There are a small number of dealers I would trust Craig, but there are a couple I would not go near, based on personal experiences.
Dealers work on a time based approach, whereas an experienced home mechanic can take whatever time it takes. And if there's a folder with everything saved, this is just as valid as a dealer stamp.
My Roadster had three dealer services when I bought it, but the gearbox oil was never checked, even at PDI. One dealer had butchered one of the exhaust brackets when they fitted the sports exhaust. Both had a good reputation, but evidence trumps opinion.
I would have gone for a dealer stamp after my first year, but the dealer in question really buggered me about. Wanted the Roadster for a week. Offered an old Metro as a loan car, which I was invited to insure. Guess what happened?
Interesting experience DaveW
The guy who bought my 4/4 was a little concerned when I told him that I had done ALL service work once the warranty expired.
He was much more relaxed when he actually saw the car and looked under the bonnet.
I then handed him three items
1) the completed Morgan Logbook, initially dealer signed but the bulk of the services signed by me.
2) The one and a half-inch thick "Provenance Folded" containing the original order/delivery invoices together with every insurance, parts and repair docket since new.
3) A glovebox-size log book that recorded every journey, fluid change and suspension greasing since day 1.
He then looked straight at me and said "the money will be in your account in an hour".....
