maintenance question, help!

vito_corleone

3 Jul 09, 14:54

hey guys,

today i sent my car to a mechanic thru the car dealer i bought from(non official mechanic) because the dashboard read ''brakes worn''. i was charged USD479 for changing the front brake rotor, front and rear brake pads and brake sensors. is that worth the price or did i get ripped off? also u think its beter to send it to the official workshop? cause warranty doesnt cover brakes apparently.

Thanks!

nightsky87

4 Jul 09, 05:51

Didn't you just buy your C230? Is yours the W204 or W203? How come the brakes will wear out that soon?

Warranty does not cover brake pads because it is a wear and tear consumable, but the entire brake assembly should be under warranty. If only the brake pads are worn, I honestly think that there was not a need for you to change the rotors and the sensors as well.

vito_corleone

4 Jul 09, 08:52

no idea about thw w's but i do believe ive been knocked off somehow

nightsky87

4 Jul 09, 23:00

Originally posted by vito_corleone:

no idea about thw w's but i do believe ive been knocked off somehow

I also believe you've been carrot-ed.. Since you've already paid, take it as a lesson learnt and never go back to him again..

ditzy

4 Jul 09, 23:06

From your description, you essentially replaced the whole assembly including the brake pads.