Why You Should Service Your Vehicle at a Dealership

All car owners will eventually have to get their vehicle serviced at some point. To keep your car running its best, it’s important to regularly get a fluid change, tire rotation, and multi-point inspection. This will greatly improve your car’s longevity, which is why it’s so important to find a reliable service location. 

While independent mechanics can be an easy solution, the smartest solution for your vehicle is to bring it to a dealership. Not only is this the safest choice, but dealerships can often save you money through warranty coverage, coupons, and satisfaction guarantees. On top of this, dealership service departments have the experience, knowledge, and equipment needed for any type of automotive work. 

There are many benefits to getting your car serviced at a dealership including:

One benefit to going to a dealership is that your car will be serviced using genuine Nissan OEM parts. Factory OEM parts ensure the best quality, fit, and performance for your vehicle. This is because they are the same ones that came with your vehicle when it was manufactured. If you’re thinking of selling your vehicle down the road, OEM parts can increase the resale value. 

Along with this, dealerships have a full inventory of parts ready to use. Depending on the part needed for your car, independent shops may not have it in stock. At dealerships, your vehicle is serviced faster because you’re not waiting on parts to arrive. 

Dealerships employ manufacturer-trained mechanics who have earned certifications with your vehicle’s brand. These technicians are familiar with the specific make and model of your vehicle. They also receive ongoing training to keep them up to date on the brand’s latest updates and technologies. Unlike at an independent shop, these technicians work on vehicles like yours every day. Non-dealership service teams may only work on vehicles like yours once a month. 

Additionally, manufacturer training means that maintenance and repair work is done to your vehicle’s specifications. This is important because a simple error can cause costly damage to your vehicle. For example, mistakes like too much oil, too little oil, or incorrect filter, can all impact your vehicle’s powertrain. With dealership service departments, the mechanics are certified to keep your vehicle running the way its manufacturers intended. 

Lastly, dealerships provide their technicians with frequent, recurring training. Because of this continuous learning, dealership technicians are able to diagnose and fix repairs quicker and more efficiently. 

Another advantage to going to a dealership is that most vehicles come standard with warranty coverage. At United Nissan Imperial, both our new and Certified Pre-Owned Nissan vehicles include limited powertrain warranties. The best part, it’s zero-cost and covers any repairs needed as a result of mechanical breakdown. 

For example, most new Nissan models include a 3-year/36,000-mile limited warranty and a 5-year/60,000-mile limited powertrain warranty. See your dealer for specific vehicle information.

Even Certified Pre-Owned Nissans come with a 7-year/100,000-mile limited powertrain warranty. With this coverage, you can feel confident driving knowing that in the event of a breakdown, any parts, labor, and taxes required to repair the powertrain are completely covered. This coverage can help save you thousands of dollars compared to powertrain work done elsewhere. 

It’s a common misconception that dealership service departments are more expensive than independent shops. In fact, most dealerships will save you money by offering competitive rates, monthly service offers, and discounts. At United Nissan Imperial, we firmly believe that high-quality service shouldn’t break the bank. Our finance team will work with you endlessly to get the best possible, deal, loan, or lease. 

Finally, getting your car serviced at a dealership is quick and convenient. At United Nissan Imperial, we have a spacious waiting area with free WiFi and comfortable seating. Our team will work as quickly as possible to get you back on the road in no time

Whether you’re needing routine work or a repair, our team is happy to help. You can either schedule an appointment online or call us at 888-332-1247 to book.