BMW M Car Specialist Garage – Why M Owners Choose Element Performance

4 May

Owning a BMW M car is an experience. Whether it’s the raw edge of an E46 M3 or the twin-turbo power of an F80 M4, these high-performance machines are built to thrill — but they also need specialist care.

At Element Performance, we’re not a generalist garage — we’re a BMW M car specialist, working on models like the E92 M3, M5, M4, and M2 every day. Our independent workshop in Thirsk is trusted by M owners across Yorkshire. Here’s why more enthusiasts are booking with us… and you should too!

⚠️ Common BMW M Problems We See in the Workshop

1. Rod Bearings – A Must for M3 & M5 Owners

If you own an E92 M3 or E60 M5, you’ve likely heard of rod bearing failure. Even low-mileage examples can suffer wear, which can lead to catastrophic engine damage if left untreated. We offer preventive replacement using OEM or uprated bearings — fully documented, with no shortcuts.

2. Throttle Actuators – A Known Fault in V8 & V10 M Cars

Throttle actuator failure is common in the E9X M3 and E60 M5. You may notice hesitation, warning lights, or limp mode. We always upgrade to the rebuilt actuators which come with a lifetime warranty, yes you read that right!

3. Crank Hub Issues – F80/F82 M3 & M4

The S55 engine in the M3, M4 and M2 Competition is prone to crank hub slippage, especially in tuned cars. If you're experiencing timing issues or are planning high-performance use, we offer trusted crank hub upgrades in-house.

4. Suspension & Bushes – Often Overlooked

From rear subframe bushes on E46 M3s to adaptive damper faults on newer G-series M cars, we carry out detailed suspension inspections and performance laser alignments and even corner weighting. We are authorised distributors and fitters for Powerflex and BCRacing so can also upgrade to polybushes or coilovers based on your driving style.

🔧 Why Choose Our BMW M Car Specialist Garage?

✅ Dealer-Level Tools – Without the Dealer Prices

That means precise fault finding, module coding, and expert repairs using real-time BMW data.

✅ We Update BMW Digital Service History

As a BMW-registered independent garage, we’re authorised to update your BMW digital service history via our key reader system. Your service record appears on your iDrive and in the BMW cloud — maintaining your car’s full digital history, just like a main dealer would.

✅ In-House Rolling Road Dyno

Our rolling road dyno is more than just a power test — it helps us diagnose engine behaviour under load, misfires, and performance issues you won’t find during static diagnostics.

✅ Real M Car Knowledge

From S54 and S65 to S55 and B58, we work on every generation of M engine. We know what to check, what fails, and how to improve longevity and performance — whether you track your car or just want it running perfectly.

🌍 Based in Thirsk – Serving the North’s M Community

BMW M car owners come to us from:

Leeds
York
Harrogate
Darlington
Manchester
Newcastle
...and beyond. Why? Because our level of service, knowledge, and care is worth the drive.

We're proud to be known as one of the most trusted independent BMW M garages in the North of England.