Should I buy this high-mileage Ford Focus?
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The question
I am considering buying a 1.6 TDCi Ford focus with 229k miles on the clock. Is the mileage just too high? Seller re-assures me that it is ok. What do you think?
Asked by Patrick Buckley ·
Expert answer
Hi Patrick,
That is very high mileage of course, but many diesels are quite capable of it so long as they're maintained properly. Look for a detailed service history covering oil changes in particular, and on-time timing belt changes as well.
Even so, there's no doubt that a car with that mileage on it will require mechanical maintenance. I'd only consider such a car if the price was exceptionally low in comparison to other examples with lower mileages.
Answered by Shane O' Donoghue