Buying a car that’s not been used for 2 yrs 21 January at 3:17PM in Motoring 24 replies 873 views

plumb1_2

Thanks for all the replies, got my thinking cap on  now.

diystarter7

Hi OP
Consider an AA or RAC inspection
Thanks

inspectorperez

As well as the tips contained in previous posts, if it's been standing outside exposed to the elements, feel all the carpets (including boot), to make sure no water ingress from outside or excess condensation from inside.

Blocked drainage holes in the engine compartment can result in leaks into the driver/passenger areas and if ecu is situated in the vicinity, cause problems with various functions (locking doors etc).

macman

plumb1_2 said:

MikeJXE said:

plumb1_2 said:

MikeJXE said:

plumb1_2 said:

MikeJXE said:

Still under manufacturers warranty so Take it too a ford dealer and get it checked out and have it serviced 

Thought fords only came with 3 years ?

If the first MOT is not till March as quoted by the OT it must be less than 3 years old

Reg March 2020

Yes but like others have said not keeping to service schedules voids the warranty 

Ya only 1 month left approx. Will have to make my mind up if it’s worth buying it £4k cheaper than forecourt price, or pay the extra and get one with a good warranty.

No, it's not in warranty for another month. The warranty was voided when it missed the 1st annual service due back in March 2021.