Just bought a nice 1987 560sl. I am unsure if the chain has ever been replaced and wanted to consider doing so as a preventative.



I was quoted $1,795 for new chain, tensioner, guide rails, and valve cover gaskets including labor. All OEM Parts. (Labor $845, parts $826)


This seems high. I understand the need for OEM tensioner, is it necessary to use OEM for chain and guides?

What type of prices are others seeing?

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