Saxo engine bay

  1. Newbie Joined: Jan 2012 Posts: 2
    #1
    Hi people im new to this forum,

    I am thinking of buying another saxo, it is solid all over just something concerned me with the oil box cover, could anyone else just have a look at this and let me know if i should run away from it,
    Thanks in advance!



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  2. Saxperience Post Whore Joined: Nov 2010 Kent Posts: 8439 Gen 7 Celica 190.
    #2
    Looks fine just could do with a good clean up!
  3. Saxperience Post Whore Joined: Dec 2006 Maidstone Posts: 8210 Golf TDI
    #3
    Just needs a good clean up or replace it (the cover) if you can't be arsed to clean.

    Wouldn't put me off buying it as long as everything is in order and it's not leaking oil etc.
  4. Regular Poster Joined: Dec 2011 Rochester, Kent Posts: 493 Saxo VTR
    #4
    All that matters is that the car drives well. The rocker cover would cost hardly anything to replace.
  5. Saxperience Hardcore! Joined: Oct 2008 Birtley Posts: 22253 VTR Turbo, 106 xsi track slag, Transit recovery, B
    #5
    Rockers commonly rust on them, chassis looks quite clean where they also commonly rust
  6. Newbie Joined: Jan 2012 Posts: 2
    #6
    Thanks for such a fast reply everybody! is there anything else i should be looking out for just before i buy it?
  7. Saxperience Post Whore Joined: Dec 2006 Maidstone Posts: 8210 Golf TDI
    #7
    Quote:
    Originally Posted by Choisey View Post
    Thanks for such a fast reply everybody! is there anything else i should be looking out for just before i buy it?
    Check to make sure there is no camber in the rear wheels....i.e that they DONT look like this /...\

    Check for rust

    Standard head gasket check for mayo etc

    Check for oil leaks

    Make sure gear changes are fairly smooth, no noises or crunches etc

    Make sure mileage tallies up with paperwork