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European & Import Auto Repair

European & Import Auto Repair

Expert European & Import Auto Repair in Overland Park, South Overland Park, Merriam, Shawnee & Olathe, KS.

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Factory-Trained TechniciansNationwide Warranty on Work PerformedHonest, Photo-Documented EstimatesASE-Certified Technicians
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European and import vehicles reward careful, informed service — and that's exactly what our factory-trained technicians bring to every one.

European and import vehicles are engineered to a particular standard, and they're happiest when maintained to it: the right fluids, the right intervals, and attention to the details that keep them running the way their makers intended. New Concept's technicians are factory-trained to service domestic, import, and European makes, so your car gets the care it was built for — across the many makes we service.

You'll get the same honest, photo-documented estimates and no-pressure approach we apply to every vehicle, plus the reassurance that qualifying repairs are backed by our nationwide warranty on the work we perform. The goal is simple: keep your European or import vehicle reliable and well cared-for, without the dealer runaround.

How It WorksComponent Explorer

Categories of European & import service

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Scheduled maintenance

Factory-interval oil, fluid, and filter service done to the specifications these vehicles require. Staying on the correct maintenance schedule is one of the biggest things you can do to keep an import reliable and protect its value.

02

Brakes

Pads, rotors, and hydraulics serviced and measured to spec. European brake systems are often sized for the way these cars drive, so the right parts and a proper measurement matter more than a one-size package.

03

Electrical & electronics

Diagnosis and repair of the electrical and electronic systems these vehicles rely on heavily — wiring, sensors, lighting, and control modules — read with proper equipment rather than guessed at.

04

Suspension & steering

Struts, control arms, bushings, and steering components that keep an import handling the way it was designed to, replaced with parts matched to the vehicle.

05

Cooling system

Radiators, water pumps, thermostats, and the correct coolant for the make, serviced to keep these engines in their proper temperature range and avoid heat-related trouble.

06

Diagnostics

Reading stored codes and live data to find the real cause behind a warning light or driveability complaint, instead of replacing parts on a hunch.

What's Included№ 04 — Scope of Work

European & import repairs we handle

From routine maintenance to the mechanical and electrical work these vehicles need, our factory-trained technicians cover the systems that keep a European or import car running right.

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Factory-scheduled maintenance

Oil, fluid, and filter service done to the intervals and specifications your make requires.

Repair details 02

Brake service

Pads, rotors, and hydraulics measured and serviced to spec with parts matched to the vehicle.

Repair details 03

Electrical & electronic repair

Diagnosing and repairing the wiring, sensors, and control modules these vehicles depend on.

Repair details 04

Suspension & steering

Restoring the handling and ride these cars are known for with the right components.

Repair details 05

Cooling system service

Radiators, water pumps, thermostats, and the correct coolant to keep the engine in range.

Repair details 06

Engine & mechanical repair

General engine and mechanical service on European and import makes, scoped and estimated honestly.

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Advanced diagnostics

Reading codes and live data to find the real cause behind a warning light before any work begins.

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BMW service

Factory-trained service and repair for BMW vehicles.

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Mercedes-Benz service

Factory-trained service and repair for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

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Audi service

Factory-trained service and repair for Audi vehicles.

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The Process

What to expect, start to finish

The same disciplined workflow on every job — so you always know what's happening and why.

  1. 01

    Initial inspection

    We start by listening to how the vehicle is behaving, then put it on the lift for a hands-on look at the system you came in for.

  2. 02

    Diagnostic testing

    Where a fault is electronic or intermittent, we scan control modules and test live data instead of guessing at parts.

  3. 03

    Findings & explanation

    You get a plain-language rundown of what we found — often with photos — so the problem is clear before any work is quoted.

  4. 04

    Repair recommendations

    We separate what needs attention now from what can safely wait, with an honest written estimate.

  5. 05

    Your authorization

    Nothing happens until you approve it. No surprise add-ons, no pressure.

