So I'm purchasing a used heater core for $35, and my mechanic is charging $280 to install it. Is that a good price?

 

Depending on where you live charges can be between $75 and $125 an hour.There is a lot envolved in replacing a core.

 

Yea around my area we pay like 80 an hour.

 

checking repair pal, in Hemet Ca. Dealership charges (767-1085) 565-720 labor, 202-365 parts. I got to change a heater core on a 94 escort, 6.25 hrs. it was not a fun job. I got a new core, not a used one. didn't want to replace it again.

 

Wow!