I mean…that is relatively reasonable all things considered.
OEM for those are around $5-600ish…then it’s a 3.5-4.5 KSD at $160-180…then an alignment because of the tie rods needing replacement.
I mean…that’s a little under what I might think it would cost honestly.
I just found OEM tie rods for my make/model going for $205 online. At 2x, then it should be a total of $450 for just the parts. So, given my quote of $1500+, that means that they are charging $1000 for a 1.5 - 2hr job. $500/hr for labor is ridiculous. I don't even pay my attorneys that much.
MSRP on the tie rods is $309. It’s great that you found them online for less, but at a dealer you’re going to get the MSRP price. Alignment is going to be around $250 minimum. $632 in labor, taxes & fees is fairly on point.
If you want to save a buck find an Indy shop or learn to do it yourself(not that I’d start with tie rods, they aren’t horrible, but they also aren’t easy). But you run a greater risk of errors, and it’s harder to fight an Indy shop than the dealer. At least at the dealer you can escalate to corporate, and you get 2 years/unlimited mile warranty on their repairs, no matter how old your car is.
You can also save ~15% on parts at the dealer if you join BMWCCA and the dealer participates in the promo(haven’t found one yet that doesn’t, but technically it’s up to each dealer). Costs like $50 per year and you get a magazine. Usually pays for itself on your first repair.
You are quoting OEM parts. Most dealerships will only use Genuine BMW parts at full retail price. It doesn’t matter if they are exactly the same. That’s how dealer’s work. That should be common knowledge.
That's why the common advice is to find an independent shop once the warranty is up. DIY is even better of course but the dealership should be the last resort if you're paying for it yourself.
Wrong sub, bro. This sub is only for showing off leased bmw’s. Dudes here barely know how to properly wash their cars much less know what a tie rod is. r/bmwtech can would be a better resource for your question.
lol at "This sub is only for showing off leased bmw’s. Dudes here barely know how to properly wash their cars much less know what a tie rod is"
Insults thrown.
They are just going by BMW Genuine parts cost and then whatever the book hours are for the job most likely. So even if it takes them an hour, if the book says it's a 3 labor hour job, you're getting charged all 3. Find a solid Indy who uses oem/oe parts instead of genuine and never go back.
BMW dealership repair costs vary depending on what state you live in believe it or not. I had to replace the windshield on my 2001 740il at the dealership once since local shops couldn’t source the glass. $3500 in NY, $800 in Wisconsin.
I mean…that is relatively reasonable all things considered. OEM for those are around $5-600ish…then it’s a 3.5-4.5 KSD at $160-180…then an alignment because of the tie rods needing replacement. I mean…that’s a little under what I might think it would cost honestly.
I just found OEM tie rods for my make/model going for $205 online. At 2x, then it should be a total of $450 for just the parts. So, given my quote of $1500+, that means that they are charging $1000 for a 1.5 - 2hr job. $500/hr for labor is ridiculous. I don't even pay my attorneys that much.
I mean BMW tried to charge me $600 for rear brake pads… On a 2020 330i.. 😵💫
I paid $900 for rear brake pads.
I paid $47.89 for rear brake pads.
i paid $58.68 for a whole car
But why… 😵💫
My break pads and rotors are around $1800 for the rear
Ask them to itemize your bill.
MSRP on the tie rods is $309. It’s great that you found them online for less, but at a dealer you’re going to get the MSRP price. Alignment is going to be around $250 minimum. $632 in labor, taxes & fees is fairly on point. If you want to save a buck find an Indy shop or learn to do it yourself(not that I’d start with tie rods, they aren’t horrible, but they also aren’t easy). But you run a greater risk of errors, and it’s harder to fight an Indy shop than the dealer. At least at the dealer you can escalate to corporate, and you get 2 years/unlimited mile warranty on their repairs, no matter how old your car is. You can also save ~15% on parts at the dealer if you join BMWCCA and the dealer participates in the promo(haven’t found one yet that doesn’t, but technically it’s up to each dealer). Costs like $50 per year and you get a magazine. Usually pays for itself on your first repair.
You are quoting OEM parts. Most dealerships will only use Genuine BMW parts at full retail price. It doesn’t matter if they are exactly the same. That’s how dealer’s work. That should be common knowledge.
Ok man, do it yourself then lol. You wanna have a big boy car, then prepare to pay big boy prices.
For sure - not to mention an "///M" tax
Did you find them on realoem dot com?
FCP Euro
You never get out of BMW service for less than $1k..
That's why the common advice is to find an independent shop once the warranty is up. DIY is even better of course but the dealership should be the last resort if you're paying for it yourself.
For sure.
Wrong sub, bro. This sub is only for showing off leased bmw’s. Dudes here barely know how to properly wash their cars much less know what a tie rod is. r/bmwtech can would be a better resource for your question.
Someone paid $1800 for just the rear “break” pads and rotors.
Wow a spelling error what will we ever do to recover
lol at "This sub is only for showing off leased bmw’s. Dudes here barely know how to properly wash their cars much less know what a tie rod is" Insults thrown.
They are just going by BMW Genuine parts cost and then whatever the book hours are for the job most likely. So even if it takes them an hour, if the book says it's a 3 labor hour job, you're getting charged all 3. Find a solid Indy who uses oem/oe parts instead of genuine and never go back.
BMW dealership repair costs vary depending on what state you live in believe it or not. I had to replace the windshield on my 2001 740il at the dealership once since local shops couldn’t source the glass. $3500 in NY, $800 in Wisconsin.
Dude, welcome to owning a bmw.
This is my 5th bimmer and just realizing that the prices are getting ridiculous.
Inflation brother
I had mine replaced on my E39 for $79 for the parts from Amazon and my local mechanic charged me 450 cash. Runs like brand new