Skoda parts from breakers: the air conditioning compressor and more
Octavia A5 air conditioning: compressor or condenser?
When the air conditioning on a Skoda Octavia A5 stops cooling, there can be several causes: lost refrigerant, a faulty compressor, a blocked condenser or the electronics. Buy a unit only after a diagnosis. If the mechanic has said you need a compressor, give the engine in the request, because compressors differ for the 1.6 MPI, the diesels and other engines.
Also give the trim: climate control or plain air conditioning, because the pipes and sensors depend on it.
How to judge a compressor from a breaker
Ask whether it turns by hand, whether the pulley and clutch have any play and whether there are traces of oil. A good breaker will gladly send a photo of the plate on the body with the number and confirm that the part was taken from a working car. Also ask whether the clutch is included in the price and whether the breaker gives a warranty.
With a compressor the receiver-drier is often replaced and the system flushed, or the new part may fail from the old dirt. That is a question for the mechanic, not the seller.
What to put in your request
- Model and generation — for example, Skoda Octavia A5;
- Part — compressor, air conditioning condenser and so on;
- Year;
- Engine — for example, 1.6 MPI;
- Trim — air conditioning or climate control;
- Colour — for body parts;
- Condition — working, with a warranty on testing;
- VIN;
- Delivery city and budget.
Example: “Skoda Octavia A5, 2010, 1.6 MPI, climate control. I need an air conditioning compressor with the clutch, working, with a warranty on testing. I will send the number from the old compressor. Courier delivery to Montreal. Budget up to $170.”
How to compare offers
Do not look only at the price. One seller offers a bare compressor, another one with the clutch and mounts, a third a reconditioned one. These are different things. Check the warranty and the return process if the unit does not work after fitting.
How it works on BlaBlaPrice
On BlaBlaPrice you write one request, and sellers from breakers reply in the chat with a price, photos and terms. The platform shows the best-value offer first, with seller reviews beside it. Sellers can see their place among the others and often improve their terms. Your phone stays hidden until you choose a seller. Details are on the “How it works” page.
Looking for parts for related brands? Open Audi or the general car breakers section.
