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Bluewater Performance Starting from his garage, owner Gabe Adams has built Bluewater Performance from the ground up. He always had a passion of all things automotive, and after working out of his garage, decided to invest in a small, one lift shop.

Continued success led him to expand into a larger building, with more shop space in 2012, and from there, that shop has doubled in size with the addition of the new connected shop space next door. Bluewater now occupies a 10,000 sq foot facility, with 5 lifts, an AWD Dyno, and a large inventory area.

Bluewater was built on hard work, and with the support of the incredibly enthusiastic VW and Audi community all across the country. When not at the shop, BW is participating in events all across the nation, including Wuste, Wookies in the Woods, EuropeanCar GP, SCCA Autocross events, and more!
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Audi At Bluewater Performance, we specialize in high quality Audi service. We offer the same level of service and routine maintenance you can get from a dealership and service using the same OEM parts. We also provide high performance aftermarket upgrades to squeeze every ounce of speed, acceleration, and handling out of your vehicle.
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New Shop Mural Painted By DJ Chilcote
New Shop Mural Painted By DJ Chilcote
665HP Unicorn 2004 VW R32 United Motorsport Tuned Built By Bluewater Performance
665HP Unicorn 2004 VW R32 United Motorsport Tuned Built By Bluewater Performance
665HP Unicorn 2004 VW R32 United Motorsport Tuned Built By Bluewater Performance
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Steven Rash
May 19, 2022
I was having some backfiring issues with my MK7 Golf R. After doing some research I went to Bluewater to have new APR ignition coils installed. They had the parts in stock and were able to squeeze me in to get the job in less time than it took to drink a bottle of water, all at a fair price. I have also used them in the past for a transmission tube and they did a great job then as well. Definitely will be back!
Jacob Light
May 19, 2022
I had a United Motorsports custom tune installed on my 2.5. Blue water performance was extremely nice and helpful and was able to get my vehicle tuned in a very timely fashion. I would recommend them to any one else with a European car and will likely use them again in the future
Kevin Volpe
Mar 18, 2022
Bluewater Performance is one of the best shops in Denver. Professional, thoughtful and respectful. Just had a number of services done on my '04 GLI. Clayton and Ben both worked on my car and they offered thorough explanations of what was wrong and steps needed to correct the issues. Colton was my service advisor and was also incredibly helpful and patient with all my questions.

The team at Bluewater went above and beyond to make sure my car was right before I took it on a multi-thousand mile trip. I really appreciate the quality of service I received and would highly recommend Bluewater Performance to anyone in the area with a German vehicle.
Andrew D.
Mar 01, 2022
Top notch VW/Audi shop in the Denver metro area. Been going here for years for anything performance related. Ben takes great care to ensure they do it right the first time. They will go above and beyond
Jordan Morrissette
Feb 22, 2022
Worked with Bluewater a few times now. Got a Stage 2 tune put on my car with the recommended intake and downpipe back in September of 2021 or so. Shortly after I had my spark plugs and engine coils replaced, one of the engine coils was faulty and caused my engine to misfire which was unfortunate but they were pretty accommodating getting me in first thing the following morning and running a diagnostic to make sure everything else was good, and obviously to replace the faulty coil.

