My Buick is running fine at 244,000 after replacing the water pump. Pump was $36. Installation by a mechanic was $200! I discovered my model requires removal of an engine mount and the power steering pump in order to replace the water pump or even the serpentine belt.That was more than I felt comfortable doing.Gas mileage in the mid to high 20s with plenty of steel and an airbag.
“My Buick is running fine at 244,000 after replacing the water pump. Pump was $36. Installation by a mechanic was $200!”
That might seem like an expensive repair (actually, not that bad compared to many I’ve seen), but it’s not even one monthly payment for all but the cheapest of new cars.