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3 year car service/MOT
I have a 55 plate KA, so only worth about £3500, and it now needs it's first MOT and a 3 year service.
I got a reminder through from the Ford Garage who serviced it last year, who quoted me £175 for their Premier Value Service and MOT (half price if booked at same time as service).
I phoned another garage, who wanted £250 for the two, so decided to go with the first one, as they were nice last time. When I phoned them back, they then said I needed a full service and MOT, which will cost £300! I pointed out that they didn't mention this last time, and what was the difference, so they waffled something about filter changes, and insisted I needed this full service.
I've been thinking about it all afternoon, and think it's way too expensive for my ickle Ka! I feel like they're trying to rip me off...
So, can anyone shed some light on what I actually NEED when a car reaches 3 years old??!?
Thanks!
I got a reminder through from the Ford Garage who serviced it last year, who quoted me £175 for their Premier Value Service and MOT (half price if booked at same time as service).
I phoned another garage, who wanted £250 for the two, so decided to go with the first one, as they were nice last time. When I phoned them back, they then said I needed a full service and MOT, which will cost £300! I pointed out that they didn't mention this last time, and what was the difference, so they waffled something about filter changes, and insisted I needed this full service.
I've been thinking about it all afternoon, and think it's way too expensive for my ickle Ka! I feel like they're trying to rip me off...
So, can anyone shed some light on what I actually NEED when a car reaches 3 years old??!?
Thanks!
Should've = Should HAVE (not 'of')
Would've = Would HAVE (not 'of')
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Would've = Would HAVE (not 'of')
No, I am not perfect, but yes I do judge people on their use of basic English language. If you didn't know the above, then learn it! (If English is your second language, then you are forgiven!)
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It depends on how many miles are on the clock." The greatest wealth is to live content with little."
Plato0 -
lilac_lady wrote: »It depends on how many miles are on the clock.
Oh, 24k I think. (too cold to go out and check!!)Should've = Should HAVE (not 'of')
Would've = Would HAVE (not 'of')
No, I am not perfect, but yes I do judge people on their use of basic English language. If you didn't know the above, then learn it! (If English is your second language, then you are forgiven!)0 -
Maybe it's due a bigger service then. Check your handbook and phone a couple of smaller garages before you book it in." The greatest wealth is to live content with little."
Plato0 -
It would be due the bigger service this time round. I am sure that you will find a good independent near you who can be competitve re the price. An MOT should not cost more that around £53 - lower hopefully.
An independent will service your car and change/replace only what needs replacing. Hopefully they will check the spark plugs - and grease them even if they do not need replacing, as they have a tendency to rot in.
The service should only be 2 hours labour at most. Hopefully that will give you a guide line as to what is or isn't a good price. Its not worth skimping on a service, personally, I like to know that my car has been gone over thoroughly and is safe to drive.Genie
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sell me the ka0
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I offer £4000
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Go to http://www.etis.ford.com/fordservice and you can see what needs doing. It includes plugs change, aircon check, all wheels off and check brakes etc.
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All of the above (and more) should be checked on ANY service if the garage is worth any salt.........Go to http://www.etis.ford.com/fordservice and you can see what needs doing. It includes plugs change, aircon check, all wheels off and check brakes etc.Genie
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I reckon garages must make a packet on services lol.:rotfl:0
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Pinkshoes, I don't know much about cars, but I think you are seriously under valuing yours.0
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