Heisenberg

Recently hit 1,500 miles. Dealership (M-B of Scottsdale, formerly Phoenix Motor Company) wanted $350 for the LSD differential fluid change. I know the fluid isn't cheap but this seemed excessive.

Took it to a quality private shop near where I work (Autohaus of North Scottsdale, owned by a former dealership lead technician) and didn't even inquire about the cost. I was expecting it to be a bit lower, turns out it was much lower - $155 including tax.

I'm never going back to the dealership unless I need to for warranty work.

Steinhart

do you know what they charge for service A and B? is there any down side to going there vs. a dealer?

ajm0623

i paid $250 for the rear diff service at my benzo dealer (owned by autonation). just fyi as a data point.

Ruff507

Just dropped off my C63 507 for LSD service. (1800 miles)

Just read the quote... $250.00

hyperion667

mine was 102.00 back when I had it done......
34 for the fluid and 68 for labor, agreed, deal is a rip lol, I love the indy shop I use, hey're passionate and better priced, easier to deal with; even has a loaner


good luck

Heisenberg

Not sure but give them a call and ask. Guarantee that will be much less than the dealership - their labor rate is $95/hr and they don't charge more hours than the book time.

Only downside is that if you need a loaner car, you will have to pay for it. And if there is any warranty work to be done, they'll instruct you to get it done at the dealership.