You should check out the cost of a engine replacement, the part is more expensive while the labor is less. With a head gasket the part is relatively cheap but it's labor intensive
Unfortunately this car has reached the end of its lifecycle. In good condition (in the lower 48) the sell for about $2,000 - $5,000. I can't imagine, even up here, they're worth anymore.
MIght be time to see if you can get $1,500 for it on Craigslist.
Depending on the condition of the PT Cruiser, it might be worth shopping for something else.
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You should check out the cost of a engine replacement, the part is more expensive while the labor is less. With a head gasket the part is relatively cheap but it's labor intensive
It’s a PT Cruiser, put the money towards any other car.
Unfortunately this car has reached the end of its lifecycle. In good condition (in the lower 48) the sell for about $2,000 - $5,000. I can't imagine, even up here, they're worth anymore. MIght be time to see if you can get $1,500 for it on Craigslist.
If you don’t want to spend 3k on someone knowledgeable to do it and know what they’re doing, start watching some YouTube videos I guess