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Not sure whether to go for a car service plan or pay out of pocket when it comes to keeping your car in top shape? Find out everything you need to know in our handy guide to car services and the optional plans out there, so you can be confident you’re picking the right path for you.
Keeping your car serviced is a great way to ensure that it stays fit for the road for longer. A car service is a chance for your car to be thoroughly checked over for any issues, small or large. A mechanic will look at your car to see how your fluid levels are and how much wear and tear has taken place.
Some small bits of maintenance can often be carried out during the service, such as topping up fluids, tightening belts or changing the oil filter. It can also highlight any bigger issues so that you can arrange to have them dealt with before they become a real problem.
Car services are optional (although they are mandatory in some car lease agreements), but they can be a great way to keep your car in good shape. Find out more in our guide to car servicing.
Car service plans are a subscription service that allow you to pay regularly to cover a set number of services. There are a wide variety of service plans to choose from. For example, some offer a full service once or twice a year, while others might offer more frequent partial services.
You’ll normally also be able to choose whether you want to pay monthly or yearly. Either way, you’ll be paying a predicable charge rather than a one-off fee when you decide to get your car serviced.
A car service plan is a great way to spread the cost of having your car serviced. They are often better value for money than paying ad hoc and can help protect you against inflation. They can also be a good way to help you stay on top of regular servicing, by acting as a reminder.
Regularly servicing your car is not only good for making sure you can spot small issues early, but a solid service history can be very beneficial if it comes to selling your car at a later date. They are also very handy for anyone who isn’t confident about small tasks like changing oil filters or checking tyre pressure themselves.
Not sure whether a service plan is right for you or not? It’s all about your personal preferences and whether there’s a plan that fits in with your budget. If you’re looking for a quality car service from a trusted mechanic, then you’ll find both at Eastern Western Motor Group. Book an MOT or car service from Eastern Western
8 Westerton Road, East Mains Industrial Estate, Broxburn
West Lothian EH52 5AU
Calls may be monitored for quality and training purposes. Eastern Western Motor Group Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority for credit broking and insurance distribution activities under reference number 310505 – we are a credit broker not a lender. Registered Office: 8 Westerton Road, East Mains Industrial Estate, Broxburn West Lothian EH52 5AU Registered in Scotland No. 38211. VAT Registration No. 269233051.
We work with a number of carefully selected credit providers who may be able to offer you finance for your purchase. We are only able to offer finance products from these providers.