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THE GARAGE (SERVICE, MAINTENANCE & REPAIR) => GENERAL => Topic started by: trophy2014 on December 31, 2022, 00:46:33
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Hi there,
My wife has been without AC for about 6 months now as we got 2 quotes to "fix". The first being $3.6K and the second. $3K. The weather heating up means we need to do something.
The car has been well maintained and mainly used for city commuting 2 days / week. It was re-gassed approx 3 years ago.
About 6 months ago, it started blowing warm air. Checked fuses, relays etc All looked Ok. Took it to our local reliable mechanic and was referred to A/C specialist who in turn quoted $3.6k. I was gobsmacked. Is this right? How can so many components fail at once and why is the cost similar to that of a 2nd hand engine? A second quote of $3k included itemised parts as follows:
Compressor replace, Regas, TX valve, Condenser, Flush out.
Iv looked up places who supply compressors new and they look like around $600. I haven't considered picking from a wreckers as I dont have technical skill to do myself and also mindful that I could be buying more problems.
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Regards,
Ronnie
i30 Trophy 2014 HATCH 1.8 Petrol GD5DACT