Is this mechanic repair quote too high?

“I just reviewed their diagnostic report and repair estimate, and the quote seems outrageously high.”source ↗

“Over 1K for front pads and rotors is insane.”source ↗

“I just wanted to ask if this looked right? Did I get overcharged or is that just the difference between full-synthetic and premium synthetic?”source ↗

“Went in for an oil change and tire maintenance and was quoted for all of this.”source ↗

“I mean a tad but not much. Oil prices are higher now but even with that my personal in the head ball park for what I expect to have an oil change cost is about $100.”source ↗

“I just bought a used 2015 BMW X5 xDrive, for literally half the price of the repair quote. I know owning a used bmw is expensive, but $20k ?? I feel like I’m losing my mind.”source ↗

“My jaw hit the floor when I saw to replace the oil pan was $7k.”source ↗

“Charged $650 cash Labor for all for pads, rotors, serpentine belt and oil change. Is this a good deal?”source ↗

“Only reason I go is because it's my Grandfather's only wish, he likes getting service done at Toyota only.. after these quotes I convinced him to look elsewhere for our vehicle”source ↗

“These local places (think dealership) often do multi-point inspections where they point out a bunch of issues. I then take these issue to my mechanic and his responses are always along the lines of "so is there a light on?" "do you feel wobbling?" "do you hear clicking?" "do you visually see leaking?"”source ↗

“Some people I get, they dont want to take the time to take the car in to different places to get a quote, so they just want a quick double check from internet strangers on if they got the fuck you price or not.”source ↗

“On the other side, I've had inspections where they say the wiper blades need to be replace because they look bad but work perfectly fine. Or a battery is only at 80% but starts fine.”source ↗

“New thermostat + Brakes and Calipers for $2k?? Am i crazy or is this justified”source ↗

“2018 Honda CRV. Had my engine air filter, cabin air filter, front wiper blade insert, and rear wiper replaced. How much should this have costed?”source ↗

“i am a 19 (f) and don’t much about cars unfortunately so i was a bit nervous about taking my car to a new shop.”source ↗

“i would greatly appreciate it if this seems like a reasonable price to pay for the repair .”source ↗

“I don't know that the price is off, as synthetic oil prices are high right now, but they sure went out of their way to make it look like they're cheating you.”source ↗

“Took it to the dealer to diagnose and they said both need replacement, but I just find it hard to believe that BOTH would go out at the same time..?”source ↗

“I don’t really have that kind of money because I just moved into a new house.”source ↗

“Was quoted 2k CAD parts/labour for front struts on my Volvo C30, seems a little steep, is this a fair price?”source ↗

“this price seems steep to me but maybe I'm wrong?”source ↗

“That's a ripoff I did the one on my car a few months ago 176$ for the quick strut already assembled delivered to my door and 1 hour to install them.”source ↗

“why not put it on your site right next to "services offered", what's the point? And when I call to check the price, it's not like they don't have a set price, they do, so why not just have that up front?”source ↗

“Is it truly what I suspect where they just want you to schedule and come in and then feel trapped by whatever they present you with?”source ↗

“Went to a new dealer service center because I moved away from the one I got my car at. But have no idea how important the below are to address or if prices are too much for what it is. Car only have 28.5K miles on it so still relatively new.”source ↗

“SUV rides worse after recent work done and now new loud banging and wheels creeking , alignment/ handling feel off”source ↗

“Thanks - dealer quoted 2900 ! Yikes”source ↗

“Hi I’m getting 100k service for my 2017 Prius prime. I was wondering if this seemed reasonable.”source ↗

“Do you even need all this stuff?? I mean, replacing spark plugs for $726 is absurd”source ↗

“The place my partner took her car to passed her but had many suggestions based purely on age and miles that clearly had just been replaced. Like shocks and struts were suggested because it had 180k on it/ was 8 years old.”source ↗

“My car was hit into whilst I was parked on a street, not too much damage. Is anyone able to give a rough quote of what they think this might be to fix please? Or if it's something easy enough to do at home?”source ↗

“So my car’s AC recently broke and only warm wind blowing. I have a 2020 CLA45 and the dealership gave me this quote. Is this price normal? Really need advice.”source ↗

