Yes NYC does have high labor rates $80/hr, but the parts are also expensive…
new exhaustr system – 595
4 struts – 200 ea
- labor
I understand that there is some liability here with the mechanic if he does pass me without making sure that my car is safe, he claimed he will get fined 10K…but I can’t imagine there are not some work arounds…I gueess I am just venting and sad that I may lose my very realiable car…I will shop around and see if I can get away with less that these repairs just to pass the inspection and make it though the summer!
If anyone knows of a good mechanic in the new york/LI area – please let me know.
Thanks!