What Is The Most Expensive Car Repair?

May 13

There is never a convenient time for an unexpected car repair, but some issues leave a dent in your wallet to match your bumper. For most families, an expensive car repair is a relatively big event; there are immediate financial consequences, not to mention the need to get around without your car for a day or two.

Not all cars, or repairs, are created equal. Find out which parts are the most expensive to replace and install, plus which cars tend to cost more to own and repair.

What Car is the Most Expensive to Repair and Maintain?

The price of a car usually gives you an idea of what features, performance or neat styling a vehicle might have, but it’s not always a good sign of reliability. Some of the most expensive cars to repair are also the priciest. According to Motor1.com, Porsche and BMW are the most expensive cars to fix. Even if you find one used, remember that many performance vehicles can still put a hurt on your wallet.

What Are the Most Expensive Types of Auto Repairs?

The five priciest repairs are focused on the most crucial elements of a vehicle, including critical parts like:

· The engine

· The transmission

· The head gasket

· The cam shaft

· The brake line

Fixing a Car Engine

There are really no cheap engine repairs. The complex parts and miniscule tolerances of today’s modern motors simply don’t allow for shortcuts. A blown engine typically costs between $2,500 and $5,000. Many older vehicles aren’t worth sinking that kind of money in, but we’ll help you make the best decisions possible based on your situation.

Fixing the Transmission

Your transmission delivers power from the engine to the road, and can undergo plenty of wear and tear. Luckily, transmissions are incredibly resilient and rarely need substantial repairs as long as they’re regularly maintained. You can expect to pay between $1,500 and $5,000 on a complex transmission repair or replacement – and sometimes more.

Repairing a Head Gasket

Once the bane of Northern Michigan’s many Subaru drivers, head gaskets seal the engine’s cylinders to prevent leaks. Expect to pay $1,500 to repair a head gasket, although it could cost more if the blown gasket caused further damage under the hood.

Fixing a Camshaft

This is one of the more infrequent repairs we make, but cam shafts do fail on occasion. The camshaft controls air intake, which is crucial to engine efficiency. Stay on top of your oil changes and regular tune-ups and we’ll always check the camshaft to any signs of trouble. Simple maintenance can help save $2,000 to $3,500 repairing a camshaft.

Replacing a Brake Line

Brakes are obviously pretty important. While brake pads and calipers are considered high-wear parts, but the brake line is even more critical – none of your brakes will work without it. Replacing a brake line is a steep fix, usually $1,000 or more depending on the model.

Avoiding Costly Vehicle Repairs

Drivers can avoid the most expensive repairs with regular tune-ups and professional automotive maintenance. Count on Garfield Auto for fast, thorough auto care at a fair price. Schedule your appointment with Garfield Auto today!

Cody Sovis