“I did an AC diagnose for 430$ and this is price they gave me for replacing the AC. I haven’t received any paperwork for the details yet.”source ↗

“Hi looking for some opinions on a quote I got.”source ↗

“Quoted me $1,100. Wondering if this is a fair price.”source ↗

“Also for a fuel system clean, new plugs and and air filter they want to charge me $700 am I being taken for a ride?”source ↗

“I just had an oil change place tell me that my jeep liberty has 12 spark plugs”source ↗

“Still not sure if they were trying to fuck me or just combo of standard upselling procedures and whatever their database thing is being wrong about my engine”source ↗

“So I took my 2019 Colorado in for a state inspection/oil change about a month ago. The shop claimed both rear brake rotors needed to be replaced in order to pass inspection, citing an uneven wear patch.”source ↗

“Now a month later, I look at the supposedly almost new rotor and pad only to see the exact same wear pattern. I'm feeling pretty crappy about the whole thing (ended up with a $800 bill)”source ↗

“So I was scammed originally? 🫤”source ↗

“Not everyone knows a lot about cars. They might actually have no idea how much a normal price would be.”source ↗

“A few days ago, my car started misfiring again. Took my car for an inspection and they recommend replacing the fuel injectors quoting ~$1700.”source ↗

“A used car and I do not know much about its history beside no mechanical errors.”source ↗

“I'm a newbie to cars especially my Honda.”source ↗

“2023 Kia rio. Got hit.”source ↗

“Since the beginning of summer, I've been trying to get the AC compressor replaced and have been suffering through hot air for months.”source ↗

“I went to Pep Boys for a quote initially and they quoted it in the $1700 range. I've been to about a dozen non chain mechanic shops since then that have more or less quoted me the same thing.”source ↗

“I feel like I have wasted months trying to secure a deal here when I could've just gotten it replaced months ago.”source ↗

“I was a little surprised, for this small dent? Just wanted some insight if that sounds right.”source ↗

“This is for a 2012 Prius V, been having issues with my emission test and finally decided to take it in”source ↗

“Please, I need help and some relief. I’m afraid this will cost a fortune”source ↗

“The hood is bent at an angle where it can’t open which potentially causing the car to vibrate. I’m not sure if that helps you take a guesstimate”source ↗

“My 2017 Honda Accord Sport SE is at 112k miles. I’ve done everything in the past year for its 100k schedule except for having its valves adjusted/checked. My valve gasket cover also has a minor leak. I called my local Honda dealership and they quoted me $524 before taxes to take care of both issues. Is this a good deal?”source ↗

“I was quoted 1,600 to replace both front and back and to get it aligned. Does that’s seem reasonable?”source ↗

“Toyota quoted me over 2,500 for all 4”source ↗

“Hi is this price ok for rear drums 2004 camry?”source ↗

“This is the quote I received for rear drums and shoes.”source ↗

“After I said I already replaced it and only needed the tire, 30 minutes later they changed it to saying the outer tie rod was bad.”source ↗

“Now they’re saying both front struts are “horrible,” and I need 2 separate tires, and they quoted my $2800 in work.”source ↗

“Does this sound legit, or am I getting sold unnecessary work?”source ↗

“These kinda quotes is what got me a harbor freight membership, a buncha tools, and a magnetic case on the back of my phone. Blows my mind they think they can quote that”source ↗

“If you can't do the work yourself, it doesn't look terrible, especially for CA pricing.”source ↗

“$1600 is a bit steep for the timing belt, the $1150 for valves I wouldn't even bother with (and no quote for valve cover gaskets) and why does it say 4cyl spark plugs if it's a v6? And not for $700.”source ↗

“Did I get overcharged for alternator replacement?🫠”source ↗

“they quoted me $1095 for parts and labor to replace the alternator (I live in California if that helps) — does that sound fair?”source ↗

“I had to get a lot done today, so I knew to expect a huge hit to my wallet, however I did not expect THIS huge of a hit.”source ↗

“For me it is not the cost of the parts, it is the cost of the labor where I feel like I am being overcharged.”source ↗

“My partner looked up a few things and says that I am being charged almost double in labor fees.”source ↗

“Dropped off for service this morning, BMW Service Centre identified these major issues alongside general service, are these major issues that need addressing immediately?”source ↗

