Colorado is home to some of the greatest cars, and roads in the country.

That’s why YOU chose to live HERE right ?

We believe that the car culture in Colorado is very strong. However,  there are few opportunities to celebrate  and support our passionate pursuit of automotive excellence. Here is the excuse you have been looking for. A weekend long  celebration handcrafted by 3ZERO3 Motorsports, and the Lamborghini Club of America, designed to get us all together, and do what we do best.

• STEP ONE : Mark your calendar ; July 23-25 2010.
• STEP TWO : keep reading…….

THE DETAILS :

• WHO : you, your significant other, and everyone else you know that loves cars.
• WHAT: a road rally to and from Snowmass CO. Great dinners and a party with friends. A full day of motorsports activities including a saturday morning seminar, and exotic track access.
• WHEN : Friday July 23, Saturday July 24th, Sunday July 25th.
• WHERE : We will be leaving Denver en masse Friday morning, staying Friday and Saturday nights in Snowmass, CO, and driving home Sunday.
• COST : $125.00 for  your Motorsports Weekend Ticket. Discounted lodging &  discounted dining are both provided with each Motorsports Weekend Ticket purchase.  Prices guaranteed until 6.15.2010. This event will sell out ! PLEASE NOTE : lodging and food are not in your $125.00 ticket cost.

TELL ME MORE :

3ZERO3 Motorsports has partnered with Lamborghini Club of America, and Snowmass Village to create a lifestyle event that bring us all together for a weekend of epic mountain driving, sexy cars, savory food,  and the kind of experience that will make your summer unforgettable.

Great effort has been taken to ensure that this weekend provides real FUN, and won’t break the bank. The featured exotic cars are more than worthy of our attention.Close your eyes, and imagine ( if you will )  six figure super cars, lapping full throttle with the mountains behind them. This is Gran Turismo in living color!

We have ensured that the cost of the weekend  is something that we feel provides real value. And thru it all, the weekend won’t leave you feeling like you need to take another day off to recover.

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• FRIDAY : Meet us friday morning at 3ZERO3, as we all meet up and get prepared for the drive down Highway 285, with a scheduled stop in Buena Vista for lunch. Then over Independence pass and into Snowmass where you will get checked into your hotel, and have time to relax before our dinner at Buchi Sushi.
• SATURDAY : This isn’t a working weekend, yes you will be able to sleep in, and then meet everyone at 10:00am for a multimedia motorsports seminar in the Silvertree Hotel. Class will be in session until lunch time. We will grab a quick bite and head to Woody Creek Raceway where we will hang out at track while a few dozen Lamborghini’s and other exclusive exotics hot lap for the afternoon session. People will be given the opportunity to sign up, and ride shotgun in a Lamborghini with pro-driver Robb Holland….. details to follow. After the track, we will head back to the hotel where you will be able to put your feet up for a few, then get shined up and ready for the evening festivities. Dinner at Sneaky’s Tavern, and  no cost entry to the party at Basecamp Bar & Grille in the Base Village.
• SUNDAY : Wake up  at a reasonable hour, we will have a brief weekend wrap up, then a drive back home. For those of you looking to maximize the scenery we will take the back roads to Denver. However feel free to shoot onto I-70 for a quicker ride home.

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BOOK YOUR TICKETS  NOW:    $125.00/person for the entire weekend.

Email us ASAP with questions or to purchase tickets :  Snowmasstix@3zero3motorsports.com.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS :  We will be  staying at the Silvertree Hotel  in Snowmass Village. Rooms have been discounted to $119.00/night + tax, for a superb double occupancy room. This is a great ski-in ski-out hotel. This is a hotel we have personally stayed in before, and loved it ! Once your reservation is confirmed we will provide you with all the necessary  booking information needed to get your discounted room locked in !

GOT QUESTIONS ? WE DID!

• Do I get to drive my car on the track ? Track access is by invitation only. The track at Woody Creek  is a 1.1 mile road course that simply cannot handle a large group. You will however, be able to hang at the track with six figure exotics, and see, hear and smell these cars lap. There will be other track events this summer, this weekend is all about the lifestyle… ( and not blowing your budget !)
• So what does my $125.00 get me ? Great question. We have gone to great lengths to ensure that there is a real value for the price of each ticket. Your $125.00 will provide the following : A fabulous goody  bag stuffed with merchandise and discounts from event sponsors.  Discounted lodging and discounted dining are also provided with your ticket purchase. Serious dinner and drink discounts are for event participants only ! Access to the saturday motorsports clinic, and access to private racetrack on saturday. Sponsors will also be giving away products all weekend long !
• Can I bring my spouse/children ? Absolutely. While you are at the track there are plenty of activities for the family or your significant other. 5 star spa access, hiking, biking, and shopping abound. Click here for more info on all the great  activities available in Snowmass Village.

