How much does it cost to build a car? - Car Talk Community
May 31, 2011 · I was discussing with my father the raw cost of making car, minus labor, and argued it shouldn’t cost more than a couple thousand dollars and that the overinflated prices reflect markups …
Dealer Quoted $445 for Low Beam Bulb Replacement - Car Talk …
Mar 27, 2025 · I have a 2016 Toyota Camry SE (2.5L 4-cylinder), and last night, one of my low beams went out. Called the dealer this morning to see how much it would cost to replace both just to be …
Local shops charge slightly lower or the same as dealers
May 25, 2024 · Here in NEW YORK, it is often recommended to take your car that is outside of its warranty to a local repair shop. But these days it doesn’t seem like there are any big differences …
New car document fees - General Discussion - Car Talk Community
Feb 2, 2024 · I haven’t purchased a new car for 17 years. I am finding that every dealer has posted signs stating that they will charge $399 - $799 for document preparation. Did this come during the …
Dealership asking for more money after I paid for repairs
Apr 8, 2023 · The dealership, after contacting the warranty company, also quoted that price. And, happily, that’s exactly what they charged me when I picked up the car five days ago. Today the …
Does a manufacturer really make much off of service ... - Car Talk ...
Dec 3, 2025 · From what I understand from the couple times I worked at a dealership (not manufacture) as well as talking to a couple of brothers that formerly owned and ran a Mazda dealership that I …
2013 Kia Sorento - Alternator replacement cost - Car Talk Community
Jan 30, 2025 · “The cost to replace the alternator and battery ranges from about $250 (if you purchase the alternator online and the battery from Costco, and DIY) to well over $1000 if you take to the dealer.
Can Dealers Swap Cars? - General Discussion - Car Talk Community
Aug 26, 2010 · The dealer can swap cars, but there is cost involved in doing it. Someone has to move the car from dealer to dealer, and that costs money. One dealer has to take a car out of inventory …
First Place Finish Car Care System - Car Talk Community
Sep 1, 2010 · I am buying a new car! My dealership is pushing the First Place Finish Car Care System, a protection for interior and exterior for $500. They reapply it every six months for 3 years and you …
Is Perma Plate worth the cost? - Car Talk Community
Sep 29, 2007 · Is it worth putting Perma Plate on a new car when the dealer (in this case, Toyota) charges $695 (which the dealers says is discounted from the regular $995)? Is this any better than a …