2Bennett Audimotive

2Bennett is an authorized APR products installer. Getting the APR programming software modifications installed and purchased was my reason to come here. My sis has a VW GTI and I gave her as a birthday present the APR stage 1 program. It added 50 HP and a ton of pull to the already peppy engine. Now it goes like it has a V8 in it, or at least it feels that way.
Making an appointment was easy and we drove to Davis and got in around 10am. I had my car as well, in case we needed to leave her car. Checked in, no prob and off we go to lunch or just hang out since it was gonna take 1 – 2 hrs total time, including test driving. We come back and it’s all done. Sis tested her car and was all smiles! I drove it too and I’ll sure say that APR install is money well spent for the amount of power gains you get. Easy no problems and easy to deal with staff.
I dunno what low reviews are about as far as service, but we had no problems. Then again, I did call the day before just to confirm… always wise.
We had such a great experience with the APR product and the ease of service, my BF came here as well and installed the same programming in his daily driver Mark V Jetta wagon with the GTI engine as well.

Got the coil over kit for my 1990 Coupe, Andrew listened to how I wanted the car to ride and look, recommended a set up. What a difference, transformed how the car rides and handles, exceeded my expectations. wish I did this years ago, perfect fit, exact instructions. Great service,

I was excited to hear they were open on Saturdays because I work out of state every week. Weekends would be great! So this Saturday I drove two hours to 2Bennett to spend some money. I have a 2013 S4 and i’m interested in making some performance changes. When I got here at 8 o’clock when they say they open I waited for a half hour for the janitor to open the door and he tells me that no one actually works on Saturdays he just opens the door on Saturdays!?! He can’t answer any questions he can’t sell me any products but if I have a car I want to pick up he can hand me the keys. Fuck this place do not come here unless you want to deal with monkeys.

Bottom line: If you value your customer service experience, your time, and getting what you pay for, then find a different shop. This shop doesn’t even get close to a reputable shop like 034 Motorsports. I’ll guess give them one star because my car is running, and another for the wash.
The week long headache began with me bringing my car to them on a Friday afternoon for an inspection. I was told in person my car would be looked at Saturday morning… it was inspected on Monday. I was told that the job to repair a crank position sensor and a heater hose elbow would only take 2 – 3 hours and it would be ready the same day… The repairs took a day and a half, and when I came in to pick it up at the time I was told over the phone, it wasn’t ready. They clearly made me feel like they didn’t give a shit about me nor my car. The customer service was far worse than your local mechanic’s shop, seriously, these guys seemed braindead. Most shops call you to inform you of any progress or when the repairs will be complete, not the story here, you have to fish for information just to know whats going on. The repair estimate went up every time I called them, which was fun. The parts for the repairs could have been bought for roughly $ 120, yet both of the parts came out to over $ 150 each, awesome. Not to mention paying the $ 120/​hr labor rate. What should have been a $ 250 dollar, 30 minute job at most, came out to $ 800,
If I hadn’t been in a rush to get my car fixed, I would have just ordered the parts online and brought them to a mechanic that works on German cars. Clearly the only reason this shop is still in business is because of customers who have never taken the plastics off their engine bay saying that they don’t get «ripped off here!!» and «taking time to explain everything!!» If you have more money than brains, sure give them your business, if you have any common sense, find a better shop.

I’ve come to 2bennet twice now for software upgrades and some minor labor and they have exceeded my expectations both times. Eric made sure I got all the parts I needed and even got the techs to finish my car same day. Again, cannot recommend enough.

