I would spend $50 to buy a book that was a long list of average total parts replacement cost for every USA sold vehicle over a 200,000 mile life.
I might pay more.
I would not pay $5000 to hear a young female pop singer give a concert, but I am amazed how many will.
I am about to go to a dentist where I am certain it will cost more than it used to, and I am amazed at the waiting list times even to get an appointment.
My wife had a root canal 8 years ago, $1300 out the door. She is scheduled for another at the end of next month. $3200 out the door. Be sitting down when they give you the bill.