If you need the car and can't afford to just buy a new one, I wouldn't fuck around and risk the timing chain breaking.
It's just gone up to £2k as they've found some other issues inc rear calliper . Bleugh.
That's shit.
But depending on the issue you may be able to do that yourself or hold on it. My understanding is things connected to timing chains/belts shouldn't be risked.
Main dealer or specialist?
Is the engine light still on?
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If you need the car and can't afford to just buy a new one, I wouldn't fuck around and risk the timing chain breaking.