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      09-02-2018, 02:27 PM   #1
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Norcal labor costs?

hey all. what's a reasonable price for labor in the Bay area to install coilovers, camber plates, and alignment? $1400 too much? I'm kinda new to the area and not sure whats fair around here. thanks in advance.
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      09-02-2018, 09:29 PM   #2
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A lot of shops are charging an arm and a leg just because it is a M car.

The most reasonable shop after doing a lot of research is HTL Motorsport and Sonic MS.
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      09-03-2018, 01:06 PM   #3
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$120-$130 per hour is the going rate in the Bay Area, so if you're able to find a reputable shop offering a lower labor rate, then take them up on the offer.

I recommend calling one of the shops below for a price quote:

Sonic MS
Speed Element
Performance Technic
HTL
Elite Performance
Edge Motorworks
Trackspec Autosports
Alekshop
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      09-03-2018, 05:19 PM   #4
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When I lived in the bay it was Sonic MS and nothing else.
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      09-03-2018, 06:28 PM   #5
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$120-$130 per hour is the going rate in the Bay Area, so if you're able to find a reputable shop offering a lower labor rate, then take them up on the offer.

I recommend calling one of the shops below for a price quote:

Sonic MS
Speed Element
Performance Technic
HTL
Elite Performance
Edge Motorworks
Trackspec Autosports
Alekshop
thanks guys. Any thoughts on on BR Racing?

And how many hours does coilovers and camber plates and alignment take?
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      09-04-2018, 01:04 PM   #6
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Thanks for the recommendation guys

You can PM me if you have any questions!
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      09-04-2018, 05:54 PM   #7
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Carbahn Autoworks is where I take my cars.

https://carbahnautoworks.com/

It is Steve Dinans new shop. Locations in Mountain View and San Jose.
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