Hi

 

The rear left damper on my Superb Mk3 (17 plate, 73k miles) is leaking.Was quoted by Skoda £550 to replace both rear ones, is this reasonable?

Aswell labour cost is higher on the left damper than the right one and they wouldn't tell me why :)

 

Thanks

18 minutes ago, lspr99 said:

 

Aswell labour cost is higher on the left damper than the right one and they wouldn't tell me why

Maybe their mechanic is right handed...

 

Before going full speed ahead, unless you are sure (did you check yourself?), go to another place that does MOTs and ask them for their opinion if the shock absorber is really leaking (MOT fail) or simply misted (a symptom sometimes seen, but not an MOT fail).

 

I just got a quote for changing 2 rear shockers including the bump stops and dust covers (which are usually extra cost items) for £216 from an independent specialist using bilstein shocks. On a 2011 Octavia estate so not necessarily comparable though both have independent rear suspensions.

 

Phone around and compare prices, some garages will price match. Beware to compare like for like, ask exactly what they would change, what brand/quality the parts are and what warranty they will give. Skoda may offer a 2 year warranty or maybe only 6months/6500 mile which is their new car warranty for shock absorbers. Ask.

 

Many towns have independents specialising in German makes which is often the best option in my experience. Long lead times at many good garages though at the moment.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2 hours ago, lspr99 said:

rear left damper on my Superb Mk3 (17 plate, 73k miles) is leaking.

Wipe the damper, and see if the oil reappears in a month or so. If it does, get a quote from an Indy, then make their receptionist's week, by saying what the main stealer quoted.

Edited 23 July, 20214 yr by KenONeill

3 hours ago, lspr99 said:

Aswell labour cost is higher on the left damper than the right one and they wouldn't tell me why

 

 

It is further to walk from the drivers seat.

21 minutes ago, J.R. said:

 

It is further to walk from the drivers seat.

could be

 

Thanks for your help

 

Will try to clean it and see what happens and get some quotes next week.👍