E55V8K

Took the 55 for the service MB Escondido.
It need the front brake pads all installed $550 and torque strut bushing-front suspension? (wornout-car has 33k miles) $755 installed.

Do you think the price sounds right?

Blk04cobra1

that sounds about right....it is an AMG

phatmitzu

How far are you from LA? I have a MBtech who can do it for you off-site for cheap.

Mr Kram

for dealer work, that is within reason.

1mean55

can i get the info of the tech? i'm in the glendale/burbank area.

regor60

I have over 42K miles on my original fronts, nyah, nyah

05VENOM

So what it's an AMG...is there some 'special technique' required for a simple brake job. Doesn't seem right that the bill is padded b/c we drive expensive cars. I guess you have to pay the price for exclusivity.

rogers3

That sounds about right 750 to 800 for my 02 CL at the dealer. Never again

E55BKS

I installed a set of front pads myself a few weeks ago, went with Porterfield. It was easier than my wife CLK 430.

Push pins out, remove clamp, slide old pads out, push brake piston back, install new pads, put the clamp back, and push the two pins back in. 1 hr max.

TopGun32

brakes are just simply brakes.. our cars are not a limited edition super car.


just by the pads from the dealer and the sensor.. shop around your nearby shops and ask them how much to pop in.

its no rocket science.

You also don't need new rotors.. most of the time.. you can have them turned for around $7 each.

just because are brakes pads and rotors are bigger.. it does not mean you have to pay more.

about torque front bushing suspension... I would ignore it. They are just taking your money. I would ask them to show what it is and take a picture and shop around to get that done.

your will not fall apart if you don't do it.

AMGfan

To be honest with you, I'd never go to the dealer to do non-warranty work. A good independent ASE MB mechanic can do the same job at a lower cost. If you buy the pads (ex. porterfields) and take them for the install, there shouldn't be any lower quality of service if you go non-dealer. It's not a difficult job.

If you want to get raped on labor charges...go to the dealer. They will have a smile on their face when they bend you over.

phatmitzu

I went with Porterfield too. Much less brake dust. Also had my rotors resurfaced for $15 each corner.

E55V8K

I'm from Temecula (near Riverside) Please let me know.
Thanks,really appreciated

Neoii

I am in the Temecula area too. A contact for someone competent and fairly-priced would be welcomed.

Blk04cobra1

Yes, you do actually pay for the exclusivity...according to my parts department, the brake pads on a E55 are around $268 for the set and for the normal E350 they are only $100...I wasn't trying to be a smart ***, but you do pay more for an AMG

bobgodd

I live in San Marcos, I'll help you change your pads for free. It's not that hard.

jangy

And I have a jack and all the tools you'd need at my office. Maybe we should have a bbq and show you how easy pads and even rotors are to swap out.

This doesn't replace the pressing of the fluid from time to time. I do mine annually just because, but you can do what you like.

bigben320e

That's according to a dealers parts department. Big difference when you get the pads ordered yourself. This goes across the board with any MB part. I have bought MB parts for much less, and it's the same part.

Dealers in general are going to bend you over, and not even give you a kiss. I have seen instances of where $100 and up is added markup on a part, that is insane. No way to justify it.

bobgodd

Sounds good. Let's get the Temecula guys to come south lol.

Neoii

LOL. Thanks for the offer. I am sure the OP (E55V8K) will appreciate it.

My rears were changed about 7 months ago and the fronts about 1 month ago so I should be good for awhile. I raised the question for myself only for future needs.

It is good to know that there are DIY guys down this way though.

AMGfan

I can second that...there is no exclusivity when you can get the same part or a better part at a better price. Try getting a quart oil from them...a nice markup there.

psk145

I would be down for that. I wouldnt mind swapping out for a set of pads that dust less.

jangy

We can do it anytime you guys want. The pads are easy as **** to swap. Its a bigger pain just to lift the corners. I've got all the tools we'd need. All you guys need to bring is new pads, rotors (if you are swapping), and some new sensors. I'll bring some beer to watch you guys!!!

Neoii

Do I smell a meet?

nine1twoinc

Give The Wheel Supply a call, they are in Walnut, closer to you than LA, they work on alot of regular Mercedes or AMG cars, it will be much cheaper and closer for you. Or just like other members said, buy the pads and do it yourself, it's not that hard. GL