If you are dealing with a blown head gasket in your auto, then you may find yourself wondering how much it will cost to repair and whether it is even worth it. This is just one of the many repairs ...

We surveyed mechanics from around the country to get accurate, real-world estimates for how much you can expect to pay when a head gasket goes bad, and the results were higher than we were expecting.

Q: I have a 2007 Subaru Forester with about 170,000 miles. It runs and performs well. No major problems, but now it is using about 1/4 to 1/2 cup of antifreeze every five or six days. No sign of ...