# Pacific Motorsports Pacific Motorsports provides the highest quality BMW & MINI repairs and services in the Portland area. We are uniquely qualified because we employ highly educated Technicians. ## Pages - [BMW Repair and MINI Repair Portland](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com): Pacific Motorsports provides the highest quality BMW & MINI repairs and services in the Portland area. We are uniquely qualified because we employ highly educated Technicians. - [Portland BMW and MINI Services](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/services): We specialize in BMW and MINI Cooper repair and service, and for over +20 years we have been Portland's premier BMW and MINI auto repair and service shop. - [Specials](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/coupons): Take a look at our Specials. Portland Automotive is dedicated to providing quality services at affordable prices. Use a coupon on your next visit. - [Online BMW & MINI Service Appointments](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/appointments): At Pacific Motorsports we offer a convenient way to request a service appointment for your BMW or MINI online. Only takes a few minutes to complete. - [About Our Portland BMW & MNI Repair Shop](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/about-us): We are Portland’s BMW & MINI dealership alternative since 1996. Our Master-Certified factory-trained staff members are uniquely qualified BMW & MINI experts. - [Got Questions? Contact Us](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/contactus): If you have questions and don't have time for a phone call, we invite you to submit your questions via our contact form. We will happily get back to you promptly. - [Portland BMW & MINI Repair Shop Reviews ](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/reviews): We understand choosing a BMW / MINI repair shop can be tricky. Take a look at what our valued customers have to say about our BMW and MINI repair facility. - [Get Directions to our BMW & MINI Repair Shop](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/directions): Visit our website to get directions to our BMW & MINI repair shop. Just enter your starting address and click 'GO'. Still can't find us? Give us a call! - [Leave Us A Review](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/writeareview): We are always happy to receive feedback from our valued customers regarding their experience with our BMW & MINI repair shop Please, let us know how we did. - [Vehicles We Service](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/vehicles): - [MINI and MINI Cooper Services and Repairs in Portland, OR](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/mini-repair-services): For professional MINI and MINI Cooper services and repairs, bring your vehicle to Pacific Motorsports in Portland, OR. Call now to schedule. - [Energy Efficient BMW & MINI Repair Shop in Portland, OR](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/energy-efficient): When we acquired our building and relocated to our present location in 2004 in PGE’s service area from Pacific Power’s, we requested that our electricity be from 100% renewable power. - [Social](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/social): - [BMW & MINI Pre Purchase Inspections in Portland, OR ](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/pre-purchase-inspections-portland): The Pre Purchase Inspection process here at Pacific Motorsports incorporates our decades of experience, the extensive experience of our factory-trained Master Technicians, and our conservative best practices approach. - [Blog ](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog): Your one-stop destination for quality BMW & MINI Cooper informational articles. If you are looking to learn more about BMWs & MINIs you are at the right place. - [BMW 1-Series Repairs and Services in Portland, OR](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/bmw-1-series-repair-services-portland): Pacific Motorsports provides professional & high-quality BMW 1-Series repairs and services to Portland and Surrounding Areas. Call now to make an appointment! - [BMW 2-Series Repairs and Services in Portland, OR](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/bmw-2-series-repair-services-portland): If you’re looking for attentive professional BMW 2-Series repairs and friendly customer service, look no further than the experts at our full-service BMW auto repair shop. - [BMW 3-Series Repairs and Services in Portland, OR](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/bmw-3-series-repair-services-portland): Pacific Motorsports offers high-quality service and repairs for all BMW 3-Series vehicles to clients in Portland and surrounding areas. Call now to make an appointment! - [BMW 4-Series Repairs and Services in Portland, OR](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/bmw-4-series-repair-services-portland): At Pacific Motorsports in Portland, OR, we are the specialists when it comes to BMW 4-Series repairs and services. - [BMW 5-Series Repairs and Services Portland, OR](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/bmw-5-series-repair-services-portland): BMW 5-Series repair and service in Portland, OR. Let Pacific Motorsports' highly trained and