Timing Belt

[Wonderous]

How much will it cost me to have a the timing belt changed on my W reg Vectra? The local garage have said �175, which seems a bit steep. Are they ripping me off? Any advice welcomed please!!

[NORMANTHEDOG]

if that is all inclusive then its a good price,we would charge about the same.

[Electrochem]

As NORMANTHEDOG says it is a good price. A lot depends on where you live and whether or not you go to a main dealer.

On some cars you would be looking at �300 plus.

[bigboots]

you havent said if it is petrol or diesel, you need to check this price will include parts labour and vat and that it's a timing belt kit containing belt and tensioners and not just a belt

[david11]

Fair price,while they are down there,get them to examine tensioners, for what it cost and if you intend to keep the car replace them also,if advised

[BreenM]

When it comes to timing belts there comes a point when you have to think about the cost of repair should it break on you. You could be looking at 3 times that amount. I think It's well worth it for peace of mind

[sonicone]

I have had two timing belts go on me because I didn't see the point of paying out for something that was O.K.
The first which was a long time ago cost me �850
and the second more recently cost me �450.!
I have recently had one on my Renault Scenic at a local garage for �150, Renault wanted �450. �175 dosn't sound bad.