HORRIBLE!!! And I was just trying to get a quote to purchase! Basically rude from the start. And despite listing the part on their site I was told what I wanted was discontinued and I'd have to piece the parts together to get what I wanted. They sure don't want any new business... I had to clarify I'm not buying junk and just wanted a quote on a tuning, but then was told its included in the supercharger kit... Treat me like I am dumb but the real idiot is their sales team... NEVER SHOP HERE! read more

We have taken 3 porsches here over the years and every time the service is worse. My partner is too nice to write a bad review so here it goes, starting with the most recent... We just sold one of our antique cars and went to get a small fix done at TRE before we hand it off to the buyer. They washed it and left water spots everywhere! It is an antique car with antique paint! We just spent hundreds to get it detailed and are scrambling to fix it! Prior to this they had the car for weeks with excuse after excuse for not getting around to fixing bigger issues (Wanted to list for sale 3 months ago). The other porsche we have they were not even able to fix. It has been my experience that the a big red flag is the more cars a place has sitting on their lot, the longer you will have to wait and the more you will get charged. Again, each visit seems to get worse. I agree with other reviewers that if you do not value your time and like being overcharged, this is your place. read more

Dave & Penny are a top notch team always servicing my classic Porsche part needs with the flexibility of a family owned business but fully, professional feel. A personalized and bespoke touch adds value, working through the idiosyncrasies of today's landscape in tariff environment. Dave can access hard to find parts for our projects. Despite some things living outside our control, Dave's professional and positive attitude brings value to the overall experience and he does business with integrity which is paramount in the relationships I've built. I've been going to TRE for my needs for many years and will continue to do so for many more. read more

I took my Porsche targa turbo into TRE because there was an issue with the vehicle starting that my mechanic wasn't able to figure out after over a month of effort. I also asked him to sort out my engine and transmission and any other parts since the vehicle had been sitting for years. He was able figure out the issue and sort out everything on a quick timeline. I finally drove the car today and let me tell you it starts immediately, runs perfectly, and is an absolute beast. The owner Dave is an absolute gentleman that is an expert with these vehicles. I'm happy I trusted him to sort out my ride. read more

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I can't begin to thank TRE enough. These guys are so knowledgable. They fixed my 930 Turbo by "knowing" to look at a couple of relays, that ended up being the issue. Saved me from a full spark plug replacement cost somewhere else I was going to do. Thank you so much TRE. I'll be back for sure. read more

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I haven't yet brought my Porsche into TRE for service, but I want to give kudos to TRE simply from the fact that I wandered into their office to inquire about working on my 40 year old 944, and Dave met me when I wandered in late, and he immediately knew about the idiosyncrasies with my old car. I felt right at home when I entered their driveway and they had 944's in for service. A big part of good quality auto repair is how the owner/technicians discuss your car and make you feel! read more

I have been taking my cars to TRE for 23 years now. EACH time the vehicle comes back fixed right the first time and there are no mystery charges. The shop is clean, well organized and most importantly they have the latest diagnostic equipment. Most shops use the generic Snap-On ODB2 scanner but TRE uses Porsche specific equipment. While most shops are closed on Saturday Dave himself was there to receive my Cayenne as it was flatbedded to the shop. My emails were responded to quickly and the vehicle was done in one day. My vehicle is running BETTER than it did before and also seems to have more power. Over the years Dave has taken care of my Porsches AND Audis and I have been extremely happy with the service TRE provides, they are knowledgeable and most importantly HONEST. read more

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Shysters. Be careful. First service is great then they get you after that. Dave gets away with his calm attitude and old age. There's a reason there are over 50 cars sitting in the back. Come on TRE don't act like you guys are innocent. I wasn't gonna do this but you guys pushed me. Not all customers are stupid. read more

Stopped in TRE last week for the boxster brake upgrade kit for my 911 SC, Dave was so helpful with his wealth of knowledge and putting together the kit for me. Always look forward to working with TRE, have had the pleasure of working with them for years on my cars. read more

