Thanks Again, to all of you!

Freedom · 04-19-2009, 10:21 PM

Last week, Carmine went in for the 5000 mile service. Went to the dealer where I bought. Thanks again to all of you here on Prius Chat.

I "only" paid $24.99 for the oil and filter change, plus $24.99 for the tire rotation.

They wanted another $89.50 for ??? and another $104.99 for ??? NONE of which is required maintenance for the Prius at 5000. So I knew to say no. Having read this forum diligently for the 3 months wait for my car, and for a month or so afterwards, I made certain I checked my manual and knew what was required before hand.

Part of the $89.50 was to check brakes. The car is brand new, and they were in looking at the brakes while they were rotating the tires, so WHY would I pay for it a second time??? The guy at the desk just grinned and said many folks do it.

And when the service was done, before I paid and checked out, I walked over to the tech and asked how much oil he put in? "3.5 quarts for the Prius," he replied with a grin!

(And please, no comments about how I could do all this myself and save even more; that is just not an option for me at this time.)

Patrick Wong · 04-19-2009, 10:58 PM

You did well. If you wish to save $25 in the future, I suggest that you have subsequent tire rotations done at 10K mile intervals, now that you've rotated them after the first 5K miles (i.e., at 15K miles, 25K miles etc.)

2009Prius · 04-20-2009, 01:31 PM

I would avoid the same dealer in the future if possible.

usbseawolf2000 · 04-20-2009, 03:42 PM

I agree with Patrick. Assuming the tires are going to last 50k miles. You are going to spend $250 rotating to extend the life (to make sure one does not wear faster than the others).

Well, $250 can get you 3 new tires.

JimboK · 04-20-2009, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by usbseawolf2000

You are going to spend $250 rotating to extend the life ....

Maybe not. Many Goodyear dealers will rotate Goodyear tires for free, even if not purchased there. It's worth checking with the local dealer.

usbseawolf2000 · 04-20-2009, 04:23 PM

Good point. Costco also rotate for free if you buy the tires from them. So why pay the dealer $25 for every rotation?

SageBrush · 04-20-2009, 04:34 PM

When it comes time to buy new tyres, pick a place with lifetime free rotation. I use Costco, but I think many alternatives are available.

richard schumacher · 04-20-2009, 07:50 PM

Way to go! That dealer (more precisely, that service writer) doesn't sound half bad, actually. He did what you wanted without snarling or giving you the hard sell.

For even more safety and economy, don't rotate the tires at all. It's safer to have the better tires at he rear, and because the front pair wear out faster this happens naturally. When the front pair wear out, move the rear pair to the front and put a new pair at the rear. Simple.

04-19-2009, 10:21 PM	#1
Freedom Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 335 My Car: 2008 Prius Model: Package: #3 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 1	Thanks Again, to all of you! Last week, Carmine went in for the 5000 mile service. Went to the dealer where I bought. Thanks again to all of you here on Prius Chat. I "only" paid $24.99 for the oil and filter change, plus $24.99 for the tire rotation. They wanted another $89.50 for ??? and another $104.99 for ??? NONE of which is required maintenance for the Prius at 5000. So I knew to say no. Having read this forum diligently for the 3 months wait for my car, and for a month or so afterwards, I made certain I checked my manual and knew what was required before hand. Part of the $89.50 was to check brakes. The car is brand new, and they were in looking at the brakes while they were rotating the tires, so WHY would I pay for it a second time??? The guy at the desk just grinned and said many folks do it. And when the service was done, before I paid and checked out, I walked over to the tech and asked how much oil he put in? "3.5 quarts for the Prius," he replied with a grin! (And please, no comments about how I could do all this myself and save even more; that is just not an option for me at this time.) __________________ Carmine, 2008 Package #3 shark fin antenna, LCD screen protector, Ventureshield, >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> mud guards (with extra screw), front cargo tray

04-19-2009, 10:58 PM	#2
Patrick Wong DIY Enthusiast Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Green Valley, AZ Posts: 4,058 My Car: 2004 Prius Model: N/A Package: #9 Thanks: 21 Thanked 213 Times in 184 Posts Friends: 44	Re: Thanks Again, to all of you! You did well. If you wish to save $25 in the future, I suggest that you have subsequent tire rotations done at 10K mile intervals, now that you've rotated them after the first 5K miles (i.e., at 15K miles, 25K miles etc.)

04-20-2009, 01:31 PM	#3
2009Prius Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: USA Posts: 440 My Car: 2009 Prius Model: Package: #2 Thanks: 246 Thanked 21 Times in 20 Posts Friends: 19	Re: Thanks Again, to all of you! I would avoid the same dealer in the future if possible.

04-20-2009, 03:42 PM	#4
usbseawolf2000 HSD PhD Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Queens, NY Posts: 3,254 My Car: 2006 Prius Model: Package: #3 Thanks: 106 Thanked 178 Times in 111 Posts Friends: 59	Re: Thanks Again, to all of you! I agree with Patrick. Assuming the tires are going to last 50k miles. You are going to spend $250 rotating to extend the life (to make sure one does not wear faster than the others). Well, $250 can get you 3 new tires.

04-20-2009, 04:23 PM	#6
usbseawolf2000 HSD PhD Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Queens, NY Posts: 3,254 My Car: 2006 Prius Model: Package: #3 Thanks: 106 Thanked 178 Times in 111 Posts Friends: 59	Re: Thanks Again, to all of you! Good point. Costco also rotate for free if you buy the tires from them. So why pay the dealer $25 for every rotation?

04-20-2009, 04:34 PM	#7
SageBrush Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 1,075 My Car: 2004 Prius Model: Package: #9 Thanks: 104 Thanked 59 Times in 43 Posts Friends: 4	Re: Thanks Again, to all of you! When it comes time to buy new tyres, pick a place with lifetime free rotation. I use Costco, but I think many alternatives are available.

04-20-2009, 07:50 PM	#8
richard schumacher Destination: Eschaton Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: United States Posts: 5,515 My Car: 2004 Prius Model: N/A Package: #6 Thanks: 100 Thanked 93 Times in 66 Posts Friends: 0	Re: Thanks Again, to all of you! Way to go! That dealer (more precisely, that service writer) doesn't sound half bad, actually. He did what you wanted without snarling or giving you the hard sell. For even more safety and economy, don't rotate the tires at all. It's safer to have the better tires at he rear, and because the front pair wear out faster this happens naturally. When the front pair wear out, move the rear pair to the front and put a new pair at the rear. Simple.