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About This Quiz
Racers! Start your engines!
Hey, you over there, why won't your engine start? Something's wrong. That's going to cost you! But, do you know how much? Even though you may be a car expert, knowing the price of car parts is a completely different race! Why not take up the challenge and put your overall knowledge to the test.
So, what would an oil filter on a 2007 Saturn Outlook cost? What about a restored Ford Thunderbird from the 1950s? Would you by know how much a fuel tank for one of those classics will set your restoration budget back? Or a catalytic converter for a 2003 Dodge Durango? Finally, how about an engine gasket set for a 1969 Dodge Power Wagon?
Rest assured, this quiz is going to test your knowledge of cars, their parts and prices to the absolute limit. That said, as a car aficionado, there is no doubt that a little bit of thinking can get you off the starting line, tires squealing and into the lead. And you certainly are an aficionado, right?
So what are you waiting for? Get behind the wheel, turn the key and go, go, go! Aim for the checkered flag; aim for the win. You got this!
How much will the front brake pads for a 2016 Ford Focus cost?
$500 to $750
$750 to $1,000
$50 to $75
Surprisingly, front brake pads are not that expensive. Shop around a bit and you could even get a better deal.
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The diesel injector pump on your 2017 Ford pickup has failed. To replace this will cost approximately?
Around $100
Around $250
Around $1,300
This critical component pumps diesel into cylinders of a diesel engine.
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While restoring a 1969 Dodge Power Wagon you find that you have to replace the engine gaskets. How much will a set cost you?
$180 to $200
Although restorations can be a costly business, gaskets sets won't eat into your budget too much.
$3.50
$999
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The oxygen sensor for a 2017 Ford Fusion 1.5-liter engine costs?
Around $300
$1
Around $75
This helps to monitor the fuel mixture by measuring how much oxygen is left unburnt in the engine. Too much oxygen and the engine is running lean, too little and it's running rich.
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A Brembo 4-piston front caliper brake rotor set for a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro costs around?
$220 - $240
Of course, brakes are an important part of any car and your safety. Any problems or wear and tear to the various parts making up the braking system means that they should be replaced as soon as possible.
$10 - $15
$9,999
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The ignition coil on a 2005 Buick LeSabre costs around?
50 cents
$1 to $2
$25 to $30
The ignition coil plays an essential part in starting the car's engine by helping to transfer power to it and creating the spark in the spark plugs which begins the entire process.
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The AC compressor on your 2009 Buick Enclave needs to be replaced? How much will this cost?
$180 to $200
A critical part of the air-conditioning system on a vehicle, the AC compressor pumps coolant through the system.
$10
$999
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The oil filter for a 2007 Saturn Outlook costs around?
$600
$25
An essential part of keeping the oil in your car engine clean, oil filters should be replaced often. This is generally done each time your car is serviced.
$1,000
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A catalytic converter for a 2003 Dodge Durango (3.8-liter engine) will cost _____ to replace.
Around $270
The catalytic converter ensures the emissions from your vehicle are within the limits required by law. If it is no longer working properly, it should be replaced immediately.
Around $10
Around $15,000
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A new rack and pinion set for a classic 1964 Ford Mustang will cost?
$10,000
$9
$400 to $500
Depending on the type of car you need it for, a rack and pinion set won't cost an arm and a leg. If this is damaged, best replace it as soon as possible as it deals directly with the steering of the car.
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BMW parts can be expensive. What will a fuel pump for a 2014 320i set you back?
Around $650
With a faulty fuel pump, your car just won't go. It is tasked with pumping fuel from the tank to the engine.
Around $100
Around $2,000
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Your local mechanic tells you that you need to replace your rear brake discs on your 2016 Ford Focus. How much will that set you back?
$300 - $500
$45 - $60
One might expect rear brake sets to be more expensive than those on the front of the car. That is certainly not the case here.
$200 - $300
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When restoring a 1950 Chevrolet pickup, you find it needs a new cylinder head gasket set. This will cost around ____?
$800
$160
Restorations are costly. Luckily, finding a gasket set for older cars is simple. And it doesn't cost too much either.
$3,50
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A 2017 Ford Escape turbocharger costs?
Around $1,100
A turbocharger is a performance part. Using exhaust gases, it pushes more air into the engine which burns more fuel and increases performance.
Around $200
Around $99
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You need to replace the right front drive axle on your 2015 Cadillac Escalade. How much can you expect to pay?
$6,000 - $6,005
$125 to $150
A damaged axle means a rough ride. In fact, should it be worn or damaged enough, it can literally stop your wheels turning. Luckily, should you be experiencing axle problems, they are not too expensive to replace on most makes of cars.
$10 - $15
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You need to replace the electric power steering rack on your 2016 Ford Focus. How much can you expect to pay?
$800
Power steering racks are extremely important and should be checked out and replaced if in poor condition.