Most recently I replaced/upgraded my clutch and that process was very smooth and timely. I mainly worked/interacted with Jaryd who was always knowledgeable and good at communicating.
Austin Elwess
Feb 14, 2022
Took my Audi S4 to them to get a new suspension kit installed. I had some bad issues with rubbing, so I told them to raise the height, even though I loved the way it sat as-is. They installed the new suspension in a day and then called me when they were done. Turns out they didn't need to increase the height, they were able to eliminate the rubbing by trimming something in my wheel wells causing interference with the tire. My car rides better than ever, and still has a nice agressive stance. Highly recommend Bluewater Performance!
Sean Barmettler
Feb 09, 2022
One of the few shops in town that will align a Tesla, and it completely changed the handling for me. on a brand new one, no less. Tesla wanted weeks of wait and entirely too much. These guys did it on the spot, and for half of Tesla's price. I've owned shop before and have extensive experience that helps me build my own, or in cases of alignments and the activities I dont do, spot a good or bad shop, and this location is great.
Base Buddy
Jan 26, 2022
Really cool facility and it was especially nice as their waiting room allows you to see your car being worked on. Friendly staff and communicative. If you need work on an Audi, VW or BMW, these guys seem like they have it figured out! Great first experience! My repair was simple but they probably saved me a couple thousand by knowing what they were doing versus taking it to a standard repair shop.
Chris Gilmore
Jan 12, 2022
I went to Bluewater for a turbo install and an alignment. They did an amazing job. I left the car there while I was on vacation, but once they got to work on the car, it took them a day and a half. One of the best shops for German in Colorado Services: Wheel alignment, Auto engine tuning
Aurom Mahobian
Jan 11, 2022
Colton and the guys at the shop were amazing to deal with every step of the way. Professional, knowledgeable, and super helpful. I have a brand new SQ5 and it handled like a minivan.the guys swapped out the puny factory sway bars with H&R performance sway bars (front and rear). Immediately after leaving the shop I enjoyed driving the car so much more as it now feels way more responsive and tightened up! These guys are great. I will be back for sure!
Mack Page
Dec 19, 2021
Jared and the blue water staff provide outstanding service, In an unbelievable facility, at a very fair price. Way to go guys! Super job on the tuneup of my 2014 R-Line beetle and installation of a traction control switch. Love the way my car performs! In short, this is a top-notch shop that I recommend to everyone looking for high-quality work at a fair price.
Omar Sanchez
Dec 13, 2021
Awesome shop. Took in the car for a water pump replacement and they got me in fast. Great pricing compared to the dealership and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend and Colton was awesome.
Carol Briggs
Dec 07, 2021
I am a first time customer. My eurovan check engine light came on and I had difficulty starting the engine. The first available appointment was a week away but when they learned this is my only vehicle they had me drop it off to be fit into the schedule. They diagnosed the problem the next business day and completed the work the following day. They were thorough, had excellent communication and were very professional.
Alex Zerr
Dec 04, 2021
Bluewater is my go to shop for anything that I can't/don't want to do myself. There are a very professional group and great at what they do. They are the only shop I trust to work on my car. Service: Tuning
David Mietzner
Dec 03, 2021
This shop is as good as they come. 10/10 communication with Ben the whole time, very knowledgeable and a straight shooter. Very personable and respectable Can't wait to get back in with them for more work to be done!
Ian S.
Nov 18, 2021
These guys know what they are doing, they have updated their communications platform and give very detailed pics and comments about everything going on with the car, the advisors are definitely on top of every car in their shop! Well done fellas! Services: General repairs & maintenance, Oil change, Wheel alignment, Steering / Suspension, Engine repair
Clayton Howes
Oct 29, 2021
The guys a Bluewater were very professional, friendly, and clearly run a clean shop. Of all the German car shops I've been to over the years, theirs was the most impressive between the easy, modern service experience and the cleanliness of the shop itself. Are just one visit, I would recommend them to any German car owner.
Sam Velarde
Sep 16, 2021
I had a bit of a scary situation while driving on the highway-- the suspension (Airlift) started to go out while driving! I was able to safely pull over, but by that time, the front of my car was completely aired out with no ability to raise it back up. Once I was towed to the shop, Colton took care of me immediately. It was last minute and I knew how busy they were so I didn't expect my car to be done for 2+ weeks. Surprisingly enough, they got the work done to fix my front lead lines and an oil change after about a week! Super satisfied by the work done here.
Nate S.
May 21, 2021
Excellent experience here. I had Bluewater do an upgrade from APR Stage 1+ to Unitronic Stage 2 on an Audi RS3. They installed the downpipe/midpipe (which is a really involved install) and did the software updates. I plan to take my car back to them for all service in the future. Wish I had started out here instead, but hindsight is hindsight Really friendly and helpful staff, you can tell that they are all car enthusiasts for sure.

