The uncertainty of the timing belt change PLUS the ease of AC recharge/clutch shimming PLUS the transmission's 2-3 hiccough = what you have to weigh against reselling (dumping) this £950 car.
We have to know how much wrench turning you do to establish your costs.
Can you do a few drain & fills OR possibly a full pump-out to see if the 2-3 hiccough can be mitigated? This'd save money and ease your planning.
As mentioned, you may just need the AC clutch shimmed. However, leakage of refrigerant in a 17 MY old car isn't unheard of so an evacuation and reload might do you.
What's funny is that after the evacuation, removal of the AC compressor is straightforward. Then the same technician reloads the system. Simply add the cost of a quality rebuilt compressor. It's have a new clutch.
You know the cost of the other items (tires, brakes).
MINUSES:
Used car prices are really low over there. Hustling a 2002 is going to be be difficult right from the start.
The more £ you spend the harder it'll be.
If you refresh the belt and brakes and drive it, even with weak AC, how much time would it take to make the costs worth it?
How many miles per year do you drive?
I'm thinking keep it.
Last edited by Georgeandkira; Dec 27th, 2018 at 23:33.
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