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I've got a Panamera 4 E-Hybrid that I bought about eighteen months ago and honestly it's been an incredible car, the blend of performance and comfort is just unmatched in my opinion, but I'm coming up on the 60,000 kilometer service and I'm starting to stress about the cost. The dealership quoted me a figure that genuinely made me do a double take, and that's before they even start looking at the hybrid system which I know adds another layer of complexity to the whole process. I understand that these cars need proper attention, especially with the combination of the petrol engine and the electric motor, but I'm struggling to justify paying dealership prices when I know there are independent specialists out there who can do the same work for significantly less. The tricky part is that I'm not sure how many independent shops actually have the right equipment to properly service the hybrid components and run the necessary diagnostics on the battery management system. I've been researching online and talking to a few other Panamera owners, and it seems like going with leading Porsche service in Abu Dhabi from a reputable independent specialist is actually a viable option as long as they have the proper training and tools. I'm leaning towards giving it a try because I've heard good things from a couple of people, but I'd love to hear from anyone here who's been through this with their hybrid Panamera and can share their experience. What did you end up doing and how did it work out for you in the long run?