Don’t delay, we anticipate that this weekend will sell out, and quickly ! This is being advertised everywhere from Denver, to Vail, and the Aspen Valley ! Get in touch asap and join us for what promises to be the highlight of the summer !

• Completion of Val’s custom equipped V8 A4 racer.
• 4 PES G4 supercharged Audi V8’s.
• Matt Collins AMAZING supercharged, methanol fed RS4 with custom Stasis Motorsports suspension, with more modifications to come !
• Ice racing at Georgetown Lake.
• Off season Porsche 944 spec racer  prep, and project 1982 911 SC  restoration.
• The return of our Kiwi.
• New 3ZERO3 Motorsports merchandise.
• And lots more!

Spend a few minutes to get caught up with your favorite VW, Audi, and Porsche maintenance, repair and high performance tuning shop. Proving yet again that no one has as much fun at work as we do !

STARTING THE YEAR OFF RIGHT

To work at 3ZERO3 Motorsports is not to be employed, but rather to be part of a family. We were all thankful to be the guests of Technician Tucker and his wonderful wife Megan. They took all of us in for a night filled with delectable cuisine, and hand crafted libations ( nay : food and beverage !). It is very hard to get all of the 3ZERO3 family in the same place at the same time, but when we do, it always makes for a memorable evening.

Paparazzi capture Scott and his fiance Tess enjoying a moment during the meal. How Scott landed Tess, we will never know !

A savory roast, and Mirror Pond pale ale ? Yes please !

STAYING BUSY

Despite the dawdling US economy, our parking is constantly brimming with Audi’s, Porsches and Volkswagens. We are happy and grateful to be so busy. Thankfully Technician ‘Kiwi’ Andrews has made a full recovery from his shoulder surgery and is back swinging wrenches just in the nick of time.

Cars as far as the eye can see. Ferdinand Porsche would be proud.

Aaron digs deep on a 1982 Porsche 911, while Jason tracks down an electrical gremlin on a late model VW Eurovan.

We missed this guy ! Technician Keith ‘Kiwi’ Andrews returns after some scheduled maintenance. The shop just wasn’t the same without our resident New Zealander !

And the lovely Red Bull girls always know when to stop by and give us a boost.

SUPERCHARGED GLORY

February was officially supercharger month at 3ZERO3 Motorsports. In the span of a few weeks we added  4 PES G4 supercharger units to an Audi RS4, an Audi S6 Avant, and 2 Audi S4’s. The addition of forced induction on each of these platforms has vaulted all of these fantastic 8 cylinder, all wheel drive sports cars into the realm of true super cars. Dropping the clutch of these heavy hitting Audi V8’s  while hearing the supercharger whine  AND boiling all 4 tires from a dead stop is truly addictive.

3ZERO3 Motorsports has made a name for itself as the premier supercharged tuner for  not only Colorado, but in all of North America. Have questions about how to make your naturally aspirated Audi S4, S6, A6, A8, Q7, Touareg, or RS4 go faster ? We have the answers !

Matt Collins supercharged, and methanol fed RS4 engine. Note how closely this resembles a living human heart…. Art imitating life ? You decide.

With 4 supercharger installs under his belt in a single month, Marshall-Law is writing the book on PES supercharger installation, literally.

DYNO TIME

With at least 8 different dyno session scheduled for all of the supercharged Audi V8 cars alone , we spent alot of time on the dyno. Not to mention the great success we had with Tom Seabrook’s STG 3 Audi S4. Dyno testing revealed that his car was missing a significant amount of power. Replacing his injectors, and updating his ECM with a new custom tune yielded BIG power increases.

Dave Elkan’s supercharged B6 S4 Avant laying down nearly 100whp improvement over stock. When you consider the fact that naturally aspirated engines lose 3% of power per 1,000ft of elevation gain, you can really appreciate how much faster Dave’s S4 is in his hometown of Snowmass CO.

