Service Cost - Local Garage

TITEASCRAMP

Just wondered what people normally pay for a service

Pew_Pew_Pew_Lasers!

It helps to know what car you have.

mr_cool

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 anyway

Pssst

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.

Unstoppable_2

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.

TITEASCRAMP

What about having the serv history book stamped?

Pssst

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.

TITEASCRAMP

What do you do with the oil?

Pssst

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.

happyhappydays

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.