Hi from Newcastle

**LeatherCaravelle** · 15-09-2009, 06:12 PM

Hi
I joined to ask a question re air conditioning compressor that died in my 5 cylinder petrol Year 2000 Caravelle. I am off to Germany soon, so wondered if it is worth trying to buy one there after being quoted by VW dealer about $5,000 to replace it here. But before that thought I should check with the brains trusts here on this site!
For now it is 'take' from this site but I hope to be able to 'give' in return here or elsewhere.
Thanks
Greg

**schoona** · 15-09-2009, 07:08 PM

Can't say I know too much about Caravelle air compressors, but welcome to the site.

Make your way down to the relevant section and post there, may be of greatest benefit.

**mish13** · 18-09-2009, 04:45 PM

Hi Greg our 1998 Caravelle is in getting a complete new airconditioner including a new compressor and a reciever dryer.They rang me today to say it will be ready Monday and the cost is $1650.00 This includes a waranty, I am on the Gold Coast so thats not much help. Dont go to VW they quoted me $7000 to restore the auto gear box and we got it done a month ago for $4700.

**gldgti** · 18-09-2009, 05:21 PM

Originally Posted by LeatherCaravelle

Hi
I joined to ask a question re air conditioning compressor that died in my 5 cylinder petrol Year 2000 Caravelle. I am off to Germany soon, so wondered if it is worth trying to buy one there after being quoted by VW dealer about $5,000 to replace it here. But before that thought I should check with the brains trusts here on this site!
For now it is 'take' from this site but I hope to be able to 'give' in return here or elsewhere.
Thanks
Greg

i'd go to an air-con specialist and get a quote there - it'll be a LOT less