Tom Seabrooks’ B5 S4 dyno chart. Tom saw big improvements with a custom tune and new injectors.

We are avoiding any gratuitous ‘go-fast-dyno’ references. Oh wait…..

NEW FRIENDS

With the onset of the new year, we have found ourselves awash with new contacts, new customers, and new friends. People like Euro Berge Magazine and Photographer Ronnie Renaldi have been hanging around the shop lately presenting new and exciting opportunities for 3ZERO3 Motorsports customers and enthusiasts across Colorado !

Looking forward to future collaborations with Richard Melick and the Euro Berge team.

Marty Lowandowski’s has dropped his A6 2.7T to street sweeper status. Marty is a hard working active local enthusiast, we are lucky to help maintain his gorgeous Audi.

Ever since we built Matt Collins’ RS4, we have been inundated with other local RS4 owners. Here RS4 owner Ben Timmons with friend Adam Mattivi discuss global politics while Aaron services the RS4.

NEW CARS

Modified B8 Audi A4’s are becoming more and more frequent visitors to 3ZERO3 Motorsports. James Huzella’s murdered out 2.0TFSI is a prime example.

Tradeshow Emporium owner Willis Wood recently picked up this modified B6 A4 1.8T Avant for pennies on the dollar.  His car representing a great example of the value in the used car market.

NEW PRESS

The Moxie Media Group was here in February shooting the latest promo video for Universal Technical  Institute, featuring 3ZERO3 Motorsports as a  success story for their technical training program. Stay tuned to see the web version of this video as it is released.

Local celebrity photographer and automotive enthusiast Ronnie Renaldi has been frequenting much of our supercharged activity. And we could not be happier !

NEW 3ZERO3 MERCHANDISE

3ZERO3 Motorsports flexfit trucker hats are now available.

RS4 sold separately.

3ZERO3 Motorsports gift cards available at a retailer near you. Click here to find out where.

GREAT COMPLETED PROJECTS

Accomplished racer and local tough guy Valentin Ivanitski poses proudly in front of his V8 B5 A4. We LOVE seeing this car out on the track !

NEW PROJECTS

Now this is a project we love . Brian & Allison Thenhaus’ 1982 Porsche 911 SC is getting brought back to life courtesy of 3ZERO3 Motorsports air cooled Porsche specialist Randy Muller. Focusing first on the mechanical items, followed by body work and interior, stay tuned for progress updates on this modern classic.

GETTING THOSE PORSCHES READY FOR SUMMER

We have been busy lately getting our Porsche customers’ vehicles ready for summer. Track prep, and motor rebuilds have been the name of the game for father and son racing team Mike and Sean Thul. But not all Porsches take the winter off. Vail resident Rys Olsen ROCKS his 997 Carrera 4S all year long.

997 C4S with customer powder coated OEM wheels, hanging tough.

The Porsche 951 cars are becoming more and more popular amongst track junkies in Colorado. With a rear mounted transaxle, 50/50 weight distribution, Porsche genes, and low entry cost, you’d be crazy not to love these cars.

944 spec racer motor, ready to be dropped back in the race car and see some wheel-to-wheel action.

Done and done.

EVENTS

The winter season doesn’t present too many opportunities to get out there and put our cars to the test. Except for ice racing of course. We had a blast tearing up the frozen surfaces of Georgetown Lake this winter. With the help of talented local photographer Adam Mattivi, we were able to get some great shots of doing what we love; playing with our cars! If you haven’t seen Adam’s work ,click here.

Getting footage of Val’s V8 A4 on the ice. 

Marshall Law’s boosted S4.

You can’t fake smiles like this.

Garry learned quickly to roll on the throttle ever so gently while putting his supercharged S6 thru its paces on the frozen surface of Georgetown Lake.

NEW EVENTS

The summer event schedule is starting to fill up. We will be announcing summer events as soon as they are confirmed. There will of course be the de rigueur track days, and car shows. But this year we have our sights set on some bigger, brighter, and more lifestyle oriented events.

Lots of seats to fill here……

Cool event space indoor……

……and out !

Stay tuned to 3ZERO3 Motorsports for more details.

