Looking to buy the A35. Need some advice

[gasgasx]

Hi guys, I’m looking at a A35(second hand). Need your expertise on what to look out for when testing the car and also what are the common issue with this car. Thanks. 

[ed6141]

So far no issues with my A35.

Good car, sporty and fun to drive. 

Not for those that is looking for comfort.

 

[gasgasx]

Thanks ed.

do u go back to CnC for servicing or outside workshop?

what is the running cost of maintaining an A35?

 

17 hours ago, ed6141 said:

So far no issues with my A35.

Good car, sporty and fun to drive. 

Not for those that is looking for comfort.

 

 

[ed6141]

7 hours ago, gasgasx said:

Thanks ed.

do u go back to CnC for servicing or outside workshop?

what is the running cost of maintaining an A35?

 

 

Will go back to CnC during warranty, as I have service credit.

After warranty, may go outside workshop. 

My ride is still less than 2 months, so yet to do any servicing

 

[gasgasx]

On 1/15/2021 at 5:07 PM, snsd555 said:

If outside of warranty period, much quicker, easier and cheaper to go to an outside workshop.

Did you get a PPI (pre-purchase inspection) done prior to buying the car? Doesn't cost too much but good to buy a peace of mind. Also, if any faults found, you can use it to negotiate on the price of the car further.

Good luck!

P.S. No A35 should be old enough to have lots of issue, modern mercs are quite reliable.

thanks for replying. Yes will definitely do a PPI prior to buying. thanks for the tip!

[Jonlock]

On 1/15/2021 at 3:08 PM, gasgasx said:

Thanks ed.

do u go back to CnC for servicing or outside workshop?

what is the running cost of maintaining an A35?