Well it is time for a service (first in my tenure) and 1st MOT. Do I take it back to main dealer or go to an independant (I am in SWLondon so think Lakeside is almost as close as main dealer). I know the independant will be cheaper but I have also heard the general sentiment that the independants ‘care’ more??? Any thoughts of effect on resale (not that I am thinking of selling it).
Also need a new set of boots (currently on 48’s - well what’s left of 'em ). Will probably be about 75/25 road/track use. Stay with 48’s or try 39’s?? Do the independants supply/fit tyres (spose I could call them and ask??).
Cheers Mike that was what I was thinking. It would be good to strike up a rapport with a well-known independant as I feel some mods coming on this year - mine is pretty much stock right now. I think I will stick with 48’s - I was quite impressed at Llandow in the damp (tho’ I been caught out on the road when standing water is about - ‘fear the puddle’ ))
I will probably get on the phone to Lakeside in the morning…
Mike is 100% - I’m doing my own servicing and to be honest I prefer to know that its done correct (Mmmmm time is getting short eh Mike )and in that respect I would trust an independent more ( although you still need to be sure ) Lakeside seem to have a very good reputation though and I think stamp the book anyhow …
If you consider only a real enthusiast is gonna buy an Exige I cant see any harm in that at all.
MOT is another thing - you need a symathetic place
Ben agree with Andy do my own servicing. Reckon I take much more care than your average Lotus dealer. Service record not too important to me - will be keeping the silva machine until something better comes along