AC Ace Cylinder head gasket replacement Cost
1993–1996 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$1.4k–$3.5k
Parts + labour
Labour hours
6–15h
At a typical garage
The head gasket seals the combustion chambers and coolant passages between the engine block and cylinder head. A blown gasket causes overheating, white exhaust smoke, coolant loss and milky oil—left unrepaired it leads to severe engine damage. AC Ace head gasket replacement costs $1384–$3457—one of the more substantial engine repairs.
Typical parts included
- Cylinder head gasket
What affects the price
- Whether the cylinder head needs resurfacing or replacement
- V6/V8 engines require two gaskets, doubling parts cost
- Whether ancillary components (thermostat, water pump, belts) are replaced at the same time
Common questions
How long does this repair take?
Cylinder head gasket replacement on a AC Ace typically takes 6–15 hours at a garage.
How often does this need to be done?
For a AC Ace, this is typically needed head gaskets are replaced on failure; correct coolant maintenance and not overheating the engine are the best prevention.
Other engine, fuel & emissions system repairs on the AC Ace
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$536–$995
- ABS sensor replacement$221–$410
- ABS system bleeding$176–$328
- AC compressor clutch replacement$441–$819
- AC compressor replacement$473–$878
Cylinder head gasket replacement cost on similar cars
- BMW 3 Series Cabriolet$1.1k–$2.0k
- RENAULT Megane Cabriolet$1.1k–$2.0k
- VOLKSWAGEN Beetle Cabrio$1.1k–$2.0k
- MERCEDES BENZ E-Klasse Cabriolet and predecessors$1.1k–$2.0k
- AUDI A5 Cabriolet$1.1k–$2.0k
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