3ZERO3 Motorsports continues to be your Denver and Colorado home for Audi, Porsche and Volkswagen maintenance, repair, and high performance tuning. With customers in Denver, the front range, and west of the continental divide our unique approach to high quality customer service, and well priced technical service continue to keep our shop busy and our phones ringing. If you have any questions regarding service, repair, tuning, or just stopping by to see us in action, please don’t hesitate to contact us day or night. We love our customers, our cars, and our work !

]]> http://www.3zero3motorsports.com/blog/2010/03/26/2010-1st-quarter-in-review/feed/ 8 http://www.3zero3motorsports.com/blog/2010/01/22/uti-3zero3-promo-production/ http://www.3zero3motorsports.com/blog/2010/01/22/uti-3zero3-promo-production/#comments Fri, 22 Jan 2010 15:05:13 +0000 Max http://www.3zero3motorsports.com/blog/?p=1343 At 3ZERO3 Motorsports our slogan: ‘Factory Trained, Independently Motivated’ is more than a catch phrase, it is a mission statement. We rely on factory training, manufacturer specific tools, and state-of-the industry equipment to ensure that we service, repair and tune VW, Audi, and Porsche vehicles at the highest level possible.

As such, several 3ZERO3 Motorsports employees have graduated from  Universal Technical Institute’s ( UTI ) Automotive Technology program as well as manufacturer specific training programs. The UTI marketing team, in association with the Moxie Media Group recently reached out to us in an effort to highlight 3ZERO3 Motorsports as a UTI success story for their new National promotional campaign.

Moxie Media crew getting some B Roll footage as Technician Tucker works on a VW Jetta.

FACTORY TRAINED

Ever spent time under the hood of a late model german vehicle ? There is alot going on inside these hyper-modern vehicles.

The proliferation of new technology, and proprietary  electronic equipment has made manufacture specific training a must for the contemporary technician. At 3ZERO3 Motorsports, factory training and certification are mandatory prerequisites for everyone of our technicians.

“Are you ready for my close up ?”. 3ZERO3 co-owner Scott Simpson prepares for his on camera interview.

Many shops rely on ASE certifications to make sure their technicians are up to snuff. However at 3ZERO3 we are Volkswagen, Porsche and Audi specialists. And while ASE certifications are great for general mechanical knowledge, they are not sufficient for our purposes as they do not serve the dedicated body of knowledge that comes with factory training.

Setting the mood for Scott and Max’s interview infront of Sean Thul’s Porsche 944 Spec racer.

UNIVERSAL TECHNICAL INSTITUTE

UTI continues to be the nations preeminent training facility for todays automotive technicians. They have the equipment, instructors, and programs to fast track the career of any aspiring technician.  Their state of the industry equipment, experienced instructors, and dedicated contemporary curriculum have proven to set the standard for automotive training nationwide.

Fim crew swarms over Marshall-Law as he preps the RS4 for its supercharger.

UTI MANUFACTURER SPECIFIC TRAINING

Over and above their  exhaustive list of programs including : automotive, diesel, collision, NASCAR, motorcycle, marine technology programs, UTI offers exclusive manufacturer specific training. This manufacturer specific training spans the full spectrum of the automotive landscape including everything from Ford to Porsche.

These manufacturer specific programs are what allow UTI graduates to walk off campus directly into a high paid position at a dealership.

Marshall-Law modifies a trim piece for a methanol injection kit for the RS4.

3ZERO3 + UTI

3ZERO3 co-owner Scott Simpson, as well as Technician Andrews, and Marketing Director/Advisor Gerson are all graduates of both UTI Automotive technology programs, as well as manufacturer specific training programs.

As UTI was preparing for their newest national promotional video they thought to contact 3ZERO3 Motorsports as we represent a very unique success story relevant to their training program offerings.

Light boxes, everywhere.

UTI understands that 3ZERO3 relies on manufacturer specific training, certification, and dealership experience to provide the highest levels of vehicle and customer service. Adding into the mix our passion for these brands, this type of training, and our dedication to tuning + motorsports, it made all the sense in the world to highlight 3ZERO3 Motorsports as a UTI success story.

Light box waiting patiently for the lights to dim, and be put to work.

We were certainly flattered that UTI and Moxie Media chose 3ZERO3 Motorsports as the focus of this promotional video, though while we are flattered, we are not surprised. We believe strongly in our abilities, our training, and our philosophy.  These are the core principles that allow 3ZERO3 Motorsports to provide the highest level of maintenance, repair, high performance tuning and motorsports applications for Volkswagen, Audi, and Porsche owners in greater Denver and all of Colorado.

