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In this bleak economic climate, every dollar counts. And that's why we want to prove to you that Star
Auto Authority is the smartest value in auto servicenot only for our quality and convenience but also for our pricing.
In response to customer requests, we set out on a mission to find out how much area dealers charge for routine maintenance and brake services and to see how we compare. We surveyed more than a dozen dealers about their costs, as well as loaners and shuttle rides, and we were pleased with the results. We think you will be, too.
This month, we present you with estimates for brake work on three vehicles a Chevy Tahoe, a Jeep Grand Cherokee and a Honda Civic.
Next month, we'll deliver the pricing scoop on three new vehicles, giving you the chance to see how we stack up in true apples-to-apples comparisons.
View last month's price comparisons for a BMW X5, a Honda Odyssey and a Pontiac G6.
Chevy
2007 Chevy Tahoe
Service: Install new brake pads on all four wheels and replace front rotors
| Service or Amenity |
Star Auto Authority |
Chevy Dealer |
| Cost: |
$742 |
$780 |
| Install new front brake pads |
X |
X |
| Install new front rotors |
X |
X |
| Install new rear brake pads |
X |
X |
| Resurface rear rotors |
X |
X |
| Rotate tires (if needed) |
X |
? |
| Complete vehicle inspection (including fluids) |
X |
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| Free hand car wash & vacuum |
X |
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| Free loaner with guaranteed availability * |
X |
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| Free vehicle pick up & delivery * |
X |
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| Free shuttle to/from your home/office * |
X |
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* Among the dealers we surveyed, none offer pick up and delivery service. Loaners were often limited to individuals who bought their car at the dealer or to clients spending a minimum on service. Others will drive you home but not provide a trip back.
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Jeep
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Service: Replace front brake pads and resurface front rotors
| Service or Amenity |
Star Auto Authority |
Jeep Dealer |
| Cost: |
$228 |
$240 |
| Install new front brake pads |
X |
X |
| Resurface front rotors |
X |
X |
| Rotate tires (if needed) |
X |
? |
| Complete vehicle inspection (including fluids) |
X |
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| Free hand car wash & vacuum |
X |
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| Free loaner with guaranteed availability * |
X |
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| Free vehicle pick up & delivery * |
X |
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| Free shuttle to/from your home/office * |
X |
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* Among the dealers we surveyed, none offer pick up and delivery service. Loaners were often limited to individuals who bought their car at the dealer or to clients spending a minimum on service. Others will drive you home but not provide a trip back.
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Honda
2006 Honda Civic
Service: Replace front brake pads and resurface front rotors
| Service or Amenity |
Star Auto Authority |
Honda Dealer |
| Cost: |
$262 |
$275 |
| Install new front brake pads |
X |
X |
| Resurface front rotors |
X |
X |
| Rotate tires (if needed) |
X |
? |
| Complete vehicle inspection (including fluids) |
X |
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| Free hand car wash & vacuum |
X |
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| Free loaner with guaranteed availability * |
X |
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| Free vehicle pick up & delivery * |
X |
|
| Free shuttle to/from your home/office * |
X |
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* Among the dealers we surveyed, none offer pick up and delivery service. Loaners were often limited to individuals who bought their car at the dealer or to clients spending a minimum on service. Others will drive you home but not provide a trip back.
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