The most expensive cars to repair in recent years

Anna Tkach

AutoPortal editorial team

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The most expensive cars to repair are representatives of German premium brands. This is stated in a report by the American organization Consumer Reports, which conducts various studies based on consumer reviews.

The basis for the rating of the most expensive cars to repair was data from RepairPal - this company provides information in the US about car repair and maintenance, offers online vehicle repair estimates, ratings and reviews, a catalog of auto shops, expert opinions and mechanic advice. Consumer Reports specialists processed the received information, and on its basis determined how much it costs to replace specific parts on certain cars. And here are the results obtained.

Replacing the air conditioning compressor

• BMW 750Li: 4453 dollars

• Lexus GS450h: 3693 dollars

• Mercedes-Benz E400 for 3684 dollars

• Average cost: 1211 dollars

Replacing the generator

• Porsche Cayenne: 2810 dollars

• BMW M760i xDrive: 2669 dollars

• Average cost: 825 dollars

Replacing the fuel pump

• Lexus IS F: 3756 dollars

• Lexus LS460: 3705 dollars

• BMW M4: 3 589 dollars

• Average cost: 1135 dollars

Replacing the drive belt

• BMW X1: 541 dollars

• BMW i8: 481 dollars

• Average cost: 140 dollars

Replacing the starter

• Audi RS5: 2708 dollars

• Mercedes-AMG GL63: 2695 dollars

• Porsche Panamera: 1376 dollars

• Average cost: 630 dollars

Replacing the shock absorber or shock absorber strut

• Nissan GT-R: 5867 dollars

• Porsche Panamera: 4808 dollars

• Average cost: 937 dollars

Replacing the timing belt

• Audi RS6: 1545 dollars

• Audi S8: 1533 dollars

• Audi A8 Quattro: 1485 dollars

• Average cost: 679 dollars

Replacing the water pump

• Lexus RX 450h: 2749 dollars

• Nissan GT-R: 2340 dollars

• Audi RS7:2080 dollars

What is the conclusion from this? Consumer Reports gives several tips on this matter. First, owners of expensive-to-repair cars should get rid of their "iron horse" before the warranty service period expires. Second, buyers of such cars, on the contrary, should look for a vehicle that still has a warranty. Third, when buying a used premium car, it is better to have it thoroughly checked at an independent service station, and if faults are revealed, either refuse the deal altogether, or "beat down" the price with the seller. This also includes a detailed study of the car's service history so that subsequent repair and maintenance costs can be predicted. Finally, the used car being considered for purchase should be checked for the availability and cost of spare parts.