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Production Methods: Hydroforming Makes Complicated, Lightweight, Monolithic Metal Parts Possible
I'd estimate around $100K for the pre-forming dies, and $200K or more for the hydroforming tool.
I knew a number of people who did this on a DIY basis to make very light exhaust pipes for their racing hovercraft. They used domestic pressure washers.