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Thread Author: Mike H Replies: 33

 Parts availability - Mike H
I was a bit surprised to find that new rear pads for my Saab had to be ordered from the dealer with a 3-day delivery time, with a 15% premium for faster delivery. I would have expected to be able to walk in and buy them off the shelf. Is this common across all makes, or is it simply to do with Saab's situation?

As an aside, it worked in my favour this time! He quoted me a standard price of €105, I asked for express delivery, expecting to pay an additional €11 or so. He went online to locate some in the dealer network, and came back with a set that would be available the next working day at €72!

Last edited by: Mike H on Fri 7 Nov 14 at 10:00
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