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tonita

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Feb 21, 2022, 1:26:33 PM2/21/22
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I was quoted about $600 (approximate) for rear brakes with calipers. Does this seem right for a 2013 Sonata?

Michael Trew

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Feb 21, 2022, 5:25:03 PM2/21/22
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On 2/21/2022 13:26, tonita wrote:
> I was quoted about $600 (approximate) for rear brakes with calipers. Does this seem right for a 2013 Sonata?

Yes, if you went to a chain shop. Many chain shops like Monroe will
charge similar prices. One recently quoted me $350-400 (I don't
remember the exact figure), to ONLY replace the rear rotors and pads,
not the calipers. One caliper slide pin was bent/stuck, and it was
causing the other side to wear. They said they could fix that up at the
same time, included.

Go to a local brakes or exhaust shop and save money. If there's a fair
wait for them to see your car, you usually know you've found a good
place. I have an old-school exhaust shop near me that will do brake
work, and sometimes you have to wait weeks to be seen, but they might
quote almost half of the price that Monroe charges.

tonita

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Feb 21, 2022, 6:33:18 PM2/21/22
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Hi Michael, this garage is my regular mechanic. Mom and Pop business, well established with good reviews.

Paul in Houston TX

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Feb 21, 2022, 11:16:39 PM2/21/22
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tonita wrote:
> I was quoted about $600 (approximate) for rear brakes with calipers. Does this seem right for a 2013 Sonata?

IMO, it's reasonable assuming they will replace the rotors along with
the calipers.

Michael Trew

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Feb 23, 2022, 1:50:21 AM2/23/22
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If they've done good work for you before, and they are replacing the
rear rotors, calipers, and pads, the price that you quoted seems to be
fair/average.

tonita

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Feb 23, 2022, 12:48:53 PM2/23/22
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Thanks everyone for responding. I've had the same guy work on my car for several years now and I've come to trust him but with a costly quote like this I like to get other opinions. Thanks again.




On Monday, February 21, 2022 at 5:25:03 PM UTC-5, Michael Trew wrote:

Ed Pawlowski

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Feb 23, 2022, 7:12:38 PM2/23/22
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Mine charged $200. That is a crazy price but some shops get it. Shop
around or find the local shade tree mechanic that wants to make a couple
of bucks. it is not a difficult job.

Ed Pawlowski

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Feb 23, 2022, 7:13:31 PM2/23/22
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But do the calipers need replacing?

Paul in Houston TX

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Feb 23, 2022, 8:47:30 PM2/23/22
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True. May just need slides.
Don't know the op's environment though.

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