newbie from Townsville

[VWTownsville]

Hi all,

I've got a Golf 2002 TDI wagon (yes, it is a wagon, an UK model). I bought it from friends who privately brought it into OZ. I'm very happy with the car, but very frustrated with the cost of service from the local VW dealer (there is only one VW dealer in Townsville). Anything and every little thing cost a fortune. Are there alternatives to the service provided by the dealer? Would you guys consider taking your VW to a "generic" mechanic? Cheers.

[mikepologti]

hi mate and welcome to the forum. well it depends what you mean by generic. if its someone thats a certifyied vw/audi mechanic then id certainly have no worries doing it that way. pity your not closer to brisbane , jimmy or "jmac"on these forums does services for alot cheeper then the dealerships (with just as much quality) , hell you wanted to do something major it might even be worth your while driving down here , and have a bit of a holiday while your at it. (for the same cost of staying at home and having your local do it instead)

[VWTownsville]

hi mate and welcome to the forum. well it depends what you mean by generic. if its someone thats a certifyied vw/audi mechanic then id certainly have no worries doing it that way. pity your not closer to brisbane , jimmy or "jmac"on these forums does services for alot cheeper then the dealerships (with just as much quality) , hell you wanted to do something major it might even be worth your while driving down here , and have a bit of a holiday while your at it. (for the same cost of staying at home and having your local do it instead)

Thanks mikepologti.
I've found this website with a list of VW service specialists, including 2 in Townsville. Has any one used any of the listed services? Cheers.

http://www.servautogroup.com.au/volk...GEN%20%28VW%29

[mikepologti]

best place to post that request would be in the golf section. not many people unfortunatly visit the newbies threads. at least if you post there youll be heard.

[Mr. JLT]

Welcome to the forums mate. We just started a section on the forums for Townsville people. Let me know what kinda of service work you need done. Cheers J
http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/newf...ad.php?t=41229