Lupo 1.4 Gearbox Removal. Engine Out?

[catman]

Hi all, My Son's Girlfriend has just had a gearbox changed by a garage that was recommended by her friend.

She supplied the replacement gearbox, so the garage was just charging for labour.

I think that the bill she got was way too high, so I was wondering whether the garage would have had to remove the engine as it's a small car, or can it be done in situ?

Thanks

Tim

[shtu]

Have a read of

http://forums.clublupo.co.uk/index.php?/topic/4181...

[catman]

Hi Shtu, thanks for the link. We've since found out that they have fitted a clutch too, without asking!

This would explain the high bill, but leaves me wondering whether they screwed up the original diagnosis of a dodgy gearbox.

Thanks

Tim

[t400ble]

Did she not ask for a price prior?

[catman]

Clearly not. As her best friend's Boyfriend works there, I guess that she felt that she would be looked after.

I don't think that a lot of women would ask the questions that men do. I have a great mechanic who I've known for years, but I would still get an estimate if I wanted something done.

Tim