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Harshaw · 06-05-2004, 01:05 PM

So, I just got a call from my service center. I have a '96 Chevy Cavalier . It sounds like the fuel pump is losing pressure and I also have a leaky head gasket. They are asking about 650 to fix the fuel pump and 690 for the gasket. I have no desire to pay 1340 to fix a car that I spent 1800 on.

*How critical are these problems, can I ignore them for a while and get some useage out of this car for a few more months (4-6)?
*Is one more serious than the other. Can I decide to fix just one of them?
*Are there any other alternatives?
*Do those prices seem reasonable?
*I was thinking about taking my car to a garage that uses used parts, do I have any hope of getting a cheaper price?

My main problem is, I am going to be moving in a month. It's too late to back out now, I've sold all my stuff, given my two weeks notice and am moving out of my place tomorrow. I house sit for a friend for a month, then I am out of here. I need this car to last for another 4-6 months. Any advice, or information would be greatly apreciated.

Thanks

06-05-2004, 01:05 PM	#1 (permalink)
Harshaw Is mad at you. Location: Bored in Sacramento	How long will a car last with a leaky head gasket? So, I just got a call from my service center. I have a <b> '96 Chevy Cavalier </b>. It sounds like the </i> fuel pump </i>is losing pressure and I also have a <i>leaky head gasket</i>. They are asking about 650 to fix the fuel pump and 690 for the gasket. I have no desire to pay 1340 to fix a car that I spent 1800 on. How critical are these problems, can I ignore them for a while and get some useage out of this car for a few more months (4-6)? Is one more serious than the other. Can I decide to fix just one of them? Are there any other alternatives? Do those prices seem reasonable? *I was thinking about taking my car to a garage that uses used parts, do I have any hope of getting a cheaper price? My main problem is, I am going to be moving in a month. It's too late to back out now, I've sold all my stuff, given my two weeks notice and am moving out of my place tomorrow. I house sit for a friend for a month, then I am out of here. I need this car to last for another 4-6 months. Any advice, or information would be greatly apreciated. Thanks __________________ This too shall pass.