Machog

I know I can get a cheaper oil change and save a few $$$s by going to Quick Lube or a Toyota dealer for routine service etc.

Today was a prime example of why I take my car to Lexus for all service. While there they checked the battery, not quite 2.5 years old and it was almost toast-got brand new one under warranty. Never have thought a battery would go bad in such a short time, or even considered having it tested.

Plus Bell Lexus (Scottsdale AZ), did it all in about an hour and for less than quoted. I get uninterrupted time on the web, cookies, coffee. For me its all part of the Lexus experience and worth the little extra.

No affiliation with BL, but they try hard and do a great job in my book.

Machog

TimboIS

I agree. I used to got to Bell Lexus when I lived in AZ. I also tried Arrowhead Lexus, but they were too pushy. They were alway trying to get you to buy extra, un-needed service items.

br3akenout

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If the dealership is good and doesn't try to take you for everything you've got then i'll go. Otherwise I steer clear unless I know it's a warranty or recall repair.

configt

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I am a big fan of superstition springs lexus. I take my 350 there for anything I don't do myself. Always a great job, although you pay a premium.

jsmacks

When I have money to burn, maybe I'll consider it.

My0gr81

Just waiting for I8ABMR to chime in. Should be anytime now....

Hoovey689

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My thoughts exactly lol

farpetrad

Honestly if I didn't have to I would never bring my F back to the dealership. Brand new 2012, took it in for the first 1k service a while ago and complained about a leak, they couldn't find a problem, well its now Jan and the leak has gotten worse, I have a bad moisture problem in the car with the smell of mildew and left several voice mails with my service adviser, never got a call back and when I called the service department after growing frustrated was told they couldn't even look at it till Wed next week at the earliest, for spending over 60k there I am not happy.

Noeh

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Sounds like your dealership sucks, try another one

600rr05

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+1 or start calling Corp..

Slammer1

I do all of my own repairs and service, unless it were to be an internal engine or transmission issue. And for the record, am I the only one that noticed that TimboIS has a f-ing McLaren 12c in his garage? 0-60 in 3.3 with a top speed of 205! Dude! VERY nice. I drive the Honda as my "beater" and you drive a Lexus as yours........ You are the man!

TimboIS

Actually 2.9s with Corsas. But I've only managed 3.1s myself.

Slammer1

You suck! And I thought I was jealous with the 3.3....... Lol. Do you find driving a mid engine car tricky? I have heard that they are significantly better in regards to handling when driven by a pro but not something that a regular driver can jump in and handle properly.

TimboIS

The 12C is so well balanced, and so technologically advanced, it can be driven by anyone... everyday. I usually leave in Auto mode, and I've never fully turned off all the "aids" (don't think I ever would), as 616hp could get you into trouble quickly. With 3 independent settings (normal, sport and track) for each of suspension, engine and Auto/Manual mode, you can mix and match to suit your mood. And launch control is awesome: just press the Launch button and follow the display instructions: fully depress brake and gas pedals, engine locks on 3K, turbos spool up, then release brake (and hold on).

Slammer1

God that sounds like fun!