Geez that's a lot of money. Yes, take it back. We don't want to say 'rip-off' and hurt your feelings.

IRCC my last one went out and I installed a new compressor and R/D, orings, about $350. AC service place evac'd and tested for leaks, charged with R134, for about $200. Worked great. But that was about 13 years ago.

I read somewhere recently the Germans didn't know how to make air conditioning back then because it's not hot there. Had to laugh. Mine have had AC Delco compressors.

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1979 240D, 122K, 4spd, Colorado Biege w/Tobacco, Pwr Roof, AC, Cruise, Becker Corona - SOLD
Past Benzos: 71 250 • 83 240D • 84 190E • 04 C240 • 11 GLK350 • 13 c250 Coupe
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