We get it, maintaining a car is not at the top of your to-do list. You have kids that need your attention, dogs that need walked, work that needs done, driveways that need shoveled – the car can wait

Keeping your Ford , Subaru or any other make of car in running order can feel like a financial hit you would like to avoid for as long as possible. Unfortunately, the reality is that the longer you wait and the more you put these tasks off, the more expensive it can all be. 

At Lakeview Automotive we believe that we deserve to be your auto mechanic in Calgary, and we want to help you avoid the gut-punch of major repairs. These are just a few of the common routine maintenance issues that people avoid leading to major costs down the road – let us be your Calgary auto repair shop and we will ensure you avoid these painful, major car and truck repairs. 

Routine oil changes

The cost to get a regular oil change should be in the range of $50 - $100 dollars depending on your vehicle and oil selection. While the price of replacing your engine could be as much as $4000+. 

A routine oil change will help you avoid the massive expense of replacing your engine. Keep your car healthy by replacing old oil with new, clean lubricant. You can get this service done at every auto mechanic shop in Calgary, and of course Lakeview Automotive would be happy to help with this. 

Tire Rotations 

A simple tire rotation every 12,000km or 7,500 miles should cost as little as $50. A tire replacement will likely be in the range of $500+. 

Just like the bottoms of your running shoes, different portions of your tires will wear on each of your four tires. By rotating your tires, you can get the best use of your entire tire and avoid additional performance and handling issues on your Ford, Subaru or any other make. A quick trip to your local auto mechanic in Calgary will save you hundreds. 

Timing Belt Replacement

The cost of replacing a timing belt is not small at around $500 - $700 but the cost of not replacing that belt and instead repairing your engine will be upwards of $2500. 

Not only is it important for the health of your car to replace your timing belt at the recommended interval, but if you don’t, you might just find yourself decelerating in the middle of the highway. If the timing belt is not replaced when it needs to be and it stops working, your entire engine will fail. If your auto mechanic suggests you replace this part, we suggest listening. Or come by Lakeview Automotive for a second opinion. 

Brake Inspection

A simple brake inspection will likely cost you been $150 - $300, but to replace the rotor or drum will likely be upwards of $500. 

By visiting a Calgary auto repair shop and having your brake pads inspected and possibly replaced annually will save you hundreds. Not to mention, no one feels safe driving a car when the brakes aren’t properly maintained. 

Lakeview Automotive loves Subaru, Fords and every other make of car. Don’t be scared! We want to help you save money. Give us a call at 403.242.1575 or visit our website at lakeviewautomotive.ca to make an appointment today – it could save you thousands!