Steve's Imports

Steve's Imports Family owned and operated for over 40 years, Steve’s Imports is a full-service import car repair shop. Call for an Estimate (503) 771-6701
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Welcome to Steve’s Imports! Family owned and operated for over 40 years, we’re a full-service import car repair facility that specializes in European and Asian vehicles. Steve’s Imports is one of the oldest independent import car repair shops in Portland. We take pride in being an honest and fair company, charging much less than dealership rates and employing well-trained, educated technicians. As

enthusiasts and owners of many classics, we truly understand the sentimental value you have with your car. Whether your vehicle is brand new or has seen the decades of age, we will treat it with exceptional care. We also offer a full collision and restoration center, so let us take care of your fender benders and old dusty projects that you haven't had the time for. We do everything from partial projects to complete show car quality. And no matter what your budget is, we guarantee our work!

Auto Repair West Linn — The Question We Answer More Often Than Any Other"How do I know if I actually need new brakes — o...
06/24/2026

Auto Repair West Linn — The Question We Answer More Often Than Any Other

"How do I know if I actually need new brakes — or if my car is just being dramatic?"

Fair question. And it's one we hear every single week from West Linn drivers, the Lloyd District crowd, and folks commuting through Downtown Portland.

Here's how to read what your brakes are telling you:

🔊 Squealing or squeaking when braking: This is usually your wear indicator — a small metal tab designed to make noise when pads get low. It's a warning, not an emergency. But don't let it sit.

😬 Grinding or growling: Metal-on-metal contact. Pull in soon — rotors are likely taking damage with every stop.

😵 Pedal pulsing or vibrating: Warped rotors. Common on vehicles doing a lot of downhill braking — familiar terrain if you drive the grades between West Linn and the Lloyd District regularly.

🛑 Pulling to one side: A caliper or pad issue worth addressing before it becomes a handling problem.

At Steve's Imports, brake inspections are always free. We measure pad thickness, check rotor condition, inspect calipers and brake fluid — and then give you a completely honest assessment of what needs attention now versus what can wait another three months.

No upsell. No manufactured urgency. Just the information you need to make the right call.

Learn more: https://stevesimports.com/auto-repair-portland/

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BMW Performance Starts With Proper Maintenance.From Diagnostics and Routine Service to Full Restorations Steves Imports ...
06/23/2026

BMW Performance Starts With Proper Maintenance.
From Diagnostics and Routine Service to Full Restorations
Steves Imports is the place for all of Your BMW Needs.
Call or Dm to Schedule Your Service Today!

Auto Repair Gresham — The One Maintenance Tip Most Drivers Skip (Until It Costs Them)Here's the kind of thing we talk ab...
06/22/2026

Auto Repair Gresham — The One Maintenance Tip Most Drivers Skip (Until It Costs Them)

Here's the kind of thing we talk about every day in the shop that most drivers never hear anywhere else: your engine air filter and your cabin air filter are completely different components doing completely different jobs — and neglecting either one has real, measurable consequences.

Your engine air filter is the gatekeeper for everything going into your motor. When it's clogged, your engine fights for every breath — tanking fuel efficiency and quietly degrading performance. For drivers making regular runs between Clackamas, Oregon City, and Gresham, especially through the summer dust season, that filter fills up faster than you'd expect.

Here's the insider breakdown:
- Clean engine air filter = optimal air-fuel ratio = better mileage
- Dirty filter = engine strain = reduced acceleration and higher fuel costs
- Most manufacturers recommend replacement every 15,000–30,000 miles — but PNW dust conditions often mean sooner
- Takes about 5 minutes to check and 10 minutes to replace

At Steve's Imports, we inspect both filters on every visit — no extra charge, no separate appointment needed. By the time you notice a drop in MPG or sluggish acceleration, the restriction has already been costing you for weeks.

Don't wait for symptoms. Ask us at your next oil change — we'll check it while we're already under the hood.

Learn more: https://stevesimports.com/auto-repair-portland/

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Auto Repair Portland — What That Check Engine Light Is Actually Trying to Tell YouThat amber light on your dash doesn't ...
06/20/2026

Auto Repair Portland — What That Check Engine Light Is Actually Trying to Tell You

That amber light on your dash doesn't come with a translator — but we do.

At Steve's Imports, every diagnostic appointment starts with a full OBD scan of your vehicle's onboard computer. Your car has been quietly logging fault codes the entire time — specific codes that tell us whether you're dealing with a misfiring cylinder, a struggling fuel injector, a failing catalytic converter, or (yes) just a loose gas cap throwing a digital tantrum.

Here's exactly what our diagnostic process looks like:
- Full OBD scan to pull all active and stored fault codes
- Visual inspection of related systems and components
- Component testing before any parts are ordered
- Plain-language walkthrough of findings — zero technician-speak
- Written repair plan with honest, upfront pricing

We serve Portland drivers from the Pearl District to Goose Hollow to South Waterfront — and yes, we know how unforgiving PNW commutes can be when your car decides to have a moment. Whether you drive a Subaru, a Lexus, a Honda, or a BMW, we've seen the code, diagnosed the cause, and fixed the problem.

No guessing. No surprise bills. Just straight-talking technicians who've been doing this long enough to know that Portland weather doesn't wait for convenient timing.

Learn more: https://stevesimports.com/auto-repair-portland/

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06/18/2026

I love it here

Your Volkswagen, No Problem. From Full Restoration to Routine Service. We Keep Portland’s Volkswagens Running Strong Sin...
06/16/2026

Your Volkswagen, No Problem.
From Full Restoration to Routine Service. We Keep Portland’s Volkswagens Running Strong Since 1974
Call or DM to Schedule Your Service Today!

06/11/2026

What’s The Most Mileage You’ve Seen on a Car👇

Your Jaguar. Our Solution.From Routine Service to Full Rebuilds, Every Jaguar is Family at Steve’s Import’s Call or DM t...
06/09/2026

Your Jaguar. Our Solution.
From Routine Service to Full Rebuilds, Every Jaguar is Family at Steve’s Import’s
Call or DM to Set up Your Service Today!

Come Enjoy Golden Hour with Your M4 at Steve’s Imports. Your BMW our Passion. Call or Dm today to schedule your service ...
06/02/2026

Come Enjoy Golden Hour with Your M4 at Steve’s Imports.
Your BMW our Passion. Call or Dm today to schedule your service today.

05/28/2026

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Address

7273 SE 92nd Avenue
Portland, OR
97266

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

Telephone

+15037716701

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