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Estimates are guides, not quotes.

Select your service and vehicle details to see an estimated price range (incl. VAT).

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Injector prices can vary, depending on vehicle make/model.  Starting around €180 + VAT  each.  (The price of injectors does not include removal, refit, reprogramming). To purchase injectors only please contact Portlaoise Diesel directly for Up to date prices. If you need injectors repairing, reconditioning, refitting, or reprogramming. Please contact us directly.

How Much Is A Service?

A service price can vary, depending on vehicle make/model; and whether your vehicle needs just a basic service (Oil & Filters). Or, (Oil, Filters & Pads). Or, (Oil, Filters, Pads & Brake Discs).  A Minor Service (Oil & Filters) start at: €230 (VAT included).  To best determine an exact price we will now provide customers with a full estimate once they have booked in with us. This will need to be agreed upon by the customer prior to commencement. 

How much is vehicle diagnostics?

Vehicle diagnostics in person costs €60 + VAT = €68.10. This includes a full diagnostic report.

You can also use our Auto Advisor Platform for ‘Car Owners’ to get a better understanding of your vehicle issue, whilst you wait.

A Pre NCT Check is €90.80. (This does not include parts where necessary).

Post NCT Repairs is the cost of your parts plus labour. This can vary dependent on the repairs involved.  A starting point would be €180 + cost of parts.

An upgrade will cost €317 (vat included).

An upgrade will cost €317 (vat included).

Remapping is €317 (vat included).

Does Laois Auto Care Ltd do ‘Commercial Fleet Maintenance & Service Plans’?
Yes, we do very competitive plans for all our commercial customers. More information can be found here.

We don’t do payment plans.

Unfortunately, we no longer offer credit facilities, due to non payment of accounts.

OUR HISTORY

We've got a team of experienced engineers ready with competitive rates, great skills and excellent customer service.

Located within Portlaoise, Co Laois and serving the Midlands.

CONTACT INFO

New Road, Downs. Portlaoise R32-K820

Email Us @ info@laoisautocare.ie

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