Do Leons Rust???

[Al_G]

Hi,

Just thought I'd ask the question...

I used to own a ford fiesta and even though it was only a 52 reg it had a fair bit of surface rust. I know all fords are prone to rust but I'm just wondering if the same can be said for Leons/Seats!?

I own an LCR and would hate to have to treat rust at some point.

Any signs on of rust on the older Leons?!

 

[LeedsLeon]

I'd say that if its never had accident damage it won't.

Mine has a little spot under the rubber of the nearside, rear passenger window, but I have noticed there is evidence of a possible repair job. Everywhere else seems to be as it lef the factory and mine is a 2001.

I used to drive an Escort Si which developed blisters along the doors and boot after only 4 years from new with no accident repairs!

 

[Stu B]

okay as mine is possibly the oldest in the forum - I might be able to add something here.... look after your stone chips, as i have, and Nope nothing.... As new, which is a complete contrast to my previously owned from new motor's....

 

[Snoopie]

Ford's carry a 6 year paint and bodywork warranty, so any problems with rust, should be repaired. Not sure about Seat, think it's 4 years.

 

[traumapat]

jan 01 here and no rust

thanks tho as youve given me somthing else to worry about. im going to need a very big shower cap in yellow

 

[jonjay]

Like trusty ole Stu B said he has the old Leon here and if you treat stone chips and polish, wax, clean etc....there should be no problems.

 

[tompotts]

Its the vag build quality mate, the only problem with any vag cars, is that they dont rust, which is a real pain cos you cant find parts in scrappy!

 

[Big_daddy]

ive got a 2000 model and still no rust what so ever!