 The big motor is fine, it's the little motors..., :( |
 Feb 12, 2004 - 2:15 PM
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Well, since I got the convertible 4 months ago, I've already had to spend 500 dollars to fix the passenger back window, which wouldn't go up or down anymore. This morning, my passenger side convert motor totally went out. ::sigh:: The toyota dealership said 321.00 for JUST the motor, god knows what else they'll have to replace. ::sigh:: Just when it was getting warmer too...
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Feb 12, 2004 - 3:32 PM
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 Administrator Joined Aug 23, '02 From Seattle, WA Currently Offline Reputation: 14 (100%) |
That's too bad.
I'd look for the motor in a junkyard somewhere, as you can often find parts much cheaper. My ignitor that I bought Tuesday was $361 at the Toyota dealer, but I got it for $71 used and tested from a reputable Toyota/Lexus parts place here in Washington.
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Feb 12, 2004 - 3:35 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Feb 10, '03 From Connecticut Currently Offline Reputation: 11 (100%) |
Dealerships are last resorts.
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Feb 12, 2004 - 3:41 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Aug 29, '02 From Lake Orion, MI Currently Offline Reputation: 6 (100%) |
let me quickly give a shout out to capitan obvious here. 
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mjcoury@gmail.com Team Reynolds Style Celica Blog Celica Wiki It will take him a moment to realize that he's about to make a 180 degree turn at speed, but you will be ready for it. Brace for the g's, and fast heel-toe work. |
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Feb 12, 2004 - 4:04 PM
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Administrator Joined Aug 23, '02 From Seattle, WA Currently Offline Reputation: 14 (100%) |
Mike, there's no need to be rude. Some people don't know this. That's why they're here...so that they can learn. 
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Feb 12, 2004 - 4:41 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined May 17, '03 From Ontario, Canada Currently Offline Reputation: 1 (100%) |
not true, some things like rotors are a deal at the dealerships, batteries are very reasonable too. Never hurts to take 2 mins and call first. |
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Feb 12, 2004 - 5:08 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 8, '04 From LA Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
Yeah, I went to the dealership because I was actually next door at a store, thats all. They were like: We can order it today! and I was like: uhh.. no.
Plus, it never hurts to know the dealerships price on something, in case a shop tried to screw you |
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Feb 20, 2004 - 12:22 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Apr 15, '03 From San Jose, CA, USA Currently Offline Reputation: 1 (100%) |
and dealerships are great for getting estimates and toyota parts from insurance claims instead of shady after market crap.
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Feb 20, 2004 - 2:50 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Sep 25, '03 From cranston RI Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
when my motor died in my lebaron convertible, it was like $150 for a new one... i said **** it...
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Feb 20, 2004 - 3:07 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Dec 26, '02 From Alabama Currently Offline Reputation: 2 (100%) |
go to www.taprecycling.com and see if they can help you. If not, www.car-part.com
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