knowledgeable technicians take care of your BMW 5-Series. - [BMW 6-Series Repairs and Services in Portland, OR](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/bmw-6-series-repair-services-portland): If you’re looking for high-end BMW 6-Series repairs and friendly customer service, look no further than the experts at our full-service BMW auto repair shop. - [BMW 7-Series Repairs and Services in Portland, OR](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/bmw-7-series-repair-services-portland): If you’re looking for high-end BMW 7-Series repairs and friendly customer service, look no further than the experts at our full-service BMW auto repair shop. - [BMW X-Series Repairs and Services in Portland, OR](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/bmw-x-series-repair-services-portland): At Pacific Motorsports in Portland, OR, we are the specialists when it comes to all models of BMW X-Series repairs and services, whether gasoline, diesel or hybrid-powered. - [BMW Z-Series Repairs and Services in Portland, OR](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/bmw-z-series-repair-services-portland): At Pacific Motorsports in Portland, OR, we are the specialists when it comes to all models of BMW Z-Series repairs and services. - [Level 1 BMW and MINI Master Technicians in Portland, OR](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/portland-level-1-master-technicians): Part of our Best Practices approach at Pacific Motorsports includes employing the most qualified BMW and MINI technicians. - [BMW Scheduled Maintenance in Portland, OR](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/bmw-scheduled-maintenance-portland): Properly utilizing a BMW scheduled maintenance program has enabled many of our clients to enjoy over 200,000 miles of drama-free driving here in Portland. - [BMW Check Engine Light Diagnostic in Portland, OR](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/bmw-check-engine-light-diagnostic-portland): If your BMW's check engine light is on, bring your BMW to the Level-1 BMW Master Certified Technicians at Pacific Motorsports. Call now to make an appointment! - [The Pacific Motorsports Advantage](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/the-pacific-motorsports-advantage): The factory-trained Level 1 Master Technicians at Pacific Motorsports in Portland, OR have over half a century of history with BMW and MINI automobiles. - [Surveys](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/surveys): - [BMW Oil Change in Portland, OR](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/services/bmw-oil-change): At Pacific Motorsports we use only the finest BMW engineer-approved full synthetic European motor oil and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) filters. - [MINI & BMW Brake Service in Portland, OR](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/services/mini-and-bmw-brake-service): Learn the importance of MINI & BMW brake services using BMW Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) brake parts. Schedule a MINI or BMW brake service today! - [BMW Series / Models We Service](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/bmw-models): We service all BMW models: 1-Series, 2-Series, 3-Series, 4-Series, 5-Series, 6-Series, 7-Series, X-Series, Z-Series at our BMW repair shop in Portland. ## Blog Posts - [Flood Damaged Vehicles](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/flood-damaged-vehicles): Avoid purchasing a flood-damaged car. Learn how to spot the signs and get a pre-purchase inspection from the ASE Certified Master Technicians at Pacific Motorsports in Portland, OR. - [Tips for Driving in the Rain](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/tips-for-driving-in-the-rain): The season of rain, and sometimes snow, is upon us here in the Pacific Northwest, and with it comes an increase in vehicle crashes. While we cannot control the behavior of others, we can control our own, and utilizing safe driving practices is one - [Think Twice Before Drinking and Driving](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/think-twice-before-drinking-and-driving): Please think about it before you start drinking this year. $10,000 is what people have told me they’ve spent on their DUI odyssey. - [Best Practices](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/best-practices): Pacific Motorsports | Portland, OR | BMW & MINI Repair & Service Specialists | The BMW Shop - [Consumer Reports on the Superiority of Independent Auto Repair Shops](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/consumer-reports-on-the-superiority-of-independent-auto-repair-shops): Come see why the focused specialization on BMW and MINI vehicles allow us to provide A Higher Standard of Service at Pacific Motorsports - [Post Purchase Inspection Report](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/post-purchase-inspection-report): Post-Purchase BMW and MINI Cooper Inspections | Portland, OR | Pacific Motorsports are BMW & MINI Specialists and can provide a thorough Post-Purchase Inspection by Level-1 Master Technicians. - [Understanding Condition Based Service (CBS)](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/understanding-condition-based-service--cbs-): CBS is the latest maintenance tracking system BMW and MINI created to