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Honda service-where should I go

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sturgeon
sturgeon Posts: 396 Forumite
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I have a Honda Jazz, which needs an annual service (it's actually well overdue). I have used the local Kwik-Fit for my MOT for the last 2 years as it's literally a 20 second drive away and they haven't unreasonably charged me for anything (the last MOT they didn't feel anything was needed for it to pass).

The full service is £145 there. I've been told (online) that Kwik-Fit not only charge more than others for the service, yet they will also rip me off and find problems with the vehicle.

I can't find anywhere cheaper than Kwik-Fit for a full service (other chains charge £180-200+). I'd assume local garages are far more likely to find 'problems' with the car. What should I do?

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  • Hammyman
    Hammyman Posts: 9,913 Forumite
    Tried the main dealer? My local Ford dealership was £2 cheaper than the cheapest one I could find that did a service to the mftrs spec.
  • Inactive
    Inactive Posts: 14,509 Forumite
    Comparing the price of a service is almost impossible without knowing exactly which oil and other components are to be used.
  • somech
    somech Posts: 624 Forumite
    try asking friends and family where they go

    avoid the big chains like the plague is my best advice
  • LandyAndy
    LandyAndy Posts: 26,377 Forumite
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    edited 8 June 2010 at 4:09PM
    I would have thought a decent local independent would be your best bet. Your car is obviously at least four years old. Is there a local Honda dealer? At least ask them for a price. Main dealers will report every little thing that is wrong or may need attention soon. That doesn't mean that you have to get all those things done immediately.
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