[RobertRichy]

I've talked to a few local shops and have received quotes from $150 up to $350. The difference appears to be regarding them having to drop the sub frame. I recall reading somewhere on here that the sub frame drop is not required. (maybe just for non Xdrives?)

Any Xdrive guys/gals share their experience and what you paid?

Thanks

[RobertRichy]

Anyone?

[HooDat]

All the places I've contacted i received a quote around 275-350. Also I believe subframe does have to be dropped for XI. Not 100% sure but pretty sure haha.

[DoctoRx]

Got mine for $250 - added a FMIC in for an extra $1000

[Bladerunner]

$250 is average and dropping the subframe is recommended, if you look at it from underneath you will see what a pain it will be to do without dropping.

[RobertRichy]

Thanks guys. I had a "reputable shop" in town quote $700! That's nuts.

[Sidewinderpb]

Yeah it's not an easy job; I've done it myself a few times. $250-$350 sounds about right.

[HouseN54]

DIY=free and a good learning experience. It's not hard at all just tedious. Get the right tools and you'll be golden. A novice could do it in 4-5 hours if they stopped for beer.

[adidoman]

Subframe HAS to be dropped. If you look there isn't any clearance otherwise. And I personally thought dropping the subframe really wasn't that bad, removing the stock downpipes was worse

[pnastyFL]

quoted 200$, when they realized the extra work since its xi they said it would be another hour labor so i got out around 300$. I wasn't upset about it because I didn't mention the X Drive part and I was expecting the call

[MisterPierce]

My shop was $120/hr for 3 hrs

[msabiha2003]

I did mine for $175.00 and had to drop the sub frame few inches. its N55

[RobertRichy]

Thanks everybody. I've decided on a shop that quoted me $175. That being said I won't be mad if I get a call telling me it's going be a few bucks more once they realize the sub frame has to dropped. I'm excited to get the DP'd done change my Cobb map to stage 2.

[pnastyFL]

Originally Posted by RobertRichy

Thanks everybody. I've decided on a shop that quoted me $175. That being said I won't be mad if I get a call telling me it's going be a few bucks more once they realize the sub frame has to dropped. I'm excited to get the DP'd done change my Cobb map to stage 2.

DP made me fall in love with my car again you're going to love it... but now after a few months I'm bored again, looking at meth or upgraded turbo. BMW hurts my wallet