How serious is a cracked exhaust manifold? What happens if not repaired?

2007 CHEVROLET COBALT
66,000 MILES
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JAF928
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I just bought a this used vehicle from my neighbor last week. Within 2 days the engine light came on, so I took it to the repair shop in my neighborhood. They diagnosed the problem as a cracked exhaust manifold and told me it will cost $948 to fix. what can I do?
Sep 10, 2011 at 5:13 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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It needs to be repaired. However, I don't know where you live, but that is extremely expensive for a manifold. I would get a second opinion. Also, you can get a used one from a salvage yard for much cheaper.
Sep 10, 2011 at 5:16 PM
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FACTORYJACK
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The reason for the expense, is that it probably has a precatalyst attached to it.
Sep 10, 2011 at 5:32 PM
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SATURNTECH9
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Just to add to this one i have a estimate in southern california of 261-371 for my zip code.
Sep 10, 2011 at 7:35 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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That sound more like it.
Sep 10, 2011 at 7:38 PM
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