Anyone used an online site to book a sevice?

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Thu 4 May 2023 18:05

Anyone used an online site to book a sevice? - Kankerot

I have a VW Golf estate import from Japan and though I don't drive it much - about 3k a year and the service light is on.

I don't have the previous service book so I decided to book a garage for servicing and found the site - A garage service booking company who seem to offer servicing at major dealerships - but whats the catch?

I am being quoted £150 for a major service but its at the Honda dealership but my car is a VW Golf - so could Honda service my car or its not worth the risk?

NOTE from mod, we have had these sort of things before, and the booking site, take a commission and you will find that is a basic price, VAG spec oil will cost more.

BUYER BEWARE

Edited by _ORB_ on 04/05/2023 at 18:30

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Thu 4 May 2023 18:15

Anyone used ? - Xileno

I would look for a VW specialist who will know the car better than Honda and will almost definitely be cheaper. £150 for a major service sounds suspiciously cheap to me. Basically an oil and filter change is all you will get for that at a main dealer.

Edited by _ORB_ on 04/05/2023 at 18:30

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Thu 4 May 2023 18:19

Anyone used online booking - Kankerot

This is what is supposed to be included. Its the third column - major service.

Parts includedEngine Oil

Oil Filter

Air Filter

Fuel Filter (if fitted externally, if not replace pollen filter)

Top-ups includedWindscreen additive

Coolant

Brake Fluid

Power Steering Fluid

AdBlue (Diesel engines only - extra cost if needed)

Checks includedGeneral ChecksExternal lights, instrument warning lights and horn operation

Internal / VisionDoor, bonnet and lock operation

Operation and condition of windscreen wipers and washers

Pollen filter condition and advise if replacement needed (extra cost)

Air conditioning system operation

Windscreen for cracks and chips

External and internal mirror condition

Number plate condition

Seat belt operation

EngineGeneral oil leaks and advice

Antifreeze strength and advise if replacement needed (extra cost)

Radiator and coolant hoses condition and leaks (including header tank)

Radiator cap

Electrical coolant fan (if applicable)

Auxiliary drive belts (NOT timing belt) condition and tension

Fuel system and tank (if visible)

Timing belt replacement intervals and advise

Change spark plugs dependant upon age and mileage (extra cost)

BrakesBrake fluid condition and advise if replacement needed (extra cost)

Visual check of brake pads for wear

Visual check of brake disks for wear

All visible brake pipes and hoses

Hand brake operation

Brake callipers for leaks and security

Wheels and TyresTyre condition and tyre depths

Tyre pressure and adjust

Steering and SuspensionRoad springs

Steering/suspension components

Steering rack gaiters condition

Shock absorber condition

Wheel bearings

ExhaustExhaust smoke (diesel)

Exhaust condition and advise

Drive SystemCheck drive shaft gaiters for security and report leaks

Clutch operation

Clutch fluid level (if applicable)

Transmission oil leaks

Final ChecksReset vehicle service light where applicable

Stamp printout of service schedule