Hey guys,
Looks like my water pump has shit itself according to the mechanic, coolant reservoir was filled and then when I would stop the car after a drive it would look like I ran over someone..
Checked the hoses, resevoir but the issue seems to be the water pump.
Since I'm a novice when it comes to alfa's what's actually involved in the replacement because as of right now I've been told the following

$200-$300 for a genuine Alfa water pump from one of the melbourne stockists, Sydney didn't have any local stock + 4-5 hours labor (rough estimate) does the timing belt/chain have to be done at the same time?
Max otti in Leichardt quoted around $1100 all up but I would have to factor in the tow cost of $100-$300 from west to inner west so I went with my local.
Just want some input to know what to look out for and If I'm being taken for a ride..