Does non-OPC brake fluid change affect warranty
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When I have my 2 year old Boxster serviced in September OPC's want £150 for a brake fluid change.
If get this done somewhere else or DIY will it affect warranty or any future Porsche warranty extension that I may purchase.
I can not understand why they officially charge £150 for a 981 and £75 for a 986. Surely the work is the same.
If get this done somewhere else or DIY will it affect warranty or any future Porsche warranty extension that I may purchase.
I can not understand why they officially charge £150 for a 981 and £75 for a 986. Surely the work is the same.
Some cars need a specific computer connected to the car for a bfc to cycle the abs pump and change all the fluid. You can normally do a decent job diy but you might not get fluid through the pump and all the actuators. Differences in the system might in part explain the difference between 981 and 986.
had 3 brake fluid changes done at OPC's and never been charge more than £75. Never had less than 20% off any service, with minimal negotiation. This is on cars less than 4 years old. If they won't play ball ring your next nearest OPC.
I've never paid significantly more than independents charge.
They want the work, but be prepared to be flexible on dates etc and they'll do a deal.
I've never paid significantly more than independents charge.
They want the work, but be prepared to be flexible on dates etc and they'll do a deal.
wilkos said:
had 3 brake fluid changes done at OPC's and never been charge more than £75. Never had less than 20% off any service, with minimal negotiation. This is on cars less than 4 years old. If they won't play ball ring your next nearest OPC.
I've never paid significantly more than independents charge.
They want the work, but be prepared to be flexible on dates etc and they'll do a deal.
My argument was why should I pay the same as someone who did not buy a car at this showroom, worked everytime for me.I've never paid significantly more than independents charge.
They want the work, but be prepared to be flexible on dates etc and they'll do a deal.
I haggled when I bought my 997 , so why should I not haggle over buying services they can provide?
If you do go the OPC route, check the level when they've finished and before you drive off. They short filled mine, but of course there was no problem getting it topped up a couple of days later.
It's irritating that OPCs have different prices for the same job on different aged cars but the reason is clear.
It's irritating that OPCs have different prices for the same job on different aged cars but the reason is clear.
Devil's Advocate but the extended warranty is something you choose to take out, it's not forced upon you. Why shouldn't you be expected to abide by the terms of it if you sign up for it?
I agree that some of the impositions the warranty imposes on you are a touch illogical, or could be viewed as anti-competitive, but ultimately you can't have your cake and eat it.
I agree that some of the impositions the warranty imposes on you are a touch illogical, or could be viewed as anti-competitive, but ultimately you can't have your cake and eat it.
Durzel said:
Devil's Advocate but the extended warranty is something you choose to take out, it's not forced upon you. Why shouldn't you be expected to abide by the terms of it if you sign up for it?
I agree that some of the impositions the warranty imposes on you are a touch illogical, or could be viewed as anti-competitive, but ultimately you can't have your cake and eat it.
We all also "signed up" to EU competition and consumer protection law that, in large part, prevents these kind of rip off practices.I agree that some of the impositions the warranty imposes on you are a touch illogical, or could be viewed as anti-competitive, but ultimately you can't have your cake and eat it.
ORD said:
We all also "signed up" to EU competition and consumer protection law that, in large part, prevents these kind of rip off practices.
On the manufacturer warranty, yes. The Block Exemption rules you allude to ensure people can take their cars to indies, etc. The extended warranty is a contract you sign, agreeing that you will abide by the terms. If you don't agree with them, why bother getting it at all?Gassing Station | Porsche General | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff