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Realistic expectations for a major service incl belts...



JJH

  Elise
First off, apologies because I know this is such a common topic, but I'm thinking of pulling the trigger on the purchase of a 182 that is due for the big 72k service including belts and the full works, plus a couple of tyres. It's a 182 (with air con). I'm thinking that realistically I'm probably looking at £1k all in. Is this a fair estimate in the "real world" rather than the "my mate heard of someone who got it all done for £xxx" world?

Also would be looking for a decent specialist in the Kent/Sussex area and while places like Portsmouth (RenTech) or Essex(Mark Fish) are possible, I'd prefer something a little closer to home if possible. Suggestions gratefully received.

Thanks.
 
  Mec 350 slk manual
Depends on how much you are paying for the car and then shelling out 1k on top
I would buy one that's got a good service history and belts just done from someone like
R-Sports cars on here who sells top notch clios
 
  clio 182 trophy
600 for service and then depends on what tyres you want. Many different opinions on tyres. I have michelin ps3's atm and tbh the pirellis are a better option as the price is a lot cheaper.
 
  P2 172, Mazda 6 est
I was quoted around £600 for belt and dephaser by Ren7oaks who should be local to you. Obviously this includes aux belt kit as well. Dunno how much for fluids etc but I wouldn't pay someone to do that anyway.
 
  A4 tdi quattro sport
Can I ask a stupid question but why is it so expensive to do the belts on the 182. Audi done my timing belt on my s3 for £350. Is it an engine out job?
 

Rubicon_

ClioSport Club Member
  Defender 110
It just requires a lot of labour due to poor access, a few parts need to be removed to gain access etc.
 

sburrell93

Scotland - South
ClioSport Area Rep
^That, and also the parts involved. The belts on their own aren't TOO expensive, my local specialist does the timing belt and aux belt for £380 all in, but as soon as you add the dephaser on top of that, it's roughly another £200, and then you might need new oil and oil filter for the dephaser too, and that could be another £40-50 with a decent spec oil.
 


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