My radiator leaks in my 89 Camaro and it needs to be replaced. To get mine replaced by mechanics/dealership it will cost a little more then $200, which includes the radiator and the labor. Would it be much cheaper if I just went and bought a radiator for my car and then just took it to a mechanic and only pay for the labor, or no? Can I replace it myself? Or would it be too hard? I know mechanics charge a lot for labor, but is there somewhere that would do it for cheap? (I live in Missouri) Thanks!
2007-01-16 11:10:26 · 5 answers · asked by Ash 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
200 is a good price. The radiator would cost you 120 or so, and it's not that easy a job if you haven't done a few. There are some very minor mistakes that can cost you an engine.
2007-01-16 12:11:15 · answer #1 · answered by Nomadd 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get it done for the 200 bucks. You'll save yourself a big hassle and mess over doing it yourself.Plus what do you do with the old rad and antifreeze after your done. The shop get rid of it for you.You will maybe save yourself 50 bucks if that . Get it do at that shop
2007-01-16 11:16:42 · answer #2 · answered by Rudedude 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you can get it done for 200 bucks ,,get them to do it
a rad will cost yo u 100 ,to 125 bucks
antifreeze will cost you 15 bucks
maybe some new hose clamps 4 bucks
add that all up you not saving all that much to do it yourself.
2007-01-16 11:23:47 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be sure to get it in writing before hand. $200 is real cheap. You might be getting set up for a big surprise.
2007-01-16 14:52:25 · answer #4 · answered by tronary 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I HAVE A 89IROC IT WAS EASY TO REPLACE RADAITOR IF YOU ARE SOMEWHAT MECH. I PAID 145.00 FOR A NEW RADIATOR BECAUSE I HAD PROBLEMS IF AFTER THEY FIX IT BECAUSE OF THE PLASTIC ENDS. IT MAY BE CHEAPER FOR A NORMAL CAMARO I ALSO LIVE IN MO.
2007-01-16 11:16:17 · answer #5 · answered by oldmanarnie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