30k fyi
03-08-11, 03:41 AM
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Racer
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30k fyi
Just for you to compare, I had my 30,000 mile check up yesterday. The basic 30K was $200 USD. By the time they changed oil, filters, and brake fluid the total with labor and taxes was $516.00. (Anita, they replaced the rear logo a second time for free) It took three hours and I got a HS250h as a loaner. I must also comment I like our RX's deep cavernous storage compartment over the big open hole with the overhanging arm rest in the HS. Gosh is that ugly.
I asked that they not touch the exterior and they cleaned the front interior. They also pulled out my Weathertech mats and cleaned and replaced them.
Considering all they did I didn't think that was too bad. However, I put two gallons of gas in the loaner and that was a killer!!!
I asked that they not touch the exterior and they cleaned the front interior. They also pulled out my Weathertech mats and cleaned and replaced them.
Considering all they did I didn't think that was too bad. However, I put two gallons of gas in the loaner and that was a killer!!!
03-08-11, 06:19 PM
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Maybe it's obvious to others, but I'm not getting how $200 turned into $516, with just changing the oil, brake fluid, and filters. 
Or is that how much those services cost on a Lexus?
Or is that how much those services cost on a Lexus?
03-09-11, 05:40 AM
#5
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The two dealers near me that I use for service have been offering discounts and coupons on various services. I'm wondering if things in the service departments have slowed down a bit, hence the need for the discounts. Just a thought.
03-10-11, 08:38 AM
#6
No, I don't play soccer!
David, I'd like to know how the price jumped so much too. The 15K services tend to be pricey. That's more than I paid on the 330 though. I had the HS once for a loaner. It's different. I didn't have it too long to try it out that much. I remember the gear shift was a little funny. It's neat how the nav screen pops out of the dash. When I first got in I said, great, no nav. Surprise! I forgot what I did to make that happen. My biggest complaint was how filthy it was. Oh, and the carpeted mats secured with ties. Looked cheap.
Glad they changed the emblem again for you, again. I hope I won't have to do the same. The price to pay for having such a fancy emblem
Glad they changed the emblem again for you, again. I hope I won't have to do the same. The price to pay for having such a fancy emblem
03-14-11, 07:43 AM
#7
Racer
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- labor $200.00
- oil $39.96
- filter $7.25
- cabin filter $42.95
- gasket $1.13
- fob battery $6.99
- subtotal $298.28
- labor $89.95
- brake fluid $39.95
- misc $54.42
- subtotal $184.32
- total $482.60
- tax $33.79
- grand $516.39
Briefly the list of replace/inspect/measure/check
Engine oil, oil filter, air filter, cabinet filter, rotate tires, axle shaft bolts, brake pad thickness, rotor runout, brake fluid, fob batteries, transmission fluid, body paint, corrosion, drive axle boots, exhaust system, fuel tank, rear differential, suspension ball joints, rack and pinion, engine and inverter coolant, variable gear ratio steering assembly, driver's floor mat
no charge - replace rear emblem
2 gallons gas in loaner - $7.10
(notice-must return for engine air filter, out of stock that day)
Last edited by DunWkg; 03-14-11 at 10:25 AM. Reason: forgot loaner expenses and engine air filter
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03-14-11, 11:06 AM
#10
- labor $200.00
- oil $39.96
- filter $7.25
- cabin filter $42.95
- gasket $1.13
- fob battery $6.99
- subtotal $298.28
- labor $89.95
- brake fluid $39.95
- misc $54.42
- subtotal $184.32
- total $482.60
- tax $33.79
- grand $516.39
Briefly the list of replace/inspect/measure/check
Engine oil, oil filter, air filter, cabinet filter, rotate tires, axle shaft bolts, brake pad thickness, rotor runout, brake fluid, fob batteries, transmission fluid, body paint, corrosion, drive axle boots, exhaust system, fuel tank, rear differential, suspension ball joints, rack and pinion, engine and inverter coolant, variable gear ratio steering assembly, driver's floor mat
no charge - replace rear emblem
2 gallons gas in loaner - $7.10
(notice-must return for engine air filter, out of stock that day)
My Lexus dealer charges $289.95 for the "30K factory recommended service" which covers:
Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
Rotate tires
Replace air conditioner filter
Replace brake fluid
Replace engine air filter
Replace Smart Key battery
Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
Re-torque nuts and bolts of driveshaft(AWD)
Road-test vehicle
Inspect the following:
Axle shaft boots
Ball joints and dust covers
Body
Brake lines and hoses
Brake rotor thickness and runout
Engine coolant
Exhaust pipes and mountings
Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
Fuel tank cap gasket
Rack and pinion assembly
Rear differential oil (AWD only)
Steering linkage and boots
Transfer case oil (AWD only)
Transmission fluid
03-14-11, 02:29 PM
#12
I think a lot of people could do the "30K factory recommended service" by themselves, except the brake fluid.
The brake fluid is a 2-person job or 1-person job with proper tools.
People can inspect all the listed items while working on or under the car.
The brake fluid is a 2-person job or 1-person job with proper tools.
People can inspect all the listed items while working on or under the car.
03-14-11, 04:24 PM
#13
Racer
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Txt,
Looks like replacing the brake fluid wasn't in my dealer's 30K list. My invoice does say measure brake pad thickness and rotor runout.
Nicely typed list, what I should have typed up.
You shame me for not doing my own 30K, but I haven't touched a torque wrench for decades.
Looks like replacing the brake fluid wasn't in my dealer's 30K list. My invoice does say measure brake pad thickness and rotor runout.
Nicely typed list, what I should have typed up.
You shame me for not doing my own 30K, but I haven't touched a torque wrench for decades.
03-14-11, 04:39 PM
#14
No, I don't play soccer!
David, about the only things I would do myself are changing out the air/cabin filters, wipers and key fob battery, and topping the fluids. Then again, I'm not a fan of having oil and stuff laying around for the little amount I might need. And I didn't spend all this money to get my hands dirty. Those days are over.
I can't say I'm surprised the 30k service cost as much as it did.
I can't say I'm surprised the 30k service cost as much as it did.
03-15-11, 06:52 AM
#15
David, about the only things I would do myself are changing out the air/cabin filters, wipers and key fob battery, and topping the fluids. Then again, I'm not a fan of having oil and stuff laying around for the little amount I might need. And I didn't spend all this money to get my hands dirty. Those days are over.