manage maintenance items and regular service intervals. The CBS system is checked during every service here at Pacific Motorsports - BMW & MINI Repair Specialists - Portland - [Check Engine Light Code Reading](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/check-engine-light-code-reading): Check Engine Light Code Reading | Why it is important to bring your BMW or MINI Cooper to the Level-1 Master Technicians at Pacific Motorsports for a diagnostic when you encounter a check engine light. - [The Difference Between Customers and Clients](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/the-difference-between-customers-and-clients): At Pacific Motorsports we have clients, valued clients. We value their continued business, or custom, as it used to be known, and they value our respectful professionalism and friendly approach. - [How We Became the First Business in Portland with Renewable Power](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/how-we-became-the-first-business-in-portland-with-renewable-power): Since 2004 Pacific Motorsports has been using renewable energy. Read this article to find out how we became the first business in Portland to do so. - [Why MINI Coopers are Popular](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/why-mini-coopers-are-popular): MINIs, or MINI Coopers, are popular for a number of reasons, and, since we work on many of them, distilling the essence of their popularity to a few common elements may be difficult, but let’s try. - [Importance of Experienced BMW and MINI Technicians](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/importance-of-experienced-bmw-and-mini-technicians): For the best quality service and repairs make sure your BMW or MINI is serviced by experienced BMW and MINI technicians at Pacific Motorsports in Portland, OR. - [What to Do if Your BMW Overheats](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/what-to-do-if-your-bmw-overheats): If your BMW overheats follow these 3 steps. 1.) pull over when safe to do so. 2.) Call a towing service. 3.) Call Pacific Motorsports and tow your vehicle over so that we can diagnose the issue properly. - [Field Testing the Flir TG275 ](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/field-testing-the-flir-tg275): We were approached by representatives of Flir Systems, makers of cutting-edge infrared camera technologies, to test their new hand-held automotive tool, the TG275. Pacific Motorsports was one of three workshops, and the only independent, in the Portland-area invited to participate in the field testing of this new device. - [Driving Older Cars on a Regular Basis](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/driving-older-cars-on-a-regular-basis-in-portland-oregon): Owning and enjoying vehicles 20 or more years old on a regular basis has its own charms and challenges. These cars present a different set of maintenance issues from a 21st Century car, but at the right shop, like Pacific Motorsports, they’re hardly worth mentioning, as we’ve been dealing with them for decades - [Delayed Maintenance on Privately Owned Vehicles in US Reaches $25 Billion](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/delayed-maintenance-on-privatetly-owned-vehicles-in-us-reaches-25-billion): Delayed Maintenance on US Private Vehicle Fleet Reaches $25 Billion. With 278 million cars on the road, that’s around 5 million brake jobs, 7 million worn-out tires and 11 million engines with old, dirty oil. - [Congruence](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/congruence): We often wonder how we look to others and the outside world, and most of us hope that what we put forward is congruent with how we both act and view ourselves. This is such a story. - [October is Car Care Awareness Month ](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/october-is-car-care-awareness-month): October is Car Care Awareness Month and all of us at Pacific Motorsports are here, as always, to help you care for your beloved MINI or BMW - [BMW and MINI Cooling System Problems](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/bmw-and-mini-cooling-system-problems): Lack of heat is often a sign that your BMW or MINI’s cooling system isn’t functioning properly. This can be the first sign that something is wrong. - [Interior Vehicle Water Leaks - Diagnosing & Repairing](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/interior-vehicle-water-leaks): Is water leaking into your vehicle? Get educated on possible water leak causes, diagnosis procedures, and leak repair solutions. Written by a professional. - [Why Does My Steering Wheel Shake When I Brake?](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/why-does-my-steering-wheel-shake-when-i-brake): Shaking Steering Wheel? The main cause of shaking or shimmying of the steering wheel when braking is warped front brake rotors (also called brake discs). - [Sudden Brake Screech](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/sudden-brake-screech): Suddenly screeching brakes are most commonly due to rocks or debris getting lodged within the brake components. - [A Letter to Our Community](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/a-letter-to-our-community): Given the current Stay at Home order from the Governor’s Office, we would like to emphasize that, as a