bodeboo Posted July 7, 2012 Share Posted July 7, 2012 Car had got to that stage of its life where a few things needed replacing, nothing out of the ordinary but decide to take the hit in one go - well over a couple of weeks. Whilst my wallet is somewhat lighter, I am really pleased with how she now feels and sounds, not quite a new car but much smoother and hopefully some trouble/cost free motoring now ahead..! Thought it was worth breaking these costs down (parts and labour) as it covers quite a few common issues that come from normal wear and tear and may be of interest to some... ITEM: P2 Service Cost: £159 Where: Chorley Nissan - Wigan ITEM: MOT Cost: £29 Where: Chorley Nissan - Wigan Comments: I am on the Wirral but made the trip over following positive comments on here and happy the with service and costs. 12 months RAC cover thrown in too! ITEM: Full Set of Falken FK452 Parts: £440 (Camskills) Fitting: £50 (Chorley Nissan) Comments: Had mixed tyres before and rears were due so went for the full matching set The two fronts (Toyo T1R's) have good life left in them if anyone is interested.... http://www.350z-uk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=32&t=63605 ITEM: Scorpion Cat Back Exhaust Parts: £370 (CougarStore ) Fitting: £40 (Local Independent) Comments: Stock Exhaust started blowing, normal failure between mid and back box) Really liking the Scorpion after struggling to choose between this and the Cobra but happy with choice. Really nice exhaust note, slightly louder than stock but not overbearing. Have kept the Stock tips if anyone is interested as I know most people like to keep the Stock look if possible...see same post as tyres above... ITEM: New Iridium Spark Plugs Parts: £55 (ZMANALEX ) Fitting: £60 (Chorley Nissan) Comments: Not an essential but recommended for the car at 54k so through it was worth it. Hopefully will run a bit smoother and maybe even eek out a little bit in mpg ITEM: Front Drop Links Parts: £32 (Ebay) Fitting: £40 (Local Independent) Comments: The annoying nocking from the front has now gone! The parts aren't Nissan but again from reading on here, no point paying any extra for this particular part) ITEM: Rears Pads Parts £40, Fitting £40 from Chorley Nissan at same time as Service/MOT TOTAL: £1350!! Dammit, just remembered insurance is due next month... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrustyCrab Posted July 7, 2012 Share Posted July 7, 2012 I had a similar circumstance a year or so ago with tyres and exhaust all needing to be done but you really took a big hit. Respect for getting it done properly though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neilp Posted July 7, 2012 Share Posted July 7, 2012 40 quid to fit rear pads .. ouch. Takes about half an hour at most. Could have done it yourself very easily. At least you know the cash was well spent and your car is now upto scratch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zugara Posted July 7, 2012 Share Posted July 7, 2012 You could have saved £180 if you had done most of that stuff yourself...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bodeboo Posted July 7, 2012 Author Share Posted July 7, 2012 yep, I know I took a hit on the labour costs. FOr the brake pads I didn't really have a choice as the MOT ran out on Monday and so just needed it doing. On the other things..drop links, spark plugs, not being in any way mechanically minded and not having the right equipment I just went for the easy option in the end.... It's only a tank full of petrol after all!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zugara Posted July 7, 2012 Share Posted July 7, 2012 yep, I know I took a hit on the labour costs. FOr the brake pads I didn't really have a choice as the MOT ran out on Monday and so just needed it doing. On the other things..drop links, spark plugs, not being in any way mechanically minded and not having the right equipment I just went for the easy option in the end.... It's only a tank full of petrol after all!! But think of the joy yu could of had, now that cash is feeding Dominos to those who did the work for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vik54 Posted July 7, 2012 Share Posted July 7, 2012 40 quid to fit rear pads .. ouch. Takes about half an hour at most. Could have done it yourself very easily. At least you know the cash was well spent and your car is now upto scratch This is such fun watching you behave and be diplomatic PMSL Hey bodeboo - its all money well spent - at least you're not cutting corners and making sure the important stuff is taken care of instead of being blinded by bling bling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spursmaddave Posted July 7, 2012 Share Posted July 7, 2012 I know how to change the pads on my Zed as I have been shown but I would pay £40 for someone to do it for me. Don't get me wrong I love a bargain but I am no expert and if I did something wrong it would cause a LOT more than £40 worth of damage Same reason I paid someone to change my plugs, I could have caused a whole heap of trouble if I did something wrong I have though spend thousands of pounds on electrical equipment and taken it apart straight away to find out if I could 'improve' it, everyone is different Just because you pay someone to change parts on your pride and joy shouldn't be a reason to have a pop, remember what happened when Husky installed his plenum spacer, or Bennett 'helped' change Ian's plugs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bodeboo Posted July 7, 2012 Author Share Posted July 7, 2012 I know how to change the pads on my Zed as I have been shown but I would pay £40 for someone to do it for me. Don't get me wrong I love a bargain but I am no expert and if I did something wrong it would cause a LOT more than £40 worth of damage Same reason I paid someone to change my plugs, I could have caused a whole heap of trouble if I did something wrong I have though spend thousands of pounds on electrical equipment and taken it apart straight away to find out if I could 'improve' it, everyone is different Just because you pay someone to change parts on your pride and joy shouldn't be a reason to have a pop, remember what happened when Husky installed his plenum spacer, or Bennett 'helped' change Ian's plugs thats how I see it too Dave... I know I could save myself a bit on the labour front but I havnt got all the time in the world nor the skills, I hate spending any more money than I need to and will shop around to make sure I get the fitting as cheap as possible. But for the money thats was involved in each case (plus, drop links, pads) the time saved and comfort it gives me knowing the job has been done properly is worth it... each to their own..! talking of wasting money - I got drunk last night and in a moment of weakness paid £100 for a rugby ball signed by a Sale Sharks - i don't even like rugby! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spursmaddave Posted July 7, 2012 Share Posted July 7, 2012 talking of wasting money - I got drunk last night and in a moment of weakness paid £100 for a rugby ball signed by a Sale Sharks - i don't even like rugby! I take it all back you are a complete numpty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leeroy Posted July 7, 2012 Share Posted July 7, 2012 You could have saved £180 if you had done most of that stuff yourself...... It all depends how you value your time Zugara, I like to get stuck in every now and again doing brakes and stuff, but for the best part I'd rather pay someone else to do it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spursmaddave Posted July 7, 2012 Share Posted July 7, 2012 By the way im not calling anyone who can & does do their own work on their car a fool, just don't think it's fair to say everyone should and they are stupid if they don't I however am stupid whichever way you look at it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dblock Posted July 7, 2012 Share Posted July 7, 2012 £12.50 for tyre fitting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BulletMagnet Posted July 8, 2012 Share Posted July 8, 2012 Well in the end, either way, whether self fitted or paying a mechanic, bottom line is that the OP is showing his Zed some love, that's all that matters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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