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At Avus Autosport in Glendale we get up and go to work each day just for the thrill of bringing Porsche, BMW, and Mini Classic cars roaring back to life. From small late model auto repairs to big chops or complete OEM overhauls, at Avus Autosport in Glendale we've got the expertise to get the job done right. Stop by Avus Autosport at 312 Vine St in Glendale or call for an appointment or tow at 818-500-7663.






30/60/90K Mileage Maintenance
As time goes by, various auto repair and maintenance needs come up at different intervals. Most manufacturers recommend car maintenance in intervals of 30,000 miles. This is the 30/60/90K mile schedule (issued by the manufacturers to car owners). Trust the experts at Avus Autosport to keep you on schedule, and help you preserve the condition of the vehicle, optimize its performance, and increase its resale value. The 30/60/90K service includes the following:

  • Fluid replacements
  • Oil and Filter changes
  • Tire rotation, spin balance, and pressure adjustments
  • Inspection of parts and systems - gears, tires, brake pads, belts, hoses, etc.
  • With higher mileage: spark plugs, belts, timing belts when applicable

AC Repair and Replacement for Classic Cars and Trucks

Do you want a custom AC system? Tired of suffering from a hot car cabin because r12 is no longer available?

Come to Avus Autosport to repair or replace your classic car's old R12 AC system. Upgrading the AC on a classic car requires rebuilding the entire AC system plus important pressure testing to ensure your vehicle cabin stays cool and meets modern standards. When you come to Avus Autosport in Glendale you will find professional mechanics that have the expertise to diagnose, repair, or replace your classic car or truck's AC system.

Belts
A fan belt, also known as a drive belt, is a belt connecting your car's engine to the front mounted accessories. The fan belt rotates the water pump and engine fan, which maintains a cool environment for the engine and its components. Sooner or later, your vehicle's fan belts will dry out and crack. When you are ready for a replacement you can count on Avus Autosport for all your vehicle's repair needs.

You not only have to get the belts replaced with quality ones but you should have the work done by experts. To have the belts replaced by auto cooling and heating experts - and get your car driving right - visit Avus Autosport today. The mechanics at Avus Autosport will thoroughly inspect your car's belts; replace all worn belts; and adjust the installed belts.

Brake Systems for Classic Cars

Brake systems on older classic cars can be upgraded to safer more modern systems. Classic brake drums are far less effective at stopping a car than caliper and rotor style brakes. Get critical safety upgrades for a classic car at Avus Autosport. From drums to power discs, rotors, calipers, and pad upgrades we've got you covered. Make stopping your classic truck or car more effective in rain or perfect driving weather.

Bumper to Bumper Classic Car Detailing

Cloudy, foggy, discolored, or yellowed headlights? No problem! We can get your classic car's headlights looking like new.

At Avus Autosport in Glendale we offer deep gloss and durable wax finish that includes detailed car wash, undercarriage wash, and hand towel dry. For tough scratches, tar, and other imperfections, get a high-speed polish with rubbing compound to remove scratches. Trust Avus Autosport to gently vacuum your interior and wash plastic or rubber mats.

Get ready for a classic car show with a deep carpet shampoo. We will fully clean and condition the dashboard, instrument panel, center console, and door panels. With Avus Autosport classic car detailing, get windows and a windshield so clean they look as if they are not there. Add Wheel Brite, whitewall cleaner, and tire dressing that will leave your wheels ready for any classic car show.

Check Engine Light
No one likes to see their car's "Check Engine" light come on. The light could mean a costly problem, like a bad catalytic converter, or it could be something minor, like a loose gas cap. At Avus Autosport, we can pull the code and diagnose the problem for you. Give us a call at 818-500-7663 or stop by the shop for our expert assistance.

Classic Car Exhaust and Fuel Systems

From 1970 Challengers to a 426 Hemi with fuel injection, at Avus Autosport our professional mechanics know their way around the engine and fuel system of rebuilds and older makes and models. Classic cars need fuel mixture analysis and fine-tuning of the fuel intake system including fuel pump replacement, fuel lines, and gauge replacement. We specialize in adding custom exhaust, and pipe and converting fuel intake systems for classic cars. For "No Mods" classic car enthusiasts we can help restore classic car intake manifolds and headers to their original condition.