Stay tuned to see web versions of this video !

Extended business hours are just one component in our customer service philosophy. 3ZERO3 Motorsports was created to find a better way to service, maintain, modify and race VW’s, Audi’s and Porsches. To us this means being able to drop off and pick up your vehicle without having to miss work. 3ZERO3 Motorsports opens our doors at 7:00am weekdays, and are here working until 6:00pm. This gives our valued clients the opportunity to have their car serviced at their convenience, not ours.

Additionally the extended business hours offered by 3ZERO3 Motorsports means that we can get more work done everyday for you. At other shops a 7 hour job could almost never get completed in a single day, at 3ZERO3 its a walk in the park.

To us, this is how business should be done. Our customers time is valuable, and we are committed to showing you that every single day.

Take a walk thru the shop and our facility as the sun rises, and our customers cars are roused and awakened on a chilly monday morning in Colorado.

The sun rises over the Eastern plains as cars are warmed up, and parked outside.

A 2002 Audi A4 sits in a line of his older brothers, warming as the sun illuminates our day.

Classic cool. This Porsche 944 Turbo is hanging tough on OEM Porsche 911 (996) Carrera wheels.

Old school meets new school. The rear windshield shows the mirrored power lines overhead ( un-pretty) as a big black 2006 Audi A6 3.2 Quattro ( very pretty ) looks on in the distance. (Can you find the 3ZERO3 logo in that shot ?)

The venerable Audi RS6 awakes slowly in the shop. Despite one of the most virile engines ever fitted to an Audi vehicle, this German super sedan still sleeps with his blankie.

A full house indeed. Every night all of our customer cars are parked in our ADT secured,and video monitored facility. Every staff member at 3ZERO3 Motorsports is a Porsche, Audi, and Volkswagen enthusiast. We would never want our vehicles parked outside, and we ensure that your vehicle is safe, secure, and comfortable every night in our shop.

Wheels and tires everywhere. Do you have a dedicated set of winter tires as well as summer tires ? We can store them all for you ! Even if you have a dedicated winter vehicle AND summer vehicle, we can store those here as well

How now, brown cow? The gorgeous espresso interior on this 1998 Audi A4 2.8 is every bit as fashionable today, as it was when Bill Clinton was in office.

Its an Audi 90 party ! Here a couple of Audi 90 Quattro sedans are parked side by side. Have you ever dropped your dog off at the groomer or the kennel for an overnight stay, and got the dog back feeling like they had a really  fun experience similar to that of being at an overnight summer camp ? Well, its kind of like that here at 3ZERO3 Motorsports.

3ZERO3 Motorsports continues to be the number one resource for Denver, and Colorado VW, Audi, and Porsche vehicles. From early morning oil changes, to late night tuning sessions, our dedicated staff of factory trained technicians, and bright, brilliant service advisors is here from dawn til dusk every day. If you have a question regarding maintenance, repair, high performance tuning or track preparation please do not hesitate to contact us, chances are we are sitting next to a phone, or our computer.

The market for used cars is ripe. Since the onset of the recession we have seen used car prices tumble, stumble, and fall. Three years ago Kelly Blue Book (KBB) numbers were the gold standard in  used car values. Today however, the KBB numbers exist more as an optimistic reference.

Got $25,000 to spend ? You name it;

• Audi S4
• Porsche Cayenne Turbo
• Audi A8
• Volkswagen R32

all can be yours with anEXTENDED  SERVICE WARRANTY  in hand for less than $25k.

This may be bad news for car dealers, but represents a great value and opportunity for the  savvy consumer. This market opportunity  has long been a niche that 3ZERO3 customers have benefitted from.

The benefits of buying a used vehicle are immediately obvious:

• Purchase the vehicle at a fraction of the sticker price.
• Extended warranties that protect the vehicle with perhaps better than the manufacturer warranty
• Maintaining a more positive purchase-to-resale value ratio.

Tthe staff at 3ZERO3 Motorsports can help you asses the state of  your prospective purchase, understand the nature and value of any repairs required, and help you build that value with the seller.

Spend a few minutes with us, as we take you thru a successful used car delivery, inspection, emission test, and service with valued customer, 3ZERO3 Motorsports enthusiast, and Denver’s own Trade Show Emporium owner Willis Wood  and  his newly used Audi A4 Avant.

