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Car Service

tomred1 · 2009-10-13 15:15:26

Couldn't check if this was posted before as search function is down. I am looking for a comprenshive list of what a basic car service should consist of and what would be a reasonable price for this. Maybe a sticky should be made on a car service?

13-10-2009 3:15pm

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tomred1

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Couldn't check if this was posted before as search function is down.

I am looking for a comprenshive list of what a basic car service should consist of and what would be a reasonable price for this. Maybe a sticky should be made on a car service?

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#2 13-10-2009 3:18pm

biko

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It depends on the make of your car and which service it is (a 10.000 mile service is different form a 2000 mile service).
It should be covered in your cars' manual.

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#3 13-10-2009 6:26pm

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Basic service usually consits of
changing the
Spark plugs.
Air filter.
Oil change.
Oil filter.
Brake pads(check maybe even renewal).

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#4 13-10-2009 7:30pm

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I doubt if replacement brake pads would be included in a basic service - they would be an additional cost.

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#5 13-10-2009 7:40pm

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The condition of the brake pads would be checked alright but by default changing them would not be part of a basic service.

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#6 13-10-2009 7:56pm

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tomred1 wrote: »

Couldn't check if this was posted before as search function is down.

I am looking for a comprenshive list of what a basic car service should consist of and what would be a reasonable price for this. Maybe a sticky should be made on a car service?

Plug your reg into http://www.irishcarservicing.ie. You should get a quote straight away. I think it also includes a list of what's covered.

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#7 13-10-2009 8:09pm

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Check out Volvoboys thread and do it yourself.

http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2055422868&highlight=SERVICE

Comprehensive advice there. I did my first service ever last month after reading the thread and not only have I saved 100+ euro I also know what an engine looks like now.

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