Looking for an alternative to dealer service for my Toyota Tundra at 60k miles. Found Aspen Auto Clinic online. Got an appointment next morning for an estimate. Super friendly folks and very clean facility. Their estimate was over $100 less than the dealer for the same service and they were ready to do the work right then. Since I was waiting, they fast-tracked my truck and got it to me 2 hrs earlier than I expected. I was most impressed that they showed me samples of critical fluids (brake, power steering, etc) They were changing engine oil & trans, differential and transfer case fluids so I didn't see those but was told about their condition. The dealer had offered a "brake system flush" sight unseen which would have been a wasted $120. The Aspen mech checked my battery and found it to be needing replacement and they told me it was still under warranty at Toyota so I should take it to them. Aspen didn't try to sell me a battery. Another $100 or so saved. I figure Aspen saved me over $300 with all that. I also liked the idea that they test drove the vehicle and checked/tightened all underbody and drive train nuts and bolts. Since we're leaving soon on a 5k mile trip towing a 2.5 ton travel trailer, that was really important to me. I will return!
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