Q: I think I may need new engine mounts. Would that cost a lot and are the parts good quality? Also, I d

asked by on September 16, 2016

Struts: the car wobbles when I brake and it rattles when I drive at slow speeds. Motor mounts: A friend said to get it checked because when I accelerate, there's a lot of rise with the engine.

My car has 160000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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