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Search Auto Parts Search Buying a new car?? Sign up here!   Email This Post Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Car Troubleshooting Jmh474 New User Jul 5, 2016, 2:10 PM Post #1 of 4 (2113 views) Buying a new car?? Sign In So im looking into buying a used car and 2 of the 4 cylinders are not firing iv been told hes thinks its the ECU needs replacing the reson im looking into buying the car he only wants £100 for it, its a fiat punto 2004 he said he's had it at the garage and thats what he's been told, iv also been told its had had new Has had a new cylinder pack new battery & ignition checked. Latest electrical specialist tested cylinders and exchanged cylinder leads around & said 2 not working. How dose this sound to people and if its not the ECU what else could it be thanks for any help kev2 Veteran Jul 5, 2016, 2:17 PM Post #2 of 4 (2111 views) Re: Buying a new car?? Sign In run don't walk. If it was an easy repair why has seller not done it? - the increased sale price would cover expense. Hammer Time Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Jul 5, 2016, 2:28 PM Post #3 of 4 (2102 views) Re: Buying a new car?? Sign In I agree. Run away. If he really knew what was wrong with it he would have fixed it instead of discounting it that heavily. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We offer help in answering questions, clarifying things or giving advice but we are not a substitute for an on-site inspection by a professional. Discretesignals Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Jul 5, 2016, 4:44 PM Post #4 of 4 (2093 views) Re: Buying a new car?? Sign In RUN FOREST RUNNNN!!! You don't want someone else's problems for sure. Since we volunteer our time and knowledge, we ask for you to please follow up when a problem is resolved.   Email This Post   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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