Willis Wood owner of Trade Show Emporium, showing restrained exuberance as he meets his new vehicle in person for the first time.

To say that Willis is savvy consumer, as well as an dedicated enthusiast is an understatement. Willis is the proud owner of an Audi 200 Turbo Quattro, a BMW M Coupe, and now an Audi A4 1.8T Avant. Willis wanted an A4 Avant that he could take 4 people + 4 snowboards to Summit county in speed and style.

Needless to say Willis has an impressive lineup in his garage. Willis attributes this mainly to the value in buying quality used vehicles.

“I honestly don’t think I will ever buy a new car again. The value just isn’t there. I have been buying used cars for the last 7 years confidently, with the help of 3ZERO3 Motorsports. Thankfully, their technicians have talked me out of bad cars, and into good ones. I am not scared of high mileage cars, these are well built European sports cars we’re talking about, if you take care of them, they will last forever. I track my coupe that has over 100,000 miles on it every summer. I am  however scared of bad cars, and I will never buy a car without a used car inspection,”.

Getting the A4 inspected for the very first time.

The Audi B6 A4 1.8T (seen here) was located online from a seller  in Arizona. The seller had performed a healthy amount of performance modifications, but  in recent history had neglected to maintain and repair the car properly. This is fairly typical of the used car market. At some point vehicle owners tend to understand that they will be selling their cars in the near future. As soon as that happens, they lose almost all financial incentive to continue proper vehicle maintenance and repair.

BUT WAIT ! As long as the vehicle does not fall into a terminal state of disrepair, their negligence is your gain !

Upon receiving Willis’ A4, we put the vehicle thru our rigorous ‘Marshall-Law’ vehicle inspection. An inspection so stringent that no fluid leak, loose suspension, or fault code will escape undocumented.

As Technician Marshall inspected the vehicle he found a whole host of concerns not previously disclosed by the previous owner. While Willis purchased the used Audi at an extremely competitive price, these detailed notes on the required repairs gave Willis the tools to go back to the seller, and negotiate an additional settlement.

” I knew the A4 was going to need some work, I really didn’t know quite how much. 3ZERO3 made buying the car easy. I had the car shipped directly from AZ to their shop. They coordinated the shipping of the vehicle, took delivery, and even gave me the (contractual ) option to refuse delivery and get a full refund if I was unhappy with the vehicle. He ( Technician Marshall )  found that the car needed more work than what had been disclosed to me, but they gave me the tools and guidance to work that out with the seller. They performed the work in a week, and now I have an amazing machine,”.-W.Wood

Another benefit to buying a used vehicle, is picking up someone else’s performance project on the cheap.  Willis got a great deal on this vehicle considering it came equipped with :

• Front Mount Intercooler.
• Performance exhaust syetem.
• Turbo boost gauge.
• Performance coil over suspension.
• Performance engine software.
• Short shift kit.
• Cold air intake.
• Upgraded diverter valve.
• Turbo timer.
• Upgraded brake rotors and pads.

And 2 Sets of wheels, including these BBS LM’s !

The A4 needed over 20 hours of work to get it road ready, including cooling system repairs, timing belt replacement, and a host of maintenance. While the sheer amount of work we performed would frighten some, remember this is where the value comes from.

How much would you pay for a vehicle that that as asking price of $15,000 but needs $4,000 worth of work ? Exactly.

When you think about your next vehicle purchase, think about how far that money can be stretched in the used car market. Remember that the only way you can truly asses the state of any used car is by having it properly inspected. The team at 3ZERO3 Motorsports has the tools, training and perspective to save you money on your next used car purchase, and allow you to proceed confidently in the direction of your dreams !

With the support available from 3ZERO3 Motorsports, buying used vehicles is an easy way to own the cars that satiate your need for quality, performance, and safety. If you have any questions about used vehicles, extended warranties or the like, please contact us day or night : contact us

3ZERO3 Motorsports continues to be your leader for Volksagen, Audi, and Porsche maintenance, repair, and high performance tuning. From oil changes, to turbo swaps, , 3ZERO3 Motorsports has the training, dedication, and passion to support our customers, from Denver to the high country and beyond.

For any trade show or display needs 3ZERO3 Motorsports proudly supports Trade Show Emporium.

