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Charlie's Foreign Car has been an Encinitas Auto repair leader for over 45 years. Charlie's Foreign Car specializes in auto repair for german engineered vehicles such as Porsche, BMW, Mercedes, Audi and Volkswagen. Charlie's offers brake repair, wheel alignments and tire replacement, oil, lube and filter service, exhaust and transmission repair, cooling system and ac system service and much more. They are a family owned and operated business that go that extra mile to ensure customer satisfaction.

Charlie's Foreign Car Service
2009 Porsche Head Rest Roll Bar deployment test. ----------------------------- 🚀Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yJqzHbDeViVNkqkjWmirQ/?sub_confirmation=1 👨‍👨‍👧‍👧 Share this Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/aCHwKG_R7E8 Follow us: 📢 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charliesforeigncar/ 🌠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charliesforeigncarservice/ Charlie’s Foreign Car https://charliesforeigncar.com/ ----------------------------- Call to make an appointment (760) 753-4969 Charlie’s Foreign Car, located in Encinitas, California. We would love to answer any question you may have in regards to this video or any other auto mechanic needs, just leave a comment!
2009 Porsche Head Rest Roll Bar
In this video we do a service on a 2006 Ford GT that has under 2,000 miles on it. ----------------------------- 🚀Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yJqzHbDeViVNkqkjWmirQ/?sub_confirmation=1 👨‍👨‍👧‍👧 Share this Video: https://youtu.be/JEEEkLgKIYc Follow us: 📢 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charliesforeigncar/ 🌠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charliesforeigncarservice/ Charlie’s Foreign Car https://charliesforeigncar.com/ ----------------------------- Call to make an appointment (760) 753-4969 Charlie’s Foreign Car, located in Encinitas, California. We would love to answer any question you may have in regards to this video or any other auto mechanic needs, just leave a comment!
Ford GT Service
Porsche HVAC BOX out from under the dash and we're going to check out the evaporator leak and the blend doors. ----------------------------- 🚀Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yJqzHbDeViVNkqkjWmirQ/?sub_confirmation=1 👨‍👨‍👧‍👧 Share this Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/uIf92R_YNoE Follow us: 📢 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charliesforeigncar/ 🌠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charliesforeigncarservice/ Charlie’s Foreign Car https://charliesforeigncar.com/ ----------------------------- Call to make an appointment (760) 753-4969 Charlie’s Foreign Car, located in Encinitas, California. We would love to answer any question you may have in regards to this video or any other auto mechanic needs, just leave a comment!
Porsche HVAC BOX
The Audi R8 is more than just a beautiful car—it’s a high-performance machine that deserves the right maintenance. In this video, we’re servicing an Audi R8 and taking you through the oil change process. We’ll show you some of the important details that make servicing a high-performance Audi different from a typical oil change. At Charlie’s Foreign Car, we work on European vehicles every day, including Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Volkswagen, and more. Whether you drive an Audi R8 or a daily driver, proper maintenance helps keep your vehicle performing the way it should. 🔧 Charlie’s Foreign Car Expert European & Foreign Car Service 📍 San Diego County, California Subscribe for more automotive repair videos, diagnostics, maintenance tips, and behind-the-scenes looks at the cars we work on. #AudiR8 #Audi #OilChange #V10 #EuropeanCars #CarMaintenance #AutoRepair ----------------------------- 🚀Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yJqzHbDeViVNkqkjWmirQ/?sub_confirmation=1 👨‍👨‍👧‍👧 Share this Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/mtEjJzl-oTo Follow us: 📢 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charliesforeigncar/ 🌠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charliesforeigncarservice/ Charlie’s Foreign Car https://charliesforeigncar.com/ ----------------------------- Call to make an appointment (760) 753-4969 Charlie’s Foreign Car, located in Encinitas, California. We would love to answer any question you may have in regards to this video or any other auto mechanic needs, just leave a comment!
