Looking into buying a leon cupra

[Mint]

Hi, I am new to this forum and have joined today with the intension of meeting some new people and seeking some advice as i am looking into buying a leon cupra.
The one thing i have noticed is that the prices vary alot but im looking at spending around the 4k mark. I veiwed an 04 plate with 80k on the clock yesterday to get an idea of what i am looking at and i was quite supprised how quiet the 20v engine was.
The garage wanted £4695 which i thought was over priced.
Could i have some info on what to look and listen for when buying a leon cupra and what sort of milage is ok for the 1.8 20v engine before any problems start.

Thanks in advance.

 

[Mr OCD]

Hi, I am new to this forum and have joined today with the intension of meeting some new people and seeking some advice as i am looking into buying a leon cupra.
The one thing i have noticed is that the prices vary alot but im looking at spending around the 4k mark. I veiwed an 04 plate with 80k on the clock yesterday to get an idea of what i am looking at and i was quite supprised how quiet the 20v engine was.
The garage wanted £4695 which i thought was over priced.
Could i have some info on what to look and listen for when buying a leon cupra and what sort of milage is ok for the 1.8 20v engine before any problems start.

Thanks in advance.

http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/showthread.php?t=241298&highlight=buying+cupra

 

[SalSheikh]

Mr OCD, you beat me to it.

 

[Mint]

Thanks for the pointer fellas, I think my only concern would be the water leaks in the footwells. Is this an easy job as described or is it awkward and should i have any concerns with an engine that has done 80k plus? I have seen loads with high milage and have always been put off by high milers.

 

[gezmeister]

80k is fine bud, my 01 is on around 106k and still pulls like a train. Just check its service history, and you should be fine

 

[Mint]

Thanks fella. Just what i needed to hear. Just need to sell my st now.

 

[LEE69]

Doing the seals is easy just follow the guide.