How Much will it Cost to get the timing chain done?

[IBN]

Hi All

I posted a question about possible faults with a 2004 C180 that I may be buying. Grober was kind enough to respond and he said that there was a potential Timing Chain issue on higher mileage cars.

With this in mind, I have confirmed with the vendor that the car hasn't had the timing chain done.

As I am still negotiating the price, could someone give me an idea of the cost of having the Timing Chain done, so I can take this into account when making my offer.

It would be useful to know both dealer and indie prices.

Thanks
Ian

 

[geraldrobins]

Probably more the the car is worth in my opinion. From previous posts its about 2k at MB and 1k maybe at a specialist.

 

[Mercland]

Using new and improved camshaft gears and chain it comes to around 1500 with us.

 

[219]

Or if you want to DIY , ECP will sell you a chain for around £100 , or a kit ( presumably chain , tensioner and a few other bits , but website doesn't say ) for around £300 .

 

[wu56Shoozz]

I wouldn't use ECP parts on this particular occasion Derek, ECP have been known to use inferior parts leading to catastrophic failures.. its well documented on both BM wotist forums and Merc..

I personally would bite the bullet on MB chains etc and this is because if it fails again with in the warranty period MB will repair & replace the parts, this may mean in certain cases a new engine.. I have a friend that has already been through this with a satisfactory outcome over a long period...

 

[rorf]

First thing - what is the mileage and service history of the car? If low kms then it certainly will not need a timing chain.