[retiredguy123]

Update - I took my car to Michael's Automotive this morning and they confirmed that I needed a complete AC kit. They installed it today and the total cost was $1,523, which was $877 less than the Sumter Tire quote. In fact, the Sumter Tire quote was at least 50 percent higher than 3 other quotes. Wildwood TIre charged me $213 and told me there was nothing wrong with my AC, which was definitely incorrect. I know that many people think that Wildwood Tire and Sumter Tire are excellent repair shops, but, in this case, I cannot agree.

[CarlR33]

Originally Posted by Deden

Sometimes it is better to go to the Dealer's service dept. I believe they will give a free quote. Call and ask!

It appears there may be some technical service bulletins on that vehicle related to AC. Might be worth a call to the dealer.
2017 Ford Escape Air Conditioner Technical Service Bulletins

[Sensei]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

My 2017 SUV air conditioner is not dead, but it is failing. Sumter Tire diagnosed it as needing to be replaced, but their price is $2,400. Wildwood Tire says to not replace it now, but their price is $1,600. Firestone will replace it for $1,850. I am leaning toward using Firestone. Can someone recommend another repair shop?

By the way, I have used and recommended Sumter Tire for years for routine maintenance, but their pricing for high end items does not seem to be competitive. When I replaced my tires a few years ago, they were $150 higher than Firestone for the same tires.

Had a similar situation...went to Reynolds...great work much lower price than ANYONE quoted

Reynolds Auto Air Conditioning 1326 N 14th St, Leesburg, FL 34748 +13527877285

[Sabella]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

My 2017 SUV air conditioner is not dead, but it is failing. Sumter Tire diagnosed it as needing to be replaced, but their price is $2,400. Wildwood Tire says to not replace it now, but their price is $1,600. Firestone will replace it for $1,850. I am leaning toward using Firestone. Can someone recommend another repair shop?

By the way, I have used and recommended Sumter Tire for years for routine maintenance, but their pricing for high end items does not seem to be competitive. When I replaced my tires a few years ago, they were $150 higher than Firestone for the same tires.

I had an air-conditioning issue with my auto also a few years ago the dealer wanted a ridiculous price to fix it. I found a place called Reynolds auto air conditioning. That’s all they do is auto air conditioning so they really know their stuff. Reynolds auto air conditioning‘s phone number is 352-787 7285. They are about 15 minutes away on 441 in Leesburg. They fix my air conditioning problem and I saved hundreds of dollars maybe you want to try them.

[bagboy]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

Update - I took my car to Michael's Automotive this morning and they confirmed that I needed a complete AC kit. They installed it today and the total cost was $1,523, which was $877 less than the Sumter Tire quote. In fact, the Sumter Tire quote was at least 50 percent higher than 3 other quotes. Wildwood TIre charged me $213 and told me there was nothing wrong with my AC, which was definitely incorrect. I know that many people think that Wildwood Tire and Sumter Tire are excellent repair shops, but, in this case, I cannot agree.

Thank you for the update. I do believe Michael to be capable and trustworthy.