Maxed Performance

I travel in a 1984 VW Vanagon. I recently replaced the origanal engine with a Go Westy 2.1L. I had approximately 5,000 miles on the new engine. I decided to drive from Ohio to Huntington Beach, Ca to see my Mom. The van felt a little sluggish on the big hills out west, I decided to have a professional VW mechanic give it a tune-up. I walk in with no appointment, I'm only in town for 2 days then back to Phoenix, explain that I am a traveler, Ed is very understanding and askes me to leave the van at his shop for the day and he would work it in. I came back a 4pm and the van was being taken out for a test drive. Everything checked out fine but the timing, it was advanced 5 deg, this should help on the big hills. I'll find out today, heading to Big Bear next. Now i have peace of mind w

I had an excellent experience at Maxed Performance! The team was professional, transparent, and thorough. They handled my 1978 VW Bus with great care, replacing essential parts like the tie rods, drag link, valve cover gaskets, and fuel hoses. The pricing was fair, and the workmanship was top-notch. The owner was incredibly passionate and enthusiastic about VW vehicles, and even took the time to show me around the shop and share his love for the VW culture. It’s clear that he truly embodies the spirit of these classic vehicles. I highly recommend them and will definitely return for future services. Thank you for the great service!

Ed and the rest of the team here are knowledgeable, generous, and true Vanagon enthusiasts. I had a '87 Vanagon taken here by a seller for a preinspection. They were thorough, transparent, and I felt like a truly had an advisor in Ed. They were the first shop I needed to trust on my Vanagon journey. They earned it and more. They even came in under the quoted amount. I only wish I lived close enough for this to be my home shop. Thanks Ed!

Ed is THE mechanic for your Vanagon!!!! He's been servicing our 2 Vanagons (86' & 91') for many years...and for many more years to come!!!

We've been going to Maxed for over 20 years and they've always been honest and reasonable. I've never felt like I couldn't trust what they say which seems to be rare with auto repair shops (unfortunately). Ed would tell me what needs to be done right away and what could be done later which is great. Highly recommended.