business deemed essential by both the federal Department of Homeland Security and state governments, we remain open. - [Popularity of BMW e30 3 Series](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/popularity-of-bmw-e30-3-series): Let's take a look at what makes the BMW e30 3 Series so popular among BMW enthusiasts. - [Weakened & Dead BMW Batteries](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/weakened-and-dead-bmw-batteries): One of the most obvious and common is a weakened battery. While we’ve seen a lot of no-starts from completely dead batteries, the first sign can often be a long, or slow, crank on startup. - [3 Most Common Reasons Why Your BMW’s AC Isn’t Working](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/3-most-common-reasons-why-your-bmw-ac-is-not-working): 3 most common reasons BMW and MINI air conditioning systems don’t work include - 1. A/C Leak 2. Inoperable Compressor 3. A/C Fan Not Working. - [Edmunds Reports Summer 2020 Increase in Used Car Prices Bucks Historic Seasonal Trends](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/edmunds-reports-summer-2020-increase-in-used-car-prices-bucks-historic-seasonal-trends): Data collected by the online car buying guide Edmunds reports that used car prices of all types of vehicles increased last month. They called it, “an unprecedented historical shift in the used vehicle market, where listing prices typically decrease during this time period due to depreciation.” - [10th Anniversary of Pacific Motorsports Hosting the Z8 Club](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/10th-anniversary-of-pacific-motorsports-hosting-the-z8-club): Ten years ago, in the summer of 2010, we had the pleasure of being the reception hub for the Z8 Club’s annual driving tour. Members had their e52 BMW Z8s shipped directly to Pacific Motorsports, where we received, inspected, stored and serviced them prior to their owners’ arrival in Portland. - [Why Pacific Motorsports uses Total Engine Oil](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/why-pacific-motorsports-uses-total-engine-oil): In summary, we use Total oil because they meet all of BMW's standards and approvals, while offering better protection. - [Covid-19 Protocols & Our Best Practices](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/covid-19-protocals-our-best-practices): At Pacific Motorsports our orientation has always been towards the health and safety of our clients and employees. To that end we engage in the most prudent Best Practices possible. - [Seasons Greetings from Pacific Motorsports](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/seasons-greetings-from-pacific-motorsports): We are thankful, grateful and appreciative for each and every one of you, now more than ever, this year. The shared experience of ... - [Guide to Effective Windshield Defrosting](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/guide-to-effective-windshield-defrosting): Modern cars with integrated climate control, where you can set the cabin temperature at a specific setting, say 72 degrees, utilize both the heat and air conditioning as needed. This makes it easier, and faster, to clear the windshield. - [Covid Driven Causes of Increasing New and Used Car Prices](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/covid-driven-causes-of-increasing-new-and-used-car-prices): Last summer we wrote about used car prices bucking historical trends and holding steady, and even increasing, during the traditional summer ... - [Grateful for Our Vehicles for Escape and Sanctuary During the Pandemic](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/grateful-for-our-vehicles-for-escape-and-sanctuary-during-pandemic): Seventy-three percent of respondents to a TrueCar survey admitted to using their cars to get some alone time away from those they live with during the pandemic. - [Basic Vehicle Maintenance Continues to be Neglected: Hankook Tire Gauge Survey](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/vehicle-maintenance-continues-to-be-neglected): The latest Hankook Tire Gauge Index survey results released in the last 60 days indicate that American drivers continue to neglect the ... - [Celebrating Our 25th Anniversary](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/celebrating-our-25th-anniversary): We are, by nature, an open, friendly and sociable bunch here at Pacific Motorsports, and this last year and a half has challenged us in that ... - [Reducing Our Environmental Impact At Pacific Motorsports](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/reducing-our-environmental-impact-at-pacific-motorsports): We endeavor to be good environmental stewards in everything we do at Pacific Motorsports. It may not be the easiest thing to do, but it’s the right thing. - [26th Anniversary Message](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/26th-anniversary-message): We celebrate our 26th Anniversary in business and 20th under my ownership.These are milestones worth mentioning for at least a couple of reasons. - [Does your air condition system blow warm air?](https://www.pacificmotorsports.com/blog/does-your-air-condition-system-blow-warm-air): We are approaching summer here in Oregon and the outdoor temperature is starting to rise.  Your Mini or BMW air conditioning system rarely ...