Classic Engines and Transmission Rebuilds and Replacements for Classic Cars

Transmission flushing is probably the most common and important maintenance item for classic cars and trucks. From the old school, tune-ups and valve jobs to new replacement transmissions and crate engines, Avus Autosport in Glendale has everything a classic car needs to run at its best. Go OEM or get modifications to upgrade clutches, differentials, and driveshafts.

Cooling System and Heating System Repairs

Need a cooling and heating system repair or upgrade? At Avus Autosport we can help you keep every auto part the same as it was when your car rolled off the manufacturing line or help you upgrade to aftermarket parts. Our professional mechanics have the expertise to diagnose problems with your classic car or truck's, radiator, electric fan, hoses, or thermostat. If you need a total core replacement, aluminum radiator, or cooling system upgrade, at Avus Autosport we can install OEM replacements or do a total custom system build.

Factory Recommended Service/Maintenance
Automotive and auto parts come with a factory recommended service and maintenance schedule. The manufacturer will tell you how often to service or replace an auto part. At Avus Autosport, we offer factory recommended service/maintenance. Our highly skilled auto mechanics offer comprehensive knowledge and experience. At Avus Autosport, all your factory recommended service/maintenance needs are handled with the latest diagnostic equipment. Remember, we work on all American and imported vehicles (either diesel or gas engines).

Hard to Find Parts

Avus Autosport has been finding hard-to-find parts for classic cars and trucks since 2001. Hard-to-find engine, brake and suspension parts that have been discontinued by automakers can now be quickly sourced and installed in your car by our mechanics. From reproduced or refurbished fuel pumps, water pumps, and pistons, Avus Autosport can find and install everything you need. Get auto repairs using auto parts that still have original fit and function. If you are looking for classic car parts we are your source!

Headlight and Bulb Replacement
To maintain maximum visibility (and keep you safe), you should always make sure that your vehicle's headlight bulbs are in good working condition. Although replacing faulty headlight bulbs is a simple and quick process (takes very little time), you need to rely on an experienced auto mechanic to handle your headlight and bulb replacement. This way, you will have quality bulbs installed by experts. Remember, it is a critical part of your car's maintenance and your safety. For all your headlight and bulb replacement needs, call or visit Avus Autosport today.

Hoses
Hoses transfer coolant and antifreeze throughout the engine's cooling system (including the radiator). Sooner or later, your vehicle's hoses will dry out and crack. When you are ready for a replacement you can count on Avus Autosport for all your vehicle's repair needs.

You not only have to get the hoses replaced with quality ones but you should have the work done by experts. To have the hoses replaced by auto cooling and heating experts - and get your car driving right - visit Avus Autosport today. The mechanics at Avus Autosport will thoroughly inspect your car's hoses; replace all worn hoses; and adjust the installed hoses.

Oil, Lube, and Filter
To keep running smoothly, your car highly relies on oil, lube, and oil filters. Oil helps in lubricating, cooling, and cleaning the internal engine components. With time, motor oil becomes contaminated. Your car needs an oil, lube, and filter change every three months (or 3,000 miles). When it is time for a lube, oil, or filter change, take your vehicle to Avus Autosport in Glendale, CA 91204.

Suspension and Steering

Convert a classic car's manual steering to power steering. Adjust the quick ratio of an old classic car to feel like the ratio of a modern sports car. At Avus Autosport we know classic car enthusiasts in Glendale demand more from their high-performance cars and trucks. When you turn a corner on Glendale streets your front wheels pivot on steering knuckles connected to the steering rack. Years of wear and tear means replacing the tie rods, leaf springs, or coil springs to restore your vehicle's ability to release energy when your car or truck is in motion. Go low profile and replace stock springs with lowering springs that offer more coils in a condensed stack.

Towing

Need A Tow? For your classic car or truck, we can provide transportation to our shop.

Tune-Ups for Classic, Muscle and Vintage Cars

Oil changes on classic cars and trucks are an important part of any tune-up. Come to Avus Autosport to get an oil change that has the right filter and oil for your classic car or truck. At Avus Autosport we specialize in emissions tuning for late model performance engines and offer bolt-on modifications for muscle and vintage car tune-ups.

