318ti Head Gasket

Tiny
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I have a 1998 BMW 318ti with 200,000+ miles on it, and the repair shop is just about to replace the radiator for the third time in about three months. They are going to do an engine pressure test and suspect a blown head gasket. How much should it cost to replace the the head gasket on this car?

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Wednesday, October 17th, 2007 AT 6:08 PM

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Tiny
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Send the vehicle identification number please
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Wednesday, October 17th, 2007 AT 9:06 PM
Tiny
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The VIN is WBACG8330WKC84790.

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Wednesday, October 17th, 2007 AT 9:16 PM
Tiny
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BMW says 9 hours to replace the head gasket.
Also, pressure test the head if it is removed.
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Thursday, October 18th, 2007 AT 11:28 AM
Tiny
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Thanks very much! At least that gives me a baseline.
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Thursday, October 18th, 2007 AT 12:58 PM

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