renault clio 2002 - should i buy car with replaced timing belt/gasket

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Wed 19 Sep 2012 19:50
renault clio 2002 - should i buy car with replaced timing belt/gasket - Fleabie36

My corsa b broke down and i have been told it's going to cost too much for what the car is worth because head gasket is flooded and gone. I am desperate for a car and have found a renault clio 2002, it has had a snapped timing belt and head gasket replaced. Is it still worth purchasing, any help would be gratefully received.

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Wed 19 Sep 2012 20:38
renault clio 2002 - should i buy car with replaced timing belt/gasket - Oli rag

Providing it has been properly repaired, it should be as good as any other 10 year old renault. A toyota yaris or mazda 2 would probably be a better bet, in my opinion.

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Wed 19 Sep 2012 21:04
renault clio 2002 - should i buy car with replaced timing belt/gasket - Fleabie36

really never thought of those cars, only clio and another corsa.

many thanks will have a look

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Wed 19 Sep 2012 21:16
renault clio 2002 - should i buy car with replaced timing belt/gasket - unthrottled

Unless this is a non-interference engine, the valves will have been bent, and probably guides and seals-and should have been replaced.

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