72k service - high quotes, what shall I do?

[ScarySquirrel]

Hi all,

My 182 needs a 72k service in about 500 miles, however I do not need the cam/aux kit/belts doing as these were both done a 1yr/19k miles ago.

I've called my local Renault garage and they quoted £249, another local Renault garage (indy place) quoted over £300.

I went to JMS last year but I can't really take a day off this time around to take it to them so I need to find somewhere local.

My other option is taking it to Mr Clutch for their Gold service at £170:

Price : http://www.mrclutch.com/services/servicing/servicing-price-list
Schedule : http://www.mrclutch.com/services/servicing/service-schedule

What shall I do?

Thanks

 

[SimonR.]

What's included?

Can you not do a lot of it yourself or?

 

[ScarySquirrel]

I didn't ask what Renault included in their service. I told them it's the 72k service without aux/cam though, so I assume it's everything that is usually included with a 72k service.

What's included?

Can you not do a lot of it yourself or?

I wouldn't know where to start, and I'd like to keep the book stamped really.

 

[Goodj]

If you're not done 12k or had 2 years since your last service I'd be tempted to wait until MOT time and get the GOLDPLus MOT package.

 

[ScarySquirrel]

If you're not done 12k or had 2 years since your last service I'd be tempted to wait until MOT time and get the GOLDPLus MOT package.

My last service was 60k, so it is due. Unfortunately I had my MOT a couple of weeks ago as well, I probably should have done that then really.

 

[Revels]

How much are JLS? Why can't you take the day off?

 

[ScarySquirrel]

How much are JLS? Why can't you take the day off?

I imagine JLS are in hot demand right now
Still waiting for Tom@JMS to email back with a quote.

I have no holiday left unfortunately, I've got time booked out for a house move, Bestival in September, and Christmas

I could pull a sicky I suppose, but I'm not that kind of person really.

 

[Rob]

Do it yourself! I'll give you a hand!

 

[The Boosh!]

Do it yourself! I'll give you a hand!

No stamp for the service book y0.

Just take it to Renault. You will be able to barter on the price they gave you anyway.

 

[ScarySquirrel]

Just called Tom, and he said I only need a 12k service done really due to them doing the cam/aux recently.

 

[ScarySquirrel]

Do I need coolant and brake fluid changed? If not, Renault says they can do it for £179, which means I don't have to spend £30 getting to and from JMS.

 

[Rob]

No stamp for the service book y0.

Just take it to Renault. You will be able to barter on the price they gave you anyway.

Stamp? For an 8 year old french car? Mental.

 

[Cookson]

Stamp? For an 8 year old french car? Mental.

+1

not even hard to get hold of stamps these days

 

[SimonR.]

Isn't that the basic service?
Oil change and filters? (plus checks to find non existent problems)

 

[ScarySquirrel]

So I shouldn't bother at all? Just get someone to do an oil change, clean the filter in my JMS IK, and get some new spark plugs?

 

[Goodj]

Sounds like a plan

 

[ScarySquirrel]

Now to find someone who can do those things :S

 

[Blue Mez]

Renault will match any price given by another garage that is vat registered!

but if that is still too expensive, go with a garage that isn't vat registered and they'll do it alot cheaper.

 

[mugglesquop]

my mate went to Mr Clutch, car has been fubarred since.

 

[Clouder]

72k should be coolant, brake fluid, and plugs, along with oil/filter, and air filter. If it were me I'd want Renault to do ALL that and gearbox oil too whilst there. Don't forget you're paying for all the checks they (apparently) do too...

 

[Blue Mez]

72k should be coolant, brake fluid, and plugs, along with oil/filter, and air filter. If it were me I'd want Renault to do ALL that and gearbox oil too whilst there. Don't forget you're paying for all the checks they (apparently) do too...

I had a service carried out at Evans Halshaw along with an MOT and they spotted a broken front spring and replaced it under warranty for me. they aint all bad

 

[Clouder]

Exactly, and it's worth it for the stamp also I think

 

[ScarySquirrel]

Sod it, I'm just taking it to Renault, I can't be arsed with the hassle.

 

[Blue Mez]

Which dealership though? Evans Halshaw?

 

[ElkWorks]

i just keep receipts for oil and filter changes, and scribble the mileage on them and stick them in the handbook on my daily astra, and also on my motorbikes.

may be worth doing with any garage you get to do it

 

[ScarySquirrel]

Which dealership though? Evans Halshaw?

No, just the Renault dealer in Tunbridge Wells where I live.

 

[sideways danny]

all you need is a 12k and possibly the brakes bleeding. you had the engine changed so all the fluids were done

 

[ScarySquirrel]

If I buy this - http://www.northwestperformance.co....ducts_id=89&osCsid=abdcqu7bm9jp97njpnu7btmgn5

And any fluids I need, is there anyone on here who could do it all for me?

I'll pay obviously

 

[Budgie]

It really isn't difficult to do it yourself.

I'll do it for you for a beer token or two, but i'm only about 1500 yards away from JMS, lol.

 

[jimjim150]

I thought the Mr Clutch bit was a joke... :clown:

 

[Andyman]

I thought the Mr Clutch bit was a joke... :clown:

Wonder if Mrs Clutch has a tight gearbox

 

[Rob]

If I buy this - http://www.northwestperformance.co....ducts_id=89&osCsid=abdcqu7bm9jp97njpnu7btmgn5

And any fluids I need, is there anyone on here who could do it all for me?

I'll pay obviously

I'm not sure how long it'd take you to get down here mate, but I'd be game.

 

[Wick]

Two Techs in Dartford were £160 I think for 12K service, just had mine done last month

(Stamped YO!!)

 

[alex-avfc]

Wonder if Mrs Clutch has a tight gearbox

No, shes very loose because Mr Clutch rides her (the clutch) all the time.

Or am I clutching at straws?

 

[jimjim150]

No, shes very loose because Mr Clutch rides her (the clutch) all the time.

Or am I clutching at straws?

:slap:

 

[ScarySquirrel]

Right, I've changed my mind again, I'm moving house and got loads on at work this week, as well as a shed load of photography work to sort out so I'm just going to take it to Renault and get it done and dusted. Yes it's a bit pricey, but **** it, it's only money! I don't mind paying extra if it means less arsing around driving places and buying bits myself.

 

[Cookson]

isnt that kit from NWP lacking something........... the oil, lol

http://www.worldofpartsltd.co.uk/catalog/product_info.php/clio-major-service-kit-p-355

 

[montana]

i just keep receipts for oil and filter changes, and scribble the mileage on them and stick them in the handbook on my daily astra, and also on my motorbikes.

may be worth doing with any garage you get to do it

thats what i do.

It will take you an hour max to do the oil (including letting it all drip out....drip....drip....drip) coolant and spark plugs can be done easily - guides on here

Honestly i would try and do it yourself, you will save a packet and be able to sleep easier at night - you just need to find the time

 

[montana]

isnt that kit from NWP lacking something........... the oil, lol

http://www.worldofpartsltd.co.uk/catalog/product_info.php/clio-major-service-kit-p-355

thats expensive - considering the NWP is £62 and only missing the oil. The Evolution stuff is £30 max (£90 all in delivered) - thats without scouting the internet for cheaper prices etc

Plus money on top if you want to do the gearbox oil

 

[Derelict-UK]

When I do the oil & filter change, I just keep the receipts for the paper work and write down the mileage at the time of change.

You also know what oil is being used.