I went into the dealership for the 40k mile service which involved some fluid changes, tire rotation and brake wear test. I walked out of there $1300 poorer, after they nickel and dimed me for a bunch of other things that came up during the inspection. I even turned down some of the “suggested services.” I won’t be going back there again. Anyone else get this treatment?
If you feel uninformed when you find yourself in these situations you should bring a trusted friend with you that is handy with cars, or learn to say no to everything that isn’t critical. If you go in for an oil change but they try to upsell you on 10 other things, just stick to your guns until you can have a friend review it all with you.