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t-poke t1_je5fkuu wrote

It's a sales tactic to get you in there to buy a new car. If they're offering you extra money for your trade, they're charging you more for the new car.

Dealers don't do anything because it benefits the customer.

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BMXBikr OP t1_je5ftze wrote

That makes me feel better about saying no, thanks. Getting my oil changed and new brakes and they always offer a cabin air filter replacement after I just changed it. I hate the name brand garages, but idk if I can trust a local garage with the correct oil and care either.

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t-poke t1_je5g2kw wrote

I'm not saying I'd trust Jiffy Lube, but your Civic is nothing special. Any decent local mechanic can work on it. Ask your friends and family if they know of a good one.

Good on you for changing the air filters yourself, in most cars, you could probably train a monkey to do it. Super easy.

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BoxingRaptor t1_je5g9se wrote

You should try to find a well-reviewed independent mechanic near you. They are almost certainly overcharging you a good bit for the brakes, if you even really need them at all.

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BMXBikr OP t1_je5ggm5 wrote

Thanks, I'll be looking around after this visit. Yeah, I do need them, put it off longer than I'd like for safety.

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