$50
$120
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A starter for a 3.6-liter motor on a 2009 Buick Enclave costs around ______ to replace?
$100
$800
$265 to $300
A faulty starter motor simply means you have very little hope of getting your car running. It should be replaced as soon as it starts acting up.
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Replacing the air filter for a 2014 Acura ILX 2.4-liter engine costs around?
$75 to $85
A car engine relies on air to run. An air filter ensures that this air is clean and free from any debris that might harm the engine.
$5 to $35
$2,010 to $2,012
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Replacing the turbocharger on your 2016 Ford Focus ST will cost you approximately how much?
$550 to $650
The Ford Focus ST model is the high-performance model in the Focus range. To achieve this performance, it makes use of a turbocharger which, when it breaks or fails, can be costly to repair.
$60 to $65
$120 - $125
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While restoring a classic 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air, you find the fuel tank rusted. It will need to be replaced but at what cost?
$260 - $280
Restorying cars can be expensive. Luckily, in this case, a modern fuel tank especially made for the vehicle need not break the bank.
$5,000
$9
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The wheel hub assembly on the standard 2016 Ford Focus costs?
$140 to $160
Depending on the model of car in the same range, a wheel hub assembly can vary in price. Luckily, it's not something that needs to be replaced unless perhaps damaged in an accident.
$2,000 - $2,010
$3,600 - $3,700
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A 2012 Mercedes Benz C63 navigation unit will set you back?
More than $2,500
More and more vehicles are launched with navigation systems as standard. When these go wrong, they are costly to replace.
$100 to $110
$50 - $75
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Your 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4-liter has been having starting problems. This is because the alternator needs to be replaced since it does not charge the battery. How much will it cost?
$15,000
$49
$260 to $300
Alternators can give trouble from time to time. They are an essential part of the electrical system on your car. One of its functions is to ensure the battery remains charged. Luckily, if something goes wrong, it is not too expensive to replace.
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The power steering pump for a 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan costs around _____ to replace?
$999
$19
$125
Back in the day, power steering was something that only luxury models featured. Nowadays, when power steering systems fail, we wonder how we operated without them. They just make life so much easier.
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Replacing the control arm on a 2015 Dodge Charger will cost _______?
Around $100
The control arm is a critical part of the suspension setup in a car. It links the chassis to the suspension. If it is in any way damaged, it should be replaced.
Around $900
Around $1,300
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When restoring a 1950 Chevrolet pickup, you find it needs a new gasket set. How much will that take out of your restoration budget?
Around $100
Although restorations can be a costly business, gaskets sets won't eat into your budget too much.
Just $2
$999. That can't be right, can it?
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Shock absorbers for a 2016 Volkswagen Golf cost around ____ each.
$450
$600
$90
Another important part of a car's suspension system, a bouncy, undulating ride is a sure sign that your shock absorbers need replacing.
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An intercooler for a 2014 Cadillac ATS will set you back _____?
Around $250
This part is found in engines with turbo or superchargers. Its main focus is to cool air that the turbocharger pushes into the engine, thereby increasing its density.
Around $9,99
Around $9,000
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A front brake rotor for a 2018 Toyota 86 will cost around _____?
$471.50
$65
Of course, brakes are an important part of any car and your safety. Any problems or wear and tear to the various parts making up the braking system means that they should be replaced as soon as possible.
$1.50
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A rear brake drum for a 1975 BMW 2002 costs?
$125
As soon as you find anything wrong with the brakes on your vehicle, be it a modern car or even an older model, have it checked out and fixed immediately. Your life depends on it.
$456.78
$1,001
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The 2017 Audi A4 is a beautiful car. How much will an oxygen sensor cost to replace on a 2-liter engine?
$900
$567.90
$155
This helps to monitor the fuel mixture by measuring oxygen left unburnt in the engine. Too much oxygen and the engine is running lean, too little and it's running rich.
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The fuel pump assembly for a 2016 BMW Gran Coupe 640i costs?
$9,999
$1,100
When a fuel pump breaks down, your car simply won't go anywhere as it pumps fuel from the tank to the engine.
$59
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A blower motor on a 2011 Buick LaCrosse will set you back around?
$150
A blower motor is responsible for pushing cold or hot air, depending on your preference, through the car's vents and into the cabin.
$9,91
$5,000
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The ignition coil in your 2011 Chevrolet Aveo has failed. What will it cost to replace?
Around $100
The ignition coil plays an essential part in starting the car's engine by helping to transfer power to it and creating the spark in the spark plugs which begins the entire process.
Around $10
$1,000. That can't be right!
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An air filter for a 2011 Mazda 2 costs around ____?
$451.19
$1,500
$80
An air filter ensures that this air is clean and free from any debris that might harm the engine. Air is critical for an engine to run properly.
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