Mota Autohaus | BMW repair shop

About Us

Manuel Mota

Manuel Mota

BMW Specialist

Mota Autohaus is an independent repair shop specializing in BMW automotive vehicles.  Manuel has been in the automotive industry for almost 15 years, and is a Level One BMW Master Technician, the highest level certification available.

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We perform all mechanical repairs along with performance upgrades such as:  

  • Brake Repair
  • Engine Performance Check
  • Computer Diagnostic
  • Oil Changes
  • Tune Ups
  • Engine Repair

Contact Us

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4814 5th Ave S.

Birmingham, AL 35222

 

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Mon-Fri
8AM-5PM

  • I have gone to Manny twice now for a 3 series “project” car. He has taken care of every issue (and helped me find other issues we need to service) without failure. I strongly suggest taking your BMW to him because his diagnosis policy alone saves me thousands by nailing EXACTLY what needs to be worked on rather than assuming everything needs to be fixed. He was able to work with me regarding what needed service immediately and what was upcoming in my intervals to allow me time to put back for bigger services coming up. Thankful as heck this man is here to save the day when coolant lines blow astray. Thank you Manny for being Birminghams best BMW service spot. ????️????

    Cam Alexander Avatar Cam Alexander
    October 7, 2024

    Manuel Mota just saved me $5,000! I had my car (a 2008 3 series with 63,000 miles on it) towed to the service department at BMW of Birmingham after it stalled in the middle of an intersection. After they charged me $190 for a diagnostic to tell me that the engine had “locked up” ( it would have costed another thousand bucks to know why) and that I needed a new engine ($18,000 for a new one, $6,000 for a used), I had the car towed to Mota Autohaus to get a second opinion. Manuel quickly assessed that I simply needed a new alternator. He promptly fixed it the day the alternator arrived in his shop and the car is running like new. The cost, $700.00 (he also had to replace all the oil the dealership’s service department had drained). Best, most competent, professional service I have encountered in a long time!

    Dominique Linchet Avatar Dominique Linchet
    February 4, 2020

    Simply the best in Birmingham. If you have a BMW in need of service, this is the place. Manny has super magical special powers including turning dirty oil clean just by looking at it. I’ve personally witnessed him raise E30s from the dead.

    Matt Meinecke Avatar Matt Meinecke
    November 3, 2023
  • Manuel was awesome, very knowledgeable and honest. I had many issues with my BMW that he fixed in a very timely manner and was very fair with pricing. He also gave me recommendations for parts and advice relating to the track. The waiting room is also cool. This is THE place to bring your BMW!

    David Ioffreda Avatar David Ioffreda
    July 9, 2022

    I absolutely recommend him! He is extremely knowledgeable, and honest and took great care of my BMW at completely fair prices.

    Vanessa Cordeiro Avatar Vanessa Cordeiro
    October 27, 2023

    I went to get an estimate & as the owner was checking my trunk (knowing it wouldn't open properly), he slammed the trunk & broke my window. He refused to fix it & laughed in my face. Until I called the police to make a report. Thank God I recorded him admitting he broke my back window.

    Auntie Kim Avatar Auntie Kim
    December 14, 2021
  • Manny is the best!!

    RaJohn Edwards Avatar RaJohn Edwards
    January 23, 2020

    Great customer service. These guys know their cars! I love this place. Family owned and operated, you can’t beat that! My new go-to car place! Thank you!

    Stephanie Ginsburg Avatar Stephanie Ginsburg
    September 12, 2018

    It's a good place to go

    Valerie Harris Avatar Valerie Harris
    November 19, 2021