How many hours of labor would it take to replace the A/C compressor on my 97 VW Passat?

I was given a quote of $1,100 from the dealership to complete the repair. What I am wanting to do is personally buy the compressor from a junk yard or eBay and have my mechanic install it. I will then need a certified A/C mechanic to add the freon. So, the question again is-- how many hours do you think it might take to complete this installation?



Thanks!How many hours of labor would it take to replace the A/C compressor on my 97 VW Passat?how about asking the guy you doing it with first... get his price then call a couple other places to get another price then you iwll know a fair price will be... and you never want work done at a dealer ship for one thing they are the highest.. the next they are young guys learning how to work on cars there