30/60/90K Mileage Maintenance
As time goes by, various auto repair and maintenance needs come up at different intervals. Most manufacturers recommend car maintenance in intervals of 30,000 miles. This is the 30/60/90K mile schedule (issued by the manufacturers to car owners). Trust the experts at Avus Autosport to keep you on schedule, and help you preserve the condition of the vehicle, optimize its performance, and increase its resale value. The 30/60/90K service includes the following:

  • Fluid replacements
  • Oil and Filter changes
  • Tire rotation, spin balance, and pressure adjustments
  • Inspection of parts and systems - gears, tires, brake pads, belts, hoses, etc.
  • With higher mileage: spark plugs, belts, timing belts when applicable

AC Repair and Replacement for Classic Cars and Trucks

Do you want a custom AC system? Tired of suffering from a hot car cabin because r12 is no longer available?

Come to Avus Autosport to repair or replace your classic car's old R12 AC system. Upgrading the AC on a classic car requires rebuilding the entire AC system plus important pressure testing to ensure your vehicle cabin stays cool and meets modern standards. When you come to Avus Autosport in Glendale you will find professional mechanics that have the expertise to diagnose, repair, or replace your classic car or truck's AC system.

Belts
A fan belt, also known as a drive belt, is a belt connecting your car's engine to the front mounted accessories. The fan belt rotates the water pump and engine fan, which maintains a cool environment for the engine and its components. Sooner or later, your vehicle's fan belts will dry out and crack. When you are ready for a replacement you can count on Avus Autosport for all your vehicle's repair needs.

You not only have to get the belts replaced with quality ones but you should have the work done by experts. To have the belts replaced by auto cooling and heating experts - and get your car driving right - visit Avus Autosport today. The mechanics at Avus Autosport will thoroughly inspect your car's belts; replace all worn belts; and adjust the installed belts.

Brake Systems for Classic Cars

Brake systems on older classic cars can be upgraded to safer more modern systems. Classic brake drums are far less effective at stopping a car than caliper and rotor style brakes. Get critical safety upgrades for a classic car at Avus Autosport. From drums to power discs, rotors, calipers, and pad upgrades we've got you covered. Make stopping your classic truck or car more effective in rain or perfect driving weather.

Bumper to Bumper Classic Car Detailing

Cloudy, foggy, discolored, or yellowed headlights? No problem! We can get your classic car's headlights looking like new.

At Avus Autosport in Glendale we offer deep gloss and durable wax finish that includes detailed car wash, undercarriage wash, and hand towel dry. For tough scratches, tar, and other imperfections, get a high-speed polish with rubbing compound to remove scratches. Trust Avus Autosport to gently vacuum your interior and wash plastic or rubber mats.

Get ready for a classic car show with a deep carpet shampoo. We will fully clean and condition the dashboard, instrument panel, center console, and door panels. With Avus Autosport classic car detailing, get windows and a windshield so clean they look as if they are not there. Add Wheel Brite, whitewall cleaner, and tire dressing that will leave your wheels ready for any classic car show.

Check Engine Light
No one likes to see their car's "Check Engine" light come on. The light could mean a costly problem, like a bad catalytic converter, or it could be something minor, like a loose gas cap. At Avus Autosport, we can pull the code and diagnose the problem for you. Give us a call at 818-500-7663 or stop by the shop for our expert assistance.

Classic Car Exhaust and Fuel Systems

From 1970 Challengers to a 426 Hemi with fuel injection, at Avus Autosport our professional mechanics know their way around the engine and fuel system of rebuilds and older makes and models. Classic cars need fuel mixture analysis and fine-tuning of the fuel intake system including fuel pump replacement, fuel lines, and gauge replacement. We specialize in adding custom exhaust, and pipe and converting fuel intake systems for classic cars. For "No Mods" classic car enthusiasts we can help restore classic car intake manifolds and headers to their original condition.

Classic Engines and Transmission Rebuilds and Replacements for Classic Cars

Transmission flushing is probably the most common and important maintenance item for classic cars and trucks. From the old school, tune-ups and valve jobs to new replacement transmissions and crate engines, Avus Autosport in Glendale has everything a classic car needs to run at its best. Go OEM or get modifications to upgrade clutches, differentials, and driveshafts.

