2003 Buick Century control arm

2003 BUICK CENTURY
89,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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HATFIELD2009
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we were told the rr control arm to front of car was bent. How serious is this? The price is quoted $200.
Jan 17, 2009 at 9:48 AM
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[quote:39cbb5163e="hatfield2009"]Suspension problem
2003 Buick Century 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 89000 miles

we were told the rr control arm to front of car was bent. How serious is this? The price is quoted $200.[/quote:39cbb5163e]

Hello,

The front Lower Control Arm being bent will cause drivability problem as far as Alignment, the car will pull to that side. It will also cause excessive tire wear. The price quote sound good.

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Jan 17, 2009 at 10:00 AM
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