I had my car in for my first 10,000 oil service at an aftermarket Porsche repair shop in Norhern NJ. It turns out that I have an oil leak and they told me to go back to the dealer and get it done there since it will require warranty work (very honest of them). So, I made an appointment.
The question is will the oil leak require them to drain the oil? I am wondering whether since there is an oil leak, will the oil change now be covered under warranty if it requires them to drain the oil? The funny thing is that the aftermarket place did reset the oil service light but did not perform any service since they suggested I go back to the dealer for the warranty work.
If the service requires oil, such as fixing a sticky valve, then yes the oil is covered in the warranty service work, or at least has been by my dealer.
It turned out that they didnt need to drain the oil to fix the leak. No freebie. So, I just decided to get my first 10,000 service done at the dealer while the car was there. $440! seems alot for a first service. $300 for the oil change and $140 for all the other checks.
Is this the going rate?
Your aftermarket shop would probably charge you $150. $500 is normal for a dealer.
Just got my first oil change at my Porsche Dealer and it was $210 including checks.
My Cayman S is more than 3 years old with 22,000 miles. I've never spent a cent at the dealer for service. I go to free Porsche Club inspection days at the dealers and get my records updated, service light reset, and learn of any recalls or updates ( I do tip the service technician) . It's not hard to do: oil and filter changes, cabin filter change, air filter change, brake fluid change. Top up coolant and power steering fluid. Check torque on wheels lug bolts. Also change summer/winter wheels every fall/spring. And, I will change out the brake pads when the time comes.
You can learn to do all these things from
Articles section of this web site
. I buy the parts from sponsor Suncoast, and simple tools like (two) floor jacks, jack stands, oil drain pan, filter removal tool, brake bleeder kit, torque wrench, etc. at any auto parts store. Important to keep all receipts and make detailed notes in your service booklet so your warranty remains valid. Get a friend to help you. Your wife will be proud of you...
How is that possible with 100 dollars worth of oil that is needed + 125 dollar labor rate + filters + plus checks. I wonder if they just changed your oil??
j_copeland - are you referring to Tech inspections for DE events, or is this something else? I am not aware of any free Porsche Club inspection days - at least in my area.
Thanks!
