I have a 2001 Jetta wagon. The engine has seized and mechanics tell us that we may be looking at $7000 in repairs. We still owe about $7000 on the car. Any suggestions?
2007-10-18 07:10:36 · 14 answers · asked by Sara L 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Thanks for all of the advice. I am going to look for a rebuilt motor
2007-10-18 10:47:19 · update #1
go to the junk yard and get the parts it cheaper.
2007-10-18 07:21:54 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Which mechanics told you this?
A privately rebuilt engine typically costs $2000-$3000, and you might spend another $500 for installation. You could also try and find a junkyard motor, which would cost a lot less.
$7000 is outrageous!
2007-10-18 08:16:31 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only time that matters is when you wreck the car and have to deal with the insurance company because they only pay book value. I would think the engine should be about 4500 dollars. Maybe you can find a used one. If it were me I would replace the engine, remove all the insurance but liability and drive carefully. In fact that is what I do. I just spent 3000 on a car that is worth about 4000 for a transmission. I have no insurance and drive it to work everyday. It is still cheaper than payments on a new car.
2007-10-18 08:06:11 · answer #3 · answered by Airmech 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Seems a bit high for a replacement engine. Call around to a few more shops for a quote. Should be Able to get a rebuilt with a guarantee installed for about $3,000 tops. either way you will be out $$, but if car is in good shape otherwise you will at least know you have a good vehicle if you decide to rebuild. Even a good used car will cost about $10,000 and you will not be sure how good it will be. the only other option would be to call around to a auto wrecker for a low mileage used engine, but these can be a gamble.
2007-10-18 07:20:15 · answer #4 · answered by gary o 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
How can you still owe $7000? was that car worth $7000 in 2001? Looks like you have no choice but to get it fixed.
2007-10-18 07:16:24 · answer #5 · answered by pistin86 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
See another mechanic for a second estimate - tell them you want to use a rebuilt motor.
If there is a local trade school nearby, call and ask if they'd be willing to take on the job.
Your local dealer will be glad to trade you out of it but they'll add the balance remaining to the new loan.
Good luck.
2007-10-18 07:28:22 · answer #6 · answered by MARY N 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the car is still in good shape I would go to the junkyard and find another motor or get a rebuilt one, that mechanic who told you $7,000 is full of you know what, don't go back there.
2007-10-18 13:14:01 · answer #7 · answered by mister ss 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ok did they tell u why the motor seized up like water in the oil on any thing becouse if there is water in the oil it can just be a head gasget ask them if they can take out the pulgs and turn the motor by hand and see if the water comes out becouse some times your can get a motor onseized
2007-10-18 10:53:40 · answer #8 · answered by littlewolf20032004 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there is no way a rebuilt motor installed could cost over $3000...run away from what ever shop told you $7000..
never go there again for any reason they are criminals
2007-10-18 07:23:00 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Definitely try to get the repair costs down.
If you decide to get rid of it, you'd probably make more money parting it out than selling it whole. Just an idea to reduce your losses.
2007-10-18 07:31:04 · answer #10 · answered by Eric P 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look like you have to get rid your 2001 jetta and cut your loses.
2007-10-18 07:16:45 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