Do I need a Porsche dealer to fix my air suspension?

I have a 2017 Porsche Cayenne S which has a problem with the air suspension which is not working and Porsche said it will cost £4300 to put right. Porsche say the compressor and relay aree gone and need...

Does a dealer service history make a used car worth more?

Is there any difference in the price I would be offered when trading in a car if it has a full main dealer history or a full history from a local garage? I am asking this due to the very high cost from...

Can I manually adjust the windscreen wipers on my Mercedes-Benz EQA?

Is it possible to manually adjust drivers side windscreen wiper, which touch A pillar, on a Mercedes EQA. Dealer states computerised job, half hour labour, £90.

Should I use main dealer or independent servicing for my car?

My Skoda Karoq is nearly three years old. I’ve only done 20,000 miles and it’s running well. As car prices have increased considerably in the last three years I intend to pay the balloon payment at the...

Is there a database of maintenance costs?

Is there any publication that informs us of the frequency and servicing costs for different makes and models . I ask as l have been quoted £700 for a small Volvo PHEV for its second two year service, with...

I'm keeping my BMW X5 10 years, should I use a dealer for servicing?

We have just taken delivery of our new BMW X5 (GO5 model) 3.0-litre petrol MHT M Sport and intend keeping it for 10 years. Would it be best to have servicing etc done by BMW or a specialist who can enter...

Should I use an independent garage to service my car?

I purchased a 2018 Toyota Auris last year - just over three years old. The main dealers I purchased from have called me to book it in for service and MoT. Apparently, this is a major service, and will...

Is a manufacturer warranty still valid if a car is serviced outside the dealer network?

I am trying to help a friend concerned that a franchised dealer might try to rip him off by demanding the vehicle has its first service done by them to retain the warranty. I'd thought that they could...

Will using an independent garage invalidate my car warranty?

My BMW X1 requires an oil service, as per the computer, with 9,000 miles on the clock. If I get this done by another garage will it invalidate the warranty?

Can I use an independent garage for my car's first service?

I have a Kia Rio GT Line, which is due for its first service. I would like to hear your thoughts on whether I should go to the main dealer, which is quite a long way from my house, or my local garage (just...