I need a new compressor for my air conditioning system, according to t... read more I need a new compressor for my air conditioning system, according to the Honda Dealership where I purchased my 2012 Honda Civic, quoted at $450. I thought Shenandoah Automotive, who I have gone to in the past for oil changes and other repairs, would give a similar quote. They insisted that if I have the compressor replaced I will also need to replace the dryer and expansion valve and that they would then need to recharge the air conditioning, quoting the repair at $1,435. Obviously the dealership would know if I needed those things. Don't let them sell you things you don't need. I cringe to think about the repairs I've had in the past there that were not necessary. On the up side, the people are nice.
I was very happy with my experience at Luray Import Service. Randy ga... read more I was very happy with my experience at Luray Import Service. Randy gave me all my options regarding the job - whether or not to do the water pump, after-market v/s dealer parts, etc. - and the pros and cons of each. He was able to answer all of my questions and was always available. His invoice was detailed and easy to read. And the price was considerably less than what I was quoted in Northern Virginia. I will be back.
Ended up needing a new water pump, and he did a fine job with that. Th... read more Ended up needing a new water pump, and he did a fine job with that. Then my car stalled out, and so I sent it up to Calvin at PMC again. He took a whole week to even give me a call, and said he fixed a bad wiring in the harness. The car worked fine for 6 days, and then it stalled out on me again while driving. I called Calvin, and he took NO responsibility for his work and acted like he didn't even want me as a customer. I am definitely taking it somewhere else. He is horrible at expressing his thoughts and plan of action, and he seems so disinterested in the customer. I do not recommend him.
