Main dealer servicing prices
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Posted this in another thread but didn't get much response so thought I'd try a new one. Just like to know peoples experience, particularly with Gatwick
Servicing prices seem to vary massively, even between franchised dealers
My car is coming up to its 2nd service (1st one on this engine though), and I've used Gatwick TVR so far (purchased car through them) and they've been pretty good for warranty work and that so I'm keen to go back to them. Only problem is, according to their fixed price servicing (www.gatwicktvr.co.uk/service_costs ), it is going to cost me a fortune:
12000 mile (2nd) service - £936.03 (my car will be on 8500 miles)
Given it may need an interim tappet adjustment as well, it could be another £352.50 on top of that - the web site is not very clear and seems to state the £936.03 service does not include the tappets
Now I like Gatwick, but I can't help feeling they'll be pulling my pants down a little bit if I go with them - I'll be looking at a £1500 service if I get the rear tyres replaced as they are not too far off. Any experiences here?
It is worth noting that if anyone like me has the TVR approved used warranty, with the wear and tear option, you MUST use an approved dealer. Otherwise I'd probably go to Austec
Servicing prices seem to vary massively, even between franchised dealers
My car is coming up to its 2nd service (1st one on this engine though), and I've used Gatwick TVR so far (purchased car through them) and they've been pretty good for warranty work and that so I'm keen to go back to them. Only problem is, according to their fixed price servicing (www.gatwicktvr.co.uk/service_costs ), it is going to cost me a fortune:
12000 mile (2nd) service - £936.03 (my car will be on 8500 miles)
Given it may need an interim tappet adjustment as well, it could be another £352.50 on top of that - the web site is not very clear and seems to state the £936.03 service does not include the tappets
Now I like Gatwick, but I can't help feeling they'll be pulling my pants down a little bit if I go with them - I'll be looking at a £1500 service if I get the rear tyres replaced as they are not too far off. Any experiences here?
It is worth noting that if anyone like me has the TVR approved used warranty, with the wear and tear option, you MUST use an approved dealer. Otherwise I'd probably go to Austec
Gatwick are good but expesive..... The tappets are extra on the 12k service so add another few hunderd for that.
However, give them a call and ask if they can do a deal. There is always a deal to be had when times are hard.
I'd be iterested to know your experience if you go somewhere else.
However, give them a call and ask if they can do a deal. There is always a deal to be had when times are hard.
I'd be iterested to know your experience if you go somewhere else.
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