Main dealer or used car dealer

[steve2006]

These 100+ point inspection checklists and service checklists are just that......checks.

When I look at the servicing checklists it’s just a tick box exercise, points and condensers have gone along with spark plugs with a 10,000 lifespan.

OK things have moved on,  plug in diagnostics are the norm and computers tend to either work or fail usually without any prior warning.

Fluids and filters appear to be the only “hands on” service items but do dealers actually check the moisture content of the brake fluid for example or is it a case of “the colour looks right”

They may also inspect the suspension components but is this a pry bar exercise or just a visual check on the rubber components? I’m pretty sure it’s first new owner MOT will confirm its state.

Locks and hinges again is this just an inspection exercise or do they get a squirt of white grease, do the Battery terminals get a smear of petroleum jelly.

Fortunately given my age and acquired knowledge I can do all of my own servicing and repairs confident it has been done correctly.

[Duggie B]

Well it looks like the dealer GSF (Jay Emm car) has sold as it no longer on the Lexus Web site ....a nod to buying from Lexus rather than outside the network it seems despite premium price tag.