Posts made by Harvey James

A fair price for an authentic high-capacity Amaron or equivalent AGM fitted on-site is usually between 550 and 850 AED depending on the amp-hour rating. Anything quoted under 400 AED for a Mercedes battery is either old warehouse stock or the wrong spec.

Three years of non-daily driving on a California T is actually one of the more battery-challenging usage patterns for this specific car. Ferraris with sophisticated standby systems drain batteries faster during storage than cars with simpler electronics and irregular driving that doesn't fully recharge between outings accelerates that decline. The dealer quote being high doesn't mean the dealer diagnosis is wrong and the independent route being cheaper doesn't mean the work will be inferior. What matters is whether whoever does the job uses the correct AGM specification battery and completes the registration procedure properly regardless of what the workshop logo says.

2nd to 3rd shudder on that generation ES can sometimes be a fluid and filter service rather than anything major. Worth getting a proper diagnosis before assuming the worst case scenario.

Poor self centering after turns is a specific symptom that usually points to steering rack or column issues rather than tire or alignment problems. Worth mentioning that detail specifically when you describe the problem to any workshop.

Aftercare being overlooked is a real issue that affects how long even a good installation lasts. Using suitable wash products and avoiding harsh chemicals makes a noticeable difference over months of daily use.