The local Fiat dealer quote over £300 for a first (2-year) service. This seems somewhat expensive for some checks and inspections and changing the oil, filters and plugs. The car has only done about 8000 miles.
I am tempted to do the service myself (parts < £100, including Selenia K P.E. oil). The only items I don't have the kit for are checking the engine management systems; exhaust gas emissions; and stamping the service record.
(I'm not convinced that the plugs and air filter should need replacing after 8000 miles, but I may do them anyway, if it's only for the cost of the parts and my labour.)
Obviously the 2-year warranty expires at the same time as the 2-year service is due, which leaves the 3rd year warranty (which is reputed to be of little value), the 3-year paint warranty and the 8-year anti-perforation warranty which may be invalidated.
Given that I haven't had to make any claim on the warranty so far, and there is no sign of paintwork damage or corrosion, I'm not convinced that it is worth paying an extra £200+ just for a service stamp and the continuation of these warranties.
Any comments ?
Background:
TA Lounge bought pre-registered from Motorpoint - brand new, but 6½ months into warranty. Low mileage (limited to keep insurance cost down, with learners). Intention to keep it long-term, so more concerned with proper maintenance than stamps in service book.
I am tempted to do the service myself (parts < £100, including Selenia K P.E. oil). The only items I don't have the kit for are checking the engine management systems; exhaust gas emissions; and stamping the service record.
(I'm not convinced that the plugs and air filter should need replacing after 8000 miles, but I may do them anyway, if it's only for the cost of the parts and my labour.)
Obviously the 2-year warranty expires at the same time as the 2-year service is due, which leaves the 3rd year warranty (which is reputed to be of little value), the 3-year paint warranty and the 8-year anti-perforation warranty which may be invalidated.
Given that I haven't had to make any claim on the warranty so far, and there is no sign of paintwork damage or corrosion, I'm not convinced that it is worth paying an extra £200+ just for a service stamp and the continuation of these warranties.
Any comments ?
Background:
TA Lounge bought pre-registered from Motorpoint - brand new, but 6½ months into warranty. Low mileage (limited to keep insurance cost down, with learners). Intention to keep it long-term, so more concerned with proper maintenance than stamps in service book.
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