Maintenance service A, B cost thread
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From: Orlando, FL
2008 E350
Mercedes-Benz of Orlando
From a flyer I picked up while waiting for my "free" carwash today:
Flexible A-Service "starting from" $249.99
Flexible B-Service "starting from" $599.99
Loaner car if purchased from them, still under warranty, and an appointment made 2-7 days in advance. That gives them time to reserve a loaner.
Otherwise, shuttle service. Or Enterprise rental.
They have also picked up the car from me at work and left me a loaner car when I was having warranty work done on the previous C240.
From a flyer I picked up while waiting for my "free" carwash today:
Flexible A-Service "starting from" $249.99
Flexible B-Service "starting from" $599.99
Loaner car if purchased from them, still under warranty, and an appointment made 2-7 days in advance. That gives them time to reserve a loaner.
Otherwise, shuttle service. Or Enterprise rental.
They have also picked up the car from me at work and left me a loaner car when I was having warranty work done on the previous C240.
Last edited by GGM; Jan 26, 2008 at 02:46 PM.
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From: BC, Canada
2003 C230K Coupe Orion Blue
William ... I love him, he's the best. Apart from getting my service B done, he also offered to replace both my airbags (due to damage from break-in) and provided me with a loaner vehicle free of charge even though I was out of warranty. Saved me about $1000+
I really don't mind paying a higher price for better service.
I really don't mind paying a higher price for better service.
)I do find that strange though, as they should be working off a standard pricing list. Can you post which items are being charged at your last service? Also, they don't get a commission off service, I asked. If you appreciate your SA, a gift would be most appropriate.
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2001 C240
At Helms Brothers in Flushing, New York City, Where I have done every service, state inspection, oil change, etc., I received a postcard saying they permanently reduced the price of the A service to $189 and the B service for $295. This is for the C-Class only.
I have changed the oil myself on 2 other cars I own , a 1990 Toyota Celica and 1990 Honda Civic since they were brand new. When my mother bought the 2001 C240, I told her I will have this car serviced at the dealer only, like the "rich people" do
I have changed the oil myself on 2 other cars I own , a 1990 Toyota Celica and 1990 Honda Civic since they were brand new. When my mother bought the 2001 C240, I told her I will have this car serviced at the dealer only, like the "rich people" do
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http://www.surrey.mercedes-benz.ca
Silver Star Auto M.B.
15508 - 104th Ave
Surrey, British Columbia
V3R 1N8
Tel : (604) 581-7662
http://www.surrey.mercedes-benz.ca
Silver Star Auto M.B.
15508 - 104th Ave
Surrey, British Columbia
V3R 1N8
Tel : (604) 581-7662
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From: So. Oregon Coast
C230 Sport Coup + 2006 W164 ML350 + 99 Ford Escort RIP
DIY
A Service- 1 Filter- $15
7 Quarts oil- $45-50
Inspections- Free
Total- $65
1 time fee for drill operated pump- ~30 including shipping.
(Surflo boatersworld.com )
Not get a single drop of oil on your hands, and pumping directly into the
container provided by the local trash company for recycle, and done in 15 minutes, priceless.
+ maybe another 15-30 minutes to look everything over, complete the checklist.
B Service-
Oil Change- $65
Air Filter- $15
Cabin Filter $10
Distilled water - $2 (for battery)
Wiper Blades- $40
Total- $132
Belts if needed (maybe every 60K miles for good luck)- add $50
Inspections- Free
Addtl. parts or services as needed upon inspection per the check sheet.
(Like the bi annual brake fluid flush, which I do actually prefer to pay someone for)
And, note that when you go in for B service at the dealer you may not
even get an air filter or cabin filter.
It not considered required.
They just inspect or rotate the filter 180 degrees per the check sheet.
7 Quarts oil- $45-50
Inspections- Free
Total- $65
1 time fee for drill operated pump- ~30 including shipping.
(Surflo boatersworld.com )
Not get a single drop of oil on your hands, and pumping directly into the
container provided by the local trash company for recycle, and done in 15 minutes, priceless.
+ maybe another 15-30 minutes to look everything over, complete the checklist.
B Service-
Oil Change- $65
Air Filter- $15
Cabin Filter $10
Distilled water - $2 (for battery)
Wiper Blades- $40
Total- $132
Belts if needed (maybe every 60K miles for good luck)- add $50
Inspections- Free
Addtl. parts or services as needed upon inspection per the check sheet.
(Like the bi annual brake fluid flush, which I do actually prefer to pay someone for)
And, note that when you go in for B service at the dealer you may not
even get an air filter or cabin filter.
It not considered required.
They just inspect or rotate the filter 180 degrees per the check sheet.
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2004 C230 Kompressor Sport
Thats what I want to know. I do all my own oil changes, and if a B Service is only that minor stuff, I'll do it myself. ****.
lol.
I've been workin on cars for years. this thing aint that hard to figure out.
How do I go about resetting the computer in the car though, so it shuts up??? It's been naggin me for 600 miles.
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Thats what I want to know. I do all my own oil changes, and if a B Service is only that minor stuff, I'll do it myself. ****.
lol.
I've been workin on cars for years. this thing aint that hard to figure out.
How do I go about resetting the computer in the car though, so it shuts up??? It's been naggin me for 600 miles.
lol.
I've been workin on cars for years. this thing aint that hard to figure out.
How do I go about resetting the computer in the car though, so it shuts up??? It's been naggin me for 600 miles.
turn ur igition to first or second position(forget which one) and go to the service screen and press and hold the reset button until it resets.
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C320 Coupe
I just paid $500 for a service B at a local European repair shop. Included oil change with Euro formula oil, 12 Denso iridium plugs, fuel filter, Polen Filter, Air filters and other minor parts. All parts, except plugs, were MB parts and work is overseen by a MB dealership mechanic. Car runs great.
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If your in the bay area, RAB in Marin had the absolute best price on service B at $369 including wiper replacements. That was with a coupon from the dealer. Not sure if they are still running that special.
If you're at service B, chances are you're ~50K in which case you should seriously consider a transmission service which mercedes now recommends at 45K.
If you're at service B, chances are you're ~50K in which case you should seriously consider a transmission service which mercedes now recommends at 45K.
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For those in Bay area, RAB Motors has a special on their website, $149 for A, $249 for B. I wonder if other dealers will be willing to match this one. Smythe, Park Avenue, and Autobahn usually take competitor coupons. Too bad I have another 4K to go for B service. Hope the deal sticks around until then.
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For those in Bay area, RAB Motors has a special on their website, $149 for A, $249 for B. I wonder if other dealers will be willing to match this one. Smythe, Park Avenue, and Autobahn usually take competitor coupons. Too bad I have another 4K to go for B service. Hope the deal sticks around until then.
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From: NorCal
'02 CL203 M111
My last service B was $1200 at 60k miles everything has been done from all fluid +steering flushed... to oil change, brake pads and front rotors, oil and fuel filters plus intake and cabin filters, and some more little stuff like 13th pin in transmission leaking ...don't really remember.
Now the B is coming up again at 75k miles... I guess it won't be that bad this time.
1) What should I focus on besides the rear diff oil...?
2) Is there somewhere else in Sactown area that do a good job?
Thanks.
Now the B is coming up again at 75k miles... I guess it won't be that bad this time.
1) What should I focus on besides the rear diff oil...?
2) Is there somewhere else in Sactown area that do a good job?
Thanks.
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