[Fresh Wind]

That’s why they call them “stealerships”.

[Fresh Wind]

And check the labor rates in a stealership that handles both cheap and premium brands (e.g. Toyota and Lexus).

The labor rate on a Lexus will always be higher than a Toyota.

[Gaffer]

True enough. I am not against having a dealer do work. Sometimes they are better equipped to do it. However, I always make a point of closely examining their estimated costs BEFOREHAND and asking questions. Sometimes they have a little leeway in determining what labor costs will be.

I also have them do every oil change for the life of the car.

[4yearlurker]

A buddy of mine works in the service department of a big Chevy dealership here in SW Pennsylvania. He flat told me you don't want to bring your car here for repairs. Mr. Goodwrench ain't cheap.