Service Question
05-23-2002, 10:32 AM
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Okay I know most of you guys prefer to perform your own service on your cars but I simply do not have the time to do so!
So anyway my question is that does it make more sense to take it to a dealership with "certified" mechanics compared to an independant shop? Is there a substantial price difference?
In case you are wondering I have a 91 944 S2 cabrio and I've run into a couple of glitches that I want fixed before they turn into anything serious. First is that at times it seems like one of the belts is rubbing something - it's not really squealing and it's not a continous sound but it sounds awful at a stoplight.
The second is my intermittent temperature guage which will shoot up to the red one second and go back down to normal operating temperature the next.
By the way neither of these problems has occurred in maybe two weeks so could it be my cabrio doesn't like colder weather? I don't know...
If anyone has any suggestions for shops to take my vehicle to it would be appreciated. I've gotten in touch with Jay's Wagon Works in Englewood (based on one of the messages I read recently) thus far as although I live in PA I work in New York so I'd prefer a mechanic closer to the city. But before I finalize the appointment I wanted to get everyone's opinion.
Thanks for all the help!
So anyway my question is that does it make more sense to take it to a dealership with "certified" mechanics compared to an independant shop? Is there a substantial price difference?
In case you are wondering I have a 91 944 S2 cabrio and I've run into a couple of glitches that I want fixed before they turn into anything serious. First is that at times it seems like one of the belts is rubbing something - it's not really squealing and it's not a continous sound but it sounds awful at a stoplight.
The second is my intermittent temperature guage which will shoot up to the red one second and go back down to normal operating temperature the next.
By the way neither of these problems has occurred in maybe two weeks so could it be my cabrio doesn't like colder weather? I don't know...
If anyone has any suggestions for shops to take my vehicle to it would be appreciated. I've gotten in touch with Jay's Wagon Works in Englewood (based on one of the messages I read recently) thus far as although I live in PA I work in New York so I'd prefer a mechanic closer to the city. But before I finalize the appointment I wanted to get everyone's opinion.
Thanks for all the help!
05-23-2002, 11:00 AM
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My opinion is: ask on this board who people trust in that area and then call and talk with those people. Pick the one you think sounds best and has been recommended by these guys. It's important that the mechanic really know these cars though. The PO on my 944 really didn't understand the car and did major damage with his repairs... In the last two weeks I've spent over $2000 to fix these mistakes.
So just find someone that other Porsche car owners trust and you like... but experience is a must.
So just find someone that other Porsche car owners trust and you like... but experience is a must.
05-23-2002, 01:11 PM
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I have found it best to find a good mechanic that specializes in working on your type and age of car. It is also a good sign that he drives a similar car. The problem here that this is easier said then done. There are lots of bad stories out there but you don't here much about the good stories.human nature. There are lots of good mechanic out there who would be glad to work on your car.ask around.
Gauge shooting up, sounds like a bad habit. Check the wire connections at the gauge.
Gauge shooting up, sounds like a bad habit. Check the wire connections at the gauge.
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My $0.02...
If there is not an independent who specializes in Porsches in your area, then take it to the dealership. In any case, buy the parts from the place that does the work. The few dollars you save by supplying your own parts isn't worth the risk of having the mechanic blame your parts if there is a problem. In Houston, we have several great shops to choose from. Check out your local PCA newsletter and see who advertises with them. Then check the BBB (Better Business Bureau) and see if they have any complaints (might do this with the Porsche Dealer as well). There are great shops out there, ya just gotta find them.
Good Luck,
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If there is not an independent who specializes in Porsches in your area, then take it to the dealership. In any case, buy the parts from the place that does the work. The few dollars you save by supplying your own parts isn't worth the risk of having the mechanic blame your parts if there is a problem. In Houston, we have several great shops to choose from. Check out your local PCA newsletter and see who advertises with them. Then check the BBB (Better Business Bureau) and see if they have any complaints (might do this with the Porsche Dealer as well). There are great shops out there, ya just gotta find them.
Good Luck,
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