any views here on dealership service plans ?

mahemick

yes im aware of that. the plan is not with the dealership - i already checked that out, it is with EMAC .
DoaM said:

My brother works for Vertu Motors in the office that sells service plans .........

If you would normally dealer service anyway then it can be reasonable value. Plus it means it's already paid for so you don't need to remember to save up for it/have the funds set aside - it depends on how well you normally budget your finances. But don't take the first offer from the dealer ... you can get further discounts if you hold out for a few weeks. Which dealership/brand are you buying from?

thanks for that - i wont rush to decide ...

mahemick

well nomad we were told we had to use a toyota dealership re battery warranty when we bought the prius but i will check again...

Nomad2020

mahemick said:

well nomad we were told we had to use a toyota dealership re battery warranty when we bought the prius but i will check again...

Batteries yes, they told me I could get an extra years warranty if I have them serviced with toyota dealership, but as for servicin . As long as the garage uses genuine parts the car keeps its warranty

fred246

What is a genuine part? If Mann make oil filters for VW some will be stamped VW and some will be stamped MANN. Is only the one stamped VW a genuine part?

Mercdriver

fred246 said:

What is a genuine part? If Mann make oil filters for VW some will be stamped VW and some will be stamped MANN. Is only the one stamped VW a genuine part?

Heinz used to make baked beans for supermarkets as well as their own more expensive tins.  Do you think they used the same concentration of tomatoes in the sauce in the own brand as in their version?  

When VW order parts from a third party, they specify the tolerances etc - that is not privileged information, as they set the parameters for the manufacturing.  

fred246

I think you are saying only the one with a VW stamp on it is considered genuine.

MX5huggy

What if you write the car off or sell it? The discount is not big enough for me. 

motorguy

fred246 said:

What is a genuine part? If Mann make oil filters for VW some will be stamped VW and some will be stamped MANN. Is only the one stamped VW a genuine part?

Yes, just get a mobile mechanic to do it with spurious parts from a motor factors.

That always works out.  

fred246

In the old days I think people used to go to the dealers for 'genuine' parts but with the advent of the internet and a bit of research it becomes clear where parts are sourced from. VW don't make filters or oil. You can find out who makes them for VW and buy them much cheaper from the original manufacturer. I was just wondering for the purpose of a warranty what genuine meant.

motorguy

fred246 said:

In the old days I think people used to go to the dealers for 'genuine' parts but with the advent of the internet and a bit of research it becomes clear where parts are sourced from. VW don't make filters or oil. You can find out who makes them for VW and buy them much cheaper from the original manufacturer. I was just wondering for the purpose of a warranty what genuine meant.

Yes best to skimp as much as possible on servicing a new car under warranty.

That always works out well when you need warranty work done or are hoping for a goodwill gesture for a failure post warranty.