[s-cars] 1995 S6 - Overheating damage, now what?

[Wylie Bean]

Consider this a "bump" thread of you will, because I'm not sure if I missed responses to this or if there weren't any.....

I don't think accurate advice can be given until you get in there.  If you remove the head the gasket has to be replaced, so you know that's a given. I think at worst, unless the head is truly toasty I'd say deck it, re-install and move on, but I wasn't there to know how long it was run before it was shut down....
I'll yield to those with far more knowledge than I in this arena. 

I'd resist the urge to get rid of it unless you're just itching for a payment.  I love my UrS and love even more the fact that it comes without a monthly payment.  Sure we put money into them, but that's done out of love......right?
Wylie Bean
90 cq
91 90q20v
92 UrS4
08 Q7

-----Original Message-----
From: Thomas Rodriguez <trodri69 at gmail.com>
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Date: Sun, 11 Sep 2011 17:27:13 
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Subject: [s-cars] 1995 S6 - Overheating damage, now what?

Hello, I am new to the S-CAR-List and hoping to receive some helpful advice.

*My problem:*  I have maintained my 1995 S6 in excellent condition,
and recently topped 225,000 miles.  The engine (5-cylinder turbo) was in
great shape until last week when a coolant hose failed suddenly on the
freeway causing a rapid and complete loss of coolant.  The engine overheated
before the car was finally stopped and towed to the shop.  The ruptured hose
was replaced and the other hoses were inspected and found to be
sound. Unfortunately the engine now has coolant leaking into at least two of
the cylinders, suggesting that the overheating resulted in a warped cylinder
head, a blown head gasket, a craked engine block, or some combination of
these factors.  Next week my mechanic will remove the cylinder head which
should enable a further diagnosis of the damage and necessary repairs.  He
is also suggesting that while we have the head off we inspect and/or replace
things like piston rings, valve seats, etc.

*My Question:*  Is it worth fixing this engine or, given it's age and
mileage and recent overheating, would it be better to replace the
engine? What is the availability and cost of a replacement engine?  I love
this car but my wife thinks it's time to say goodbye and buy a new one.  Is
she right?
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