Today I had my MPS 6 booked in to have Bilsteins fitted. I got a call to tell me that they were unable to replace the rears because the subframe would need dropping, and it would cost considerably more than the original quote.
Whilst inspecting the underside of the car, I noticed that the rear diff was leaking, and the sway bar bushes needed replacing. I decided to go to Mazda to get a price as I am also due for a 120,000km service. I was quoted around $1800 from memory (had alot of thoughts running through my head) for the labour in fitting rear shocks, replacing a diff seal and the sway bar bushes, and the service (including new diff oil). Seems like alot to me.
Does anyone have any idea what I can do in the Newcastle - Hunter area? If I save alot I might even travel to Sydney.