What do I do if the written estimate from the repair facility calls for the work to done for $525.00 and MOD tells me that a fair price should be $375.00?
First, we would like to respond to this question by pointing out that you should see these price differences for what they are. If you can achieve a cost savings of $150.00, that is almost 30% off of the repair facility’s estimate or 40% higher than what the actual cost should be. Now having made this point, let’s say that in this instance the repair facility was quoting the repair by pricing in an OEM part (new part from the car manufacturer), while the MOD quote was with an aftermarket new part. The difference in cost between the two parts accounted for the total difference in pricing. Incidentally, both parts come with a 12 month/12,000 mile warranty. Our experience here is that sometimes it’s as simple as telling the repair facility that there is an alternative to the OEM new part. When that’s the case your savings are within easy reach.
Related Questions
- What do I do if the written estimate from the repair facility calls for the work to done for $525.00 and MOD tells me that a fair price should be $375.00?
- What if a licensed repair facility of my choice will not repair my vehicle for the estimate prepared by Parkways appraiser?
- Why does MOD emphasize the need to obtain a written estimate?
