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Originally Posted by Rot 911 View Post
I think a lot of people would be surprised at what parts cost for newer cars. It is just that most new cars don't need much work done on them, or the repairs are done under warranty, so you never know the prices. Go out and price new struts, water pumps, etc, for late model Japanese cars.
You're absolutely right! Honda wants nearly $100 for a friggin' polished exhaust tip for a newer Civic. That's right, one hundred dollars!!!
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