Is It Worth Getting Logbook Service for a Third Hand Car?

AussieBogan on 08/01/2023 - 22:51

Hi Bargainers,

I bought my car a year ago for ~$8000 and I was the third owner of the car. The car is 8 years old now with ~130K milages and has just passed its warranty period (7 years). Previous owners always had logbook services for warranty purpose and had full car service history on the logbook. However since the car has passed its warranty period and I suspect the car won't be worth that much anymore if I'm trying to sell it to its fourth owner, is it still worth getting logbook service? Basic service costs $250 and logbook service costs $400.

Cheers

Automotive

Comments

  • jizmo on 08/01/2023 - 22:56

    No
    Did you just look at the log book and think I'll buy it?

  • Jimothy Wongingtons on 08/01/2023 - 23:02
    +2

    User name did not check out…

    • Euphemistic on 09/01/2023 - 09:21
      +2

      No 7 year warranty on commodores.

      • Jimothy Wongingtons on 09/01/2023 - 09:29

        what do you mean ACL doesnt cover broken/missing fuel cap and aerial on the '96 commo?

  • AustriaBargain on 08/01/2023 - 23:35

    If you were impressed by the logbook service record then maybe whoever you sell it to will be as well.

  • prisonmike on 08/01/2023 - 23:35

    Handover your bogan license now … A bogan never ever services their vehicle period

    • Jimothy Wongingtons on 09/01/2023 - 09:30

      Either that or has a mate's mate who can do it for a slab.

  • Matt P on 08/01/2023 - 23:40
    +6

    a "4th owner" will only care that there is records of servicing. I'd stick to the service schedule (i.e. what to change and how often) but just get it done by a local trustworthy mechanic

  • Thiefsie on 09/01/2023 - 07:39

    My logbook servicing is cheaper than a couple of local quotes from normal mechanics in my area so I stick with them. Depends on the car.

    Otherwise don't bother.

  • Euphemistic on 09/01/2023 - 09:24
    +1

    Sure it’ll be worth less than what you paid, but a regularly serviced vehicle in good condition will be worth more than one that isn’t serviced.

    No need for ‘log book’ servicing, but should maintain regular servicing. Don’t skip timing belt replacement if required.

  • ForkSnorter on 09/01/2023 - 09:57

    Doesn't really matter. What matters more is that you service at a place that is an expert on your car model, and that has a reputation for honesty and decent prices. Could save you money, plus avoid headache in future.

  • Lord Ra on 09/01/2023 - 10:15

    Did you get 3 quotes for your logbook service?
    Do what the manual recommends. If you're at the age/kms mark, then stick to it, is my recommendation. Especially if you're planning to hold on to the car for a couple of years.

  • doctordv8 on 09/01/2023 - 19:32

    Regardless of how many owners… the Book Service is always the best for a vehicle. It is not that old and has average Ks for age.

    Book servicing covers so much more unless it is the basic or interim Service only. A generic Service is cheap, but it is very basic.

    Do the checks and balances of what is being offered and performed versus cost and conditions and inclusions post Service.

  • Leadfoot6 on 09/01/2023 - 22:00
    +1

    I still don't understand why posters on automotive topics on many different forums, here and elsewhere, do not give details of the vehicle they are asking questions about.

    To me, a moderator on a worldwide automotive forum, it is quite baffling.

    Has make/model/year of car been recently classified as a national security matter?

    • doctordv8 on 10/01/2023 - 08:30

      Welcome to Real World OzBargain.
      Most OPs want us to do all the work with them doing the least.
      Standard 1st reply…. what make/model size etc.

      The required MS Paint is always and only after a specific request too of course.

      Mwahahahahah

  • dkwon10 on 10/01/2023 - 11:15

    if you don't plan to resell then don't bother to service it. Otherwise expect to lose 20% of the resale value if you ever resell it

  • Tricon on 10/01/2023 - 13:51

    In my recent real world experience, a non log book service included banging the air filter against a wall to clean it, while the logbook service included a new air cleaner. A savvy mechanic would offer to replace the air cleaner. A better outcome for both without requiring the logbook. Be warned that for some older cars the logbook service would include replacing the timing belt reducing the risk of potential catastrophic engine failure. Read the logbook see what is required and ask the mechanic which items are required if you are unsure. You could list the logbook service items here and ask for more directed comments.

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