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(Message started by: KronosKeylock on Jan 21^st, 2006, 2:43pm)

Title: Another Newbie
Post by KronosKeylock on Jan 21^st, 2006, 2:43pm

Hi, ive just bought my first Scorpio, A 96 2.9 Auto, Ive had my trusted Mechanic Overlook the car and he says its 'Nice', which is praise indeed. He says the car is basically sound but has been stood for a while, what advice can you guys give, ie should I get a full service

Title: Re: Another Newbie
Post by Dave on Jan 21^st, 2006, 3:21pm

Hi,

welcome to the site! :)

Congrats on your purchase, the 2.9 12v is a very good motor.

How long has it been stood for? The length of time decides what you ought to check/change.

I would change the oil and filter, anti-freeze, brake fluid (if unsure of when it was last done) and check any rubebr drive belts. Consider changing the oil again after 1 month if it has been stood for a while.

Have a look at this link re servicing:

http://www.fordscorpio.co.uk/diy.htm

Cheers :)

Title: Re: Another Newbie
Post by barrie on Jan 21^st, 2006, 3:21pm

Hi and welcome to the site

I would do a full service as you have a nice car in good condition. It is always best to look after your car and it will save you money in the end
Good luck and happy motoring

Barrie

Title: Re: Another Newbie
Post by KronosKeylock on Jan 21^st, 2006, 4:52pm

Its been stood for about 12 months, Ive had my eye on it for a year, I paid 995 for it, been used for a bit of chaufering work, my mechanic is getting it a MOT,

Title: Re: Another Newbie
Post by Dave on Jan 21^st, 2006, 6:10pm

Full service it is then :)

Definitely change oil/filter, gearbox oil/filter, anti-freeze, brake fluid, and I personally would change the power steering fluid. If there is any petrol left in it add some more fresh stuff before driving it too far.

Check tyres and brake discs for flat spots and rusting respectively - if it has been in a garage the latter is not so much of a concern.

It sounds like it runs anyway so it should be fine!

Grease gearbox selector and all hinges.

Whats the mileage?