While I'm not currently involved with racing, once I get my full set up, it is something I am very interested in. I'll have to pick your brain when the time comes.
I've seen a gentlemen with a large Australian or New Zealand flag on his rear window, and the vanity plate DC Mini in Ashburn. Been a while since I saw him so further details escape me.
Mechanics and shops obviously have different levels of expertise and skill, however when it comes to my MINI I don't want anything rushed. The more TLC in a less chaotic environment, the much better I feel about it.