BgThang
07-18-2007, 03:49 AM
My wifes car is ona pprox 95k and we are fixing to go into the shop for the 100k service.
The manual states tranny fluid, tranny additive, fuel filter, plugs, replace timing belt, and drain-refill- and pressure test coolant system.
There is approximately 8 saturn dealers within 100 miles of where I live.
I called all of them to get pricing on this service.
It ranged from 900 to 1400. Thought it was interesting the price difference.
One shop said they automatically include a new water pump, pulleys and tensioner for the timing belt, and all of them included an oil change.
most of the other places will inspect these parts and replace if needed then add to the cost of the service.
I think I am going to bite the bullet and go to the service center that will change everything. the price was approx 1400.00 includes tax.
They will also diagnose the service engine light they consider this part of the service. None of the other dealers would.
if I was just to get the plugs, timing belt, and water pump done it would cost like 1600. So they are definitely giving a discount.
Does this price sound about right. the timing belt would cost itself between 750 - 900 depending on which shop I go to.
We almost have the vue paid off. we only owe 2500 left. We want to keep this for as long as possible. Want to hit 200k and beyond.
We have only had minor things wrong so far, the drivetrain has been absolutely solid. Its just hard to believe the freaking timing belt is nearly as much as a rebuilt motor.
I have done belts myself in hondas, dodge trucks and ford rangers 4 bangers usually, they never ran more then 300 at the dealer.
they want like 375 to do the spark plugs.
excuse the rants its just gonna run 1400 for preventive maintenance.
I guess if it helps to preserve the longevity of the vehicle it will be worth it.
The manual states tranny fluid, tranny additive, fuel filter, plugs, replace timing belt, and drain-refill- and pressure test coolant system.
There is approximately 8 saturn dealers within 100 miles of where I live.
I called all of them to get pricing on this service.
It ranged from 900 to 1400. Thought it was interesting the price difference.
One shop said they automatically include a new water pump, pulleys and tensioner for the timing belt, and all of them included an oil change.
most of the other places will inspect these parts and replace if needed then add to the cost of the service.
I think I am going to bite the bullet and go to the service center that will change everything. the price was approx 1400.00 includes tax.
They will also diagnose the service engine light they consider this part of the service. None of the other dealers would.
if I was just to get the plugs, timing belt, and water pump done it would cost like 1600. So they are definitely giving a discount.
Does this price sound about right. the timing belt would cost itself between 750 - 900 depending on which shop I go to.
We almost have the vue paid off. we only owe 2500 left. We want to keep this for as long as possible. Want to hit 200k and beyond.
We have only had minor things wrong so far, the drivetrain has been absolutely solid. Its just hard to believe the freaking timing belt is nearly as much as a rebuilt motor.
I have done belts myself in hondas, dodge trucks and ford rangers 4 bangers usually, they never ran more then 300 at the dealer.
they want like 375 to do the spark plugs.
excuse the rants its just gonna run 1400 for preventive maintenance.
I guess if it helps to preserve the longevity of the vehicle it will be worth it.