Saturday, November 20, 2010

How much would it cost to change a valve cover gasket on a 93 bmw 325 i ?

The car has about 170K miles on it. Doesnt leak much. What should it cost to replace?How much would it cost to change a valve cover gasket on a 93 bmw 325 i ?
Figure an hour of labor and the cost of a valve cover gasket kit. Dealer hourly labor rate is currently ~ $115 per hour. Est: $200 from a dealer. 25% less from a repair shop. Ask for a written estimate before signing the work order. How much would it cost to change a valve cover gasket on a 93 bmw 325 i ?
About $65 in parts (seals/gaskets) and 1.5 to 2 hrs. of labor.