💰The repairs on my Cadillac, Buick, and Ford F-150 Raptor turned out to be more extensive and expensive than expected.
🚗The Cadillac required repairs on the power steering pump, alternator, AC compressor, tensioner, and pulley.
🔧The Buick needed a mass airflow sensor replacement and suspension repairs.
🔥The Ford F-150 Raptor had exhaust leaks, suspension issues, and broken studs on the manifold.
✅All three cars have custom features, such as door poppers and a camera system.
What caused the high repair costs on your cars?
—The extensive repairs required on multiple components of the Cadillac, Buick, and Ford F-150 Raptor, along with additional complications, led to the unexpectedly high costs.
What were the specific issues with each car?
—The Cadillac needed repairs on the power steering pump, alternator, AC compressor, tensioner, and pulley. The Buick required a mass airflow sensor replacement and suspension repairs. The Ford F-150 Raptor had exhaust leaks, suspension issues, and broken studs on the manifold.
Did the repairs on your cars include any custom features?
—Yes, all three cars have custom features. The Cadillac and Buick have door poppers, while the Cadillac also has a camera system with side-view mirrors incorporated into the rearview mirror.
Was the higher bill a result of labor costs, parts, or both?
—The higher bill was a result of both labor costs and parts. The extensive repairs required significant labor, and the replacement of multiple components added to the overall costs.
Were there any other complications or surprises during the repair process?
—Additional complications included broken studs on the Ford F-150 Raptor's manifold and the discovery of multiple faulty components on the Cadillac and Buick. These complications further contributed to the higher repair costs.
00:00In this video, I visit the car wizard to pick up my cars but end up with an unexpectedly high bill.
01:03The repairs on my Cadillac, Buick, and Ford F-150 Raptor turned out to be more extensive and expensive than expected.
01:28The Cadillac required work on the power steering pump, alternator, AC compressor, tensioner, and pulley.
03:39The Buick needed a mass airflow sensor replacement and suspension repairs.
05:57The Ford F-150 Raptor had exhaust leaks, suspension issues, and broken studs on the manifold.
09:57All three cars have custom features, such as door poppers and a camera system.
