Thanks all for the car advice. Very useful.
On Sat, Sep 17, 2022 at 8:57 AM Paul Chrostowski <paul.chrostowski@xxxxxxxxx>
wrote:
Hi Diane
The term “new engine” is somewhat ambiguous depending on how much of the
machinery needs replacement, if a rebuilt engine block is available, and
the availability of the other parts. An actual OEM replacement (including
labor) with some kind of warranty could be more than what he paid for the
car. These kinds of jobs are often done by flippers who will rebuild and
then resell. I did some of this when I was in college and things haven’t
changed much although the control systems are beyond my mechanical
abilities. So I would be very careful here, making sure you know exactly
what you are getting. Not surprised if some mechanics don’t want to handle
it
BTW l use Murray’s in SS to take care of my Lexus which is a lot older
than the car you’re talking about. You could try them
Paul
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On Sep 16, 2022, at 6:42 PM, Diane Bartz <dkbartz@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
My kid bought a 2007 Hyundai that was in his price range because it needs
a new engine. My usual mechanic (old town) said they wanted nothing to do
with the job.
Do you have someone who you would trust to do this work? Or explain kindly
that it’s a bad idea?
I welcome your thoughts and advice.
Diane
Dkbartz@xxxxxxxxx