My 2005.0 Audi S4 was lowered by a previous owner. I like the way it looks but driving over hard bumps the front tires would bang the wheel wells.
I had new Koni sport shocks installed locally, hoping to fix the problem. Not much improvement though — should have have gone with height-​adjustable coil overs.
Coil overs are expensive though, especially with labor and I did not want to just throw away the new shocks.
2Bennett’s Coil Program system proved to be the answer to my problem and at a very reasonable price (including a generous discount for using my existing shocks).
Their master fabricator built adjustable-​height front coil overs using my new struts and also replaced the factory rear suspension.
Perfect !
The S4 is the same height — as requested — and it drives better than new.
Even here in San Francisco, bumps and pot holes are no problem.
Handling that was very good before is now excellent.
Big fun !
I’m lucky to live only an hour and a half away and will gladly drive to Davis in a few weeks so 2Bennett can handle my ‘fix it’ list.
Thanks guys.

I drive all the way from San Francisco to have these guys take care of my Audi A-​4, 2005. They are as PROFESSIONAL as you can be, and TAKE THE TIME TO EXPLAIN EVERYING BOTH BEFORE AND AFTER SERVICE.
I had that gruesome my-trunk-won’t-close-intermittently problem, and a little internet research convinced me that the fix would be pretty standard, so they ordered the part without seeing my car (I paid by credit card via phone) and when I got the car there, the fix was less than an hour at their VERY REASONABLE LABOR RATE.
Unlike the Royal Motor Car Audi dealer in San Francisco, who quoted me almost $ 800 for the 75,000 mile service, 2 Bennett JUST DID THE NECESSARY THINGS and not the overkill. I needed a smog certificate (found out just 2 days before my appointment with 2Bennett) and THEY FIT THAT INTO THE SCHEDULE. Then they replaced my old windshield wipers at a price far less than retail for the part, and only took (and billed) a tenth of an hour to do that add-​on.
When I left, they patiently explained the importance of oil changes every 5000 miles from now on, at what mileage I should get the rear brakes checked based on their inspection, and what might be coming up in terms of major repairs after my current extended warranty runs out — and advised getting another extended warranty if I could.
I am so happy with them and their willingness to share information so that I can keep my car running well.
By the way, the trunk, which I had been calling «the #$#$&*# trunk», now works perfectly.
I LOVE THESE GUYS. If you are a woman who has felt ripped off by auto repair folks in the past — you’ll love them too. And they’ll give you a lift into downtown Davis and recommend a nice restaurant for lunch, and pick you up after the service is done too. What’s not to love?

Went back here not too long ago to swap out the swap grille for a different one. Again, excellent work, fair quote, and a job well done. I can’t recommend this place enough.

You can’t go wrong at 2bennett, the labor rate is way better than the dealerships. The know how of the technicians there is well warranted, and they are paid by an hourly rate instead of flat rate which means they will spend more time on your vehicle to fix it right the first time. They know their stuff and can do just about anything that you could want to a VW/​Audi. Had them change my clutch for me because i didn’t want to do it myself, flawless job. :)

This shop is awesome! I’ve had to get my Audi worked on many times and at many different dealerships. Ken and Andrew are amazing and treat me like im part of the family. Their shop rates are amazingly cheap for the service they provide ($ 85/​hr?). Ive had quotes from the dealership for around $ 850 get completed for less than $ 250 at 2Bennett. Only complaint is that it takes a while to get your car when you go to pick it up.

Love your Audi? Let Andrew and Ken give it the attention it deserves.
My Audi S6, «Wolf im Schafpelz», runs hard and fast and gets service from the only place I have grown to trust. Really, I spend less and get more with 2Bennett than any bay area Audi mechanic. e.g. The Audi dealer in Burlingame left me stranded without my car for 2 months! Now, for oil changes (synthetic amsoil) and tire service (Nielsens) I keep it local.
Why would I drive 2 hours to Davis for car repair? An honest quote, excellent work, and more than my money’s worth in satisfaction. How’s that for some nice words about a car repair shop. What’s more is I only have to do it once every four years because they do all the things that make my Turbocharged teutonic rocket go vroooooom, and they do it right.
So, if you own an Audi, and you love your car then bring it here… especially if you want some customization. These are the guys to call when you need a chip to go faster, better brakes, tuned suspension, or just about anything that’ll make an A, S, or RS Q better.