I should sue them. It's been 2 years since I had them rebuild my '72 2.4l motor, '64 356 motor, 915 transmission. BUT, they took nearly a year and a half to do the work - no matter how much I urged, it still took that long. Suffice it to say that these repairs were well over 40K. From the moment I picked them up, there were problems. First, I ran out of gas on the 101, 4 miles from the shop, but that is the least of the problems. The 911 has been to 3 other shops looking for this to be fixed, that to be tuned better, take care of that other problem since leaving TRE. Currently it is at Rothsport having the motor dropped and transmission. Dave and his guys claim to know all about what each year of each model need to be period correct along with what mods work well with each other. Nope. SO MANY THINGS were done wrong it's incredible. They replaced og parts with crap chinese pieces and didn't replace things that needed to be replaced. Motor mounts for instance, I mean come on! The MFI's were not tuned correctly, the roller rockers were not tightened, the ignition was left og and unadjusted, the pistons are too small for the bores, so it smokes until up to temp when they expand to make compression, didn't replace the engine seal allowing all of the hot air up into the compartment, the motor misses and knocks no matter the temp, etc. Every conceivable place for a leak to happen currently is leaking. I lose so much to the floor and have coated the new exhaust. The transmission was from him a few years earlier. When the motor was being rebuilt, I had them find out why 3rd was so loud and fix yet more leaks. Was supposed to be warrantied. Nope, add another 1500$ for that fix. Now at Rothsport, they need to disassemble the entire box because the tail shaft seal was cheap and not installed correctly. This resulted in my new friction plate being saturated with oil and not 'letting go' of each year (shifts like crap). The list is so long. I have only driven the car 1200 miles as it needs constant attention or is actually in the shop. I have spent 8k since leaving TRE trying to fix their mistakes. The 356 has about 800 miles on it since TRE and seems to run ok. They made the same poor decisions for the year and spec. Main issue is so much leaking from the motor and transaxle. Dave will make you think it will be done quickly and right. Neither will likely be true. THEY ARE NOT AN ENGINE SHOP! Avoid them at all costs. read more

I ordered a 911 backdate kit from Dave last year. When I drove down to pick it up, he said he didn't have the turn signal housings in stock, but would get them within a month and ship them directly to me. He seemed like a stand up guy with a big legit business so I paid in advance for them and assumed it would be fine. That was about a year ago now. I've called and emailed several times and have been told over and over again that they're out of stock, on order, almost here, etc. I think it's a simple case of him not caring about me as a customer because he already has my money. Kinda sad. I'm tired of calling and emailing and begging for the parts they owe me. I definitely would not recommend ordering from TRE. read more

Honestly if you want the truth these guys are crooks and very dishonest people. Don't let Dave Fool you with his tour of his shop because it definitely did me. They have mostly old clients who don't care to get ripped off. They quoted me $8905 and kept my car for over a month to tell me what was wrong. I should of read others reviews. Got my car back from another shop and only cost 3600 I will post the pics. He said my car needed a engine out service due to a transmission seal leak completely wrong it was my rack pinion 750 dollars to rebuild. Ac not working he said major job a joke of a guy was a Ac controller that went bad and got one off a car with warrant my 850 dollars. I don't mind spending money but $8905 compared to 3600 you go figure. I hope my Review honestly helps others. Most people In the industry say he should retire. You can make money but to shaft people not a moral thing to do. read more

Really terrible experience. They misdiagnosed my car completely, racked up $2,600 in expenses for an unnecessary repair (replaced the differential on my 996 turbo when it just needed a new bushing). MORE IMPORTANTLY: they racked up 140 miles on my odometer. Any explanation for this? BEWARE OF GOING TO TRE MOTORSPORTS. Also, please be careful when dealing with a kid there named "Amir" (I think that's how you spell it). What a horrible experience... read more

I was looking for a new shop/mechanic to work on my Porsche. I did as much research as possible.. Pelican Parts Forums, Rennlist, Yelp, so I decided to give TRE Motorsports a shot at my business. I really really wanted to like these guys. They were local and came with some good recommendations from the boards. I stopped in to check out the place, told them the issue I was having and took a quick tour of the garage. They were nice, informative, and heck, there were a lot of Porsche's there so I thought, yep these could be my guys! Now I know fixing these babies is not always an exact science however you would think a top notch shop wouldn't have to play the "It could be this, this or this, or even that" game. You don't want to be the open wallet for a mechanic to use as his trial & error ATM. And then not even be successful at fixing the problem after multiple charges. They replaced a part that was needed but failed to properly diagnose and fix the problem, even though they said they tested the vehicle and they weren't able to experience the problem again. The problem still existed. I had asked them to look at another issue and when they couldn't give me at least a decent pinpoint as to what was causing the issue, that was a big part of my declining confidence in using them for this repair or any in the future. The nail in the coffin for me was when I got home, I noticed that parts were not placed back to their proper position... plastic coverings, carpeting, and a socket unplugged. Now when I get the call that my car is ready, I would think the mechanic or service manager would make sure it was READY. They did offer to put things back properly if I wanted to stop back by but that was not an option I chose to pursue. Like I said, I really wanted to like these guys and have a relationship with them to repair and service my Porsche but if this is how they present themselves to a potential new longtime customer... I'm out. My goal is not to slam TRE Motorsports but to give you a review of my experience. Maybe you will have better luck? read more

