AFS repair

I think they classify it as a B2 level repair. I just got my 70-200 back from warranty repair, AF was NG, they repaired that, the VR, adjusted everything and made a mod to elec component all under a B2. This was under warranty, but Melville's B2 repairs usually run $279 plus tax and shipping.

 

Warren give KEH in Atlanta a call, They should be able to give you a more reasonable repair cost then Nikon.
My personal dealings so far with Keh has been limited to buying and selling. They also do a lot of out of warranty repair work and the feedback that I have heard is positive.

 

SWM Motor repair for the 28-70 2.8 AF-S was quoted at $629 when I had it replaced under warranty.

 

OMG! Can that really be? Half the cost of a new lens?  I'll be sending in my 300mm f4 for this repair with a squeaky AF. I'll let everyone know the cost.

 

It shouldn't be that much. I had mine (17-35) repaired for a little over $300. You can actually call Nikon and they will give you an idea. There is an ex nikon repair facility (http://www.authorizedphoto.com/), and they were a little cheaper.

 

17-35 f2.8 : $400