Audi gurus advice needed

[Mokgaga]

gents, sorry for the hijack. anyone know reputable Audi mechanic in Jhb North or PTA? Must be RMI accredited for warranty purposes! i can service my audi (2010 1.8T with 90k) as i’m mechanically inclined but don’t want to lose warranty

 

[Khumalo79]

This is a little bit of a logical fallacy.

There really isn't all that much different between these modern cars and older cars and in many ways they are much easier to fix and resolve issues with for having more sensors and electronic diagnosis.

The problem is rather that of the entire "maintenance plan" facade which is really like Medical Aids. Simply by virtue of these plans existing what would alternatively be small thing looked at by a real professional becomes a let's replace everything exercise because the motorplan exists.

Old Days

Customer : I have a little problem with the clutch slipping too early and would like to have it looked at.

Workshop : Oh we just needed to top up the hydraulic fluid and re-routed the clutch line as it was pinching.

Modern Day with Maintenance Plan

Customer : I have a little problem with the clutch slipping too early and would like to have it looked at.

Workshop : Oh no worries we'll just order a new mechatronics unit for your car...this happens often and here's a courtesy vehicle while we wait for parts. Two weeks later...oh we also replaced the entire clutch pack and the reverse gear just to be safe...but don't worry maintenance plan covers it all.

Then when the maintenance plan ends these "mechanics" still operate in the very same manner but the difference is now the owner pays for it.

100% correct these so called maintenance plans are a way to milk every cent out of you, on top of the exorbitant monthly installments.