“Thought I’d take it to an independent mechanic for a second opinion in case this is just a service centre cash grab”source ↗

“I’ve had the battery, starter and alternator checked which came back as normal/working fine besides the battery which stated it needed to be replaced both times and when i got the battery replaced the second time (yesterday) they said they had no idea why it went bad after only a week.”source ↗

“i’ve told them these exact symptoms of what’s been going on twice now, wouldn’t they have tested for other things to see if it was something other than the battery?”source ↗

“i’m hoping the first battery was just defective but I got it replaced again yesterday and i just started my car 30min ago and it had the slow crank again so not sure what the issue could be now”source ↗

“Hello can you give me an estimate of how much it is to have a timing belt changed on a 2012 Toyota rav4 ?”source ↗

“I’m trying to get an idea of what could be wrong before they tell me”source ↗

“Car stalled out this morning, but started back up again. But once I parked it and tried to start it again, it will start, but won’t stay on.”source ↗

“Anyone have any ideas as to what might be wrong and how much it could cost.”source ↗

“Want to see if it syncs up with what they end up telling me.”source ↗

“Was more looking for someone to tell me what this sounds like and if it’s going to cost us an arm and a leg.”source ↗

“The shop said all signs point to the alternator but then quoted me $1790 to replace it?”source ↗

“Just got quoted $1k to replace the water pump on my Golf. Wondering if that price is reasonable or if I may be about to get ripped off. Thoughts?”source ↗

“My question is; are they being legit or am I being scammed?”source ↗

“I’m a 27 female and I went by myself as I don’t have any family in the city. Just want to know if it’s ok to take it with them or find someone else.”source ↗

“some of these labor prices feel crazy to me ? But idk what parts are actually more labor intensive than others so just wanted to ask and see what the people have to say.”source ↗

“Just wanna make sure I ain’t getting scammed cause it’s my first time going to this shop”source ↗

“How much should I pay for a clutch replacement.”source ↗

“I just want to know how much I should expect to pay as I need to save up the money and I don’t want to be scammed when I could find a different mechanic to do it for cheaper.”source ↗

“I reached out to a personal mechanic that I know through a friend and he quoted me $400 for labor to replace my starter and stated that it would be a bit of a difficult job due to my starter being underneath the engine. Is that a fair price or am I being ripped off?”source ↗

“before I have to dish out another large amount of money, I wanna make sure that I’m getting a fair estimate.”source ↗

“The mechanic said labor was $220. Which felt off. What would be a fair price range?”source ↗

“Went to Honda dealership to get a transmission drain and full service. Dealership sent me this video and said I need to replace 2 lower ball joints, and drivers side axel seal on my 2013 Honda Accord 126,000 miles on it. Is this legit or a money grab?”source ↗

“Not sure if this is something I would notice as a driver who doesn't know much about mechanic stuff. I haven't had any issues. If it's legit, I am very willing to get it fixed, but want to know if the price is fair and would appreciate your insight on this!”source ↗

“So I have a 2014 Honda Odyssey. I need to do a timing belt service for it. The local dealer is saying $950+tax for the timing belt, water pump, and drive belt. I know there is also a tensioner people replace but looks like the dealer isn't going to replace it as part of the deal. Is $950+tax a good deal for it?”source ↗

“I just wanted to ask how urgent do you think this is and how soon should I get it done?”source ↗

“Does $1,053.92 for both outer tie rod ends seem reasonable for this vehicle? And is it plausible for both to go from no reported problem to “immediate attention” within ~8k miles?”source ↗

“Should I ask the technician to demonstrate the play in each joint or get a second inspection before authorizing the repair?”source ↗

“Using this post for specifically the brakes for now, is the quote I received from them look fair?”source ↗

“1. My first question is the 2 hours of labor a correct estimate? Previous brake jobs I did were 1.5 hr max.”source ↗

“2. Second question is I am not understanding $125 for the front and another $125 for the rear “Caliper Service” for $250 total.”source ↗

“I just want to know if I’m right or wrong for being skeptical because it’s coming out of my pocket 😖 like are these reasonable prices for customer providing parts?”source ↗

“Midas told me 1700 to fix fuel pump”source ↗

“Is this not an outrageous price?? I have a 2015 dodge charger v6 and it needs a fuel pump and they just told me 1700 and from my research you can replace it from the back seat without dropping the tank.”source ↗

