Estimate On 60K Service
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Estimate On 60K Service
Hi, I had the following work done and want to compare it to what others paid:
Tune-up, plugs replaced.
Air filter.
Fuel filter.
Brakes and suspension thoroughly inspected, exhaust, all belts & hoses checked.
Brake flush.
Mercedes coolant flush.
Mobil 1 Oil service.
Faulty water temp sender replaced.
I checked with our dealership and the quoted $$600
for the 60k service. I don't know what it included.
So, I went to a reputable mechanic and they charged $688, $421 which was labor - $228 of that from the tune-up alone. Labor cost $76 per hour. This was not necessarily a Mercedes or German car specialist either.
Thanks for any responses.
Tune-up, plugs replaced.
Air filter.
Fuel filter.
Brakes and suspension thoroughly inspected, exhaust, all belts & hoses checked.
Brake flush.
Mercedes coolant flush.
Mobil 1 Oil service.
Faulty water temp sender replaced.
I checked with our dealership and the quoted $$600
for the 60k service. I don't know what it included.So, I went to a reputable mechanic and they charged $688
, $421 which was labor - $228 of that from the tune-up alone. Labor cost $76 per hour. This was not necessarily a Mercedes or German car specialist either.Thanks for any responses.
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From: San Jose, CA
2000 E430 Sport
I got a good deal
There is a place in the bay area that was having a special. I payed $395 at a place called Group Specialists in Redwood City CA. They even gave me a free rental car for the day. I droped my car off at 8am got it back at 4pm, the same day. 
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From: Bay Area, CA
2002 E320 Special Edition
mike430sport,
That's great info to know as I am searching around SF South Bay Area for MB independent shop once the factory free maintenance schedule is over. Was the service up to your satisfaction? Is it a clean and organized shop? Are the service advisor knowledgable?
Thanks ahead....
That's great info to know as I am searching around SF South Bay Area for MB independent shop once the factory free maintenance schedule is over. Was the service up to your satisfaction? Is it a clean and organized shop? Are the service advisor knowledgable?
Thanks ahead....
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