Have you purchase tires for your vehicle in the last year or so ? If you are a VW, Audi, or Porsche owner, chances are you spent upwards of $500 on those tires. Yeah, not cheap. Performing a 4 wheel alignment annually is the best investment you can make to ensure that those tires last as long as they ought to.

At 3ZERO3 Motorsports we believe that regular 4 wheel alignments are part of scheduled maintenance for all Audi, Volkswagen and Porsche vehicles. Keeping your car aligned ensures :

• Reduced tire wear.
• Better gas mileage.
• Improved handling.
• Safer driviving.

Technician Tucker sits in comfort as he works on this VW R32.

Still not convinced ? Did you know that if your vehicles toe adjustment is off by as much as .34 degrees for a year of driving, that is the equivalent to dragging your wheels sideways for 68 miles or more !

Keeping your vehicle aligned will add thousands of miles to the life of your tires every year.

The heart of the Hunter Engineering Hawkeye system.

3ZERO3 Motorsports employs state of the industry technology to best serve the needs of our customers. A highlight of our facility is the Hunter Engineering Hawkeye Alignment system. With its high definition digital imaging technology, and high end components, 3ZERO3 Motorsports Technicians can ensure a laser perfect 4 wheel alignment every time.

Atop the tower are precision sensors that take high definition images for the heads that we place on your Volkswagen, Audi, or Porsche wheels.

State of the industry mounting equipment is safe even for custom wheels.

Here we see the target head mounted on a B7 Audi S4 Avant with RS4 wheels featuring a custom finish. The hardware we employ is safe for these, and all wheels. The equipment mounted to each wheel is referred to as the target head. The target head is precisely calibrated when mounted, and sends high definition information to Hawkeye system.

On the display monitor each alignment angle is clearly displayed. Every vehicle has different specifications and adjustments. Our Hunter system features the latest WinAlign 11 software which displays factory adjustments for all Audi, Volkswagen, and Porsche vehicles.

When each adjustment turns green, our technicians know they are getting close to that perfect adjustment angle.

Technician Tucker working in a seemingly sublime state. If you listen closely you can hear him whistling Disney theme music as he makes adjustments on this VW R32.

Technology is great. The technology on our Hunter alignment rack is impressive for several reasons.

• Precision : the technological advancements inherent to our Hunter Hawkeye system allows for the most accurate readings, and thusly the most accurate adjustments to your VW, Audi, or Porsche
• Convenience: our alignment rack is configured with underbody lighting, that allows 3ZERO3 technicians clear vision even in the darkest corners of your vehicle. Additionally they can work sitting down or own their feet as they align your vehicle. Gone are the days of lying on your back, swearing and cursing trying to perform alignments.

This is the kind of equipment that ALL technicians want to have at their disposal.

Here’s a great shot of the chassis lighting in place. Technician Tucker working away in apparent bliss and harmony.

Alignments don’t have to be boring maintenance work. Your  lowered track car will also benefit from our precision alignment equipment. Whether you just installed coilover suspension on your VW GTI or its time to get ready to race your Porsche 944 we can dial in your alignment specifications to suite your high speed or cornering needs !

Technician Andrews stands to gain access to B7 S4 suspension components.

3ZERO3 Motorsports continues to provide the highest quality service for your Volkswagen, Audi, and Porsche. Not just in Denver, but in all of Colorado. This means utilizing the best available equipment to service your Volkswagen, Audi and Porsche.

For questions, comments, or concerns related to suspension and wheel alignment, repair or high performance tuning for your Volkswagen, Porsche or Audi, please contact 3ZERO3 Motorsports today !

]]> http://www.3zero3motorsports.com/blog/2009/12/08/all-aligned-up-at-3zero3/feed/ 1 http://www.3zero3motorsports.com/blog/2009/11/18/got-tuning/ http://www.3zero3motorsports.com/blog/2009/11/18/got-tuning/#comments Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:44:19 +0000 Max http://www.3zero3motorsports.com/blog/?p=1151 High performance tuning : so many options, so many questions.

Many of our VW, Audi and Porsche enthusiasts know exactly what they want done on their vehicles. However there are a great deal of customers who want to improve the performance of their vehicles, but really don’t know where to start, or what to ask.

