Just wondering what a normal alternator reconditioning cost would be for an 05' S60. Alternator fitting is quite simple and shouldn't take longer than 20 minutes.
I got a quote of $450 including reconditioning, fitment and supposedly "1 year warranty". This honestly seems quite solid to me. They will be replacing the voltage regulator too as part of this (I reckon that could be the cause of my fault alternator).
Not including fitting costs, I found a scrap yard alternator for $135, brand new aftermarket one for $305, and OEM one for $550.
FYI the location I called up said the price wasn't negotiable as he reckons no one else would do it cheaper.
Just want to hear your thoughts on this. Thanks!
Edit: Not replying to anymore comments. All the junk replies seem to be coming in now. I'd rather not DIY — simple as that. I'm happy to pay someone to remove and fit the alternator for me. As I've mentioned, I reckon $450 seems solid, I just made this post to check in with people with experience in this field. In no way am I downplaying anyone's work. FYI I have a local mechanic I've gone to for years who recommended I could either purchase the alternator on my own and he would fit it, or to head to an auto electrician to recondition it. Hence the two options I've provided here.
Thanks to all the people who gave serious replies. I'll be reconditioning it next week.
Cheap for a Euro repair job …