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Old Aug 13, 2009 | 05:01 PM
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2003 G35 Coupe -- 48,000 service -- I think I got screwed!

I hit 30,000 miles (US car) (48,000kms) in my 2003 G35 Coupe. I brought the car in and (based on the priorities posted in other threads) I had the following service done and the prices noted (prices include labour):

Oil & Filter Change -- $40
Radiator FLUSH & refill -- $110
Air Filter (Engine) (last done in 2005) -- $22
Micro Air Filter (Interior Cabin -- original factory filter was still there!) -- $45
Rear Differential fluid change -- $42

So, did I get ripped off?

I didn't do the Transmission Fluid flush/refill -- how much should that cost?
 
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Old Aug 13, 2009 | 05:37 PM
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Sounds pretty reasonable to me. I would have done the oil change myself along with all the filters, that could have saved you some cash but other than that I think they fair.
 
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Old Aug 13, 2009 | 05:51 PM
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Sounds right. Infiniti's arent hondas.
 
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Old Aug 13, 2009 | 06:44 PM
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Not sure why you think you were screwed. Those are very reasonable.

Infiniti has an automatic trans fluid service on now for $167.95
 
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Old Aug 13, 2009 | 07:37 PM
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Not sure why you think you were screwed. Those are very reasonable.

Infiniti has an automatic trans fluid service on now for $167.95
I guess when I added it all up ($300 with tax) it seemed like a lot. Also, the work was done by a friend's mechanic (not the dealership) so I just figured it would come in under $200. However, in looking at the costs again, I guess the fact that labour and parts were included in each item makes it look worse than it is.

I suppose it was just sticker shock right after I spent the money.

Good to hear that I'm just over reacting.

Next thing to do is that trans flush.
 
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Old Aug 13, 2009 | 07:50 PM
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Originally Posted by BB_Sam
I guess when I added it all up ($300 with tax) it seemed like a lot. Also, the work was done by a friend's mechanic (not the dealership) so I just figured it would come in under $200. However, in looking at the costs again, I guess the fact that labour and parts were included in each item makes it look worse than it is.

I suppose it was just sticker shock right after I spent the money.

Good to hear that I'm just over reacting.

Next thing to do is that trans flush.
You probably saved some money and got a good job done. 200 would only give you 2 hours labour at the stealer with no parts etc. or shop supplies. G/L with the flush.
 
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Old Aug 13, 2009 | 09:44 PM
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Originally Posted by BB_Sam
I hit 30,000 miles (US car) (48,000kms) in my 2003 G35 Coupe. I brought the car in and (based on the priorities posted in other threads) I had the following service done and the prices noted (prices include labour):

Oil & Filter Change -- $40
Radiator FLUSH & refill -- $110
Air Filter (Engine) (last done in 2005) -- $22
Micro Air Filter (Interior Cabin -- original factory filter was still there!) -- $45
Rear Differential fluid change -- $42

So, did I get ripped off?

I didn't do the Transmission Fluid flush/refill -- how much should that cost?
This is CHEAP ...
 
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Old Aug 13, 2009 | 10:08 PM
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This is CHEAP ...
+1

Except for the oil change (depending on what type of oil/filter was used).
 
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Old Aug 13, 2009 | 10:27 PM
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Brad, those are good prices

To finish it off I would get the Tranny fluid changed and if you have not done brake fluid, do it too.
 
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Old Aug 13, 2009 | 10:56 PM
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That's cheap $40 for oil change?? 4.4L at walmart is already $30+
 
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Old Aug 13, 2009 | 11:21 PM
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Those are good prices, I don't think you should feel screwed at all
 
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Old Aug 13, 2009 | 11:37 PM
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fair
 
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Old Aug 14, 2009 | 12:45 AM
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I'd be happy.
 
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Old Aug 14, 2009 | 09:15 AM
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Nothing expensive about those prices. I'd still do the stuff myself, but that's just me.
 
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Old Aug 14, 2009 | 09:32 AM
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Originally Posted by j 4 lD
+1

Except for the oil change (depending on what type of oil/filter was used).
what is a good oil to use for tranny and rear diff?
 
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