They're not called "stealers" for nothing
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07-17-2007, 11:31 AM
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RE: They're not called "stealers" for nothing
ORIGINAL: Blackmouth
Because of the taxes in TX, I always make sure to ask what is my out-the-door price before getting any work done on any of my rides.
I make sure taxes, disposal fees, shop fees (some places expect you to pay for the shop-towels I guess), etc...
I guess it may be a good idea to get in this habit no matter where you live.
My closest Harley dealer always gives you the OTD price right up front, which I like.
They'll say something like, "that would be $170".
I make sure by asking, "How much after taxes/fees, I want the otd".
Response has always been, "that is your otd".
They've always stuck to it too.
Because of the taxes in TX, I always make sure to ask what is my out-the-door price before getting any work done on any of my rides.
I make sure taxes, disposal fees, shop fees (some places expect you to pay for the shop-towels I guess), etc...
I guess it may be a good idea to get in this habit no matter where you live.
My closest Harley dealer always gives you the OTD price right up front, which I like.
They'll say something like, "that would be $170".
I make sure by asking, "How much after taxes/fees, I want the otd".
Response has always been, "that is your otd".
They've always stuck to it too.
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07-17-2007, 11:39 AM
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RE: They're not called "stealers" for nothing
really is a motivator to learn how to some of this stuff on your own - oild changes and inspections are easy money the dealer. I have stopped brining my bike to the dealer for anything - if its broke I fix it or at least try and fix it.
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07-17-2007, 11:50 AM
RE: They're not called "stealers" for nothing
If you can't do the basic service yourself, oil/filter/gasket/etc., you shouldn't be riding a bike in the first place. A manual is $60 and it's nearly idiot proof on the majority of subjects.
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07-17-2007, 11:52 AM
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RE: They're not called "stealers" for nothing
I had a similar experience when I had my high output horn installed a few months ago. Before I bought it I walked back to service and asked how long to install. I was told no more than 30 minutes, so I bought it. When I turned it in I again asked, how long. 30 minutes tops I was told. 3 1/2 hours later I got a bill for $245 plus tax. I "reminded" them what they had quoted me and the service manager did not hesitate. He said I was right and it would be $35 plus tax.
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07-17-2007, 11:54 AM
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My Low Rider is due for its 1000 mile service and I am getting quotes of $295 - $325. The closest stealer is the most expensive one.
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07-17-2007, 12:38 PM
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RE: They're not called "stealers" for nothing
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If you can't do the basic service yourself, oil/filter/gasket/etc., you shouldn't be riding a bike in the first place. A manual is $60 and it's nearly idiot proof on the majority of subjects.
If you can't do the basic service yourself, oil/filter/gasket/etc., you shouldn't be riding a bike in the first place. A manual is $60 and it's nearly idiot proof on the majority of subjects.
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07-17-2007, 12:59 PM
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RE: They're not called "stealers" for nothing
it was so easy I though I was doing something wrong, get the manual and you will feel much better about riding the bike when your done, you'll know that it's done right and everything you paid for actually was completed.
#19
07-17-2007, 01:02 PM
RE: They're not called "stealers" for nothing
Here in Mexico we can still afford the luxury of quialifyed labor at the stealer (yes, still a stealer...) One hour of labor is only $50.00
Pain in the *** what they did to you. Hidden costs are dishonoring practices.
Belongin' to the HOG in here still gives us leverage in those cases when "the company is not responsible for...", "those are extra charges", etc. If the Dealer wants support from the Chapter, then its members get support from the dealer. I always get a discount for being a customer from the same guy since '99, always ask for a discount and always get it.
BTW, that is a great bike you have there. My girl is considering that ride for her, it is either that or an Ultra (she wants we to ride two up in extreme comfort).
Mimo.
Pain in the *** what they did to you. Hidden costs are dishonoring practices.
Belongin' to the HOG in here still gives us leverage in those cases when "the company is not responsible for...", "those are extra charges", etc. If the Dealer wants support from the Chapter, then its members get support from the dealer. I always get a discount for being a customer from the same guy since '99, always ask for a discount and always get it.
BTW, that is a great bike you have there. My girl is considering that ride for her, it is either that or an Ultra (she wants we to ride two up in extreme comfort).
Mimo.
