135,000 brutality.

[Crisis63]

Job details

Make: Holden
Carline: VE Commodore 3.6 4 Speed Auto
Service: 135,000km/9 Yr Serv
Est Time: 2 Hour(s)
Est Cost: $334.00 - 441.00 (Inc. GST)
Average Cost: $413.98 (Inc. GST) *This is the actual cost based on over 152 service invoices

Job instructions
Carry out service to manufacturer specifications.
Replace engine oil and filter.
Check all drive belts, condition and length.
Check cooling system.
Replace air cleaner element.
Check exhaust system.
Check all oil levels.
Check steering & suspension components.
Check front and rear brakes for wear.
Check all seat belt components.
Check park brake operation (adjust if required).
Check lights, wipers, tyre pressure & all fluid levels.
Replace remote battery(s).
Clean and lubricate auto trans shift linkage.
Check all air conditioning components and performance.
Check battery electrolyte and fluid level.
Carry out road test to manufacturer handbook.
Replace brake & clutch fluid every 2 years regardless of km's.
Replace coolant fluid every 5 years regardless of km's.
Reset service reminder display.
Check transmitter range of security system.
Check for & complete all relevant campaigns & recalls.
Rotate & balance wheels if required.
Inspect constant velocity joints for damage.
Check final drive & auto trans for leaks.
Inspect tyres for irregular wear or damage.
Inspect oil pan shield for damaged or loose parts.
Check final drive oil level.
Check park brake linings & drums for wear.

Parts

Battery cen - 1 piece(s)
Element a/cl - 1 piece(s)
Oil filter pkg - 1 piece(s)

Oil & Lubricants

Standard Engine Oil - 6.5 Litre(s)

Armed with this information basically you are changing the oil, filters and a small battery.
$40 for oil, $5 oil filter, $20(?) air filter, $5 (?) battery = > $80.
Most of those checks are easily accomplished with a reasonable amount of automotive knowledge. I rekon some of them probably get “bypassed” anyway even in dealership services….

 

[Rufys]

Can't afford servicing, don't buy a car. Simple.

 

[Voodoo_SV6]

6.5 litres of oil for $40, I wouldn't like to have that in my car unless you're talking about 205 litre drums of something half decent, same for an oil filter, that would have to be a no name after market brand

 

[50LTRv8]

Can't afford servicing, don't buy a car. Simple.

I can't afford to pay for servicing, but I sure as hell can afford to DIY.

 

[Rufys]

I can't afford to pay for servicing, but I sure as hell can afford to DIY.

Also a good option - if you know what you're doing. And accept the resale hit.

 

[Voodoo_SV6]

I have never had a service warranty booklet checked at trade in time except to check there is the booklet.

I have the delaer service m ine till the warranty expires then I do it all myself, never been an issue

 

[Reaper]

Also a good option - if you know what you're doing. And accept the resale hit.

Things that a dealer stamped service book does:

1. Lets you write "full dealer service history" in the add for selling the car.
2. *may* on some occasions make a car easier to sell

Things it doesn't do:

1. Get you any more money for the car
2. Make any difference in most cases.

I have serviced my wife's cars for many years and sign off the service stubs myself to verify the service has been performed. Occasionally people ask and I say it has a documented service history. Nobody has ever questioned it. Just don't try to pass it off as something it's not and you are fine

Reaper

 

[Kernal]

You went to a dealer? lol your stupidity had been rewarded.

 

[Rufys]

Try telling them you did it yourself next time. People will offer less!

Rufys

 

[Kernal]

And to help out. Next time where ever you decide to take it. Tell them and be very firm. Before you do anything call me and tell be what you thing should be done and how much it will cost. And ill tell you what to do.

Man take it to a good (look for a good one, ask around) local mechanic. Plain and simple, they're not gonna charge you for topping up your window washer fluids.
Everyone know dealerships are scum.