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Originally Posted by ibnuls7
Hi guys,
So I'm going with the Indy shop who quoted me $2300 with a used suspension and subframe. Quote with only suspension replacement is $1200.
My question is: do you guys think it's worth the $1100 for a subframe replacement? The subframe is steel and didn't take any compressive or twisting damage. The metal is bent on a single plane and the mechanic ensured me that it wouldn't compromise the structural integrity of the car. I also am still under BMW warranty and plan to extend it. Since it's an oem part replacement BMW shouldn't be able to tell it was swapped.
Thanks
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Three words come to mind for us folks who drive high-end Euro luxury cars and need service/repairs: "Don't Cheap Out". If you trust this Indy mechanic have him source a replacement subframe.
Shop is going to source/install used parts - if you don't already know, ask the shop what kind of 'warranty', if any, they are providing on the parts. In my experience (in the States) a shop won't be standing behind used parts, whether they source/install them or you source them; typically good shops do stand 100% behind new parts they source/install and should an issue arise they will make it good on their dime.
Perhaps a third opinion on this work is worthwhile (?).
Good luck/Bill