You are currently viewing our forum as a guest, which gives you limited access to view most discussions and access our other features. By joining our community, at no cost, you will have access to post topics, communicate privately with other members (PM), respond to polls, upload content and access many other special features. Registration is free, fast and simple, so please join our community today!
I don't believe I've seen any posts of hourly rates dealers are charging. What is your dealer charging and where are you located (regional cost differences very important)
For work that is not covered under warranty, my local independent BMW mechanic charges $65/hr and bases his charges on the actual time it takes to do a job, not some inflated number in the dealer service manager's book.
Since BMW/MINI does not allow BMW dealerships to work on MINI's and I live 2+ hours from the nearest dealer, an independent shop is the best option for me.
__________________ Disclaimer: No claim is made that the quality of the MINI-related advice offered by Yucca Patrol
is greater than the quality of MINI-related advice offered by other NAM members.
