Cam Belt & Water Pump - £?

[jordann]

Hi All,

My 2003 Audi A3 2.0TDI is up for a cam belt and water pump at the start of next year, due to the number of years since it's last change. I've just spoken to my local Audi (Poole Audi) and they've quoted me £549 all in, i'm just wondering if this price is about right? I'm sure i've seen on here before it being around £350/£400 mark, from main dealers.

Thank you.
Merry Christmas in advance!

 

[Yolo_8p3]

Why don't you get it done from a independent garage??

 

[jordann]

As it stands it's got full service history, along with the stamped booked.

With main dealers you get guaranteed work so should something go wrong, i'm covered.

 

[Yolo_8p3]

An independent garage will cost you around 250 mark that's with a waterpump
And dealers is 500+

 

[jordann]

If that's the case i'll look at a local specialist then.

 

[Yolo_8p3]

I had mine done last month and it cost me less then that to be honest have a search of my post

 

[newbieboyy]

You know Audi will price match right?

"Audi Service Price Match

It’s called the Audi Service Price Match. And it’s really simple. Get a quote from any provider for a service, repairs, maintenance or new tyres. If it includes Audi Genuine Parts, we guarantee you won’t pay a penny more for the same job at Audi. And that includes parts and labour. Our expertise, at local garage prices.

We will price match any like-for like written quote, using Audi Genuine Parts from any garage/repairer within a 15 mile radius of your Audi Authorised Repairer. Audi parts have a two year parts and labour warranty on parts fitted (excluding wear and tear items).

It’s all part of The Audi Difference.

For more information speak to your local Audi Centre. You can also read the full Audi Service Price Match terms and conditions below."

http://www.audi.co.uk/owners-area/servicing-maintenance-mot/audi-service-price-match.html

It is what i do as there is an independent specialist opposite Audi in Cheltenham that charge a bit less. Simple really!

 

[jordann]

You know Audi will price match right?

"Audi Service Price Match

It’s called the Audi Service Price Match. And it’s really simple. Get a quote from any provider for a service, repairs, maintenance or new tyres. If it includes Audi Genuine Parts, we guarantee you won’t pay a penny more for the same job at Audi. And that includes parts and labour. Our expertise, at local garage prices.

We will price match any like-for like written quote, using Audi Genuine Parts from any garage/repairer within a 15 mile radius of your Audi Authorised Repairer. Audi parts have a two year parts and labour warranty on parts fitted (excluding wear and tear items).

It’s all part of The Audi Difference.

For more information speak to your local Audi Centre. You can also read the full Audi Service Price Match terms and conditions below."

http://www.audi.co.uk/owners-area/servicing-maintenance-mot/audi-service-price-match.html

It is what i do as there is an independent specialist opposite Audi in Cheltenham that charge a bit less. Simple really!

^ This could be very exciting if my local Audi participate. Thanks!!!!

 

[el-diablo675]

I've had a quote by local garage for £230 for cambelt, water pump and new fluids.

 

[dazjenks]

I've had a quote by local garage for £230 for cambelt, water pump and new fluids.

Are they using genuine parts ? If so that's a really good price .

 

[weve33]

My s3 is due cam belt and water pump and they quoted me £549 for the lot, but it will also include free MOT for the life of the car.

Funny they never mentioned about the Audi price match scheme....think I'll make a few phone calls!

 

[newbieboyy]

Well it is on the Audi Website - I think it ends early next year (Though they may extend it).
The bottom link is the audi page (Non-specific to a particular dealer)

 

[Allman45]

Hi All,

My 2003 Audi A3 2.0TDI is up for a cam belt and water pump at the start of next year, due to the number of years since it's last change. I've just spoken to my local Audi (Poole Audi) and they've quoted me £549 all in, i'm just wondering if this price is about right? I'm sure i've seen on here before it being around £350/£400 mark, from main dealers.

Thank you.
Merry Christmas in advance!

VW are doing it for £350 mate

 

[david7m]

Don't think Independents use genuine parts, thought they were equivilant (probably made same factory, just no logo)?
Dave

 

[Yolo_8p3]

Like dayco or continental all oem quality

 

[leeds2592]

Never knew Audi did that, even so, I'd much prefer to take mine to a trusted specialist. 99% of the time, they know much more than Audi themselves anyway!

Oh, and don't let the 'Free MOT's for life' rubbish convince you, as I can guarantee that everytime it goes in, it will have something 'wrong' with it that needs fixing for it to pass.

 

[jordann]

Don't think Independents use genuine parts, thought they were equivilant (probably made same factory, just no logo)?
Dave

A local VW/Audi specialist near me (Poole) uses genuine Audi parts.

Never knew Audi did that, even so, I'd much prefer to take mine to a trusted specialist. 99% of the time, they know much more than Audi themselves anyway! Oh, and don't let the 'Free MOT's for life' rubbish convince you, as I can guarantee that everytime it goes in, it will have something 'wrong' with it that needs fixing for it to pass.

Neither did I, i'm quite glad this was pointed out as Audi £549 all in, my local specialist quoted me £339+VAT and Audi have price matched, without questioning it. I'm chuffed to bits.

 

[jordann]

You know Audi will price match right?

"Audi Service Price Match

It’s called the Audi Service Price Match. And it’s really simple. Get a quote from any provider for a service, repairs, maintenance or new tyres. If it includes Audi Genuine Parts, we guarantee you won’t pay a penny more for the same job at Audi. And that includes parts and labour. Our expertise, at local garage prices.

We will price match any like-for like written quote, using Audi Genuine Parts from any garage/repairer within a 15 mile radius of your Audi Authorised Repairer. Audi parts have a two year parts and labour warranty on parts fitted (excluding wear and tear items).

It’s all part of The Audi Difference.

For more information speak to your local Audi Centre. You can also read the full Audi Service Price Match terms and conditions below."

http://www.audi.co.uk/owners-area/servicing-maintenance-mot/audi-service-price-match.html

It is what i do as there is an independent specialist opposite Audi in Cheltenham that charge a bit less. Simple really!

Thank you so much for pointing this out to me, Audi have price matched the quote from my local dealer and it's just saved me just shy of £200. I appreciate your help!

 

[jordann]

My s3 is due cam belt and water pump and they quoted me £549 for the lot, but it will also include free MOT for the life of the car.

Funny they never mentioned about the Audi price match scheme....think I'll make a few phone calls!

I'd definitely give it ago buddy, my local Audi has just priced matched a quote from my local specialist at £339 + VAT. I can't believe they have the cheek to charge £549 but then reduce it to £339+VAT without batting an eyelid.