accord_owner@no.spam.com wrote:
>
> I went to the dealer this week to get some repairs done on my 97 Accord.
> Here's what they charged:
>
> 4 Michelin Harmony tires: 4x117 = $468
> cat converter heat shields: $190
> front engine mount: $195
> front brake pads and "machine the rotors": $300
> adjust rear brakes: $60
>
> They also said changing the timing belt would cost $810, but they didn't have
> time to do that and the other stuff, so I didn't have it done. I think they
> said that price would include inspection of the water pump and seals and
> whatever else is associated with a timing belt change, but probably wouldn't
> include the replacements for those if they are necessary.
>
> I live in a suburb of DC. What do you think of those prices?


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