Services
Don’t drive to Tampa for your next European car service. Mike Martino always delivers the finest service and parts work around Port Richey.
He’s proud to announce Bulldog Automotive, which builds on his decades of experience with Mercedes Benz and other fine European vehicles.
Mike has worked personally with Audi, BMW, Mercedes Benz, Mini Cooper and Volkswagen. His services include:
- oil maintenance
- engine repair
- tires
- brakes
- exhaust
- air conditioning
- computer diagnostics
- window motors
- scheduled factory maintenance services
- performance upgrades (turbo supercharger, garrett turbos, etc.)
- and much more!
OIL SERVICE WITH INSPECTION
Mike provides the following services:
- Oil and filter change using high quality fleece filter and Mobil One 10w30 fully synthetic motor oil
- Replaces the microfilter
- Checks the battery with a Midtronics tester
- Conducts a full vehicle function test and inspection including the engine, undercarriage, brakes, lights, HVAC system, & throttle linkage
- Replaces the air filter
- Replaces wiper blades
- Inspects tires and fills to the correct level
- Inspects brake pads and rotors
- Checks ball joints, suspension bushings, & flex discs
- Inspects the car for leaks
- Checks all bulbs and replaces them as needed (Headlamp and fog light bulbs are an extra cost)
- Checks all fluid levels and fills to correct levels as needed
- Uses a tester for BMW reset service interval indicator light
- Test drives the vehicle
Package deal: $169.95, plus sales tax
Compare Mike’s cost with the same service at the BMW dealer: $355 plus sales tax… You save 52%!!
FLEXIBLE B SERVICE
Mike provides the following services:
- Visually checks the engine compartment
- Checks and handles leaks from major components
- Checks for chafe marks, line routing, & other components in the event of leakage, and determines the cause (He will provide an estimate for the cost of repair.)
- Checks and changes the engine oil and the filter as needed
- Checks and corrects fluid levels
- Works on the engine cooling system, as well as anti-freeze and corrosion protection
- Works on the brake system
- Checks the power steering system
- Tops off the fluid level of the window washer system
- Replaces the dust filter
- Replaces the air filter
- Checks the condition of the poly V-belt
- Checks the function & condition of the throttle linkage
- Checks the engine hood and safety catch for proper operation
- Checks the battery acid level & replenishes
- Checks the battery using a Midtronics Tester
- Checks the function of the the vehicle’s passenger compartment
- Checks the horn, headlamp flasher, hazard flashers, & turn signals
- Checks warning/indicator lamps and illumination and interior lighting
- Checks exterior lighting, including headlamps
- Inspects the headlamp range adjustment system (does not apply to Xenon headlamps)
- Replaces bulbs as necessary for the headlamps & fog lights. (Checking some third brake lights is an extra cost.)
- Inspects the headlamp setting & adjusts as needed
- Checks the windshield wipers, rear window wiper, & windshield washer system
- Checks the headlamp cleaning system
- Checks seat belts for damage and correct function
- Resets the FSS counter in the instrument cluster
- Replaces wiper blades for front/rear windows
- Checks body for paint damage
- Checks chassis and supporting body parts for damage and corrosion
- Checks level control (if equipped)
- Checks the wheels and brakes
- Inspects wheels & rotates if necessary
- Checks the thickness of the brake pads
- Checks the condition of the brake discs
- Checks brake pads for lining thickness (front & rear)
- Checks the condition of brake discs (front & rear)
- Checks the parking brake (function test only)
- Corrects tire inflation pressure
- Inspects tires for damage and condition
- Measures tire tread depth
- Checks play in front and rear wheel bearings
- Inspects the underside of vehicle
- Checks the condition of the front axle ball joints
- Checks the condition of the steering mechanical components
- Inspects play of tie rod and drag link joints
- Inspects rubber boots for damage or wear
- Inspects the exhaust system and hangers for damage or leaks
- Checks for damaged/worn drive train parts
- Checks for excessive axle joint play
- Checks for correct tire inflation pressure in the spare tire
Note: This is a generic Flexible B service. Certain vehicles may require additional work at certain time and mileage intervals. The Flex B service starts at $385 (Dealer $599 and up without an air filter change, which costs $60 – $130 extra). So you save up to 47%!
Brake flush with original Mercedes Benz brake fluid: $80, SBC $100. (Dealer $120, SBC $150; You save 34%!)
Coolant flush with original Mercedes Benz coolant: $89 (Dealer price $120; you save X%)
Automatic transmission fluid change starting at $150
Mercedes Benz 2006 and up 39k transmission service with pan gasket and transmission filter: $350
Fuel filter replacement using OEM parts: starting at $89. (Dealer price from $280; you save up to 69%!!)
Spark plug replacement using OEM parts: starting at $125. (Dealer price from $230; you save 46%!)
