Daniel C

Dan C is a highly skilled automotive professional and a Certified BMW Master Technician with more than two decades of hands-on experience working exclusively with BMW vehicles. After completing extensive factory training, he developed deep expertise across both classic and modern BMW models, earning a reputation for precision, problem-solving, and technical excellence.

Before founding Bimmer Performance Center LLC, Dan C worked at several major BMW dealerships in different states, where he handled complex diagnostics and advanced repairs on a daily basis. Those years in dealership environments shaped his approach to quality, efficiency, and customer care – and revealed a clear need for a true dealer-level alternative for BMW owners seeking reliable service outside the dealership network.

Interestingly, his path to BMW wasn’t a straight line. Dan C originally earned a certificate in Aviation Maintenance from Lewis University and worked in high-pressure environments at Chicago O’Hare and with United Airlines. While aviation sharpened his technical discipline, he ultimately realized his passion belonged in the automotive world. He graduated as valedictorian from Universal Technical Institute and was accepted into the competitive BMW STEP program, where he spent seven months training full-time, eight hours a day, focused entirely on BMW engineering.

After three years at Bill Jacobs BMW in Illinois, Daniel relocated to Raleigh in 2005 in search of warmer weather and a slower pace of life. He continued his career at one of Raleigh’s leading BMW dealerships before eventually launching Bimmer Performance Center LLC, bringing with him over 20 years of specialized BMW experience.

Today, Daniel’s expertise, leadership, and dedication to the BMW brand form the foundation of Bimmer Performance Center’s reputation. His commitment to exceptional service and technical excellence continues to set the standard for BMW care in the region.