CJ Foreign Car Service in
Silver Spring Heights (MD)

I was so done with the upselling, weird communication, and disappointing service at the Mercedes dealership, so when a friend referred me to CJ Foreign Car Service, I gave it a shot—and I’m so glad I did. This shop is everything the dealership wasn’t: reliable, transparent, and professional. They use only high-quality European parts and provide honest, expert service every time. I trust them with all my car’s service and repairs. Highly recommend!

Had a great experience bringing my VW Jetta here when the steering suddenly stopped working. They were much cheaper than the dealership who wanted close to $7k for repairs. I appreciate Vlad & his team for making sure my car was at 100% before returning the keys back over. I plan to come back for any other problems I may run into in the future.

This is the only shop I take my car to. Been coming here for years now. Very honest, quality work, excellent customer service, and great communication throughout the whole process. There’s been a few times they could have fixed the issue and just charge me for it but they told me to take it back to the dealership and have them fix it for free. They do it right the first time and always over deliver. Thank you.

These guys provide Top Tier service, going above and beyond to help. My car died 5 minutes away from the shop and they drove out to give my car a jump. They fixed my car and didn’t overcharge me. I 100% recommend them.

Vlad and his team consistently provide good service. He is able to answer all of my questions thoughtfully and respectfully. A 10/10 experience any time my car gives me trouble.

Unquestionably the best autobody I've been to. Very knowledgeable and charge reasonable rates. They were able to fix an issue that the dealership failed to (and for half the price). Always shoot straight and have never overcharged for unnecessary work in the dozen or so times I've taken my car here.

I highly recommend going to CJ Foreign Car Service for any assessment/repairs you need for your European car. I've had nothing but a great experience working with them. They do good work and are both honest and efficient. I also want to specifically shout out Vlad. I unexpectedly inherited my mom's 10 year old Mini Cooper after she passed and honestly wasn't 100% prepared for the cost of maintaining it. It's needed some work and Vlad was very honest with me about what he would do if it was his car if he had some financial constraints. It was a level of honesty that I've personally found is rare in the mechanic/auto care space (sadly). Bottom line: if you're having car troubles and you have a European car, go to CJ Foreign Car Service.

Vlad is a top notch, honest, mechanic. I am currently having an issue with my Volvo hybrid T8 and he took time to understand the problem and diagnose it to advise me of my next steps. I called several shops that cut me off when I mentioned it being a hybrid, they didn't even want to listen to the issue. He really made me feel like we were having a conversation and he was not just trying to fleece me for money. I will be bringing my car here in the future for any other issues. Thanks Vlad and CJ Foreign Car Service!

I have been to 3 places to try to get my car repaired. No one could figure out what was wrong with the engine. Everyone wanted to take advantage of me. CJ Foreign repair fixed the problem very quickly and the cost was very fair. I am very happy !

3/25/24- leaving another review for the best in the auto business! I had my annual car service and knew exactly who to take it to. The work was done efficiently and finished a day early. Great work and another awesome experience. I came across CJ Foreign car service based on their high google reviews and they really lived up to everyone’s comments. I took my Range Rover Velar in for some turbo work and they diagnosed the need and got the work done quickly. Eugene even made the effort to work with my insurance to get coverage sorted out. If you need quality work with professional service…this is your place! CJ Foreign has my business from now on. I only trust them to do car maintenance. I appreciate the respect, integrity and communication especially being a woman and not always getting that treatment. Thanks CJ Foreign team!

Vlad is GREAT! Took my Audi there frequently and saved a lot of money. His knowledge and work quality is supreme. He also doesn't suggest anything that isn't needed and recommends only what will benefit your car (and your pockets).

Very professional and great communication!! I have been taking my Porsche to dealers and a private place in Va for the past 2 years without having issues fully resolved. I wish that I discovered CJ Foreign Car Service earlier! Eugene was great answering questions before my appointment, and during my appointment for an oil change and engine work. Eugene and his team was able to resolve my ongoing problems and the car runs like new! Very competitive, fair pricing which is better than other local shops and dealer.

I have been bringing my cars here for too many years to count. Excellent work on my many BMWs as well as my somewhat cranky Audi that started burning oil like crazy. Totally trust them with my cars. If I’m having an emergency they squeeze me in. Shop has expanded capacity recently and is still super solid and won’t recommend anything you don’t need.

Amazing!! I was driving from PA to DC and my check engine light came on my Range Rover. These guys were nice enough to let me stop in and do a quick scan to make sure my car would be good to drive. They explained everything so well and made me feel very reassured!

I recently had an amazing experience at CJ Foreign Car Service. Their team demonstrated excellent expertise and professionalism when it came to my general car maintenance service. They took the time to explain everything in simple terms, ensuring I understood the work being done. The quality of the maintenance was exceptional, and their customer service was friendly and accommodating. Overall, I highly recommend CJs and look forward to my next scheduled service.

CJ’s Foreign Car is the best place I’ve been for my Audi. They are very thorough with their work and make sure everything is done correctly before you drive off with your vehicle. They were able to correct a major issue I had with my car that many other shops may not have caught all in one day. I will be returning here they do great work and they’re efficient!

