Motor vehicle service in the Vöcklabruck district: price ranges and savings tips

02. Oktober 2024

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In the Vöcklabruck district, the consumer advocates of the Upper Austria Chamber of Labor have carried out current cost surveys to analyze the prices for car services. The examination included eight workshops that determined the hourly rates for car mechanics, motor vehicle floors and car painters as well as the prices for the Pickerl check. The results show a considerable price variability.

On average, drivers in the Vöcklabruck district pay around 142 euros for the working hours of a car mechanic. Motor plugers are slightly above with 195 euros and car painter with 199 euros. However, the hourly rates vary considerably: mechanics calculate between 96 and 200 euros, while Spengler and painter demand between 150 and 237.60 euros for an hour. Compared to the pricing of 2023, the hourly rates have increased an increase of about eight percent, which increases the cost burden for consumers.

prices for the Pickerl check

The costs for the Pickerl check also fluctuate. The cheapest provider demands 58 euros for this, while the most expensive price is 85.58 euros. In a broader context, the average price for the Pickerl check is around 68 euros across Upper Austria; In the Vöcklabruck district, this average is slightly above 70 euros. The cost of an examination with a badge at ARBÖ across Upper Austria is 64.70 euros, while the ÖAMTC demands 54.50 euros. The different hourly rates at ARBÖ are also striking: in the first hour the mechanic costs 86.40 euros, then 115.20 euros. The ÖAMTC, on the other hand, only offers minor repairs.

In view of the different pricing, the consumer protectors of AK provide practical tips. Before assigning an order, it is advisable to obtain a written cost estimate. Ideally, this should be free, unless the workshop pointed out. The price range often depends on the car brand and the required scope of services. Consumers are recommended to have the repairs carried out by the workshop and to clarify ambiguities in the invoice when the vehicle is picked up.

recommendations for consumers

If you are looking for a vehicle error, this is not always free of charge. Here it makes sense to set a price limit in writing, up to which an amount can be incurred without having to consult beforehand. This is particularly important for owners of older models or used vehicles, since the costs for troubleshooting may exceed the value of the vehicle. In addition, some workshops carry out the Pickerl check as part of an annual service free of charge or at discounted prices, which can be an important saving for drivers.

Overall, the current investigation by AK Upper Austria provides an important insight into the price development for car services in the Vöcklabruck district and underlines the need for consumers, well informed and attentively when choosing workshops. For more details on the diverse offers and specific price structures, a consultation of the information could be consulted on www.tips.at prove to be helpful.