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Caterham



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Godstone (south of Birmingham somewhere.....)
sorry if this has been discussed before but I'd have pain very little interest as its outside of Brum.

however I have a friend that lives down that way and is looking to hopefully improve on quality (I'm not suggesting the main dealer isn't any good) and reduce costs.

he's been quoted c£600 (if my memory serves me right) for his second service.


can anyone recommend either a good indy (as this won't affect warranty - right?) and or a good main dealer with more reasonable costs in that area?

many thanks.
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Re: Godstone (south of Birmingham somewhere.....)
Thought Godstone was in Surrey?

Anyway, as far as main dealers go, had been meaning to try Listers in Droitwich for some time, as the other Listers dealerships I've had dealings with, have, in the main, been excellent.

Caterham wrote:
sorry if this has been discussed before but I'd have pain very little interest as its outside of Brum.

however I have a friend that lives down that way and is looking to hopefully improve on quality (I'm not suggesting the main dealer isn't any good) and reduce costs.

he's been quoted c£600 (if my memory serves me right) for his second service.


can anyone recommend either a good indy (as this won't affect warranty - right?) and or a good main dealer with more reasonable costs in that area?

many thanks.
 
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godstone is in surrey and thats where I'm trying to find a good dealer.....

I think my warped sense of humour probably confused things Embarassed

thank you although I don't suppose Listers will be any cheaper than the other main dealers? so I guess an indy will be the preferred option.
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Had to read it 3 times myself yesterday Confused

You are looking for a reputable main dealer or independent near Godstone that is cheaper than £600 for a second service!

Harwoods at Edenbridge are very good and I was quoted £500 for my second service... before a haggle, they usually do 10% at least Wink

Or Gigglepin near Sevenoaks, don't know how much they charge but will be cheaper.

We have loads of main dealers around here (5 within 25 miles Shocked ) but few or no independents suitable for TDCis Sad
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that'll be my sense of humour ! Razz

thanks Zag.

so £450 is possible / likely ?
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Caterham wrote:

I think my warped sense of humour probably confused things Embarassed

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I got it,, so must be on a similar wavelength !!!
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Sorry - It was nearly 11pm when I replied to your post, so excuse my brain not being in gear....

Doh!

Embarassed

Oh, and £600 seems like way too much for a second service, even for a main dealer. I paid £410 for one from Guy Salmon in Stratford!

Caterham wrote:
godstone is in surrey and thats where I'm trying to find a good dealer.....

I think my warped sense of humour probably confused things Embarassed

thank you although I don't suppose Listers will be any cheaper than the other main dealers? so I guess an indy will be the preferred option.
 
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Tia4. not for me but will pass on to mate and let he enquire.
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