Spring Install & Alignment Cost

Ajax-Prime · 12-16-2008, 03:34 PM

Fellas, I'm gonna get some springs as part of my X-Mas, and have called two local shops to get an estimate of how much it's going to cost to install.

Frankly, I am a little flabbergasted.

First shop wanted just under $500, which I thought seemed a little excessive. Second shop wanted over $800.....$500 for the install and $300 for an alignment. Neither place was a dealership, and no, it did not include purchasing the springs.

Can this be right?

*Edit*

The $800 place says the factory manual calls for a 5 hour install for both front and rears....and of course they charge about $100/hour. Any suggestions in Houston would be appreciated.

JMARS · 12-21-2008, 10:57 PM

Do it yourself (not that bad), and take it to the dealership to get an alignment, they charged me $150

MrHarris · 12-22-2008, 04:43 AM

It's around 150-300 to install springs and 50-150 for alignment depending on where you go...

rzm3 · 12-23-2008, 08:17 AM

Realistically, installation at a shop with proper tools should take about 3 hrs max. (I DIY'd mine in 6 hrs w/o a lift or air guns) Provide them with the DIY I wrote in the DIY section. Also you should provide them with the tightening torques I wrote in the Suspension section.

$300 for an alignment is total BS. BMW dealerships charge between $100-$150 depending on your location. And I would recommend getting an alignment at the dealer because they have the proper alignment specifications/machines/tools/techniques.

Also the manual the shop refered to probably indicates time req'd for replacing more components than just the springs. That's why it says 5 hrs.

AutoTalent · 12-24-2008, 12:17 AM

In Houston, call Joel - Bavarian Hyper Sports (281) 477-9944

Tell him Sam sent you

longtran@ltbmw · 12-24-2008, 12:44 AM

hit up http://www.mwhouston.com/ ask for hunter

longtran@ltbmw · 12-24-2008, 12:47 AM

for that price, fly me over there, i'll put it in for you.

Nate@IND · 12-24-2008, 01:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AutoTalent

In Houston, call Joel - Bavarian Hyper Sports (281) 477-9944

Tell him Sam sent you

+1 Joel does good work

rzm3 · 12-24-2008, 01:14 PM

Just noticed you are in Houston. I am moving there in Jan and can help you out if you decide to do a DIY.

Hunter399 · 12-24-2008, 11:03 PM

Come to Motorwerks

we are located on 59 and chimney rock

call me on friday 832 419 8084

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Ajax-Prime · 12-26-2008, 08:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rldzhao

Just noticed you are in Houston. I am moving there in Jan and can help you out if you decide to do a DIY.

Well, a little early, but welcome to Texas...

Thanks for the info, guys.

PunjabiM3 · 12-26-2008, 08:38 PM

Do the install yourself. I plan on doing mine sometime in the next few weeks (just got my springs in today).

TRY...M3 · 04-02-2011, 06:13 PM

just quoted 1200

OMG6AMG · 06-23-2011, 07:34 AM

Just got quoted 125 and 300. Which one should I go? EMMMM

12-16-2008, 03:34 PM	#1
Ajax-Prime Hydrocarbon Man 33 Rep 427 Posts Drives: Still waiting on Stuttgart... Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Houston iTrader: (3)	Spring Install & Alignment Cost Fellas, I'm gonna get some springs as part of my X-Mas, and have called two local shops to get an estimate of how much it's going to cost to install. Frankly, I am a little flabbergasted. First shop wanted just under $500, which I thought seemed a little excessive. Second shop wanted over $800.....$500 for the install and $300 for an alignment. Neither place was a dealership, and no, it did not include purchasing the springs. Can this be right? Edit The $800 place says the factory manual calls for a 5 hour install for both front and rears....and of course they charge about $100/hour. Any suggestions in Houston would be appreciated. Last edited by Ajax-Prime; 12-16-2008 at 03:56 PM..
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rzm3 Moderator 673 Rep 4,737 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: USA iTrader: (18)	Realistically, installation at a shop with proper tools should take about 3 hrs max. (I DIY'd mine in 6 hrs w/o a lift or air guns) Provide them with the DIY I wrote in the DIY section. Also you should provide them with the tightening torques I wrote in the Suspension section. $300 for an alignment is total BS. BMW dealerships charge between $100-$150 depending on your location. And I would recommend getting an alignment at the dealer because they have the proper alignment specifications/machines/tools/techniques. Also the manual the shop refered to probably indicates time req'd for replacing more components than just the springs. That's why it says 5 hrs.
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