Cost of replacing GPS/Bluetooth/Wifi antenna?

I have an iPhone 3GS which has recently stopped picking up GPS signals, and has a weak wifi and bluetooth connection. I find it difficult to tell from this forum whether it is a software/firmware issue, or hardware. However, I'm assuming it is a hardware fault. Does anyone know how much it could cost to get this fixed?
The phone is almost two years old.
Thanks.

Apple only replaces screens and battery's. Everything else is a full device replacement.
While it may be possible to replace only the radio/antenna, this would not be done via Apple. Look for a local cell phone repair shop in your area and see if they are capable doing this repair and what they charge.

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