“I went into the shop because my front brake pads needed replace and just to check where an oil leak on the truck is coming from. I was told the front end is loose. Do these prices seem fair?”source ↗

“I tried to research this a bit before posting but am still unsure about if the dealership is taking me for a ride on this.”source ↗

“I don't have a lot of knowledge when it comes to cars guys; all I know is that the bill is incredibly painful.”source ↗

“We aren't sure if they just want to make a buck or if it's truly needed.”source ↗

“They’re already working on it so what should I do?”source ↗

“Took my 2016 nissan sentra into the dealer because it was bogging down around 40mph. This is what they came back with. Does this seem like a fair price?”source ↗

“Nope. Really scratching my head over $840 labor here”source ↗

“dude $840 labor is wild. also why the MAF needs replaced too if power and ground checked out?”source ↗

“$1000 for a throttle body is beyond ridiculous.”source ↗

“My 2017 Volvo XC90 (turbo) needs a new drive belt, PCV, and brakes cleaned and lubed. Charging $432 for the serpentine belt and labor Charging $928 for pcv and labor Charging $200 for the brakes cleaned and lubed.”source ↗

“My dashboard is showing a Mercedes A9 service is due, but the estimates I’m getting especially from “specialist Mercedes garages” are fairly excessive and some are significantly higher than Mercedes itself especially for the automatic transmission oil component alone.”source ↗

“400 per control arm for a 10 year old car seems crazy to me.”source ↗

“I got a quote for an ABS module replacement on a 2018 RAM 1500. They quoted $5,500 which according to what I saw online seems way too much, so I wanted to check online (any tip welcome) while I ask for more quotes.”source ↗

“That might be the "fuck off we dont wanna do it price" Call around to ask other shops.”source ↗

“What's giving me pause is that everything I read online says a failed PCM is pretty rare on these, and that symptoms like this more often come down to fuel pressure or bad grounds.”source ↗

“So, is this diagnosis reasonable, or am I getting jerked around? Should I go ahead with the PCM, or should I try something else first?”source ↗

“Im not sure if the price for the labor are fair any help would be nice.”source ↗

“Quoted minimum of $1400+ for recommended worn/torn repair at Audi on the front axle”source ↗

“I was just surprised it would be this much”source ↗

“I’ll look into replacing them, but rather not pay the quoted $1800 they’re asking for”source ↗

“Quoted 1500$ for a downstream o2 sensor repair???”source ↗

“Am I being ripped off? It sure as heck feels like it but idk.”source ↗

“They will sell unnecessary service items, misdiagnose, and just overall suck and they will always spin it to make them look like they are the hero out to save you.”source ↗

“hard to call that bad from this pic alone. have them show you where it’s actually torn or show the play with a pry bar.”source ↗

“TPMS sensor replacement $876…. No, not a fair price.”source ↗

“My car is making rattling noise. They say it’s a loose belt, $435 for diagnostics and $1500 total. Is this normal?”source ↗

“Does this sound like a fair price for the parts and labour?”source ↗

“I’m mainly wondering whether the prices for the coil and spark plugs are reasonable, or whether I’m being overcharged.”source ↗

“Apologies, I just wanted to clarify: would you say it’s a fair price?”source ↗

“I took it to the dealership today and they said that the whole transmission needs to be replaced and that it would cost about $10,000 for the parts and labor. I’m just wondering how it could be done for cheaper or if it could be something other than the transmission.”source ↗

“Is $1100 a ridiculous quote? It sounds high.”source ↗

“That’s what I’m thinking I wasn’t expecting anything lower than 3/400 but he’s coming to us so can we really get scammed still😬”source ↗

“Way too low, I'd be skeptical of the work quality. It's better to go to a shop that can do warranty work but most of them use their own parts which are also marked up.”source ↗

“If im covered then ill let the dealership do it for free, otherwise, I have a very good friend that works on aftermarket Broncos and Wranglers all the time who can help and said could probably do it cheaper.”source ↗

“So TLDR; AC went out, dealership quoted me, is it too expensive to y'all or seems about right?”source ↗

