So I called up Subaru over here to ask the price of the hood and trunk struts and got quoted as 98.56 each for the front, and 58.27 each for the rear.
Thats about 300 just for gas shocks to keep my hood and trunk supported up.
Then I said "I work for Toyota (same town), can you work with me on a price?"
He said yes, but to my surprise he offered 20% off
I think I'll save this for my wheel bearings or axles when I need them.
Or maybe,
MAYBE when I'm ready we could do a small group buy of smal odds and ends we need and I'll buy in bulk for all of us.
Keep in mind this is a huge maybe cause we will have to figure the cost of things we want to buy at the normal discount being offered as well as a bulk buy discount if applicable, as well as shipping to your location.
I'll keep you all informed in the future.
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