  6. 06

    Professional repair

    ASE-certified technicians complete the work with quality parts, torqued and fitted to spec.

  7. 07

    Quality verification

    We re-test and road-check the repair, then hand the vehicle back backed by our nationwide warranty.

Why Diagnostics Matter

The right diagnosis for an import

European and import vehicles lean heavily on electronics and precise engineering, so the same warning light can trace back to very different causes depending on the make. Reading the stored codes and live data is how we separate a sensor fault from a mechanical one — and how an estimate reflects what your vehicle actually needs rather than a guess.

Our technicians are factory-trained across domestic, import, and European makes, and qualifying work is backed by our nationwide warranty. If another shop has quoted you, we're glad to take an honest second look and give you a written estimate for comparison.

  • 01Codes & live data read before any recommendation
  • 02Factory-trained across import & European makes
  • 03Parts matched to the vehicle, not one-size packages
  • 04Nationwide warranty on qualifying work performed
When To Come In№ 07

When to bring your European or import car in

Imports do best with steady, on-schedule care — staying ahead of maintenance is what keeps them reliable and holds their value.

Watch for
  • A service or warning light on the dash
  • A maintenance interval coming due
  • A new noise, vibration, or driveability change
  • A dealer estimate you'd like a second opinion on
If you wait
  • Stretched service intervals wear precision components faster
  • Ignored electronic faults can cascade into bigger repairs
  • The wrong fluids or parts can shorten a system's life
  • Deferred cooling service risks heat damage to the engine
Stay ahead
  • Follow the factory maintenance schedule for your make
  • Use the fluids and parts the vehicle was built for
  • Address warning lights promptly with a proper scan
  • Ask for a free second opinion on any dealer estimate
Safety first
  • Never ignore a brake or stability warning light
  • A proper diagnosis prevents replacing the wrong part
  • Qualifying repairs are backed by our nationwide warranty
  • An honest estimate separates needed work from what can wait
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QuestionsFAQ

Frequently asked questions

Our technicians are factory-trained to service domestic, import, and European makes at our five Johnson County shops. We cover a wide range of vehicles — you can see many of the makes we service on our vehicles page. If you're unsure whether we service yours, give us a call and we'll be glad to confirm.
Star European Repair is a distinct, separate brand — not a New Concept location. Some specialized European services associated with Star European, such as advanced programming, specialized European maintenance, and select Tesla repairs, are offered through Star European rather than at New Concept shops. New Concept's own European and import work is the factory-trained maintenance, brake, electrical, suspension, cooling, and diagnostic service described on this page. If you're not sure which fits your needs, call us and we'll point you the right way.
Yes — qualifying repairs we perform are backed by our nationwide warranty, so the work travels with you. We'll confirm how the warranty applies to your specific repair when we provide your estimate. As always, you get an honest, photo-documented quote before any work begins.
Our factory-trained technicians service import and European makes to the specifications they require, often as an independent alternative to the dealer. We give you an honest, photo-documented estimate up front with no pressure, and we're happy to provide a free second opinion if you already have a dealer quote in hand.
European and import makes are engineered to particular specifications, and using the correct fluids, intervals, and components is what keeps those systems working as intended and lasting as long as they should. Our technicians service these vehicles to the standards they were built for rather than substituting generic parts where it matters.
Find A LocationFive Johnson County shops

Service near you

Book at the New Concept shop that's most convenient — same ASE-certified standards and nationwide warranty at every location.

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Overland Park

9573 W 87th St, Overland Park, KS 66212
Book Call (913) 557-8344
02

Merriam

6032 Merriam Dr, Merriam, KS 66203
Book Call (913) 346-8169
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Shawnee

4119 Bonner Industrial Dr, Shawnee, KS 66226
Book Call (913) 586-2430
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Olathe

128 N Mahaffie St, Olathe, KS 66061
Book Call (913) 586-2660
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South Overland Park

7601 W 119th St, Overland Park, KS 66213
Book Call (913) 398-3402
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