To Repair or Not

Maintenance/Repairs
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My 2002 Volvo SUV with 91,000 miles was making a whining sound when the engine stopped. It did not happen when I took it for a repair but they found that my top engine mount was torn and my angle gear was not working. Cost to fix est. is $3100. I am clueless, should I trade it or keep it? THANKS!!! diane

2

Find an independent mechanic for 2nd opinion. Hopefully Volvo versed.

If it stops making the noise and you have the itch to move onto something else, now is the time.

3

Thanks for responding. How do I find an independent mechanic and how do I know he is good?

4

Is the car running now? If so I agree with a second opinion. The mechanic files on this website could help, or ask around. I am not sure what an angle gear is.

5

  1. Go to the Mechanics File on this website and find a recommended mechanic in your area–preferrably one recommended by several people

  2. Ask friends, coworkers, acquaintances who a good mechanic is.

  3. Look up your prospects found in 1) and 2) on the Better Business Bureau website. Hopefully (yes, I know this this is grammatically incorrect), you will find one that is recommended on this website AND recommended by someone you know AND has a good Better Business Bureau rating.

Scrabbler

6

I would recommend using google and searching Volvo forums

Usually you can find a local chapter within one and then post there for a recommendation. I found an incredible mechanic for a past VW there and my current Subaru by looking at brand specific forums inside my region.