Q: I have a 1993 Toyota Camry and my air -conditioning has gone on the brink I was told by my mechanic that it would cost around $2500 to repair it. I am a 70 year old woman who seems to get ripped off every time I need car repair work done. Does this figure seem about right? Looking forward to your reply. Thanks!
A: I recommend getting a second opinion, I have seen A/C repair run as high as that but you gave me no indication of what is being suggested as a repair. What are they doing for that money? Compressor replacement? Condenser replacement? Dryer? Evaporator core? Retro fit? You see there are many aspects to air conditioning repair, get a second opinion from a shop of high quality. If you're not sure where to find a shop, call AAA and ask for a shop that specializes in HVAC repairs.
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1. hi this is nasim
my comments the model of camry 1993
is power full and havy duty compressor and condenser no need to repair and change only needs gass and get chake if
leakes. anwar
Posted at 4:19AM on Aug 19th 2008 by nasim
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Posted at 8:51PM on Sep 21st 2008 by scott
3. Tom please tell the lady with the toyota to get a nother est* I have never seen a a/c repair cost 2,500 dollors somone is trying to take advantage of her, shame on them.A new compreeor change out even with a exspantion block should be no mopre than 1,000 dollors
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