Four Things You Should Look For When Planning a Honda Service

Regular servicing is an important component of keeping the performance, efficiency and safety of your Honda optimised. However, when choosing a place to get your Honda service, you be a little overwhelmed by your options. Of course, you will be looking for a cost effective option but you also need to have confidence that your chosen Honda service centre will offer a high standard of service. Fortunately, there are four things you can look for to ensure that you choose the right place to care for your vehicle.

Reasonable Pricing:

While capped price servicing is available at official Honda service centre venues, if you have an older Honda, you may not qualify. However, the age of your vehicle should not stop you being offered reasonable pricing. Wherever you choose to get your Honda service, the garage should have transparent and reasonable pricing. The garage technicians should give you the courtesy of letting you know if they find an issue which may increase the price over any quote, so you are not presented with a shock when you collect the car. This also gives you the option to query the cost if it seems unreasonable. 

A Good Reputation:

In the past, the reputation of a garage was limited to word of mouth from your family or friends. However, with the development of the internet, it has never been easier to check the reputation of your potential Honda service centre. Before you book your Honda service, it is well worth a quick internet search on consumer feedback sites or forums, to see how others have found the service. This can be a great way to bring up any red flags about dodgy practices, unfair pricing or poor service. 

Honda Expertise:

Your Honda is a precision machine and you need to have confidence that the technician has the skills and expertise to offer a high standard of service. While your local garage may repair or service a Honda every week or two, a dealership garage is likely to be working on Honda models all day, every day. This means that they are more likely to spot minor issues or problems before they can develop into a major fault.

Genuine Honda Parts:

You also need to check if the garage you plan to use for your service uses genuine Honda replacement parts. Genuine parts have been manufactured to the exact specification of Honda. This means that they are designed to deliver optimum performance and offer a prolonged lifespan. One of the reasons why some garages offer cheaper service rates is that they use generic parts. These tend to be made using lower grade materials, which means that they may have a shorter lifespan.

If you are in need of a Honda service, contact us. We are an authorised Honda service centre and our technicians have the experience and expertise to care for your Honda. Our team are happy to answer any questions or queries and book you in at a time to suit your schedule.

Five Benefits of a Honda Service

Owning a vehicle can be an expensive venture. In these challenging economic times, there is a temptation to save cash by avoiding your Honda service centre and skipping your annual service. However, this is a costly mistake and here are five benefits of ensuring your vehicle has a Honda service.

Optimise Your Fuel Economy:

While it may seem a little odd to spend money to save money. However, the cost of your Honda service can be more than outweighed by the potential fuel savings. From minor engine issues to poor wheel alignment, even small defects can increase the rate at which your vehicle burns through fuel. Fortunately, your local Honda service centre has a checklist of items during a service to ensure that not only is no fuel wasted but your fuel economy is optimised for maximum efficiency.

It Ensures Occupant Safety:

While most drivers will be aware is their brakes are getting a little worn, there are other aspects of vehicle safety, which can go unnoticed. Of course, worn brakes are an important safety consideration, but it is important that you have confidence in the safety measures in your vehicle in case of an accident. A full service will ensure that all the safety features of your Honda are working correctly to protect you and your family.

It Can Reduce Repair Bills:

No one likes a repair bill, but it is easier to handle a small repair bill  rather than be faced with an outlandish repair cost. Regular servicing allows the technicians to diagnose any minor faults and highlight any component repair issues before they develop into a major fault. The replacement of a component may only add a few dollars to your service bill but if these issues neglected, you could face a hefty repair bill down the road.

Protect Your Resale Value:

Regular servicing can also be a great way to protect the resale value of your vehicle. A record of maintenance completed at your local Honda service centre can highlight the care the vehicle has received to potential buyers. Most buyers will even be prepared to pay more for this documented history. While you may take great care of your vehicle, most buyers need to see evidence of this and a lack of a service history suggests that the vehicle has not actually been properly cared for.

Protect Your Warranty:

Most new Honda models are accompanied by a comprehensive warranty. However, in order to ensure that your warranty remains valid, you need to stick to the recommended maintenance schedule featured in your owner handbook. Skipping a service could actually compromise your warranty and result in a repair claim being denied in the future. With capped price servicing available on models registered from 2012, it is certainly worth investing in the future of your vehicle.

If you are in need of a Honda service, speak to us. We are an authorised Honda service centre with a team of experienced technicians. Our aftercare team would be happy to answer any queries or arrange to book your vehicle in at your earliest convenience. 

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