MkII Power-steering repair costs

Hi, this is my first post here! I’ve just been quoted c. £400 for repairing my power steering. They’ve told me that basically all the pipes are gone. I knew at least one was, as refilling the fluid only restored power steering for about five minutes (plus I could see the leaked fluid under the car; couldn’t actually locate the leak tho’). Is this a reasonable quote? I’m only really asking 'cause right now I can’t afford that much, and I need to consider shopping around for a cheaper alternative… if that’s viable/likely? Thanks, Sebastian

Find out exactly which component, or plural have actually failed.
There’s metal ones known to corrode, and rubber ones.
Then call them.
http://www.findglocal.com/GB/Oakham/105711580882219/Prestige-Spares-Uk
£400.00?
Can’t say it’s steep or whatever but if Prestige can sell you a complete used G’teed kit, it may save a bunch in parts if not labour.

Hi Seb. It might be worth pricing the pipes you need from MX5 parts on here,then factoring in a couple of hours labour at garage rates. Not too difficult a job,especially if you have access to ramps or a pit. Good luck

Thanks for the feedback guys