I got estimates from a reputable mid-priced independant car shop for three items below for my 2011 S R56. I used them before and they always do a great job, and are not known to rip people off, but this time these estimates caught my attention so I need a second set of eyes. Internet search is all over the place on these parts. I do not mind paying a little bit more for a great job but I do mind getting ripped off.

Thanks as always

 

That's a complete rip-off. Their parts are WAY overpriced and their labor cost for relatively simple repairs (especially #4) is ridiculous. Find someone else.

 

Yep, hey might be Genuine MINI parts for the cost. They look cost to most retails.

 

I've emailed 4 more shops for estimates. We'll see what they say. Thanks for the response.

The demand for everything is so high right now that companies can charge whatever they want.

 

HOLY CRAP! You do need some tools to do these jobs, but they are all fairly quick and straightforward. I did my left side axle in less than 30 minutes (R53, but I would imagine it's pretty similar). The right side I would gladly pay someone to do - it's no fun. Lots of tutorials out there if you think you might like to try some of this work on your own...

Sway bar end links...
https://www.pelicanparts.com/techart...eplacement.htm

 

300$ to do a swaybar endlink is OUTRAGEOUS. It's a 15min MAXIMUM Job with a 15$ part...my God those prices are crazy.