Dealerships cost way more, but either way, the mechanics I know all bill out at $75-100/hr., and that is in a very rural, lower cost of living, lower income area.

I don't know many parts that you can get for $100. I've got a new sensor on back-order for $450.

Everything is designed to be expensive and short-lived.

Also, $120k for an experienced, senior-level mechanic doesn't seem unreasonable to me based on current economics. I don't think entry-level mechanics are making anything close to that though.

Edit: but yes, it's all a racket. That part is obvious and true.

Dealerships cost way more, but either way, the mechanics I know all bill out at $75-100/hr., and that is in a very rural, lower cost of living, lower income area.

I don't know many parts that you can get for $100. I've got a new sensor on back-order for $450.

Everything is designed to be expensive and short-lived.

Also, $120k for an experienced, senior-level mechanic doesn't seem unreasonable to me based on current economics. I don't think entry-level mechanics are making anything close to that though.