I live in Los Angeles. Is this a normal practice?
2007-12-25 12:13:23 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Other - Cars & Transportation
I dont know local rates but that sounds about right for a (branded) dealer mechanic shop. dealership repair shops are typically 60-80 and hour, while you might find better deals for typical repairs that dont require brand specific parts (like brakes, rotors, basic maintenance) at independent repair shops. they might be at 40-60 an hour for their repair rates and def dont markup their part costs too much (in general).. Look up a AAA approved independent repair shop next time to get an estimate of maintenance costs, maybe try them for your next oil change or basic maintenance to see if you might trust them in doing more serious work or labor on a regular basis. You could hopefully trust them not to rip you off...
2007-12-25 12:26:55 · answer #1 · answered by Jeff s 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This mechanic is being greedy. When I have to get parts, I do put a small markup on them but I do not double the price, that is price gouging, which is against the law, and he should be reported to your local consumer protection agency. But before you report, be sure that he is actually doubling the price. The labor rate is high as well. I only charge $60 an hour. Sounds to me like you need to get another mechanic. He is one of those that is trying to get rich fast and makes those of us that are honest look bad.
2007-12-25 20:24:55 · answer #2 · answered by bobby 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Considering the cost of living in Los Angeles, the labor rate sounds fair enough. Doubling the cost of parts is not fair.
2007-12-26 12:43:08 · answer #3 · answered by jrhd97 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What's the matter with you ?
Buy your own parts, then find a reliable mechanic who will install them at a reasonable rate ...... $80 an hour is way too high.
Better yet, learn how to install them yourself.
Jeesh .... kids today.
2007-12-26 00:03:21 · answer #4 · answered by cidrni2002 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. Most shops when they order parts for a repair get a reciept from the parts dealer that will have two prices on it. The first is what he pays as a repair shop, The second is what he charges the customer. On some items it can be double, but not usually. Our shop rate is 57.50/hr
2007-12-25 20:21:49 · answer #5 · answered by patrick b 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Normal rates are price of parts without a mark up, labor rate times the amount of time for the job, plus tax on parts, and in some cases plus a shop fee.
2007-12-25 20:18:07 · answer #6 · answered by oklatom 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Sad to say that's the way most shops operate, as long as its done right i'd say tollerable.
2007-12-25 20:19:00 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
sounds about right!
2007-12-25 20:16:21 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