Does $2k to replace an ignition cylinder and housing seem ridiculous?

[sodafeld1]

I have bought a whole running car for $2000!

 

[sacman]

This happened to me two days ago. The local Lexus dealer quoted $1400 for part ( 45280-60610) and labor. If I replace the whole assembly/bracket, would it make the job easier?

 

[sodafeld1]

cheaper, not necessarily easier if first time. Much money goes to labour costs. tools, awkward yoga positions and swearing has a price.

 

[x8o8drifter]

cheaper, not necessarily easier if first time. Much money goes to labour costs. tools, awkward yoga positions and swearing has a price.

Right, considering what I know about hours/upcharge for parts and labor it seems about right.
This is an assumption.
But most shops I've seen and have friends who work at up the price of the part by 50-100% of what it costs them for some things, this would be one of those things.