Suspension bush price differences

[msmicksmith]

Can anyone shed any light on this for me please?

 

I bought the rear anti roll bar bushes from my local Jaguar dealer in Peterborough yesterday for £6.50 each.

The front ones aren't in stock but are priced at a shade over £30 each!! Why is this??

 

Given that they are virtually identical in shape and size, why the cost difference? The part numbers are indeed different, but I can see no obvious reason for the price.

 

I've had a look on some pattern part websites and they also show a vast difference in price between front and rear. I don't want to fit pattern parts. I favour genuine parts every time, but I'll settle for a quality set of patterns as the price is just ludicrous.

 

[Old Peter]

Hi Mick,

 

I think the reason for the price difference is because the front ones are often the first to need replacing.  It is all about making money.

 

Regards

 

Peter.

[msmicksmith]

Thanks Peter, that is logical.

I just found a pair on eBay from Kent Jaguar. Genuine pair of fronts for £30 delivered. Needless to say, they are now sold ;-)