The service website is great, too. Detailed updates, chat forum for questions, pricing and approve/deny for extras like changing the cabin air filter, etc. Easy access to the shop from I25 or I76, nice location. An excellent shop overall.
Brian P.
May 01, 2021
Great shop to work with, everyone is incredibly knowledgeable about Audis. Took my A5 and S6 here. They always give great advice, are trustworthy, and reasonably priced.
Jon H.
Mar 28, 2021
Colton and Alex were fantastic to work with! They delivered (ahead of schedule) a very professional and clean install of a Unitronic Stage 2 tune, down/mid pipes, turbo inlet, intercooler, catch-can, P3 gauge with ethanol sensor, and fuel injectors on my 2018 Audi RS3. I would definitely recommend Bluewater to all in need of regular maintenance and aftermarket performance tunes on Audi vehicles. Thanks Guys!
Dave B.
Mar 20, 2021
I own a 2016 MK7 Golf R and have had a variety of modifications and services done at Bluewater (most recently port injection and tuning to run E85) and the quality of work and customer service is outstanding. I have ZERO concerns about leaving my car with them to work on. Jaryd, Colton, and Ben have collectively spent hours on the phone with me answering my questions and discussing various tuning/modification options.

They are all extremely honest and enthusiasts themselves. I really can't speak highly enough about the team at Bluewater. If you own a German vehicle and are looking for tuning, performance mods, or just general service, you can rest assured that they are the best you will find in the greater Denver area.
Brian G.
Mar 04, 2021
I've had issues with my car that another shop won't resolve. It's been a long few months but this is my shop now. Ben has been awesome in helping me get my Audi back on the road. Thanks y'all.
Zain K.
Mar 02, 2021
Can't say enough positive things about these guys. Brought my GLI in after the dealer overwrote the APR tune they did last year. I was super stressed out as I couldn't tell if they really did overwrite it or it was just in my head. Turns out it absolutely wasn't. It only took Bluewater 30 minutes (it felt more like 15 since I spent the whole time having good conversation with the guys upfront) from walk-in to flash it back and throw in some needed updates. Now it feels like my GLI drives even better than before!
Jamie R.
Mar 01, 2021
HANDS DOWN THE ONLY PLACE TO TAKE A VW. ANY CAR REALLY! They know what they're doing, they're the best at it, and they care about you! I will continue to rep this place until I am too old to remember them. Thanks BWP for your excellence, wisdom, and service.
James P.
Jul 15, 2020
Colton and Jared were great to work with. They were able to get me in earlier due to a large need to get my car fixed asap. Quality repair and great customer service. I will be returning in the future. Had a new clutch installed in an Audi A4.
Sasha M.
May 05, 2020
I brought my GTI in for an APR tune and had a great experience. The process itself was super quick, everyone was really friendly, and everything was explained to me in advance. I will definitely be coming back in the future!
Omid K.
Mar 29, 2020
Had a great first experience! Ben is really knowledgeable yet chill. He contacted UM to have them make a Tiguan haldex tune for my mom's APR stage 2 Tiggy. She noticed loves it! I am DIYer but plan to go them for complicated stuff like eventually putting in a k04 turbo. Sidenote, there are a lot of sweet cars to gawk at in their lot, I'm talking to stripped interior with thicc tires.
Armando T.
Apr 26, 2019
Been taking my car to these guys for a few years. They are honest and recomend work done and not just try to take advantage. Recently had a coolant system failure and they took care of me and worked with the price. If you have an Audi, check these guys out first, they have a playstation on the waiting room win win
Brian D.
Jul 03, 2018
Dope boys! I've had nothing but good experiences here and the guys have been patient, informative and fair. I had a serious issue with my brand new car and these guys were able to pull some strings and get the demon fixed for next to no cost. The APR programs are dope and I'll be giving these guys business for as long as they keep treating me right.
Ryan
Jun 28, 2018
This is by far the best shop I could choose to do the work on my 2018 Audi TTS. I drove all the way from Wisconsin to Denver for them to work on my car. They completed a full APR stage 2 install with a UM tune in a day! I send all of my local friends from Wisconsin to order parts from them because their customer service is amazing and they always have the best pricing. Highly recommend Bluewater to anyone looking for the job to be done right!
Sonny P.
Apr 10, 2018
Took my E90 M3 in for a differential and transmission fluid change. These guys were great, honest, and very knowledgeable. Walked out paying a little less than what I was originally quoted. Looks like I found the right place for my ///M to get serviced.
Michael W.
Jan 13, 2018
These guys are great. Upfront quote that was pretty spot on, (they found some additional issues while under the car so we got that worked out as well), and they used a couple of parts I had bought online without any of the push back you'd normally get from a shop. Great communication, they take the time to explain the whats what, quick response times via email and phone, fair competitive pricing over the stealership, very knowledgeable (without google!) about my M3 make model, issues, manufacturing defects, and pain points.