Audi R8 Oil Change
2001 Boxter Foam blowing Out Of Vents is a common issue with older boxters due to the foam on the blend doors braking down over time and blowing out the vents. Check out a full repair video here https://youtu.be/QN0w9dfO2e0?si=zSWlKnBNmZ475bhr ----------------------------- 🚀Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yJqzHbDeViVNkqkjWmirQ/?sub_confirmation=1 👨‍👨‍👧‍👧 Share this Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rf0Oq6pF7DE Follow us: 📢 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charliesforeigncar/ 🌠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charliesforeigncarservice/ Charlie’s Foreign Car https://charliesforeigncar.com/ ----------------------------- Call to make an appointment (760) 753-4969 Charlie’s Foreign Car, located in Encinitas, California. We would love to answer any question you may have in regards to this video or any other auto mechanic needs, just leave a comment!
2001 Boxter Foam blowing Out Of Vents #autorepair #porsche #blendoor
2017 MBW X3 Oil Pan Gasket #autorepair #autorepair #carrepair #bmw #mechanic #bmwrepair ----------------------------- 🚀Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yJqzHbDeViVNkqkjWmirQ/?sub_confirmation=1 👨‍👨‍👧‍👧 Share this Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/gf2drkwuhf8 Follow us: 📢 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charliesforeigncar/ 🌠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charliesforeigncarservice/ Charlie’s Foreign Car https://charliesforeigncar.com/ ----------------------------- Call to make an appointment (760) 753-4969 Charlie’s Foreign Car, located in Encinitas, California. We would love to answer any question you may have in regards to this video or any other auto mechanic needs, just leave a comment!
2017 MBW X3 Oil Pan Gasket
BMW Rattle In The Steering Wheel On this 2016 BMW, we traced the problem to a loose tension clip that secures the oscillator motor in place. When that clip loosens, the motor can shift or vibrate, causing the lane departure warning system to malfunction or become inconsistent. We inspected the assembly, secured the clip properly, and restored the system’s operation. Small components can create big problems — proper diagnosis makes all the difference. #BMW #LaneDeparture #BMWRepair #Diagnostics #AutomotiveRepair #EuropeanAutoRepair ----------------------------- 🚀Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yJqzHbDeViVNkqkjWmirQ/?sub_confirmation=1 👨‍👨‍👧‍👧 Share this Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/AQQWayBGVow Follow us: 📢 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charliesforeigncar/ 🌠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charliesforeigncarservice/ Charlie’s Foreign Car https://charliesforeigncar.com/ ----------------------------- Call to make an appointment (760) 753-4969 Charlie’s Foreign Car, located in Encinitas, California. We would love to answer any question you may have in regards to this video or any other auto mechanic needs, just leave a comment!
BMW Rattle In The Steering Wheel
A/C not blowing cold air. After diagnosis, we traced the issue to a failed evaporator core. This repair requires extensive dash disassembly and precision reassembly to restore proper cooling performance. In this video, we walk through the process of removing and replacing the evaporator on a 2020 Mercedes GLE, along with inspecting the A/C system for leaks and verifying proper operation after repair. If your A/C isn’t keeping up, strange odors are coming through the vents, or your system isn’t blowing cold, this could be the cause. 🔧 Mercedes-Benz A/C Repair 🔧 Evaporator Core Replacement 🔧 Diagnostic & Leak Testing 🔧 Complete Climate Control Service Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more behind-the-scenes automotive repair videos. ----------------------------- 🚀Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yJqzHbDeViVNkqkjWmirQ/?sub_confirmation=1 👨‍👨‍👧‍👧 Share this Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/dKy-a0PviNI Follow us: 📢 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charliesforeigncar/ 🌠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charliesforeigncarservice/ Charlie’s Foreign Car https://charliesforeigncar.com/ ----------------------------- Call to make an appointment (760) 753-4969 Charlie’s Foreign Car, located in Encinitas, California. We would love to answer any question you may have in regards to this video or any other auto mechanic needs, just leave a comment!
