sonict Report post Posted February 20, 2014 hey guys - what fluids are typically necessary on an 08 gallardo w/ 15k miles? i've been quoted the "15k mile service" which includes engine oil, differential oil, and coolant. How much labor is involved in hours? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbo50Mike Report post Posted February 23, 2014 hey guys - what fluids are typically necessary on an 08 gallardo w/ 15k miles? i've been quoted the "15k mile service" which includes engine oil, differential oil, and coolant. How much labor is involved in hours? I don't think I'd mess with the coolant at 15k...Maybe just check the level and concentration, and top off as needed. The oil and filter are ~$150 altogether. The trans/rear diff fluid and front diff fluid is probably ~$100. Spyders are a touch more difficult than coupes. So I would say about 4-5 hours labor TOPS! This is not difficult stuff to do. In a coupe this would take about 3 hours. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
djantlive Report post Posted February 23, 2014 I don't think I'd mess with the coolant at 15k...Maybe just check the level and concentration, and top off as needed. The oil and filter are ~$150 altogether. The trans/rear diff fluid and front diff fluid is probably ~$100. Spyders are a touch more difficult than coupes. So I would say about 4-5 hours labor TOPS! This is not difficult stuff to do. In a coupe this would take about 3 hours. Prices quoted above are for parts only btw. Change the brake fluid also. Far more important than coolant. Front diff doesn't need to be changed at 15k (despite of factory interval). Change your cabin filter (2 hrs labor alone). Inspect air filter also. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbo50Mike Report post Posted February 24, 2014 Prices quoted above are for parts only btw. Change the brake fluid also. Far more important than coolant. Front diff doesn't need to be changed at 15k (despite of factory interval). Change your cabin filter (2 hrs labor alone). Inspect air filter also. Yes...I should have said that I was quoting prices on the fluids, not the entire job...It's really not rocket science, and any accomplished mechanic could handle it. And I agree...Brake fluid > Coolant. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dreamcast18 Report post Posted February 25, 2014 Change your cabin filter (2 hrs labor alone). this is one task I will not DIY..not worth the time/pain....worth paying the mechanic to do it. really dumb ass design by VW... on my Acura it was a 10 minute job. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
djantlive Report post Posted February 25, 2014 1105419[/url]'] this is one task I will not DIY..not worth the time/pain....worth paying the mechanic to do it. really dumb ass design by VW... on my Acura it was a 10 minute job. Yup, it wasn't fun and I hope I don't have to do it again! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonict Report post Posted February 26, 2014 thanks for the responses so far guys. I was quoted $2500 for a fluid/spark plug service, is this fair or necessary on an 08 with 15k miles? Also, any thoughts on the depreciation of the Gallardo? thinking I should sell now and buy a cheaper car, any thoughts on this? $2500 service includes - coolant, diff oil, engine oil, spark plugs, brake flush. independent mechanic Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwinV10 Report post Posted March 5, 2014 thanks for the responses so far guys. I was quoted $2500 for a fluid/spark plug service, is this fair or necessary on an 08 with 15k miles? Also, any thoughts on the depreciation of the Gallardo? thinking I should sell now and buy a cheaper car, any thoughts on this? $2500 service includes - coolant, diff oil, engine oil, spark plugs, brake flush. independent mechanic Ridiculously high. At most you have $1000.00 in fluids and labor. $1500.00 to change spark plugs that are $10.00 each on Amazon? Nice profit. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
deonss Report post Posted March 6, 2014 You got ripped off. Spark Plug change is only needed at 30k. They probably charged the Lambo price of $59 per plug. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonict Report post Posted March 9, 2014 You got ripped off. Spark Plug change is only needed at 30k. They probably charged the Lambo price of $59 per plug. Appreciate the input guys. I haven't done any service work yet, the rate per hr is just insanely high. Anyone know a reasonable mechanic in Miami who isn't trying to get rich off a fluid change? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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