Retro Fitting Air Conditioning

Billg · #1 (**permalink**) 08-16-2006, 02:09 PM

I swore I would get through the summer without seriously considering putting one of those below-dash air conditioners into my Berlina, but I'm really flagging here. Does anyone know the best kit to buy? Also, do they work well? This car is totally original, in fabulous condition, so what would adding the a/c do to the value. Also, what kind of money am I looking at, parts and labor total? Thanks, Bill

Andrew · #2 (**permalink**) 08-16-2006, 02:54 PM

Whatever was put in at the factory, or by dealers, I'm sure is not longer available. I'm not sure many people do this retrofit any longer. Maybe look into the hotrod aftermarket AC world? All kinds of amazing stuff there, I hear.

Andrew

vintage prep · #3 (**permalink**) 08-16-2006, 04:06 PM

Check out Vintage Air on the internet. I too am thinking about AC, but I have a slightly different approach. I have access to Prius AC compressors which are electric and do not have to be mounted on the engine. They are 208 volt and would require a minor upgrade to the alternator and also an inverter $250 that could be mounted in the trunk. Oops, have to go.