Is Your A/C As Cold As It Can Be? #autorepair #automobile #carrepair
2019 Volvo XC60 making a loud squeaking noise that sounded just like a failing serpentine belt? In this case, the culprit wasn't a belt at all—it was a torn PCV valve diaphragm. The damaged PCV valve created a vacuum leak that produced an intense squealing sound from the engine compartment. Watch as we diagnose the noise, identify the failed PCV valve, and restore quiet operation to this Volvo XC60. #VolvoXC60 #VolvoRepair #PCVValve #VacuumLeak #EngineNoise #AutoRepair #EuropeanAutoRepair #MechanicLife #CarRepair #Volvo ----------------------------- 🚀Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yJqzHbDeViVNkqkjWmirQ/?sub_confirmation=1 👨‍👨‍👧‍👧 Share this Video: https://youtu.be/zldiZQ5DwTI Follow us: 📢 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charliesforeigncar/ 🌠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charliesforeigncarservice/ Charlie’s Foreign Car https://charliesforeigncar.com/ ----------------------------- Call to make an appointment (760) 753-4969 Charlie’s Foreign Car, located in Encinitas, California. We would love to answer any question you may have in regards to this video or any other auto mechanic needs, just leave a comment!
2019 Volvo XC60 making a loud squeaking noise
TESLA - Battery Requires Replacement Soon Warning - Tesla Battery Fuse Replacement In this video, we diagnose and repair a Tesla displaying the warning message: "Battery Requires Replacement Soon." After performing the necessary testing and inspection procedures, we identified a failed battery fuse as the cause of the issue and completed the replacement to restore proper operation. Watch as we walk through the diagnostic process, explain the function of the battery fuse, and demonstrate the replacement procedure. If your Tesla is showing battery-related warning messages, this video provides insight into one possible cause and the repair process involved. Services performed: ✔ Battery system diagnosis ✔ Battery fuse replacement ✔ System verification and testing ✔ Warning message resolution If you found this video helpful, be sure to like, subscribe, and follow along for more Tesla diagnostics, maintenance, and repair content. 🚗⚡ ----------------------------- 🚀Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yJqzHbDeViVNkqkjWmirQ/?sub_confirmation=1 👨‍👨‍👧‍👧 Share this Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/kS7Vvza8lk8 Follow us: 📢 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charliesforeigncar/ 🌠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charliesforeigncarservice/ Charlie’s Foreign Car https://charliesforeigncar.com/ ----------------------------- Call to make an appointment (760) 753-4969 Charlie’s Foreign Car, located in Encinitas, California. We would love to answer any question you may have in regards to this video or any other auto mechanic needs, just leave a comment!
TESLA - Battery Requires Replacement Soon Warning
TESLA - Battery Fuse Requires Replacement Soon Warning - Tesla Battery Fuse Replacement In this video, we diagnose and repair a Tesla displaying the warning message: "Battery Requires Replacement Soon." After performing the necessary testing and inspection procedures, we identified a failed battery fuse as the cause of the issue and completed the replacement to restore proper operation. Watch as we walk through the diagnostic process, explain the function of the battery fuse, and demonstrate the replacement procedure. If your Tesla is showing battery-related warning messages, this video provides insight into one possible cause and the repair process involved. Services performed: ✔ Battery system diagnosis ✔ Battery fuse replacement ✔ System verification and testing ✔ Warning message resolution If you found this video helpful, be sure to like, subscribe, and follow along for more Tesla diagnostics, maintenance, and repair content. 🚗⚡ ----------------------------- 🚀Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yJqzHbDeViVNkqkjWmirQ/?sub_confirmation=1 👨‍👨‍👧‍👧 Share this Video: https://youtu.be/3O4jCsOh7FE Follow us: 📢 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charliesforeigncar/ 🌠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charliesforeigncarservice/ Charlie’s Foreign Car https://charliesforeigncar.com/ ----------------------------- Call to make an appointment (760) 753-4969 Charlie’s Foreign Car, located in Encinitas, California. We would love to answer any question you may have in regards to this video or any other auto mechanic needs, just leave a comment!
