1966 Crown Coupe, 2016 200 S AWD, 1962 Lark Daytona V8.
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It does seem high, but there are a lot of variables.
Did you get an itemized estimate? I would get 2 more for comparison. Some shops like to highball estimates or give a worst case scenario in order to cover unexpected repairs or pad the bill so that they don't lose. Remember that no estimate is certain until the transaxle is apart and on the workbench.
Extras like a replacement radiator for the ATF cooler and a reman torque converter will add to the bill. A flash software update to the TCM would be dealer-only.
Were these guys recommended to you or have you dealt with them for work in the past?
Google the shop for customer concerns or complaints. Be aware that these results can be skewed also.
The hub can fracture at the 'spin weld'. Newer ones are much more robust.
Lastly, does the condition of the rest of the vehicle warrant such a large repair expenditure? Is the rest of the vehicle in pretty good shape?
Did you get an itemized estimate? I would get 2 more for comparison. Some shops like to highball estimates or give a worst case scenario in order to cover unexpected repairs or pad the bill so that they don't lose. Remember that no estimate is certain until the transaxle is apart and on the workbench.
Extras like a replacement radiator for the ATF cooler and a reman torque converter will add to the bill. A flash software update to the TCM would be dealer-only.
Were these guys recommended to you or have you dealt with them for work in the past?
Google the shop for customer concerns or complaints. Be aware that these results can be skewed also.
The hub can fracture at the 'spin weld'. Newer ones are much more robust.
Lastly, does the condition of the rest of the vehicle warrant such a large repair expenditure? Is the rest of the vehicle in pretty good shape?