Took my newly purchased used Audi to CJ's, after spotting some issues that weren't fixed by the dealer. Not only did they fix my issues, they identified a couple more problems that they fixed. The use of technology to show and explain the issues made it easy for me to identify things I wanted fixed vs things that needed to be fixed. Its hard to find that kind of transparency these days. They stayed in constant contact updating me as they made progress and when it was done, I was able to pick up my car after hours. Definitely bringing my car back here. Great work, all around.

After going to the dealer and a gas station my issue was not resolved . I decided to take a chance on a business in my neighborhood and I am so glad I came here. A special thanks to the crew who worked on my bmw especially to Eugene who went above and beyond repairing my car and getting me back on the road. This shop knows what they are doing. Everything was explained to me and the price was very reasonable. So I am very pleased with the work and the customer service I received. Eugene you rock . I don’t know why the previous mechanics could not resolve my issue ( the car kept cutting off while I was driving or backing up) I recommend bringing your foreign car here if you have problems. Eugene was determined to find out what was wrong with my car. He not only fixed my car but the hot mess the previous mechanic made. If I have any more problems in the future I will definitely come back here and recommend CJ foreign auto to my friends and family. I found myself a new mechanic everybody 😎😎😎

This has to be the best car service I ever had. My dashboard was lit up like a Christmas tree. And I had issues with my door handle. Eugene walked me through the issues I was having with my car. He sent me estimates and even ended up having my estimate decreased by a significant amount. My issues with the car was fixed and completed in a timely manner as well. The customer service was extraordinary. Eugene kept in contact to let me know what was being worked on. I had an EXCELLENT experience at CJ Foreign Car Service. I will definitely recommend to friends and family. CJ foreign you’re the BEST!!!!!!

Vladimir was extremely helpful in my time of need. My son's car was towed in from the dealership and Vladimir completed a thorough inspection of the car. He was honest regarding the diagnosis and the estimate was still quite reasonable although the vehicle was not worth the effort. There was a lot of towing involved and Vladimir was very patient with me. I would recommend their services to anyone in need. Very professional. Thank you for everything.

I've owned many cars and visited many, many repair shops over the past 50 years. Vlad is one of the best mechanics I've ever met. Not just his diagnostic and repair skills, but his willingness to explain problems and look for the best solution. Can't recommend him highly enough.

An honest auto shop with friendly customer service? I'm sure you think such a utopia is impossible, but CJ Foreign Car (because of Vlad) really is that. I got my Porsche serviced here twice after failed repairs at Porsche Bethesda. During my 1st visit, Vlad identified a potentially costly issue (with the catalytic converter), but instead of telling me I had to pay the full amount ($6k) to fix the issue, he looked for cheaper alternatives, and saved me nearly $3k on a solution that still addressed the problem and allowed my car to pass inspection. He totally could have made more money off of me, but he actively didn't. He cared for me personally, and wanted me to get the best deal possible. During my 2nd visit, Vlad identified an issue with my right rear axle. He ordered in the parts to perform the repair, but when he ran into a problem with a parts mismatch (that wasn't his fault), he was forthcoming/honest about it and recommended I bring the car to a dealer instead. Once again, Vlad wasn't out to make money off me, and instead was honest, caring, and wanted me to get the best repair possible (even if it wasn't with him). The labor charges at CJ can't be beat at any other shop I've been to in the DMV area. If you want honest service that cares more about you than making money off you, I highly recommend CJ and Vlad. People like Vlad are a reminder of the good of humanity, and I will continue to use CJ as my go-to auto shop going forward.

My Bimmer is 16 years old and needed some TLC. She got it, but I am debating a multimedia replacement. Professional workmanship at CJ Foreign Car Service. I will be back.

Vlad and his team always do me right when servicing my A3. The prices are fair and they really know their stuff. Whether it’s an oil change or major maintenance, I’ve always left pleased with my experience. While I’ve moved away from the silver spring area, I still make the trip to CJs. A 40 minute drive is well worth the caliber of service they offer.

I highly recommend CJ Foreign Car for servicing your BMW or Mercedes cars. They will diagnose and provide an estimate that is fair and reasonable; I have not been disappointed with any of the services or repairs they have performed on my cars. I have been a customer for decades. They will perform the same repairs the dealer performs at significantly lower costs. The original owner of the shop has passed down a legacy that continues today.

I've been going here for about 3 years and have never been disappointed with the level of service. Vlad and the team have a great understanding of Audi's and consistently find the best (and cheapest) way to do your repair. He's honest and smart, which leads to a reliable, dependable, and well run shop. Highly recommend for german car servicing and repairs.

I took my 2002 BMW 330ci to Vlad last month. Vlad is good, honest, responsive, and knowledgeable mechanic and he a good communicator. He was highly recommended by my friend who took her 5 series here for years. I am kicking myself for not going sooner. When I got there all I saw only BMWs being fixed so I knew I was in the right place. I explained the problems and he wrote them all down. Later in the day he called to explain in detail what he had found, how long it would take to fix and how much is would cost. His price was far below the dealership and what I was expecting. When I got the car back it drove better than it had in months. I am very happy with the service at CJ and I just found my mechanic for life! The shop is in a convenient location in downtown Silver Spring.