Servicing Guidelines

Servicing ties removed from new car warranties:

Since 2004 all new cars have been sold free of dealership ties for servicing.  This means you have the feedom to service your car at any centre without invalidating your warranty as long as you service the vehicle according to the manufactures specifications.  The Office of Fair Trading successfully removed the ties to give motorists greater choice and freedom about who maintains their vehicle. Below is an extract from their website.

OFT action gets greater choice for consumers over new car servicing

85/04     14 May 2004

All major makes of new car in the UK will in the future be sold without servicing ties as part of their warranties, following action by the OFT.

The OFT recommended that the industry lift these ties to improve consumer choice and aid the development of more effective competition in the car after-sales market.

Franchised dealers have been carrying out around 90 per cent of servicing of cars up to three years old. However, servicing at franchised dealers is typically more expensive than servicing at independent garages, averaging £199 and £116 respectively, without any apparent difference in the quality of the service offered.

http://www.oft.gov.uk/news/press/2004/85-04

Trust Garages4You.com to maintain your vehicle:

At Garages4You we understand that when it comes to servicing you want to take your car somewhere you can trust. We are independent servicing specialists and we always ensure that vehicles serviced through our website are maintained to full manufacturer specifications using only the highest quality parts.

Arranging your service with us gives you complete peace of mind. One of our experienced team will call at time convenient to you and fully explain all aspects of the service to be carried out on your vehicle. They will take the time to answer any questions you may have and give you an all inclusive price for the work.

When your annual service is due please contact us for a tailored quote and we are confident you will be very impressed with the level of service we provide.

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