Front OEM brake pads: starting at $150 (Dealer starting price $230 for sedan $320 and up for SUV; you save up to 65%!!)
OIL SERVICE
Mike provides the following services:
- Uses Mobil One 10w30 fully synthetic motor oil
- Replaces the oil filter
- Checks the battery with a Midtronics tester
- Performs a full vehicle function test and inspection, including the engine, undercarriage, brakes, lights, HVAC system, & throttle linkage
- Inspects tires and fills to the correct level
- Inspects brake pads and rotors
- Checks ball joints, suspension bushings, and front axles
- Inspects the car for leaks
- Checks all bulbs and replaces as needed (Headlamp and fog light bulbs extra cost)
- Checks all fluid levels and fills to correct levels as needed
- Uses a tester for the Volkswagen reset service interval indicator light
- Does a road test on the vehicle
Package Deal: 69.95 plus tax (Compare with the dealier cost of $169.95; you save 59%!!)
Volkswagen: Timing Belt Service for the new Beetle
Mike replaces the timing belt, tensioner, roller, waterpump and seal, as well as the coolant.
Package deal: $355, plus tax (Compare with $695 at the dealership; you save 49%!)
Oil Service
Mike provides the following services:
- Uses Mobil One 10w30 fully synthetic motor oil
- Installs a new mann oil filter
- Checks the battery with a Midtronics tester
- Performs a full vehicle function test and inspection, including the engine, undercarriage, brakes, lights, HVAC system, & throttle linkage
- Replaces the air filter
- Replaces wiper blades
- Inspects tires and fills to the correct level as needed
- Inspects brake pads and rotors
- Checks ball joints, suspension bushings, and flex discs
- Inspects the car for leaks
- Checks all bulbs and replaces as needed (Headlamp and fog light bulbs cost extra)
- Checks all fluid levels and fills to the correct level as needed
- Uses a tester for the BMW reset service interval indicator light
- Does a road test on the vehicle
Package deal: $69.95 (Compare with the dealer cost of $169.95; you save 59%!!)
Level 1 Oil Service
The Audi Inspection 1 Service is the smaller of two inspection services recommended by Audi. It includes
basically all of the items that assure safety and full functionality of your vehicle. Other makes and models can
also use this maintenance program to ensure a pleasant drive and ownership.
Mike provides the following services:
- Changes the engine oil and filter oil while the engine is at normal operation temperature
- Checks the transmission for leaks
- Checks the rear axle for leaks
- Visually checks the fuel tank, lines, and connections for leaks
- Checks the condition, position, and mounting of the exhaust system & examines for leaks
- Checks the power steering system for leaks
- Checks the overall thickness of front and rear disc brake pads
- Examines the brake disc surfaces
- Cleans the brake pad contact points in calipers
- Greases the wheel center hubs
- Checks the steering for absence of play, condition of suspension track rods, front axle joints, steering linkage, and joint disc
- Checks the front control arm bushing for wear
- Checks the brake and clutch system connectors and lines for leaks, damage, and incorrect positioning
- Checks for free movement of the parking brake cables
- Adjusts the parking brake if necessary
- Checks all tire pressures (including spare) & corrects if necessary
- Checks the condition of tires (outer surfaces (left/right), tread wear, and pattern, and readjusts the wheel alignment if necessary
- Reads out the diagnostic system
- Checks the engine cooling system/heater hose connections for leaks
- Checks the coolant level and antifreeze protection level, and adds coolant if necessary
- Checks the level of brake and clutch fluid in the reservoir; adds fluid if required
- Checks the windshield washer fluid level and antifreeze protection. Fills up and/or corrects if necessary
- Checks the air conditioner operation
- Resets the Service Indicato
- Checks the battery electrolyte level and adds distilled water if required
- Performs the battery load test
- Checks the lighting system, i.e. headlights, foglights, parking, backup, license plate, interior (including map reading lights), glove box, flashlight, illuminated makeup mirrors, & luggage compartment lights
- Checks the instrument panel and dashboard illumination
- Checks all warning/indicator lights
- Checks turn signals, hazard warning flashers, brake lights, horns, & the headlight dimmer/flasher switch
- Checks the wiper and washer system(s), wiper blades & washer jet positions
- Checks the condition and function of safety belts, oil hood, trunk/tailgate, and door hinges
- Greases the hood, trunk/tailgate and door latches.
- Checks the operation of all latches
- Checks the central locking/double lock
- Replaces the microfilter or Acc. Cabin Filter
- Checks the heater/air conditioner blower & rear window defogger
- Checks the rear view mirrors
- Visually examines the SRS airbag units for torn covers, obvious damage or attachment of decals, decorations, or
accessories - Road tests & checks brakes, suspension, steering, and the clutch/manual transmission or automatic transmission
Package deal: $149.95 plus tax. Compare with the dealer cost of $249.95. You save 41%!!
