[E90CPhT]

Hey all,

Having some work done to my E90. Just wanted to run some number by you all to see where I stand cost wise. I trust the guy doing the work (Indy) and I don't think hes overcharging me. But still I'm just curious what you all are paying for similar stuff. I'll post what all I am having done below and a total. Thanks for any help you can provide!

Replace Starter (Reman.)
Replace Intake Manifold Gasket ($630 after everything for these two)
Change and Replace Brake Fluid ($110 after everything)
Change Rear Brake Pads and Sensors (leaving rotors for now). ($220 after everything for this)

Total after labor so far is coming to just under $1100 for everything after tax. I'm not too worried about it, just wanted some opinions. Thanks again!

[TheMidnightNarwhal]

I mean ofcourse from a DIY it's crazy to see the money charged just for labor. For example brake pads are about 30$ for the rear which I just grabbed + 10$ for a sensor.

[tlow98]

That’s pretty good pricing for a shop. Wayyyy less than dealer

[nissubaru]

Not bad pricing, if the shop is competent then I would consider it but I DIY everything.

If you have a jack, stands and some basic hand tools I would suggest doing the rear brakes yourself as you could probably save $180 or so

[BravoJohny33]

Dealer here charges 120 to do brake flush so that price isn't good. Also, I bet they use aftermarket fluid for 10 bucks and its pure profit for a 20 min job for them.

I would at least do the pads myself. Its super easy and you can use a tool so you don't have to take the calipers off. It should only take you about 15 min per wheel.


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[Nickco43]

Originally Posted by E90CPhT

Hey all,

Having some work done to my E90. Just wanted to run some number by you all to see where I stand cost wise. I trust the guy doing the work (Indy) and I don't think hes overcharging me. But still I'm just curious what you all are paying for similar stuff. I'll post what all I am having done below and a total. Thanks for any help you can provide!

Replace Starter (Reman.)
Replace Intake Manifold Gasket ($630 after everything for these two)
Change and Replace Brake Fluid ($110 after everything)
Change Rear Brake Pads and Sensors (leaving rotors for now). ($220 after everything for this)

Total after labor so far is coming to just under $1100 for everything after tax. I'm not too worried about it, just wanted some opinions. Thanks again!

Those prices are bang on for an Indy.

[Pladi]

thats good pricing but if you are not mentally challenged and physically disabled there is not a single reason why you would not do those things yourself with basic tools at a Starbucks parking lot in 2 hours.. (assuming you dont live in a house with a garage. )

The onylo thing might need more specialized tools but even that not really is the brake fluid flush. Which is very easy and straight fw

[ctuna]

If the intake manifold is off you might as well do the OFG.
Since it's easier to get to the inside bolt.

[07lilredwagon]

I second ctunas comment about the oil filter housing gasket.

a check of your serpentine belt, tensioner, ect while you are in there is a good idea too....

sorry, ignorant question...does your car require a walnut blast, or no?

Those prices sound fair....have the guy change your reservoir for the power steering with the flush...they are only about 45.00 from BMW.....

JP

[ctuna]

He listed a 328

[BimmerNugget]

Originally Posted by ctuna

If the intake manifold is off you might as well do the OFG.
Since it's easier to get to the inside bolt.

I agree! That last bolt for the OFHG is hard to get to.

[jt335i]

That's reasonable for an Indy.
Dealer would probably charge an arm and a leg.

[TheMidnightNarwhal]

Originally Posted by 07lilredwagon

I second ctunas comment about the oil filter housing gasket.

a check of your serpentine belt, tensioner, ect while you are in there is a good idea too....

sorry, ignorant question...does your car require a walnut blast, or no?

Those prices sound fair....have the guy change your reservoir for the power steering with the flush...they are only about 45.00 from BMW.....

JP

Ignorant question here to. I know how to check for belt, see if it's cracked but how to verify tensioner is in good condition?

[ctuna]

The common belt check is it starts to walk off the pulley .
It would be nice if there was an objective tension check.
Mike Miller recommends changing it every 60k I believe.

There are a bunch of ytube videos on replacement .
The spring on a warn out one will be wider and it will start
to bend from the perpendicular at the guide wheel.

[Efthreeoh]

Originally Posted by BravoJohny33

Dealer here charges 120 to do brake flush so that price isn't good. Also, I bet they use aftermarket fluid for 10 bucks and its pure profit for a 20 min job for them.

I would at least do the pads myself. Its super easy and you can use a tool so you don't have to take the calipers off. It should only take you about 15 min per wheel.


https://www.amazon.com/Lisle-24400-D...HZTM0AK06TWC1Z

There is no way to replace pads on an non-M E90 without removing the calipers. All that tool does is reset the piston into the caliper body once the caliper is free from the hub. If you open the bleeder valve you can just push the piston back in with your fingers.

OP, does the price include resurfacing the rotors? And it is a single sensor, not multiple sensors.

[F30lolz]

Rear pad price isn’t good IMHO. My local stealer advertises $180 for rear pads for my 335. As others have mentioned, try to do it yourself.

Not defending my stealer, however, many dealers do have monthly service specials that people should take advantage of if they aren’t DIY’ers. Sometimes they’ll advertise $75 oil change specials which is way cheaper than my Indy. I use Active Autowerke to service my 335 as well as a member on this forum, however, sometimes it makes sense to use the dealer as they can be cheaper if cost is a concern.

[nsjames]

Originally Posted by Pladi

thats good pricing but if you are not mentally challenged and physically disabled there is not a single reason why you would not do those things yourself with basic tools at a Starbucks parking lot in 2 hours.. (assuming you dont live in a house with a garage. )

The onylo thing might need more specialized tools but even that not really is the brake fluid flush. Which is very easy and straight fw

this.

I swapped out my starter in a hotel parking lot two states from home with the basic tools I cary in the car.

I did buy a flexhead wrench at the parts store, because access to the bolt on the starter sucks and I didn't feel like stripping an etorx bolt nowhere near my garage.