Where to Service Your Aston Martin: Independent Specialist or Dealer? | GVE London – Blog

Aston Martin is a British icon. There is no car that comes to mind that blends absolute luxury and performance as well as they do. And seeing one on the road? You may not know the model if you’re not a car enthusiast, but you’ll know it’s an Aston Martin.

Now, say you’re in possession of such a car. How will you maintain it? Would you stick to the dealership or seek out an independent specialist? Which one is better? Let’s find out.

Dealership Servicing: Going by the Book

For many owners, dealership servicing is the go-to option, and it isn’t particularly surprising to see why. They offer a sense of security—they’re directly linked with the manufacturer. Who knows a car better than the lads who built it? Furthermore, there is always the reassurance that dealerships will stick to using genuine parts and have the tools, techniques, and technicians to work on any and every Aston Martin model.

However, it all comes at a cost, and it isn’t a small one either. Luxury car servicing in London isn’t particularly inexpensive to begin with, and dealerships take the bill to a whole new level with their overheads, fees, and tendency to oversell (not all dealerships are guilty of this, though).

Independent Specialists: Just a Cost-Saving Option or a Real Alternative?

Independent specialists suffer from the hangover of the past, where people still believe they’re merely a cost-effective alternative. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth today. These garages now often have ex-dealership technicians, factory-trained individuals, or absolute car nerds who know the ins and outs of luxury and supercars.

The thing about independent garages is that they hire car enthusiasts—not just another guy from the factory who treats your vehicle like just another ticket. This personalised care is often missing in dealerships, and you can actually watch these individuals work on your car.

Cost, of course, is still a big factor here. Despite offering the same level of service and parts, they charge, on average, 20-30% less than a dealership. This can add up to significant savings over time.

Many independent garages also give you the option to choose high-quality, non-genuine parts that meet or exceed OEM standards. Furthermore, they can actually work on modified Aston Martins or help you modify yours if you want to go down that route. Official dealerships often straight-up refuse to work on cars that aren’t stock.

Read Also: Can Independent Servicing Decrease the Value of Your Luxury Car?

Supercar Service Centres: The Best of Both Worlds?

Supercar service centre, like GVE London, specialise in supercars, including Aston Martins. These centres are built with the mindset of offering the competitive prices that independent specialists provide, paired with state-of-the-art equipment and highly skilled technicians found at dealerships. Combine the two, and you get the expertise of a dealership with the affordability of an independent garage.

Conclusion

So, where should you service your Aston Martin? Well, the official route will often nudge you towards opting for dealership servicing. But remember, under the economic system we exist within, you, as the customer, always have the choice to opt for better alternatives that offer the same quality of service for a much lower price. Also, do not fall for the myth that getting your car serviced outside official dealerships voids the warranty—it does not. So, next time you want to get your Aston Martin modified, serviced, or repaired, head down to GVE London.