1997 BMW Z3 serpentine belt

1997 BMW Z3
97,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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TEEDIE
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is the serpentine belt which runs around alternator also the same which goes around AC....i know it is very long....

what if a mechanic puts on 2 separate belts instead of the long one???

how could replacing these two belts cost over $80.00 just for the belts (not labor)?
thanks
Jan 5, 2009 at 12:29 AM
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DOCHAGERTY
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The A/C belt and the alternator/power steering pump/water pump belt are two seperate belts. The cost of these belts is determined by the margin of profit the garage makes. If you price the belts at a parts house, they will most certainly be less expensive. The downside of a free market economy is that there are repair shops out there that are only in it for the $$$$$$$$$ and thats all I have to say about that.
Jan 5, 2009 at 3:55 AM
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