Worth Repairing or should I cut my losses?

2014 FORD FOCUS
105,000 MILES • AUTOMATIC
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CHRIS DONOHUE
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It was recently in a crash. I got scammed from a mechanic who fixed it for $2,150.00. Car now steers hard and has "Hill start assist not available" on the dash. I took it to a Ford Dealer and they did a Diagnostic.

Steering Gear Assembly damaged. Front Subframe Bent. Needs all steering gear hardware, 2 outer tie rods. - $3,321.85

4 Wheel Alignment -$119.95

Recommended: 2 Lower Control Arms Bushings torn and damaged. -$641.14

Recommended: 2 front struts possibly bent -$890.42

Total: 3,441.80-$4,973.36

I'm not good with cars, is this a good estimate for the repairs? Or should I try and go get it fixed somewhere else.

Also, is it even worth getting fixed? Should I invest in a new car instead. I know the Used Car Market is up 40%, but I also already spent $2,150.00 trying to repair the car.

Any advise would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Sep 24, 2021 at 3:32 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

If all of those things need to be repaired, you are going to have a lot of money in it regardless. However, a dealership is usually is one of the higher charging repair facilities.

Now, here is what I suggest: Go to kbb.com. See what your vehicle is worth in good condition. Compare its value to the estimate. If the estimate exceeds the value, I would likely not fix it. If the vehicle is worth a lot more than repairs, I would fix it. At least if it is fixed, you could sell it.

Let me know if you have other questions or need help in any way.

Take care,

Joe
Sep 24, 2021 at 7:57 PM
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