Cooling System and Heating System Repairs

Need a cooling and heating system repair or upgrade? At Avus Autosport we can help you keep every auto part the same as it was when your car rolled off the manufacturing line or help you upgrade to aftermarket parts. Our professional mechanics have the expertise to diagnose problems with your classic car or truck's, radiator, electric fan, hoses, or thermostat. If you need a total core replacement, aluminum radiator, or cooling system upgrade, at Avus Autosport we can install OEM replacements or do a total custom system build.

Factory Recommended Service/Maintenance
Automotive and auto parts come with a factory recommended service and maintenance schedule. The manufacturer will tell you how often to service or replace an auto part. At Avus Autosport, we offer factory recommended service/maintenance. Our highly skilled auto mechanics offer comprehensive knowledge and experience. At Avus Autosport, all your factory recommended service/maintenance needs are handled with the latest diagnostic equipment. Remember, we work on all American and imported vehicles (either diesel or gas engines).

Hard to Find Parts

Avus Autosport has been finding hard-to-find parts for classic cars and trucks since 2001. Hard-to-find engine, brake and suspension parts that have been discontinued by automakers can now be quickly sourced and installed in your car by our mechanics. From reproduced or refurbished fuel pumps, water pumps, and pistons, Avus Autosport can find and install everything you need. Get auto repairs using auto parts that still have original fit and function. If you are looking for classic car parts we are your source!

Headlight and Bulb Replacement
To maintain maximum visibility (and keep you safe), you should always make sure that your vehicle's headlight bulbs are in good working condition. Although replacing faulty headlight bulbs is a simple and quick process (takes very little time), you need to rely on an experienced auto mechanic to handle your headlight and bulb replacement. This way, you will have quality bulbs installed by experts. Remember, it is a critical part of your car's maintenance and your safety. For all your headlight and bulb replacement needs, call or visit Avus Autosport today.

Hoses
Hoses transfer coolant and antifreeze throughout the engine's cooling system (including the radiator). Sooner or later, your vehicle's hoses will dry out and crack. When you are ready for a replacement you can count on Avus Autosport for all your vehicle's repair needs.

You not only have to get the hoses replaced with quality ones but you should have the work done by experts. To have the hoses replaced by auto cooling and heating experts - and get your car driving right - visit Avus Autosport today. The mechanics at Avus Autosport will thoroughly inspect your car's hoses; replace all worn hoses; and adjust the installed hoses.

Oil, Lube, and Filter
To keep running smoothly, your car highly relies on oil, lube, and oil filters. Oil helps in lubricating, cooling, and cleaning the internal engine components. With time, motor oil becomes contaminated. Your car needs an oil, lube, and filter change every three months (or 3,000 miles). When it is time for a lube, oil, or filter change, take your vehicle to Avus Autosport in Glendale, CA 91204.

Suspension and Steering

Convert a classic car's manual steering to power steering. Adjust the quick ratio of an old classic car to feel like the ratio of a modern sports car. At Avus Autosport we know classic car enthusiasts in Glendale demand more from their high-performance cars and trucks. When you turn a corner on Glendale streets your front wheels pivot on steering knuckles connected to the steering rack. Years of wear and tear means replacing the tie rods, leaf springs, or coil springs to restore your vehicle's ability to release energy when your car or truck is in motion. Go low profile and replace stock springs with lowering springs that offer more coils in a condensed stack.

Towing

Need A Tow? For your classic car or truck, we can provide transportation to our shop.

Tune-Ups for Classic, Muscle and Vintage Cars

Oil changes on classic cars and trucks are an important part of any tune-up. Come to Avus Autosport to get an oil change that has the right filter and oil for your classic car or truck. At Avus Autosport we specialize in emissions tuning for late model performance engines and offer bolt-on modifications for muscle and vintage car tune-ups.

For more information and to explore our classic car services, please contact us at 818-500-7663. You can also request a quote by clicking below:

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What our clients are saying about us

We have established longterm and stable partnerships with various clients thanks to our excellence in solving their automotive needs!

Sandro and his team know their stuff and take personal pride in ensuring things are done right. Hourly rates are a bit higher than what I’m used to, but you definitely get what you pay for. quotes-image
, 04/02/2024
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Took my car in for routine maintenance. Sandro is super helpful and attentive. Great customer service. Extremely clean facility. They were very on top of it. Didn't have to wait all day for my car like other auto shops. Ken worked on my car. Drives great. Definitely recommend. Will be going back for service here, even though it's a drive.quotes-image
, 03/07/2024
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