I drive a Toyota Camry in Abu Dhabi, and my battery is about three years old. Last week the engine started slow two mornings in a row, so I think it is time to change it. I went to two shops to ask about a 70Ah battery. The first shop gave me one price. The second shop gave me a price that was much higher, and he said his was “better quality.” I asked what was better, and he did not really explain. So now I do not know what is fair and what is too much. I looked online to compare, and one page I found was about the Amaron 70Ah battery price in Abu Dhabi. It gave me a rough idea, but prices can change, and I do not know if it includes fitting. My brother says to always pick the cheapest one because batteries here die in two years anyway. My friend says a cheap one can fail in one summer, and then you pay twice. Who is right? Is the price different between a dealer and a small garage? And does the price include the old battery return, or do they charge for that? I also want to ask about the date sticker. It has a letter and a number, and I cannot read it. I do not want to pay full price for a battery that sat on a shelf for a year. What should the warranty paper say? Last time I got only a stamp, and it was no use later. Also, is 70Ah the right size for a Camry, or should I check the code on the old battery first? My car sits in the sun all day, and I drive about twenty minutes to work. Should I ask them to check the alternator too? If you changed yours lately, please tell me what you paid with fitting, how long it took, and if anyone came to your home. Easy answers are fine. I am not good with cars. Thanks a lot.
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