They build relationships here, have a super cute shop puppy, and love our cars as we do. BTW guys, she runs great, pulls hard, and drives much tighter. need more power though.;)
Cat F.
Dec 14, 2016
Bluewater Performance is my go-to for all of my Audi and Volkswagen needs. My cars always get the greatest care, and the service is always professional and welcoming. There is a nice waiting room with a Keurig and ice cold water, as well as a large television to keep the boredom away while you're waiting on your vehicle. The staff is knowledgeable and the technicians always make detailed lists of your car's needs. Bluewater also specializes in modifications for your vehicle including tuning and suspension.

While I haven't used these services yet, I'll be sure to take my car there if I want to modify anything. There is also a Dyno at the shop! I highly recommend Bluewater Performance for all of your European car needs.
Michael L.
Aug 19, 2016
Bluewater came in clutch for me today on a Friday afternoon. I had installed my downpipe on my MK7 GTI earlier in the morning and was struggling around town trying to find a shop that would flash a stage 2 APR tune for me. After calling 2 other shops and them pushing me to the following week saying they couldn't fit me in on short notice for a simple 20 min flash. I called Bluewater and they took my car in and had me flashed and out within 30 min. Nice shop cool guys would definitely recommend them
Jim B.
Aug 28, 2014
Took our new GTI to Bluewater Performance for R springs & apr stage 1 chip. Magnificent. Project done on time at extremely reasonable cost. Outstanding performance boost. Gabe/Bluewater was a pleasure start to finish. That was April. This afternoon we picked up our 2001 Eurovan from Bluewater. They installed H&R rear springs & adjusted rusted-tight front torsion bars (adjacent to gas tank; had to be torch-loosened). Again: quality work, very fair price, on time, great handling improvement and enthusiasm. Terrific shop.
Tesla Napierala
I have always taken my Audi to Bluewater for service and couldn’t be more confident with the impeccable work that is always done. The level of professionalism within the staff is very admirable, they are always willing to go the extra mile to be helpful and informative. I will never bring my Audi to any other shop!
Rhonda Sheryl
I just wanted to give this team the credit they deserve. If you are looking for people who you can trust, who are knowledgeable and passionate about what they do, this is where you need to be! I wouldn’t let anyone else work on my cars. They truly are professionals who strive to take care of their customers!
Mike Boyka
Where to begin... All I can say is that if you own a VW or an Audi this is the place for you! Jaryd, Ben and the team will give you an honest review and then present you with educated decisions based on your goal for the car from performance to OEM based solutions. As a dedicated enthusiast who was new in town they took over right where my old home shop (Tyrol Sport) left off and have done an amazing job on my cars from the performance machines to the grocery getter's. So if you're looking for an honest shop that will steer you right - look no further!
Paul Winningham
Always fast and friendly service. The techs know what they're doing, and always have good ideas. Whenever I bring my car in they get right on it and always finish up sooner than expected. Would definitely recommend Bluewater if you're looking for a VW/Audi performance shop in the Denver area.
Kyle Mandt
BW has always treated me great. They have done everything from routine maintenance to full out custom builds for me. I would advise coming here for your tuning, maintenance or repair needs for your VW, Audi or BMW.
David Monagle
I brought my B6 A4 to Audi Denver for a squishy brake problem, and was told I needed a new master cylinder and brake booster, to cost $1400. I felt like having a second opinion so I brought it to Bluewater based on the great reviews. It turns out I had a lot of air in the line, and all was needed was a power bleed. I can't thank the team here enough for being honest and quick to diagnose and fix the problem.
Matthew Tomek
Just moved to town from Michigan and these guys reflashed my tune on my A4, while giving me lots of insight on the area and how my car would perform in high altitude. Definitely going back in the near future!