where my vehicle needed a minor tweak and they completed these services complimentary. When I know had I taken my car to the dealership they would have charged for sure. So if your car is no longer covered by manufacture dealership warranty, and you are in the San Diego area, take your car to Driven SD. read more

Had my 2018 330i's clutch replaced here. Also did an oil change and spark plug replacement. The cost estimate and breakdown was extremely fair and the level of service and communication they provided exceeded expectations. They even had the car ready early. I can recommend them to anyone looking for quality bmw service. I will definitely be returning. read more

Driven SD remains the best independent BMW service facility in Southern California. Their new facility off Miramar Rd. is spacious, clean and easily accessible from I15; a short 15-20 minutes from their old El Cajon location. If you own a BMW and are looking for great service you can trust at more than competitive prices, this is the place and Tony is your guy. You will only be disappointed if you came to Driven SD after going to someone else! read more

First time using their services and we are very impressed, and very pleased. They responded quickly to any inquiries I had, scheduled service on the day & time we wanted, and we had our car back within a few hours. Tony at the front desk was direct and helpful. We will be coming back. read more

Driven SD came through for me! My BMW had two major issues and I needed it repaired quickly. From the moment I walked in, I felt comfortable and confident in their assessment, service and prices! I highly recommend them! And shout out to Tony for great customer service!! read more

Always the best! After two previous visits for service, Tony knows who we are and our vehicle. That's great customer service. His prices are so much more reasonable than the local dealer AND he answers the phone! I had a 2:00 appointment for an oil change and wipers. He had a bay open for me & I was on my way in less than 30 mins. I wish all businesses were this good. Try Driven. You won't be sorry. read more

This was my first visit to DrivenSD and it was a very good experience. I reviewed personalized knowledgeable service and fair prices which I was not receiving from the dealer. read more

Driven SD always comes through for me. Great service, friendly environment. The best. read more

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Fast appointment, easy to get to their facility, very nice staff, nice waiting area and quick diagnosis of issue.

I needed some routine maintenance done to my car and Tony took care of. It didn't feel like I was going to get ripped off like at the major dealerships. Respectable business please see Tony whenever you need his help. read more

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Tony and his all-star team at DrivenSD were highly recommended by a fellow BMW owner. I gave them my 2025 G87 M2 and they installed height adjustable springs, spacers, ceramic brakes, along with an oil change. They did an excellent job and will have me coming back for any services or future mods to my car. He only works on BMW's and his crew are highly experienced in this space. Would highly recommend to any BMW owner looking for a reputable mechanic with a very reasonable price. read more

Amazing experience! Tony has that winning combination of kindness paired with knowledge. BMW Pre-purchase inspection was comprehensive and performed without delay, thus allowing us to purchase with confidence. Pay Tony a visit, you won't regret it! read more

Had my 328i oil changed and pull handles replaced in less time than it takes to grab lunch! Great customer service, would highly recommend!!

I highly recommend this place. Service is impecable, the quality of the work is great, and pricing is fair. Tony, the owner, is very personable; able to explain the work accurately and in terms we can understand. Over several months my X3 M40i got installed a new sensor, a new battery, and a new radiator hose. In each of these visits I came away very satisfied with the quality of service. read more

I have trusted Tony at SD Driven with my BMW for 4 years and if I could give him 10 stars I would. I go to him for anything my 2014 BMW needs and he is always there to take my call even when a message pops up on my dashboard and I frantically call him. He takes the time to explain what is needed at each service to keep my car running smoothly and I have never felt like he is trying to upsell me. As any car owner knows finding a good and honest mechanic is priceless & Tony and his team are just that. Recently I had a leak and had my car towed late in the afternoon, he stayed late to fix the issue and I was able to pick up my car on my way to the office the next am. Talk about going above and beyond! If you are looking for a great BMW mechanic look no further! read more

Was able to an appointment within 24 hours notice and was able to get some of the fastest turnaround ever. Very impressive start of what I hope will be a long-term relationship. All these 5-star ratings are no joke. Legit good service here. read more

My first bmw and these guys have made it easy, always taking care of me! Whether it's big repair or an oil change, reasonable and would easily recommend to anyone looking for specialist! read more

Got my car towed here and check out; these guys got it running the next day . Reasonable price and fast response

Tony, was able to help me with my E53 BMW quickly and effectively. He had great communication from beginning to end and through all steps in between. Which is something you want from your trusted mechanic. He did great work and no up-charge or unnecessary work. Which is something we can all appreciate. It was truly a pleasure to work with Tony for the solution to my cars woes. He diagnosed my problem quickly utilizing his arsenal of expert troubleshooting skills and tools. Also remember kids BMWs are all about preventive maintenance so take care of your cars, cause if you are repairing them after they fail then you better open up that wallet and it's too late. As an aircraft mechanic I know what it takes to keep things flying. Went to Tony's shop because I didn't have time to do the work myself or the necessary BMW specific tools to go much further like he does. But I'm glad I did cause he is an honest, quick and to the point mechanic. Who I will recommend and trust with the maintenance of my vehicle if the need arises in the future. A+ mechanic and shop that I recommend with confidence. read more

Great service and value. Tony was a pleasure to work with. I will bring my car again to him and his team.

Tony is amazing. Always accurate on his diagnostics. Pricing is very reasonable. Highly recommend to anyone that owns a BMW.

Great prices and service! Professional and helpful during maintenance. Would recommend over going to expensive dealership service.

I called Tony because my 2019 M550 had a waste gate actuator go out. We replaced it with a new one, but couldn't get it calibrated and it was extremely frustrating. I explained the situation and Tony said he would be happy to help, offered me an appointment next day (which I opted out of because of my work schedule), brought it in a few days later on my day off. Tony gave me an initial estimate and updated me with a more accurate estimate once he had the hood up and half the motor out because that's what you have to do pretty much anytime you replace anything with these cars. Tony told me we had actually replaced the wrong waste gate, and was kind enough to calibrate both of them for us and put everything back where it should be! His estimate did not change from there, and a few hours later I got a text from him telling me my car was running great again and ready to pick up! I won't be doing any more diy repairs with this car anymore, just take it straight to Tony. I trust him and I am confident in his work, and we won't be going anywhere else!!! The BMW dealership across the street would have charged us 3X the amount just to replace the part, diagnosis, etc. It's so comforting to know there are still honest mechanics out there who aren't trying to gouge you. Thank you so much again Tony! We will definitely be back! read more

Tony was referred over to me. He provided honest and professional service.. He was able to trouble shoot the issue and provided a quote as well as maintenance items to consider for the future. He runs an efficient shop, my car was done in 2 days! 100% go to Tony if you have a BMW! read more