TESLA - Battery Fuse Requires Replacement Soon Warning
What is that rattle? The customer complained about from the exhaust on this 2019 Porsche Macan S. After diagnosing the issue, we found the exhaust actuator had failed and was causing the noise. We replaced the faulty exhaust actuator and restored proper exhaust valve operation. If your Porsche Macan S has an exhaust rattle, strange vibration, or changing exhaust sound, this could be the cause. 📍 Diagnostic • Repair • Performance 📞 Contact us for service or questions. #porsche #PorscheRepair #ExhaustRattle #PorscheExhaust #ExhaustActuator #EuroRepair #AutoRepair #MechanicLife #PorscheTech #CarRepair ----------------------------- 🚀Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yJqzHbDeViVNkqkjWmirQ/?sub_confirmation=1 👨‍👨‍👧‍👧 Share this Video: https://youtu.be/aXHtq4d8ST8 Follow us: 📢 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charliesforeigncar/ 🌠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charliesforeigncarservice/ Charlie’s Foreign Car https://charliesforeigncar.com/ ----------------------------- Call to make an appointment (760) 753-4969 Charlie’s Foreign Car, located in Encinitas, California. We would love to answer any question you may have in regards to this video or any other auto mechanic needs, just leave a comment! ----------------------------- 🚀Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yJqzHbDeViVNkqkjWmirQ/?sub_confirmation=1 👨‍👨‍👧‍👧 Share this Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rf0Oq6pF7DE Follow us: 📢 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charliesforeigncar/ 🌠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charliesforeigncarservice/ Charlie’s Foreign Car https://charliesforeigncar.com/ ----------------------------- Call to make an appointment (760) 753-4969 Charlie’s Foreign Car, located in Encinitas, California. We would love to answer any question you may have in regards to this video or any other auto mechanic needs, just leave a comment!
What is that rattle?
A/C not blowing cold air. After diagnosis, we traced the issue to a failed evaporator core. This repair requires extensive dash disassembly and precision reassembly to restore proper cooling performance. In this video, we walk through the process of removing and replacing the evaporator on a 2020 Mercedes GLE, along with inspecting the A/C system for leaks and verifying proper operation after repair. If your A/C isn’t keeping up, strange odors are coming through the vents, or your system isn’t blowing cold, this could be the cause. 🔧 Mercedes-Benz A/C Repair 🔧 Evaporator Core Replacement 🔧 Diagnostic & Leak Testing 🔧 Complete Climate Control Service Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more behind-the-scenes automotive repair videos. ----------------------------- 🚀Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yJqzHbDeViVNkqkjWmirQ/?sub_confirmation=1 👨‍👨‍👧‍👧 Share this Video: https://youtu.be/VFL1DvPf3JU Follow us: 📢 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charliesforeigncar/ 🌠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charliesforeigncarservice/ Charlie’s Foreign Car https://charliesforeigncar.com/ ----------------------------- Call to make an appointment (760) 753-4969 Charlie’s Foreign Car, located in Encinitas, California. We would love to answer any question you may have in regards to this video or any other auto mechanic needs, just leave a comment!
What's Your A/C Temp?
Smells like gas this 2015 BMW 228. After inspecting the vehicle externally, we traced the issue to a very small leak in the fuel tank located under the rear seat. The next step was removing the tank and performing a smoke test to pinpoint the exact source of the leak. Follow along as we diagnose and repair this hidden fuel system issue. ----------------------------- 🚀Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yJqzHbDeViVNkqkjWmirQ/?sub_confirmation=1 👨‍👨‍👧‍👧 Share this Video: https://youtu.be/84w0o31zXjM Follow us: 📢 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charliesforeigncar/ 🌠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charliesforeigncarservice/ Charlie’s Foreign Car https://charliesforeigncar.com/ ----------------------------- Call to make an appointment (760) 753-4969 Charlie’s Foreign Car, located in Encinitas, California. We would love to answer any question you may have in regards to this video or any other auto mechanic needs, just leave a comment!
Smells like gas
Oil Change Service Porsche Carrera S In this service video, we're performing a routine oil change and comprehensive multi-point inspection on a Porsche Carrera S. Regular maintenance is essential to protecting engine performance, maximizing reliability, and ensuring your Porsche continues to operate at its best. ----------------------------- 🚀Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yJqzHbDeViVNkqkjWmirQ/?sub_confirmation=1 👨‍👨‍👧‍👧 Share this Video: https://youtu.be/Z9P_DjkUSvA Follow us: 📢 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charliesforeigncar/ 🌠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charliesforeigncarservice/ Charlie’s Foreign Car https://charliesforeigncar.com/ ----------------------------- Call to make an appointment (760) 753-4969 Charlie’s Foreign Car, located in Encinitas, California. We would love to answer any question you may have in regards to this video or any other auto mechanic needs, just leave a comment!
Oil Change Service Porsche Carrera S
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