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Hi all,
I am not sure on where to take this, but this service cost issue seems to be a complete scam. When I talked to my service advisor he said the first service is just change of wiper blades, change of brake fluid, and cabin filter.
Earlier threads on this forum have shown some horrific quotes being shown, but this one takes First price I think. I think there was an earlier suggestion for members to expose dealers in each country that tries scams like this. That seems a good idea to get a list of honest Porsche dealers where you could buy your car and have them looked after.
I would love to hear from our members here in Switzerland and Germany to hear if they can advise any quotes they have received and also a recommendation of good service centres in Switzerland as well as Germany, if close to the French borders. I certainly will take a mini break and drive there for a few days. Nice hotel, lovely meals and some sightseeing. Oh and still cheaper that the quote in France, if the prices from Porsche Center Paderborn are correct.
https://www.porsche-paderborn.de/de/service-wartung_de_pad.html.
Here is a copy of the quote I have received
Since I am not a good French reader I have tried to translate it as best as I can.
Verification and cleaning before (Labour)
checking water drains, Including removing and reinstalling the lid and wiper arm
Additional work for verification of the sunroof (Labour),
verify the water drains.
Additional work for checking water drains,
checking and cleaning door sill (Labour) including Removing and Reinstalling wheel housing liner and rear wheels,
Remove door sill trim
Additional maintenance - every two years
Replace brake fluid, check puncture sealant
Replace the puncture sealant (after expiry date check)
1 x dust pollen filter
1 x brake fluid
1x puncture sealant
Why all the checking of drains should be a cost borne by me is beyond comprehension. If there is a design flaw I would expect Porsche to rectify this.
If there only was a real alternative available on the market just now? With all the issues we have had this does not feel good.
I am not sure on where to take this, but this service cost issue seems to be a complete scam. When I talked to my service advisor he said the first service is just change of wiper blades, change of brake fluid, and cabin filter.
Earlier threads on this forum have shown some horrific quotes being shown, but this one takes First price I think. I think there was an earlier suggestion for members to expose dealers in each country that tries scams like this. That seems a good idea to get a list of honest Porsche dealers where you could buy your car and have them looked after.
I would love to hear from our members here in Switzerland and Germany to hear if they can advise any quotes they have received and also a recommendation of good service centres in Switzerland as well as Germany, if close to the French borders. I certainly will take a mini break and drive there for a few days. Nice hotel, lovely meals and some sightseeing. Oh and still cheaper that the quote in France, if the prices from Porsche Center Paderborn are correct.
https://www.porsche-paderborn.de/de/service-wartung_de_pad.html.
Here is a copy of the quote I have received
Since I am not a good French reader I have tried to translate it as best as I can.
Verification and cleaning before (Labour)
checking water drains, Including removing and reinstalling the lid and wiper arm
Additional work for verification of the sunroof (Labour),
verify the water drains.
Additional work for checking water drains,
checking and cleaning door sill (Labour) including Removing and Reinstalling wheel housing liner and rear wheels,
Remove door sill trim
Additional maintenance - every two years
Replace brake fluid, check puncture sealant
Replace the puncture sealant (after expiry date check)
1 x dust pollen filter
1 x brake fluid
1x puncture sealant
Why all the checking of drains should be a cost borne by me is beyond comprehension. If there is a design flaw I would expect Porsche to rectify this.
If there only was a real alternative available on the market just now? With all the issues we have had this does not feel good.
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