I just got quoted 11k to for a new power steering pump and rack for my early 09 c63! the car has done 70k only. WTF!!! Does any have any hook ups to direct me to?

thanks
h

WTF happened?

I see online prices of USD $439 for the pump and $2,112 for the steering rack.

Where did you find those prices from bhamg

Is second hand ok with you?

parts.com

11k ?! Australian prices are just insane.

You're best bet is to get the parts from the US (www.parts.com).

Did they tell what was the cause of the steering rack failure?
For example a very low drop and 20" rims on low profile tires?

They told me pump failure if you hold full lock too long!! I was stopped at a set of lights, proceeded to turn left and the steering went all hard! I almost hit the island in the middle of the road, I had my 18s on when this happened too. Apparently metal gone through rack aswel.

Those prices are australian from centenary classic Mercedes in Brisbane Qld.

Tomorrow I will look at parts.com


H

Pump is $750 and rack not much more. If there is metal in it no way it can be reconditioned. These prices are for oem and thatbs sourced in Australia, or even cheaper off online websitesvbut them younave to pay shipping and import duties and gst. Your dealership should be closed down for that blatant attempt to rip your face off, one of the worst cases of overcharging I have ever heard of. PM me if you need more help mate

What a ****ing joke

I have a rack sitting here.

This would most likely be covered under warranty but you're probably out?

Well, I couldn't have asked for a better outcome. MB is replacing all parts at no cost to me! All I have to pay for is the labour which is about $1000.

How did u get away with that

No idea. We put in a claim through mb and they came back with that.

Lucky you - 'grats! Some of these higher-profile, higher ticket off-warranty repairs blessed by the mothership must be in part a function of the entirely ridiculous new-car prices you have down there.

My guess is they know its a common problem and probably a faulty part.

Cheaper to fix them as they break rather than recall every car.

After I saw this thread I googled C63 power steering pump failure, looks like you were the first one.

Buy a tatts ticket mate

Great stuff. Lucky basta...

holy cow!!!! that's a mean quotation!!!

rns iiz
missed your phone call ??.

You cannot buy from parts.com unless you have a USA Credit Card and a USA Address.

I can tell you though how it can be done

contact me in private!