Owning a beautiful, luxurious European car is a driving dream for many Australians. Models made by European manufacturers such as Peugeot, Audi and Mercedes Benz, provide a level of luxury, performance and driving comfort that is seen as the epitome of the on-road experience.
Becoming the owner of a European car also involves a certain level of responsibility that owning a less esteemed make of vehicle entails. It's highly recommended that you only use authorised parts and auto professionals to service and repair the car both inside and out. This means finding panel beaters, mechanics and service centres who are registered as preferred providers for the make of vehicle you own.
Here are the three main reasons why it's so important to do this.
1. Quality
European cars are loved for both the beauty of their exterior and the superior quality of their engines. A preferred service provider will be able to complete any damage to the body of your vehicle or engine problems to the same high standard that the car was built with. They will also use genuine parts, which will ensure that the integrity of your vehicle is maintained and isn't compromised with inferior parts.
2. Warranty
Using approved and preferred service providers is also important to ensure that your warranty remains valid. Having your European car serviced or repaired by a run-of-the-mill service provider can render your warranty obsolete and prevent you from having any manufacturing or material defects that arise and would be repaired free of charge by the manufacturer.
3. Resale
High-quality European cars feature at the top of the list when it comes to vehicle resale. They not only sell faster than other vehicle types, they also achieve a higher than average resale price than more common makes and models. This is even true of old model European cars, which don't have the same rapid depreciation as other vehicle types.
However, to enjoy the higher resale values, European cars generally need to have a documented history of repairs and service by registered and preferred service providers for the relevant manufacturer. Buyers of European cars, even second-hand models, expect a certain level of quality and reliability that can only be assured with the right repairs and servicing.
Finding the right service providers for your make of European car is vital. If you're unsure where to find one in your region, you should be able to find a list on the Australian website of your car's manufacturer. For more information, contact your local Peugeot panel beaters.
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