If you need top-notch service, repair, or parts, you need look no further. TRE should be your only choice. I have been using TRE for the past seven years and have always been met with the highest degree of professionalism and service. read more

Dave and crew built my car from the ground up and I couldn't be happier. I highly recommend TRE Motorsports. read more

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This shop has always had a great reputation for top-notch service, and my experiences there have been superb. Ironically, much of the work that they have been doing for me is "fixing" the repairs from a previous shop that I once used in Burbank. I highly recommend these guys. Dave & Jeremy are extremely knowledgeable and have always treated me fairly on price too! They also don't shy away from modified or tuned cars. My 1985 turbo is a gray market car from Porsche's Special Wish program, and they just take it all in stride, modifications and all:) I highly recommend TRE Motorsports! read more

TRE Motorsports is the premier shop for all your Porsche needs (they also work on other imports such as Audi, BMW, Mercedes, VW, etc.). These guys truly care about the quality of work that they perform and satisfying the customer. From a simple oil change to building the perfect track car, this is the place to go. read more

New to Porsche, but not new to classic cars by any means, I turned to TRE Motorsports in March after acquiring my 1973 914. There was a lot of work to do to bring the car up to snuff, and I've been very happy with the professionalism, great work and value I've received from Jeremy and Dave. I can't find words to explain how my car feels like it just came off the assembly line - I had no idea that something 40 years old could perform as well as this car has under the guidance and fine-tuning provided by Jeremy. I would not hesitate to take a new project to them, and plan to continue to use TRE Motorsports for any repairs needed on the 914 moving forward. They know their stuff. read more

I wish I'd started bringing my 1997 993 Cabriolet here a long time ago! Dave and Jeremy are great. You can tell right away they're passionate about Porsches and they really know what they're doing. And they do it well and for a fair price. read more

Dave and Jeremy at TRE have been a great help with my '73 911 restoration project. The shop has everything from the newer 911's, classic restorations and all out racers so I am sure they can cover any needs. Beyond just being a shop, TRE manufacturers and stocks plenty of performance parts for your RS, RSR, ST, etc. builds. read more

What can I say other than the best Porsche service center in Socal - Dave, Jeremy and the team do an amazing job.

Given my druthers, this will be the only place I will ever take my beloved Boxster. Jeremy and Dave are honest, enthusiastic about their work, knowledgable, kind, and honest (that's so important that I listed it twice). I highly recommend them to anyone for all their Porsche needs. read more

They were awesome. From the young lady in the front to the guy that worked on my car (Jeremy). I was looking for someone to work on my 2006 porsche cayenne S. They got all the things I wanted done in under 24hrs. Jeremy also called a few times through out the day to let me know how things were coming along. That was very cool! Way less then I had been quoted by other places. I will be going back for any and all of my future car needs. read more

Been going to these guys for 6-7 years. Good team of mechanics and you get treated like an individual, which is a nice change from the dealership. Plus, TRE works on everything from the newest Porsches back to the 356 era. Don't try going to a dealership with anything more than 5-6 years old. Their specialty is performance, so if you want to improve your handling, power, interior or even bodywork, TRE will handle it. Yes, they are friends now, but they started out being just a shop for me. That's the kind of place it is. Many of the cars they've built have earned national fame through Excellence and other Porsche publications. And for good reason. read more

I'm a little behind in my review; it's been a year since I made my first visit to TRE to get a thorough lookover on my '06 Boxster S. Being female, I know all too well how shops treat women. I actually know a fair amount about cars; I used to work at a performance shop (non-Porsche) in my younger years, but sadly, I just don't really have the time (nor motivation) to work on my own cars anymore since I'm well into my career. Weird... as the years went by, getting dirty and greasy was just so not appealing anymore. But I digress... When something is wrong with my car I usually know or have a good idea what it may be, so when shop guys try to give me the old speil about what I need to repair or my life is in danger, I usually just smile and mentally note not to visit them anymore. So last year, when I needed to have basic maintenance done I gave TRE a call. There was no selling me on anything and they spoke very matter-of-fact, and I really appreciated it. I was very pleased with them on the phone. I brought my car in early one morning, and took possesion of it early the next day. Everyone was polite as I paid, and when I made it out to my car, they had dusted off my car (relatively clean) and cleaned my wheels (super dusty/dirty)! OK, so it wasn't a full-on auto detail, but it was a pleasant surprise. Thanks to all the guys at TRE! I'll be visiting them soon for my second visit and oil change. Though I'm well under mileage, it's been a year so i'm due and they earned my business! read more

