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[megaomega123]

Never had an auto before and I believe this is a DBW engine. Car has 60k miles, cambelt changed at 55k with proof, fsh with proof and pro lpg conversion with receipt. It is a 51 plate 3.2v6 Elite
I am paying £1995 for the car is there any niggles or known faults I should be looking for?

Thanks

[cem_devecioglu]

if you mean checking the car , here you go
 
* paint :
     any color difference between panels (different angles).. sanding scratches inside the paint.. paint dust inside the door pillars, door, hood edges etc.. unusual white traces inside the engine bay..
* bodywork :
   rusts inside wheel arches, rusts under the doors, door gaps for equality ,
   from front all gaps around headlights, hood must be equal for both sides.. bumper to tyre distances must be equal for both sides (you can measure with your fingers) , absolutely check down the car visually
* electrical
   AC, sunroof, mirrors, windows controls , battery (take a voltmeter with you and measure the charge of car when lights and AC open)
 
* autobox
   does it make any thump sound when you engage in D
*engine
  check idle when cold and warm must be around 550-600 rpm (also check idle at lpg) , rev the engine and try to hear unusual noises.. check coolant bottle (color and smell).. check oil
* tyres
   any unusual wear/tear , thread depth
* brakes
   check brake discs for wear ..
 
and drive the car for some miles
   
ps: its a long list so better you check from google..
 
   
 
 
 

[2woody]

remember also to remove your left leg - you won't be needing it

[05omegav6]

Would say the usual Omega failings:

Odd tyre wear, oil leaks, coolant leaks. Check everything works as expected.

3.2 is arguably a much more robust and reliable lump than the 2.5

[Marks DTM Calib]

Would say the usual Omega failings:

Odd tyre wear, oil leaks, coolant leaks. Check everything works as expected.

3.2 is arguably a much more robust and reliable lump than the 2.5

Not convinced on that one to be honest

[Andy B]

remember also to remove your left leg - you won't be needing it

What would ou press the brake pedal with?     

[Andy B]

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is there any niggles or known faults I should be looking for?

Thanks

pre cat lambda sensors

[cem_devecioglu]

Would say the usual Omega failings:

Odd tyre wear, oil leaks, coolant leaks. Check everything works as expected.

3.2 is arguably a much more robust and reliable lump than the 2.5

Not convinced on that one to be honest

+1

[cem_devecioglu]

remember also to remove your left leg - you won't be needing it

What would ou press the brake pedal with? 

   what ? you cant be serious

[Kevin Wood]

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is there any niggles or known faults I should be looking for?

Thanks

pre post cat lambda sensors

 

[Andy B]

....
is there any niggles or known faults I should be looking for?

Thanks

pre post cat lambda sensors

 

I knew it was something to do with pre/post cats & lambdas