While driving today, my car's temp gauge went from normal to over heating in about 5 minutes or less. I drove it for another 5 miles or so until I could safely pull over. The coolant reservoir is busted. The replacement is going to cost $193.00.
Does this repair cost sound reasonable?
Could I have damaged the engine by driving it, even only 5 miles?
What does an engine replacement usually cost?
Thanks!
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Friday, October 31st, 2008 AT 1:04 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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The quoted price for the work is quite reasonable. The engine may or may not have sustained some internal complications during the temperature excursion you undertook. The decision to repair or replace would need to be based on the level of damage. ♥