Soon to be an MPS6 Owner
Welcome!
There's not a whole lot to watch out for:
- engine mounts are pretty common but not a huge issue
- AWD transfer case needs to be checked - expensive to replace if it runs out of oil and goes bang
- check for a puff of smoke from exhaust on cold start, and excessive vibes at around 3,500 during warm up
- listen for timing chain rattle, shouldn't be excessive
- let it idle for 10 mins and watch for smoke ( turbo seals are common )
- brakes as you noted but isn't really a major issue, just sounds horrid when you move off if it's stuck
If it's been looked after properly they are a pretty tolerant car.
As far as mechanical / mods, there isn't really any very experienced MZR mechanics around, but lots of forum members are pretty well versed if you needed advice.
Let us know what you end up buying. There's a couple of members cars up for sale - @Jmac & @Fats are selling theirs due to family expansion and requiring something bigger. That would be a good option if it hasn't sold already.
Cheers,
Tims
Last edited by tims; 14-12-2013 at 11:36 PM.
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