ntrprnr 0 #1 August 15, 2007 All: Long story short: Got the car in for a tune-up, need a new muffler. Don't want the dealer to do it because they'll rape me, but they said they'd match whatever Meinekee or Midas would charge. What do they normally charge for a new muffler and labor on a 2002 Nissan Maxima? Any ideas? Thanks, -Peter_______________ "Why'd you track away at 7,000 feet?" "Even in freefall, I have commitment issues." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 6 #2 August 15, 2007 A walker 54295 muffler is about 90 -100.00 dealer price IIRC, and another 75 - 100 to put it in...of course those aren't NEW YORK prices! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airdvr 200 #3 August 15, 2007 Problem with that scenario is you can't get a real price form Meineke or Midas unless they can see your car. Muffler prices are one thing, but you rarely just need the muffler part alone. Pipes leading to and away from the actual muffler can cost a whole lot. How do you know you need a new muffler? Was your car loud? My idea would be to leave the muffler repair for now, get your car back, and then you can go shopping with the car so they can see everything it will need and get you a "real" quote. Hope this helps.Please don't dent the planet. Destinations by Roxanne Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryoder 1,410 #4 August 15, 2007 As the mechanic said to Chevy Chase in "National Lampoon's Summer Vacation": "How much you got?" "There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
countzero 7 #5 August 15, 2007 auto parts store price is $135- $150. a dealer or repair shop could charge you anywhere from $50 - $150 on top of that for the part. then labor can run from $50 - $100 an hour depending on the facility.diamonds are a dawgs best friend Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nutz 0 #6 August 15, 2007 Umm, I pay about $55.00 at a local muffler shop. That is for a GM pickup. Oh yeah, including installation. "Don't! Get! Eliminated!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 34 #7 August 15, 2007 Quote Umm, I pay about $55.00 at a local muffler shop. That is for a GM pickup. Oh yeah, including installation. Yeah, in your uncle's shop in Alabama. "Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monkycndo 0 #8 August 15, 2007 Quote Quote Umm, I pay about $55.00 at a local muffler shop. That is for a GM pickup. Oh yeah, including installation. Yeah, in your uncle's shop in Alabama. Shop hell. That would add another $10. Under the tree in his neighbor's yard.50 donations so far. Give it a try. You know you want to spank it Jump an Infinity Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1969912 0 #9 August 15, 2007 If you do end up getting a new muffler, grab the deal that the dealer offered and make them put a factory original Nissan muffler on. The original is probably stainless steel, but a cheapo relacement might not be. Also, there are two mufflers on that car..... "Once we got to the point where twenty/something's needed a place on the corner that changed the oil in their cars we were doomed . . ." -NickDG Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Miami 0 #10 August 15, 2007 Due to a hole in my muffler on my 97 GTI I just got a new (cheap) one about a month ago. Paid $96 after tax for parts and labor at a local chain brakes/muffler shop.Miami Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2fat2fly 0 #11 August 16, 2007 The cheapest here is $98, but I think that you can do better if you look aroundI am not the man. But the man knows my name...and he's worried Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VectorBoy 0 #12 August 16, 2007 I pay about $20-30 bucks and weld them in myself. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #13 August 16, 2007 The cheapest i can get for my ride is about $400, if i want to go flash it can cost up to $2000You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VectorBoy 0 #14 August 16, 2007 Sounds very bavarian or high end asian. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Broke 0 #15 August 16, 2007 A couple of years ago I had to get a new muffler/tailpipe for my old truck. I went to speedy, and it cost me about 75. Of course that is on a domestic vehicle vs an import. Just order a new part from summit racing. Come out to the north fork to do some wine tasting, and I'll install it nice and sleezyDivot your source for all things Hillbilly. Anvil Brother 84 SCR 14192 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #16 August 16, 2007 Quote Sounds very bavarian or high end asian. Nah it's a motorbike, exhuasts are not cheap for bikesYou are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sd-slider 0 #17 August 16, 2007 Quote they'll rape me No charge for that I hope...... Anvil Brother #69 Sidelined with a 5mm C5-C6 herniated disk... Back2Back slammers and 40yr old fat guys don't mix! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sv3n 0 #18 August 16, 2007 QuoteAll: Long story short: Got the car in for a tune-up, need a new muffler. Don't want the dealer to do it because they'll rape me, but they said they'd match whatever Meinekee or Midas would charge. What do they normally charge for a new muffler and labor on a 2002 Nissan Maxima? Any ideas? Thanks, -Peter Here you go..........$98.88 w/ free shipping http://www.partsamerica.com/ProductList.aspx?parttype=15&ptset=A&searchfor=Mufflers ships within 1 day or available for pick-up at an Advance Auto, Checker, Schuck’s, or Kragen near you....and you're in violation of your face! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jenfly00 0 #19 August 16, 2007 Quote All: Long story short: Got the car in for a tune-up, need a new muffler. Don't want the dealer to do it because they'll rape me, but they said they'd match whatever Meinekee or Midas would charge. What do they normally charge for a new muffler and labor on a 2002 Nissan Maxima? Any ideas? Thanks, -Peter Not sure, but I CAN PAINT THAT CAR FOR 39.95! You need to find the NY equivalent of 'Bubba'. Around here, I'd go to the Auto graveyard, get a muffler for around $50 and another 40-50 for Bubba (yes, his name really is Bubba ). If there is a tailpipe problem, soup can and hose clamps. ----------------------- "O brave new world that has such people in it". Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
warpedskydiver 0 #20 August 16, 2007 Quote Quote Sounds very bavarian or high end asian. Nah it's a motorbike, exhuasts are not cheap for bikes Tell me about it, the front pipe alone for my bike goes for around $600 USDStainless is nice though Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
warpedskydiver 0 #21 August 16, 2007 Go to Summit of Jegs, order what you want. Maybe a Borla? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #22 August 16, 2007 What's this about replacing a muffler?My policy has always been, if the muffler needs replacing; then the car needs replacing. I replace cars like library books. _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #23 August 16, 2007 Quote What's this about replacing a muffler?My policy has always been, if the muffler needs replacing; then the car needs replacing. I replace cars like library books. That's 'cause you think you're David Caruso, and making big buck in hollywierdYou are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #24 August 16, 2007 I cannot stand David Caruso and I do not look like him despite what some have said here. I also do not relate to Hollyweird.I'm sorry, I'm having a sensitive moment right now. I think I'll go trade my car in that only has 1800 miles on it to make myself feel better. _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
