I bought a Saxo the other day, had to have a flat bed deliver it round into the garage. I drove it a matter of meters merely to back it up when the wheel bearing went, I knew this was an issue (hence the flat bed to get it to my house, but wasn't made aware how big the problem was from previous owner
). Anyway, had some mobile mechanics come out and they have diagnosed the car.. basically the whole side of the drivers side needs work (driveshaft, etc) but the rest of the car is solid. The mechanic said they have taken grinders... YES, GRINDERS... to the car! The suspension, everything, which is why the wheel bearing has went. The engine bay is also rusted on the drivers side and apparently the engine would need to be taken out for the welding to be done, which was estimated at £700. The brake pipes all need work to them also. My boyfriend can do the work if I buy the parts, and we know the gentleman who owns a scrapyard who has been a big help in restoring my boyfriends Fiesta.
I really, really have fell in love with this car. Don't ask me why, I don't really have an answer, I just feel awful because of how badly treat it has been. Anyway, my friend uses a different mobile mechanic who has a £30 call out fee and I was thinking of just asking for him to take a look at it?
I just don't know! I love Citroen Saxos and I bought this because I have never seen one for sale around here. The mechanic said it is all fixable, just needs A LOT of time and money.
Also, if I was to go ahead with the work, what engine could I use? It has the original in, but I was looking for something a bit bigger than a 1.1L. TIA!!!!!!!