[pgillpro]

My 99 323i is currently at the M shop in Los angeles, here's what they suggest doing, do these prices look fair?
thanks
$434.46 to replace worn rear differential bushing. Differential bushing is a common wear and tear item and supports it to the rear subframe.

$1010.00 to replace worn front control arm bushings and control arms. We use Powerflex urethane bushings since they last longer than the factory rubber bushings.

$341.00 to replace worn rear trailing arm bushings. Common wear and tear item. Affects rear toe alignment.

$630.60 to replace leaking oil filter housing. Housing is warped leaking oil.

$508.68 to replace worn/leaking rear shocks and shock mounts.

Prices already include parts and labor

 

[mindofarock]

that's almost half the value of your car lol

 

[mattcarle21]

that's almost half the value of your car lol

+1234
That is way too much.

Edit: Also taking a 323 to an M shop (I assume for M cars only). How much did they laugh when you dropped it off. lol j/k

 

[pgillpro]

more than half the value, still trying to figure it all out, thanks for the input

 

[pgillpro]

any other options i should try? anyone know an honest mechanic in la that's cheaper?

 

[n2Bimmer]

Ya that is way to expensive. Ive been to the M shop, nice guys but that is tooo much.

 

[inlinesicks]

Those are all super easy diy's except the rear diff bushing.

 

[jbeurotech]

wait na never mind not going to go through this again... LOL learned my lesson you guys are to harsh on this forum!

I need to start a non profit Auto repair but then you would still complain

 

[Define ///M3]

jbeurotech, i will hire you as my personal D.i.y assistant ....there is a guest bedroom upstairs with your name on it, and fridge is open to you anytime

 

[FCPEuro]

Those prices seem crazy high. They are trying to rip you off because they are an M shop.

 

[330Lover_]

I would call Matt/Jose and compare the price. GL

Ronin Autowerks Fullerton
621 W. Valencia Dr,
Fullerton, ca 92832
(714)526-8100

 

[blackbeam05]

drive up here...I will get everything done for 60-70% of the price

 

[pgillpro]

Thanks man will do

I would call Matt/Jose and compare the price. GL

Ronin Autowerks Fullerton
621 W. Valencia Dr,
Fullerton, ca 92832
(714)526-8100

 

[DBLAZE]

That's WAAAAY too much money! Do not go to him for these repairs!

 

[Megalocnus]

These prices might be a bit on the higher side, but are not "crazy high" for the LA area, unfortunately.

 

[mattcarle21]

These prices might be a bit on the higher side, but are not "crazy high" for the LA area, unfortunately.

F that

 

[aggieE46]

Invest in a few tools and DIY. Most of that is pretty easy stuff.

 

[Define ///M3]

i hate the dealership!

 

[B]

$341 for the RTABs is the best imho


but I wouldn't pay for any of those, I highly recommend you buy some tools (I usually get mine from forum sponsor Ken @ www.bimmertools.com) and then the parts you need (I recommend forum sponsors www.ecstuning.com and www.getbmwparts.com) and search for the applicable DIYs on this site and spend a weekend getting to know your car better and saving a thousand+ dollars for something else... good luck!

 

[pgillpro]

cool thanks guys, I'm definitely not paying that much, considering diy, these forums are a life saver!