Service cost? (Brake fluid & oil)

zman1237 · 07-19-2018, 09:54 AM

Good morning,

I just got a notice that my 2014 428i (45,500 miles) is due for a service. The info screen says Engine Oil, Brake Fluid, and Vehicle Check are due. This is my first service outside the complementary BMW maintenance program. How much should I expect to pay from the BMW dealer? Thanks!

cfm56d7b · 07-19-2018, 10:37 AM

Many BMW dealers frequently run oil / filter change specials and coupons. In SoCal, $99 deals are quite frequent. Try visiting web sites of several local dealers to find service specials.

Jc11 · 07-19-2018, 10:41 AM

Where u located at

zman1237 · 07-19-2018, 12:01 PM

I'm located in the Dallas Ft. Worth area

I figured about $100 for an oil change. Wasn't sure on the brake fluid

Billfitz · 07-21-2018, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by zman1237

How much should I expect to pay from the BMW dealer?

About twice what you'll pay at an Indy. Most here agree that once you're out of warranty only go to a dealer if you have to, otherwise develop a relationship with an Indy that specializes in German cars.

floydarogers · 07-21-2018, 09:32 PM

Brake fluid flush at my indy is around $100.
Oil change at indy, different indy, and dealer generally are $145, one was $180. Note that diesel oil is a bit more expensive than gassers.

sspade · 07-21-2018, 09:38 PM

If you are still under 50k - this service should be free, unless your time ran out?

I have a '14 also and all my service was covered up to 50k and my time wouldnt have run out until this November.

Solidjake · 08-06-2018, 03:58 PM

Oil change should be no more than $70. Oil/filter/drain plug are around 50 from FCP Euro. Labor should be $20. The 4cyl engine just needs the 5 liter jug and that's it.

varrg · 08-07-2018, 11:09 AM

I just asked my dealer yesterday what they charge...

$135 oil change
$145 brake flush

Billfitz · 08-07-2018, 09:19 PM

Before investing $145 in a brake flush invest $9 in one of these fluid testers:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The recommended brake flush interval assumes that your fluid might have been contaminated with water and that you should change it just in case. A tester can confirm if it's required or not.

Bill97z · 08-08-2018, 08:48 AM

What is involved in the "vehicle check" and how much does this cost? I just remember the "inspection I, inspection II days with my E46, they charged like 500 bucks just to check a bunch of things.

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zman1237 Second Lieutenant 51 Rep 247 Posts Drives: F12 M6, F32 428i M-Sport Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Texas iTrader: (0)	Service cost? (Brake fluid & oil) Good morning, I just got a notice that my 2014 428i (45,500 miles) is due for a service. The info screen says Engine Oil, Brake Fluid, and Vehicle Check are due. This is my first service outside the complementary BMW maintenance program. How much should I expect to pay from the BMW dealer? Thanks! __________________ F32 M-Sport F12 M6 Competition
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cfm56d7b Lieutenant General 5886 Rep 10,256 Posts Drives: 2017 440i Gran Coupe & 2015 X5 Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Orange County, CA iTrader: (2)	Many BMW dealers frequently run oil / filter change specials and coupons. In SoCal, $99 deals are quite frequent. Try visiting web sites of several local dealers to find service specials.
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zman1237 Second Lieutenant 51 Rep 247 Posts Drives: F12 M6, F32 428i M-Sport Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Texas iTrader: (0)	I'm located in the Dallas Ft. Worth area I figured about $100 for an oil change. Wasn't sure on the brake fluid __________________ F32 M-Sport F12 M6 Competition
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floydarogers Curmudgeon and Pedant 690 Rep 3,489 Posts Drives: 2010 335d, 2014 328d Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Bellevue, WA iTrader: (0)	Brake fluid flush at my indy is around $100. Oil change at indy, different indy, and dealer generally are $145, one was $180. Note that diesel oil is a bit more expensive than gassers.
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sspade Major General 2465 Rep 5,457 Posts Drives: F30 Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Stevenson, WA iTrader: (3) Garage List 2016 BMW 320i [7.87] 2014 BMW 328i [6.83]	If you are still under 50k - this service should be free, unless your time ran out? I have a '14 also and all my service was covered up to 50k and my time wouldnt have run out until this November.
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Solidjake ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ 945 Rep 1,762 Posts Drives: '13 328i Msport 6MT Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: NYC/SNJ iTrader: (2)	Oil change should be no more than $70. Oil/filter/drain plug are around 50 from FCP Euro. Labor should be $20. The 4cyl engine just needs the 5 liter jug and that's it. __________________ Tensioner/belt DIY \| Side skirt extension DIY Apex SM-10/DWS06+ \| 400m/X-ice Xi3 \| Injen Exhaust \| Stoptech SS Lines \| 335 Front Brakes Hawk HPS 5.0 \| RBF600 \| ER Charge Pipes \| Wagner Evo Comp 2 FMIC
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varrg Registered 0 Rep 4 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: DFW iTrader: (0)	I just asked my dealer yesterday what they charge... $135 oil change $145 brake flush
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Billfitz Lieutenant General 8243 Rep 16,081 Posts Drives: '15 328iX GT Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: New Hampshire iTrader: (0)	Before investing $145 in a brake flush invest $9 in one of these fluid testers: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 The recommended brake flush interval assumes that your fluid might have been contaminated with water and that you should change it just in case. A tester can confirm if it's required or not.
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Bill97z Private 22 Rep 69 Posts Drives: 2013 328 xDrive Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	What is involved in the "vehicle check" and how much does this cost? I just remember the "inspection I, inspection II days with my E46, they charged like 500 bucks just to check a bunch of things.
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