So I take my vehicle firstly because I needed an oil change. I also was aware that my transmission needed to be flushed, and that my front brakes were squeeling.\r
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The guy at the counter told me they would take a look at it and would get back to me with what exactly needed to be taken care of. I was told that it would roughly cost me about $350 to take care of it all beforehand. \r
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I get a call later on and am told that it would cost me a ridiculous $1,080 because they were able to find that all rotors/brakes needed to be replaced and that the rotors were too thin to machine. Low and behold, I take the tires off myself and check the brakes and rotors and they are perfectly fine with plenty of life left in them. The guy even went as far as to give me measurements of how thin the brakes were. I was able to do all the necessary repairs myself for less than $100.\r
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I also noticed the brand of brakes and rotors I was quoted for, were atleast $18 cheaper a piece at Advanced Auto Parts. They also proceeded to quote me for a bunch of other things that needed no attention whatsoever. I think its a shame in these tough economic times how some businesses will manipulate people into paying for services that are not needed. \r
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Shop around people, and educate yourself about maintenance of your vehicle and you will surely find businesses like that are just in it for the money. Don't be duped.
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