What cost should I expect for service?

[blacklightning]

I recall seeing this elsewhere on the forums, but my search doesn't seem to find it. I have a 2014 RT SM6, and am ready to get my initial 3k mile service done. What should be the expected cost for this, and what should I have them to take a special interest in? Should there be something that I should lookout for?
Thanks in advance.

 

[Gray Ghost]

Hourly service rates vary greatly between dealers in different areas so an answer you get from someone in NY or CA might not be accurate for you.

 

[cuznjohn]

my dealer gets 98 bucks a hour but i would say a arm and a leg

 

[ARtraveler]

Figure about $300 for an initial servicing of your :spyder2:. Some dealers charge more/ some less. Last year, I was paying $110 per hour plus parts etc. I don't like the costs, but most of the time, my dealer does it right the first time.

 

[blacklightning]

Figure about $300 for an initial servicing of your :spyder2:. Some dealers charge more/ some less. Last year, I was paying $110 per hour plus parts etc. I don't like the costs, but most of the time, my dealer does it right the first time.

That is what I was looking for. I was given a quote of $250 from 3 local dealers, so I feel like I am in the ball park.
Thanks,

 

[SpyderAnn01]

That is what I was looking for. I was given a quote of $250 from 3 local dealers, so I feel like I am in the ball park.
Thanks,

That sounds reasonable and I would think that most of the cost is for the oil change.

 

[Michiganspyderman]

$300 bucks here in Michigan

That sounds reasonable and I would think that most of the cost is for the oil change.

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[Dan_Ashley]

$350 here in So Calif.

 

[Orange Spyder Man]

I was quoted $344.00 for a first time service which includes oil & filter change... I think that's absurd..

osm

 

[johnnyrocket]

Figure about $300 for an initial servicing of your :spyder2:. Some dealers charge more/ some less. Last year, I was paying $110 per hour plus parts etc. I don't like the costs, but most of the time, my dealer does it right the first time.

Most of the time?

 

[ARtraveler]

Most of the time?

I have had an occasional glitch and have written about it. Not big enough to cause me to become a :ani29: hater or to go to a different dealer. In over 100,000 miles of :spyder2:ing, I am happy with the product and the dealer that I do business with.

 

[Tony8472]

Figure about $300 for an initial servicing of your :spyder2:. Some dealers charge more/ some less. Last year, I was paying $110 per hour plus parts etc. I don't like the costs, but most of the time, my dealer does it right the first time.

That's a good price. I just had my 3,000 mile done and it was $120/hour plus parts and it took them three hours.


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[jimnsusie]

My dealer quoted me about 350.00 when I bought the Spyder. Our toys are expensive.

 

[2dogs]

Not a bad price

I was quoted $344.00 for a first time service which includes oil & filter change... I think that's absurd..

osm

Your first service includes a number of inspections not normally included in just an oil and filter change. However at $120/hr. a three hour oil/filter change only, is on the other hand is a rip off. An oil change kit can be had for about $80 + or - on the 1330 motor. So save some bucks and do it yourself, it's not a bug deal and there are videos on this site that show you how to do it. :cheers:

 

[Orange Spyder Man]

Your first service includes a number of inspections not normally included in just an oil and filter change. However at $120/hr. a three hour oil/filter change only, is on the other hand is a rip off. An oil change kit can be had for about $80 + or - on the 1330 motor. So save some bucks and do it yourself, it's not a bug deal and there are videos on this site that show you how to do it. :cheers:

I was under the impression that we (spyder owners) had to get the first service so our warranty could be validated ? am I wrong ?? I hate to shuck our $350 for an oil change..

osm

 

[STELLING MAN]

FIRST SERVICE

My dealer charged me $ 175.00 for my first service, and they checked out everything because they allowed me to be In the shop while It was done so I could watch..

 

[ARtraveler]

I was under the impression that we (spyder owners) had to get the first service so our warranty could be validated ? am I wrong ?? I hate to shuck our $350 for an oil change..

osm

I don't think a dealer first servicing is a requirement to validate the warranty. Do save your receipts so that you can document that your oil was changed.

I do think a dealer first servicing is a good idea though. They should put the :spyder2: on Buds to verify that all the electronic stuff is good. They should also do the checklist of "double check" items to make sure you are performing according to specs.

 

[MyEleanor]

This reminds me of the first prostate exam that I had. The Doctor told me " I'm going to put my left hand on your shoulder and ...".

As long as both hands weren't on your shoulders.

 

[MikeT]

Hourly service rates vary greatly between dealers

Last time I checked, they range from $80.00 to $150.00/hour in my "area". As you see, the prices range from $175.00 to 350.00 from the responders. The trick is to stay away from the highway robbers.

 

[blacklightning]

I had the 3k mile service done at the Durham dealership. They checked everything, and it cost me $217.