How much extra did the stainless steel one cost (percentage wise, given how long ago it was, and manufacturing techniques have probably lowered the cost since then, taking inflation into account) over a standard one? Not that my 13yo Mazda needs one at the moment - just useful information for future reference (assuming we're not all driving fuel cell or EV cars by then!
Can't answer for JohnF obviously, but we had a CAT back stainless system made and fitted by MIJ Walsall on the now sold Outback H6, they did a decent quality job too, lifetime warranty, £299 all in, no one within the 75 mile distance to them came within even twice the price..
A new aftermarket was no good for the model cos trick by-pass silencer valving on the 6 pot, and OE was around £1000, no brainer.
I would recommend the Walsall crew, but if you considered going there make it a summer job because you will be there a long time, they don't take a deposit and probably from what i could see booked too many people in, understandable as they no doubt get no shows, and with staff and premises to pay for. The saving was worth the long day but suggest you plan shopping or cinema or some such activity to fill the 6 or more hours you might be there if you travelled far.
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