Update on running costs
04-08-2019, 02:42 AM
#1
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Update on running costs
Just a FWIW, at 120K miles (2010 C4S PDK) I had my first failure. The hazards wouldn't turn off. That went beyond my schematics and I was due for a PDK service.
So it was time for my first trip to my local Indie. I knew my front diff seals were seeping as well. What I didn't realize was I had four torn CV boots and cracked front strut mounts (apparently something that the AWD cars are more prone to).
So everything has been handled although I still need to find time in between house projects to flush the brakes (% water still low enough but timed out).
So my running expenses took a leap last week.
Yesterday I updated the car's records and calculated running costs for all parts & maintenance & labor (insurance, registration, and gas are not included). I'm now at 13.4 cents per mile (see the attached). Not too bad IMHO.
So it was time for my first trip to my local Indie. I knew my front diff seals were seeping as well. What I didn't realize was I had four torn CV boots and cracked front strut mounts (apparently something that the AWD cars are more prone to).
So everything has been handled although I still need to find time in between house projects to flush the brakes (% water still low enough but timed out).
So my running expenses took a leap last week.
Yesterday I updated the car's records and calculated running costs for all parts & maintenance & labor (insurance, registration, and gas are not included). I'm now at 13.4 cents per mile (see the attached). Not too bad IMHO.
04-08-2019, 10:50 AM
#2
Three Wheelin'
That is excellent for such a nice ride. I have found that actual failures on these cars are quite low. Most money spent is on upgrades and preventative maintenance items. I am happy to do both as I love to tinker on my car and the last thing I want is a water pump to go out in a tiny one horse Texas town that is too far away from a dealer to replace.