How did $69 Maintenance turn into $311 ??? Any opinions greatly appreciated.

[Zebra]

That really kills me! Personally, I think you're dealing with crooks! Next time they start listing off a bunch of 'recommended maintenance items' you should ask them a few questions:

1. Will you be changing the air in the tires from Summer air to Winter air??
2. Do you think the muffler belt should be changed at this interval??
3. The other shop changes my Knuuooter Valve for half price, will you match that??
4. Will you need to remove the transmission when you grease it??
5. Will you put my car up on a lift or will you use a set of skyhooks??
6. Do you use biodegradable synthetic oil or the regular stuff??
7. Will you top off the power steering fluid in my Yaris?

[Pingouin]

Originally Posted by Zebra

1. Will you be changing the air in the tires from Summer air to Winter air??

I never got it done! The car was registered in June 08, so I assume it's got summer air, is now a good time to change to winter air?
I did all the other bits you recommended though.

*EDIT* I called the garage and they said they can do it for me for £50.

Yeah, I was kidding all along :p