{"id":334779,"date":"2017-11-27T18:05:10","date_gmt":"2017-11-27T18:05:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/?p=334779"},"modified":"2024-01-04T19:53:54","modified_gmt":"2024-01-04T19:53:54","slug":"dont-despair-advice-expensive-repair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/dont-despair-advice-expensive-repair\/","title":{"rendered":"Don’t Despair: Advice For Your Expensive Repair"},"content":{"rendered":"

So, you\u2019ve had a problem with your car, and now you feel like the repair service you\u2019ve had is far too expensive. We\u2019ve all been there – times where we felt a bit swindled. However, there\u2019s no getting away from the fact that cars are expensive. So how do you know if you\u2019re being taken for a ride or not? <\/span><\/p>\n

Starting by negotiating with the garage could be the best thing to do, as it could be sorted out easily without any need for outside help. If you do eventually need outside help, keeping receipts and things to make your case is important. <\/span><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s more advice on what to do about that expensive repair:<\/span><\/p>\n

Speaking To The Garage<\/span><\/h2>\n

Calling the garage is an option and can help you to get everything fixed ASAP. However, an email can prove your communication with them. The wording of the letter can depend on your situation, but you can usually <\/span>find a template online<\/span><\/a>. You may find templates for work completed that you didn\u2019t agree to, the garage damaging your car, and more. If these negotiations fail, you\u2019ll need to be prepared to take further action. <\/span><\/p>\n

The first step is to get your car back by paying the bill. This is called paying under protest, and you\u2019ll need to list this clearly on their copy of the order sheet and anything else you are asked to sign. You don\u2019t want the garage to argue that you accepted the charges by paying the bill. There\u2019s risk, as there\u2019s no guarantee you\u2019ll get your money back, but there are ways you can try. <\/span><\/p>\n

Go To A Trade Association<\/span><\/h2>\n

If the garage is a member of the trade association, you can get them to help settle your dispute. This may even include receiving compensation for wasting time. Bear in mind help will only be available if the garage is a member. If the garage refuses to tell you, you can look online to find out yourself. <\/span><\/p>\n

Alternatively, you can use an ADR Scheme if the garage is a member of one of those. This can help you to solve your disagreement without going to court. It\u2019s important that while you do this you keep a record of every communication with the garage to back up your case. <\/span><\/p>\n

Going To Another Garage<\/span><\/h2>\n

It\u2019s always possible to take your car to a more reliable garage, like <\/span>pangbourne garage<\/span><\/a> to get the car repaired. You can attempt to go to court for the cost of extra repairs later, but bear in mind the extra fees may not always be awarded to you. Always research the new garage, and bear in mind what happens can depend on the repairs already done to your car and whether it can be driven. <\/span><\/p>\n

Going To Court<\/span><\/h2>\n

If all else fails, <\/span>taking action to the small claims court<\/span><\/a> is possible. This takes time and money, so bear this in mind. It is definitely the most stressful option. Always get advice from a legal representative before you take this route. <\/span><\/p>\n

Finally, reporting to trading standards can help others to avoid getting swindled by this garage later on down the line! <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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