2001 Volkswagen Beetle 2001 VW New Beetle GLS 1.8L Cranksha

2001 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
95,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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KDELBOTNE
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I recently brought my car to a shop because of an oil problem. After running a diagnostic and looking over the engine, the mechanic reported that I needed to replace the Crankshaft. He quoted me about $1000 for the work. Is this reasonable? Is this even worth the fix?
Dec 4, 2009 at 4:12 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there, this does not add up, i would want to know what is the exact problem he is fixing, if oil leaks a crank will not be the issue, if oil pressure problem are the cause bearings or the oil pump / relief valve will be the main problem and at worst a crank re grind, but even the price sounds a bit iffy, as the crank and all the labour would be some what more expensive, i would be getting a second opinion, and i would like to know the exact problem you have with the engine.

mark (mhpautos)
Dec 5, 2009 at 6:54 AM