Purchased this as my first car. Seemed to be in good condition, body was fantastic, and well taken care of. I ended up driving it to my prom at school... however, 3 days later on my way home from work at about 9:30 PM; there was a strong gasoline smell coming from the engine and a repeated flashing check engine light. I drove it 2 miles up the road to my house and parked it for the summer because I didn't have any money to fix it. At the end of the summer, I saved up enough money and drove it to the mechanic to start the process of getting it fixed. My mechanic did a compression test of all cylinders and the blow by was astronomical. Turns out I completely blew the engine apart and it was basically worthless. I know the oil was clean and full...just guess I bought a lemon.
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Purchased this as my first car. Seemed to be in good condition, body was fantastic, and well taken care of. I ended up driving it to my prom at school... however, 3 days later on my way home from work at about 9:30 PM; there was a strong gasoline smell coming from the engine and a repeated flashing check engine light. I drove it 2 miles up the road to my house and parked it for the summer because I didn't have any money to fix it. At the end of the summer, I saved up enough money and drove it to the mechanic to start the process of getting it fixed. My mechanic did a compression test of all cylinders and the blow by was astronomical. Turns out I completely blew the engine apart and it was basically worthless. I know the oil was clean and full...just guess I bought a lemon.
- liamcpeterson, Carlisle, US