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Service Cost - Local Garage
TITEASCRAMP
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in Motoring
Just wondered what people normally pay for a service
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It helps to know what car you have.0
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It would depend on the car and what was going to be done in the service. People are often fooled by what is actually done in a service.
I do most servicing myself anyway0 -
What? you mean a simple oil and filter change? Do it myself. That way i know its been done and whats been used i.e quality products.0
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On my Capri, I can do a major service myself for under £40. On my Mondeo TDCi, the main dealer charges £175 for a major service.
On my wifes FTO we had quotes from local garages from £200 to £380.
ONE THING TO REMEMEBER
Always check what they include in a service. Different garages have different ideas. Don't assume just because it's more expensive that they do more.Conor
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What about having the serv history book stamped?0
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TITEASCRAMP wrote: »What about having the serv history book stamped?
What about it? Just fill it in yourself and keep the receipts ofr the parts. Thats what i do FWIW.
A stamp in a book is not proof of work done or good quality service.0 -
What do you do with the oil?0
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TITEASCRAMP wrote: »What do you do with the oil?
The old oil? i put it in an old container and when i am next going to the local recycling centre, i take it there where there is a waste oil facility. At least i know that quality oil is used and not just bulk stuff from a big barrel.0 -
Just booked my car in for a service at the main dealer as I want a full service and cam belt change. Once they quoted the price i then asked if a discount was available and they reduced the cost by £169! My usual small independent garage wanted to charge more than this and I get the reassurance that the important cam belt change is done to a high standard using genuine parts.0
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