“Hi all, just looking for advice for my mother in law. She’s received a quote for some repairs on an 11 plate VW Polo 1.2L . Anything I need to make her aware of?”source ↗

“Man that's rough to hear. It didnt even fix the issue....I feel he's played parts cannon.”source ↗

“Prior to this I didn't feel anything or hear any sounds. Could this be real?”source ↗

“Front & rear Brake pads feels expensive to me.”source ↗

“Even after the $200 discount, $360/axle just seems high to me. Not too outrageous, but high.”source ↗

“thats wild even for a shop rate. did mine on a 2012 charger few years back and it was like 600 all in with a oem pump.”source ↗

“Am I being overcharged? 😫”source ↗

“Took my car to Meineke today because I keep having to jump my car.”source ↗

“My friend said they are taking advantage of me and called them.”source ↗

“just wondering how much any mechanics think it would cost to replace it??? (and possibly the spark plugs too)”source ↗

“Oil was leaking from the pressure sensor, I was at dealership for a recall repair and they quoted the repair for the sensor $640. I've since begun to research other shops in the area to get a better price. What's the 'reasonable' price range for something like this?”source ↗

“how do i decide whether to trust a car repair quote?”source ↗

“when a shop tells you something's wrong, how do you check? have you ever been upsold or misdiagnosed? what would have helped you feel confident before saying yes?”source ↗

“Realistically if you don’t know what you’re looking at and its function then you have no way to say or know if the mechanic is right or wrong.”source ↗

“had a shop try to sell me a full brake job once when it was just a seized caliper. second opinion saved me like $800.”source ↗

“If you knew how to confirm their diagnosis you wouldn't be at the shop in the first place would you?”source ↗

“I have no idea how much car parts cost but from what I looked up this is kinda excessive, should I go to a different shop?”source ↗

“Idk if you heard a new noise after going there the first time I would go elsewhere. Looks like they are guessing and throwing the book at you tbh.”source ↗

“Sent my car in for a service and got this report back, saying theres a leak on the steering rack but got no estimates or further info, wondering if this is a common fix like a hose clamp or something or whether it could be a more expensive problem?”source ↗

“I don’t know anything about cars and recently I got a quote for rear differential leak, broken fuel straps, and oil pan leak my 2008 toyota rav4. This isn’t typically the mechanic I go to, is his quote accurate or am I being overcharged?”source ↗

“I’m out of state and can’t get my car to my typical mechanic”source ↗

“Are these prices insane or about right?”source ↗

“God dealers are so expensive 😭”source ↗

“I hate it so much”source ↗

“I don’t how anyone is truly supposed to afford that.”source ↗

“seems like a weird quote to me.”source ↗

“also why are you replacing the rears at 40,000 with minimal driving. have you noticed a change or are you just going off recommendation by the dealer”source ↗

“Is this reasonable or should I get a second opinion elsewhere?”source ↗

“I really know nothing about cars or mechanics so this is just what he said if I’m remembering correctly.”source ↗

“I’m at an independent and that service is close to $1400 including OEM belt, pump, tensioner, pulleys and a new serpentine belt.”source ↗

“My Lexus dealer wanted $1400 for my 2013 RX350. My local dealer did if for $1150 including oem water pump and serpentine belt, and the coolant replaced. Yes I would say $950 is a relatively good deal.”source ↗

“You don't troubleshoot ball joints by looking at them.”source ↗

“Are the ball joints actually showing symptoms they are bad? (Popping and creaking over bumps and turns) or is the boot just torn?”source ↗

“They are legit problems but not something urgent necessarily. He didn't check for play on the ball joints.”source ↗

“As part of the inspection, they noted these control arm bushings needed replacement and quoted me $2500 for it because apparently it involves partial engine removal.”source ↗

“Is that a reasonable price for repair?”source ↗

“shouldn't be more than $750 max for one side, these will fail completely and make the car undrivable”source ↗

“The shop is went to quoted me at 1600 for a replacement of a rack and pinion and an alignment with that, my question is, is that reasonable or should I shop around?”source ↗

“Please be kind I am not super knowledgeable on car things.”source ↗

“Is $1600 a reasonable price for front and rear brakes and spark plugs for a 2016 Jeep Cherokee?”source ↗

“I haven't had to pay for brakes in probably 10 years or so, so I'm not sure what the average cost is now.”source ↗

