Hi all... I hate these situations. I'm new to LA and don't have a mechanic lined up yet. Of course, the car died in traffic - acting like it ran out of fuel, but the tank is half full.

I had it towed to an independent with "decent" reviews on Yelp. He's telling me the fuel pump is out, $650 to replace.

Questions:

1) Is it reasonable for the fuel pump to go out on this car at 104k miles? I really thought he was going to come back and tell me it was the crank shaft sensor.

2) Is $650 reasonable for this repair in the SoCal area?

3) Anything to ask or confirm before letting them go ahead with the repair?

Thanks everyone!

Craig

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Craig

2011 e350 Wagon < Grey on Grey/Brown. I kind of think I'm cool driving around in this thing, but I know I'm wrong.
2007 e350 4Matic Wagon < Black on Black
2003 e320 Wagon < Black on Oyster. Dog Hauler. Replaced at 170k. Great car!
1990 300SE, Black on Black < Totalled
1991 560SEL, Black on Black < Current, sits around a lot
1972 280SL < Sold, but not forgotten.
1972 280SEL 4.5 < Gorgeous car. Lost to a freak accident.
1985 300TD < "Merzilla". Put 300k on her.