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Today we've been to the Cinque Torri in South Tyrol for a hike.
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Jean Mercier

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On Monday I had my second service + some warranty problems to solve.

Today I got, and paid my invoice (in euros)
ReferenceDescriptionunit priceunitstotal
I003000second service
2​
250.00​
IGRA-1000-012600Oil Filter
25.80​
1​
25.80​
IGRA-2G00-030270Hvac Filter
42.61​
1​
42.61​
IGRA-3A02-008220Air Filter
33.95​
1​
33.95​
ZLINEOSTRANS75W90TRANFER CASE FLUID 75W90
26.70​
1​
26.70​
ZL3710washer fluid
7.64​
1​
7.64​
ZL22972MOTOR OIL 0W20
25.00​
6.5​
162.50​
TOTAL
549.20​
VAT
21%​
TO PAY
664.53​

Funny, the second row mentions 2 units, no unit price and a total of 250 euro, I guess (I am sure) this is two hours of work, means 125 euro/hour for the technician. That is the hourly price of a lawyer or management consultant.
Before somebody explains me that other things are included in that price: yes, also other staff included like the planning man, etc.
But, at my former dealer (Suzuki) it was less than half that price: 50 euro/hour.

What I forgot to mention is that they replaced (for free of course) the front door seals (rubber) because they were loose. They only replace them when the gaps are bigger than 10 cm.
 

landmannnn

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On Monday I had my second service + some warranty problems to solve.

Today I got, and paid my invoice (in euros)
ReferenceDescriptionunit priceunitstotal
I003000second service
2​
250.00​
IGRA-1000-012600Oil Filter
25.80​
1​
25.80​
IGRA-2G00-030270Hvac Filter
42.61​
1​
42.61​
IGRA-3A02-008220Air Filter
33.95​
1​
33.95​
ZLINEOSTRANS75W90TRANFER CASE FLUID 75W90
26.70​
1​
26.70​
ZL3710washer fluid
7.64​
1​
7.64​
ZL22972MOTOR OIL 0W20
25.00​
6.5​
162.50​
TOTAL
549.20​
VAT
21%​
TO PAY
664.53​

Funny, the second row mentions 2 units, no unit price and a total of 250 euro, I guess (I am sure) this is two hours of work, means 125 euro/hour for the technician. That is the hourly price of a lawyer or management consultant.
Before somebody explains me that other things are included in that price: yes, also other staff included like the planning man, etc.
But, at my former dealer (Suzuki) it was less than half that price: 50 euro/hour.

What I forgot to mention is that they replaced (for free of course) the front door seals (rubber) because they were loose. They only replace them when the gaps are bigger than 10 cm.
Not defending them, but €125 per hour will need to include the mechanic's labour, his cost to employ, admin desk, workshop manager, property costs, utilities, insurance and all those other associated business costs.
 

Eric

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On Monday I had my second service + some warranty problems to solve.

Today I got, and paid my invoice (in euros)
ReferenceDescriptionunit priceunitstotal
I003000second service
2​
250.00​
IGRA-1000-012600Oil Filter
25.80​
1​
25.80​
IGRA-2G00-030270Hvac Filter
42.61​
1​
42.61​
IGRA-3A02-008220Air Filter
33.95​
1​
33.95​
ZLINEOSTRANS75W90TRANFER CASE FLUID 75W90
26.70​
1​
26.70​
ZL3710washer fluid
7.64​
1​
7.64​
ZL22972MOTOR OIL 0W20
25.00​
6.5​
162.50​
TOTAL
549.20​
VAT
21%​
TO PAY
664.53​

Funny, the second row mentions 2 units, no unit price and a total of 250 euro, I guess (I am sure) this is two hours of work, means 125 euro/hour for the technician. That is the hourly price of a lawyer or management consultant.
Before somebody explains me that other things are included in that price: yes, also other staff included like the planning man, etc.
But, at my former dealer (Suzuki) it was less than half that price: 50 euro/hour.

What I forgot to mention is that they replaced (for free of course) the front door seals (rubber) because they were loose. They only replace them when the gaps are bigger than 10 cm.
What always amazes me they manage to squeeze in windscreen washer fluid, I have always been charged for it in dealer services for all my vehicles. I have always filled them prior to prevent there brand being put in (I swear by my Autoglym) and asked them how they managed to get it in, and why syphon mine out.
 

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OverlandGearGuy

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What brand/model are those triangular lights on the corners (for cornering?)?

https://www.novsights.com/products/halo-series-3-led-pods-twin-light-kit. The have 3 models Flood, Drive and Spot

They have a 20% off sale right now as well

This is the Light Bar I have, I love it
 

Jean Mercier

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What always amazes me they manage to squeeze in windscreen washer fluid, I have always been charged for it in dealer services for all my vehicles. I have always filled them prior to prevent there brand being put in (I swear by my Autoglym) and asked them how they managed to get it in, and why syphon mine out.
I agree with you, I have done the same in the past (not this time). Because I arrived very early at the workshop, and papers were lying there unattended in the "Ineos" section I could see a workorder where the customer said clearly: "don't fill the washer fluid".

Next time I'll do the same.
 
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CRH

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I agree with you, I have done the same in the past (not this time). Because I arrived very early at the workshop, and papers were lying there unattended in the "Ineos" section I could see a workorder where the customer said clearly: "don't fill the washer fluid".

Next time I'll do the same.
I do try to remember to tell them I filled it prior so as not to get charged. One of our cars always has a 1ltr of top up oil left in the car and charged for it, I tell them I have plenty and don't want it so they knock it off the bill and tell me to keep it. Anyone need any oil, I think I could open a shop🤣
 

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On Monday I had my second service + some warranty problems to solve.

Today I got, and paid my invoice (in euros)
ReferenceDescriptionunit priceunitstotal
I003000second service
2​
250.00​
IGRA-1000-012600Oil Filter
25.80​
1​
25.80​
IGRA-2G00-030270Hvac Filter
42.61​
1​
42.61​
IGRA-3A02-008220Air Filter
33.95​
1​
33.95​
ZLINEOSTRANS75W90TRANFER CASE FLUID 75W90
26.70​
1​
26.70​
ZL3710washer fluid
7.64​
1​
7.64​
ZL22972MOTOR OIL 0W20
25.00​
6.5​
162.50​
TOTAL
549.20​
VAT
21%​
TO PAY
664.53​

Funny, the second row mentions 2 units, no unit price and a total of 250 euro, I guess (I am sure) this is two hours of work, means 125 euro/hour for the technician. That is the hourly price of a lawyer or management consultant.
Before somebody explains me that other things are included in that price: yes, also other staff included like the planning man, etc.
But, at my former dealer (Suzuki) it was less than half that price: 50 euro/hour.

What I forgot to mention is that they replaced (for free of course) the front door seals (rubber) because they were loose. They only replace them when the gaps are bigger than 10 cm.
Did they only get 6.5 litres of oil in? Seems a bit low to me. Maybe your garage wanted to save you some money....
 

Logsplitter

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Did they only get 6.5 litres of oil in? Seems a bit low to me. Maybe your garage wanted to save you some money....
@JeanMercier has a petrol engine so 6.5l engine for on road level. However the maintenance sheet I picked up in South Africa states 7L which I guess is the off road level.
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