My 2005 Prius has 110k on her. I need a new compressor and AC dryer/receiver. The dealership quoted me just under $1,900 installed. I can get the parts online for $800, but I'm unsure what the labor would be on the install. Any tips on getting the AC fixed? If I decided to *sell* her and get a Gen III, what would be a good price? She has a lot of scrapes on her sides and fenders from working in a too-tight parking garage, but other than that and the busted AC runs great. Would I be smart to get the AC fixed before selling? Thanks so much!
i'm asking $9500. for 04 w/93,000. i don't know if anyone would appreciate that you spent 2 grande on a/c repair.
It sounds like you have quite a beater. Fix the A/C only if you are going to keep the car, or if it causes HV isolation faults. You may want to explore having an independent shop fix it with a used part. Some possible places to call for quotes: Hillmuth Automotive (Maryland) Mac's Service Center in Ashland, Virginia Plug In Hybrid Electric Vehicle PHEV
If you are selling it, get the A/C fixed but as cheaply as possible. Certainly not $2000! You should be able to get remanufactured/used parts replaced for $400-$600 at an independent auto A/C shop.