“The first mechanic said it needs a timing chain. I got a second opinion, and that mechanic said his testing pointed to the exhaust VVT timing module instead.”source ↗

“I’m trying to understand: What part is he likely referring to, and how is it different from the solenoid?”source ↗

“If the module is faulty but the car runs normally, how urgent is replacement? Could driving it cause damage?”source ↗

“Given that it's running normally aside from the codes, would you consider it reasonably safe to drive, or am I risking more serious engine damage?”source ↗

“Should they be charging this much for an alternator and belt?”source ↗

“We left our car at the shop last week, paid for it on friday. Guy said it should be done by friday. (Meaning tomorrow). We’ve stopped by on wednesday and thursday to see if our car’s still there. And it was in the exact spot where we left it. So if the approximate they gave us really is tomorrow and they call us to come pick up the car. Im gonna be reeeeal suspicious on whether or not they worked on the car at all.”source ↗

“Just trying to compare prices as I’m at a Honda dealer in downtown Chicago and these quotes are way higher than I expected.”source ↗

“I went to a Auto shop because my front-left tire had uneven wear. I was told beforehand that the tire warranty would cover it.”source ↗

“They initially said my tie rod was bad even though i replaced and didnt disclose that with them and quoted $600 for the repair and tire.”source ↗

“$2800 is total cost in all work. Are they taking advantage of me?”source ↗

“my 2017 Nissan Pathfinder bumper. autobody shop said 2200 to fix. is that reasonable or is there anything I can do?”source ↗

“Does this sound like a fair price for the parts and labour?”source ↗

“I’m mainly wondering whether the prices for the coil and spark plugs are reasonable, or whether I’m being overcharged.”source ↗

“You can think of no reason you would need all four calipers replaced at once.”source ↗

“You usually don't need calipers done unless they're really screwed up, also idk where they're getting your parts from but that's all very pricey”source ↗

“Nearly $4100 for a VTC Actuator and Timing Chain Replacement, is this mechanic upcharging me on other stuff that I need or don't need?”source ↗

“I'm pretty sure I don't exactly need the oil change as I just did it and the antifreeze but those are low cost % to the total cost and I will overlook that for now.”source ↗

“FWIW, this is my first time potentially replacing the chain + actuator so I'm assuming that these old worn parts are still honda genuine from the factory.”source ↗

“Here is the damage I’m not sure if it’s £300 ($380) since it’s a scratch of paint and little dent”source ↗

“Just curious if a T heater hose upper and lower connector cost over 2k to repair which includes two hours of labor or if I need a second opinion.”source ↗

“Wowza why would there by such a vast disparity between prices?? I got the quote from a Firestone near my home if that matters…?”source ↗

“They were saying they’d need to keep the car overnight 😭 is it possible there’s more to do? I’m so confused, genuinely.”source ↗

“Hey guys I got into an accident with someone and they said instead of asking insurance to pay which would cost way more they said they will go to a body car repair shop and send me the price for me to pay.”source ↗

“By looking at the door would you say it’s around that much price as I don’t want to be scammed”source ↗

“I get a quote, and it’s for $1467 plus diagnostic, it’s nearly $1700”source ↗

“Also, an outrageous quote for a canister replacement to me..”source ↗

“Anyways, does this sound accurate? My boyfriend is handy, rebuilds motorcycles, not cars, and he even thinks something is up with the dealership.”source ↗

“Was told I need a new alternator for my 2012 Hyundai Tucson. Was quoted $1,7000, then $1,000 if I used aftermarket alternator. This sounds like a lot. Am I getting ripped off? This is in Atlanta”source ↗

“I was wondering if $2,100 sounds like an accurate overall estimate or if I need to find a “big strong man” to negotiate for me. 😑”source ↗

“To fix my alternator and my serpentine belt, along with a full inspection, I was charged $1277 CAD. I’ve been getting told that I got ripped off but from the research I did that was roughly the cost of the alternator.”source ↗

“He also keeps insisting that he cannot give me a direct quote. He said it could be $1k or it could be $4k depending on how much Freon. That sounds really sus.”source ↗

“Fill it with about 5–10 lbs of “top premium quality Freon,” which he said is $29 per oz. Is this normal?!?!”source ↗