Whether you are a dyed-in-the-wool enthusiast, or someone new to the scene. We have the technicians, the equipment, and most importantly the knowledge and experience to answer all of your questions, and make your high performance ambitions come to life.

Step inside the shop and see what we do for our customers each and everyday.

Here 3ZERO3 Technician Aaron Marshall-’Law’ discusses tuning options with a new customer James Huzella.

Spending time to understand what our customers expectations are is the first step in making sure your high performance tuning needs are addressed. This is not limited to time on the phone, or conversing over email. We always invite customers into our working environment to get their hands and brains wrapped around exactly what we are talking about.

Here Aaron and James inspect new performance parts for James’ 2009 Audi A4 2.0TFSI.

Understanding how specific parts work to increase your vehicles performance, is just something that our Technicians are thrilled to do. Part of what we do is modify your vehicle, but we always want to educate and inform our customers along the way. We enjoy producing high performance machines, likewise we enjoy producing high performance customers.

Aaron and James chatting inside the car after a test drive.

Understanding your drivability concerns is crucial to keeping our customers satisfied. 3ZERO3 Motorsports service advisors do a  great job of listening to our customers making silly noises as they attempt to recreate any noises, vibrations, or harshness that they may be experiencing. But it is the seat time spent with our technicians, that really ensures there are no gaps in our understanding of your drivability concerns, performance or otherwise.

James and Aaron inspecting the performance exhaust system on James’ B8 A4. James was experiencing some unwanted exhaust noises, and Aaron was helping understand not only the cause of the concern, but potential solutions as well.

Look at this happy waiting room scene !

We have a comfortable waiting room for you, your guests and family to relax while we spend time with you and your vehicle.

• Flat screen HDTV.
• Surround sound.
• Movies and satellite TV .
• Fresh coffee.
• Comfortable couches.
• Magazines for both mens and womens interests.
• Climate controlled
• Free WiFi

3ZERO3 Motorsports really and truly understands what it takes to maintain, repair, and improve the performance of your VW, Audi and Porsche. We constantly prove to ourself and our customers that we really are the best option in Denver Colorado for maintenance, repair and high performance tuning. If you have any questions for us please don’t hesitate to contact us.

In Denver, the financial crisis has pushed hard working families out of jobs and out of homes and onto the street. The increasing number of not just homeless people, but homeless families has put a unique strain on non-profit organizations like never before. With reduced revenue from governments and private sector  alike, there is currently less financial support for these now over burdened social agencies.

Did you know that in Denver :

• 43% of the Denver homeless population are women and children ?
• Many people  and families have become homeless because of a job layoff or a health care crisis?
• Over 40% of people in Denver homeless shelters are working ?

3ZERO3 Motorsports is making a pointed effort to do what we can, as individuals, as community members, and as a business to support the needy here in our own backyard.  Our first such effort this holiday season is the creation of the 3ZERO3 Motorsports canned food drive.  The 3ZERO3 Motorsports Canned Food Drive 2009 will benefit :

• The Denver Rescue Mission
• The Rocky Mountain Food Bank

We ask that you please join us in making a real and genuine effort to support the less fortunate. While every non-perishable food item is appreciated and accepted here is a list of the items most in need this winter :

• Canned fruits and vegetables.
• Stuffing mix.
• Instant potatoes.
• Canned pumpkin.
• Canned soup.
• Peanut butter.
• Canned tuna.
• Pasta.
• Rice.
• Cereal.
• Macaroni and cheese mix.

FYI :Canned corn, and canned vegetables can be purchased at local grocery stores for as little as $00.79!

Even if you don’t have an appointment, or a VW, Audi or Porsche, use THIS as an excuse to stop in and visit with your favorite VW, Audi, and Porsche shop in Denver !

If we are a little out of the way for your daily commute consider bringing your donation directly to either the Denver Rescue Mission or The Food Bank of the Rockies.

Denver Rescue Mission : Downtown

1130 Park Avenue West, Denver CO 80205

www.denverrescuemission.org/

Food Bank of the Rockies: near I-70 and Havanna.

10700 E.45th Ave, Denver CO 80239

3ZERO3 Motorsports continues to do what we can to support our customers and their vehicles, as well as our fellow citizen. If you have any questions regarding maintenance, repair, high performance tuning, or motorsports applications for your VW, Audi, or Porsche, please contact 3ZERO3 Motorsports as we are always available for questions and advice.

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