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17-05-2013, 09:43 AM
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Location: North Coast, NSW
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I know this topic gets mentioned quite a bit on the forums, but I thought
I would highlight the fact that, from what I read here on the forums, some of the city service centres and franchise dealers seem to be charging way, way too much for car services. I live in regional NSW and my mechanic is an experienced, independent sole operator. I just recently had the following work done on my BA Falcon: - General service including.... - New engine oil and oil filter (Penrite oil and filter supplied by mechanic) - Re-grease front swaybar bushes - Replace 2 x idler pulley bearings (idler pulley and engine pulley) - General "look-over" car safety inspection - Test drive - Log book stamp Price: $189 total (parts and labour) I guess the tip here is to get a few quotes next time you are getting your car serviced. A big flashy, franchise dealership may not represent the best value for money!
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17-05-2013, 10:44 AM
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Grease sway bar bushes?
New engine pulley?
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17-05-2013, 12:10 PM
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general look over is always a tricky one, and depends entirely on the individual doing the job whether in an independant shop or dealer, it may consist of a glance making sure nothing is falling off......... 2 minutes , or a very thorough serious look that can take quite a bit of time, that does sound a good price for job done EB92.
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Falcon Service Costs.... City and Regional Comparison
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