Has had a replacement engine as it blew the head gasket during a trip to Scotland and the cheapest option was a 2nd hand from salvage yard. The CVH engine is OK but can be smoky with higher milage due to the stem seals I think. New engine has 65k miles but still purrs and goes like stink.
Had an intermittent cutting out fault which might be down to the head gasket going!
Instrument lights are temperamental.
Usual brakes, exhaust etc
It's a thirsty car if you go over 3,000rpm but will still accelerate at 80 in 4th gear. Parts are cheap and plentiful, lots are still on the road. Not at all treated with any respect but takes it well.
Ideal for knocking around in, cheap insurance.
I do not see how fitting a replacement Engine can work out cheaper then simply replacing your Head Gasket. I banged a new Head Gasket on My 1990 1.8LX Sierra for 70 pounds total.
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