# GMC repair; $85 to walk in the door

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**Category:** Miscellaneous and Personal Stuff I Must Share\
**Created:** [June 24, 2008, 3:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/gmc-repair-85-to-walk-in-the-door/454059 "2008-06-24T15:15:22Z")\
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**Post date:** [June 26, 2008, 1:54am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/gmc-repair-85-to-walk-in-the-door/454059/21 "2008-06-26T01:54:53Z")

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I called my regular mechanic when the dealer quoted me $700. I suppose that’s an excellent reason for the diagnostic fee, charged only if I elect not to have the work done.  
My guy said the quote wasn’t bad; he hadn’t charged me anything since he couldn’t fix it, even gave me an oil change. He has a diagnostic device, too. Is the dealer’s custom made for a Pontiac, or are there guys better?

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