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Old Sep 12, 2006 | 02:19 AM
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I have a 2003 Dodge Neon SE that I had just purchased. I had been looking around and trying to get a AC/system installed because it did not come with one and I will roast in the summer without one. I was told by a unscrupulous dealer that it could cost 2500-3000... I about jumped 20 feet back. But doing my reasearch dodge sells the compressors and all the parts for about 750$. That was just rediculous of a quote. Am I being lied to or is he for real. How much should I expect to pay. Anything to watch out for? I dont want to be taken advantage of!!! PLEASE HELP

My car is manual BTW
 
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Old Sep 12, 2006 | 04:28 AM
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the stealership always tries to make a quick buck wher ever they can. If you are really looking for an AC unit check OEM parts dealers like dodgeparts.com There is your best bet.
 
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Old Sep 12, 2006 | 06:34 PM
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Thats a good site thanks.... however I didnt see the AC parts and I do not have the skill to put it in myself. Does anyone know a reasonable estimate to have it installed and would most dealers use parts I supply or will they insist I purchase there parts. Because I found OEM ebay used AC parts such as condensor and the compressorthat even come with warrantees..... Thanks for the help
 
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Old Sep 12, 2006 | 10:56 PM
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Hate to say it buddy but ac systems are my shop's speacialty, and a reasonable estimate $2500-$3000 give or take. And you would not believe the work involved, and the amount of new parts you're gonna need.
 
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Old Sep 12, 2006 | 10:57 PM
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roll your windows down
 
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Old Sep 13, 2006 | 12:50 AM
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At least I know he wasnt lieing to me.... Just had to check... Alot of car salesman look like scam artists... Just had to be careful... Anyways at least I know what im looking at price wise. For a job well done im willing to pay that kind of price.. I plan to keep this car till it drives no more! heh... Thanks a bunch you guys... As fall starts Im going to save some money up. Im a car noob so just want to make sure im not scammed cuz he coulda told me 2000 for a job that is worth 500 and if I had the money ida not known any better!
 
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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 01:55 AM
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wow...am I glad that's one of the few options I got on my 2004 SE!
 
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