Post Warranty Service & Repair
Since 1976, we have been taking exceptional care of luxury European automobiles after the OEM warranty has expired – this is our specialty and true passion. We maintain the same standards and attention to detail that was started by Roland Riegel. Quality and safety remain our cornerstones. It is our policy to recommend and use only the highest quality brand new parts and supplies when servicing your vehicle.
We combine your manufacturer’s published service schedule with our emphasis on maintaining the safety and reliability of your automobile. We will set up a Preventive Maintenance schedule that considers your driving needs, whether occasional or year-round. Our Seasonal Maintenance Plans leave your vehicle in sound condition before and after a long Albertan winter.
Our technicians can provide you with:
- Service Plan customized to your needs (e.g., Full Maintenance Plan, Severe Maintenance Plan)
- Complete inspection report every time your automobile is serviced
- Estimate of all recommended services on priority basis (with most critical services clearly identified)
- Reports from our service software showing past services performed (and declined)
- Seasonal tire replacement and storage
Depending on the age and condition of your European automobile, as well as your driving habits, our technicians will recommend either Riegel’s Full or Severe Maintenance Plan.
Full Maintenance Plan
Do you drive your car up to 20,000 kilometres a year? We will tailor a program for you based on a 3 – 6 month service cycle depending on how you drive.
Severe Maintenance Plan
Do you drive 30,000 kilometres or more each year? Do you depend on your car always starting and never missing a beat throughout our frigid Calgary winters? Then you should consider our Severe Maintenance Program. Based on a 2 – 3 month inspection cycle, we will make sure your car is ready for any conditions.
Seasonal Maintenance Programs
You can expect certain things of your European automobile. That you will enjoy its technical performance every day of the year. Or that it will give you confidence to enjoy safe driving even when the weather is really against you. The Seasonal Checks carried out on your car at Riegel will ensure that your driving pleasure is maintained 365 days a year. Using a defined checklist specifically tailored to meet the needs of the coming months, we will give your vehicle a thorough check to prepare it perfectly for the upcoming season – all performed to the highest standards and according to your individual wishes. Riegel will be happy to advise you on the services available.
Spring Check
Temperatures are rising, the days are getting longer. Now is the time for the Spring Check to give your car a clean bill of health after the harsh winter. In all Seasonal Checks, we first inspect the underlying functions and condition of the engine, chassis and underbody, as well as the exterior and interior equipment and the lighting. We also inspect the condition of your summer performance tires then mount, balance and install them on your vehicle.
Winter Check
Our Winter Check is designed to ensure that your European automobile is fully prepared for the colder months of the year. On the basis of our defined checklist, we will carefully check the vehicle and comprehensively prepare it to endure the inclement weather. Part of that preparation is inspecting the condition of your winter tires then mounting, balancing and installing them for safer winter driving.
Riegel highly recommends the use of winter tires during our cold Alberta winter. The rubber compound of these tires allows them to remain flexible for improved handling while the tread pattern provides better traction in snow and on ice.
Do you need an Out of Province Inspection?
The Government of Alberta seeks to make sure all vehicles on our roads are safe. Riegel is certified to inspect and provide any necessary repairs or service to meet Alberta’s registration requirements. After you’ve filled out the inspection form at a Registry agent, bring it to us for your inspection.