Service options

[Arjxh56]

Whats the general opinion on main dealer vs indie service?
I got my car from a main dealer and it has a full main dealer s/history. I have just short of 2 years warranty (extended plus) left on the car.
I am looking at the pros and cons of keeping the history Main dealer, vs going to an indie, such as BR, and what this will do to the future value / ease of selling / selling options etc..

My initial thoughts are that most would prefer a main delaer history and that by going indie route i will narrow my selling audience and reduce its value?

[Arjxh56]

I agree that for those in the know with regards to BR and especially those that already use them, it would be fine, but thats a narrow group i feel?
In general though, indie versus main dealer... (not specifically BR).. what would the impact be?

[Arjxh56]

yeti said:

You sound like you've made up your mind? Is the plan to keep asking until someone says DEALER ONLY!!!

Would make no odds to me as long as it was a proper AML specialist, not a backstreet garage or general 'specialist' and I would like it backed up with invoices to see what had been done. A service book stamp shows you had an oil and filter change, doesn't show what was rectified or whether plugs/coils/pollen filters were done as sometimes these are opted out of if not felt they're needed.

Not really... When i purchased mine i was of the mindset that i wanted dealer history, warranty etc... I had never dabbled in AM before and felt it would be a comfort blanket, but i knew it would be more expensive.
My dealer experience was not how i expected it to be and has cast doubt in my mind, which is the reason why i am now looking at the alternative indie route. I just dont want to jump ship immediately without doing a little research or it might kick me in the nuts & wallet later!

[Arjxh56]

I will look into my AM warranty as I am not sure what the Ts and Cs specifically say about servicing. From having a conversation with a reputable indie it looks like it might be fine for service items to be completed by indies but not for warranty repairs.
I will post back when I get the official line....
Thanks

[Arjxh56]

MichaelV8V said:

Have a look at this site to get some comparison prices http://www.servicethecar.com/

Nice one thanks...