Dave Bouzaglou's TRE Motorsports is top notch. I have had nothing but good experiences with Dave and his shop. He hires great mechanics who are very good and very dedicated to Porsche cars. I started going to TRE Motorsports in 2007. Since then they have serviced two different 993 street cars, a 993 race car and a 944 race car. Dave is my go-to guy for all my Porsche needs. He is fair, honest, thorough and most importantly very knowledgeable about all things Porsche. read more

hello everyone i just took my 2014 911 did an up grade the dealer was impress thats all i got to say now my 911 is a head of its time

Hi I met Dave over 2 years ago at TRE Motorsports. After visiting his shop, I immediately purchased an original set of RS Rear fender flares Dave had stored for a future car/client. After my visits and a few calls and emails I knew Dave & his shop was where I need to take my 1974 911 to bring her back to life. Dave was easy to talk to and was a genuine Porsche guy through and through! I had recently bought the car from the 2nd owner who had owned it for over 33 years but had neglected her the last 10 plus years. My goal was to build a RS/ST 1974, Dave helped me with the process and shared his extensive depth of knowledge on what needed to be done. Dave helped source the right parts, welded the new wider rear fender flares, fabricated & installed fiberglass bumpers & ducktail & ensured top notch fit. During our restoration we upgraded to a newer 3.2 motor & transmission. Dave & his team have a wealth of knowledge, expertise & parts. It was a real pleasure working with Dave, always professional & delivering on his promise. The work is excellent and prices were fair. I highly recommend anyone to go see Dave/TRE and see how he can help with your project car or simply for routine maintenance. read more

Dave and his team are quite simply the best for repairing my classic Porsches. I would not go anywhere else.

Great place, these guys are the pros! My Porsche needed a ton of work, I had it towed there late on a Thursday and it was ready by early Tuesday. Feels like a brand new car and I swear they returned it to me cleaner than it was before it was towed. The rate was more than fair too. I'll definitely be coming back the next time my baby ain't running right! read more

This review can't speak to their shop, but I am speaking about how awesome Jeremy has been. I've been doing an exhaustive search for a 996. I've closed in on the one I wanted and need to get a PPI on the car. Jeremy spent the better part of 20 mins on the phone with me walking me through everything. He's a scholar and a gentleman and I really appreciate him taking time out of his day to thoroughly explain all the potential issues as well as what I can expect in general. When I get my PPI done, Jeremy will be the person I use and TRE will be my shop once I have my keys in hand. read more

Have always had great service, been honest and trustworthy. I strongly recommend TRE for Porsche repairs and service.

i wanted a corner balance, but i guess they don't like my Nissan kind around there.

I first ran into TRE Motorsports in late 2011 when I was rebuilding to factory specification, a 1974 911 which was discovered to be the earliest known G-Series American-delivered 911 still on the road today (PCA certification). TRE restored the car to the point that it was selected as the coupe example for the Porscheplatz at Rennsport IV. Since then, TRE has continued to care for that car. Additionally, Dave, President of the company helped me to located a 1972 911T with original factory black paint that I bought. It had no engine. After I located an original 2.4 liter mfi engine, Dave helped me with a build sheet to develop an engine for the car with 2.9 liter pistons and barrels and all the modifications necessary to create an RS/RSR specification engine. The idea was to maintain all of the original factory look, paint, and interior while upgrading the brakes and suspension to match the power of the new engine. A brilliant job was done. Today, TRE continues to maintain the car which continues to look stock, but runs and performs like an R-Gruppe car. I recommend TRE to the new Porsche owner and the veteran Porsche owner alike, after nearly five years of experience with them. read more

These guys are the best. I've been driving Porsches for over 20 years both throughout the States and in England, which means I've worked with several different Porsche service and repair shops. These guys are masters at what they do. They know their stuff and diagnose problems, thinking through each possibility and issue. Once the problem is fixed, it is fixed. I had to have the gaskets in my 1990 Carrera replaced. They had the car for a few months and it came back to me with incredible performance and gave me a confidence about the reliability of the car. They were right on the mark in terms of time and budget. The service couldn't be better. On several occasions Jeremy took me in the back, showed me exactly what what going on with my car and even took me into the part room to explain to me what was going on with a part in my car which was not visible (part was still buried deep inside the engine). Jeremy always answers every question and curiosity I have about any and all Porsches with patience and insight. They've driven me all the way home on a few occasions; invited me to join the Porsche community and are just the most honest and nicest people to know. Dave and Buzz always offer a warm welcome and wisdom about the finer points of the Porsche which only comes after years of owning and driving them. I highly recommend these guys for any performance automobile work you may require. read more