TJB Posted October 8, 2018 Report Share Posted October 8, 2018 I'm going to have a look at this Delta on Wednesday. 2012, 1 owner, 37k and allegedly, 7 stamps in the service book. It's a 1.4 Multi-air SE. Anything I need to be on the lookout for? Any help gratefully received Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 MikeyRules Posted October 8, 2018 Report Share Posted October 8, 2018 Check for any suspension knocks and bangs. These are prone to snapping a spring at this age. The multiair unit can have problems too, but Nello would be best to advise on that one as he's been through the replacement avenue. He would be best to advise on symptoms to look for. Other than that they're pretty good. Obviously with it being a 6 year old car check the general wear and tear, cambelt,pulleys and water pump should have been changed by now too. So if that hasn't been done factor that into your negotiations. TJB 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 TJB Posted October 8, 2018 Author Report Share Posted October 8, 2018 Thanks for the feedback, I'll bear it all in mind. I was aware of the Multi-Air issues, although they seem mostly to be related to poor maintenance and infrequent oil changes / wrong oil. If the dealer is telling the truth, this car has had oil changes every 5500 ish miles, so hopefully should be OK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 MikeyRules Posted October 8, 2018 Report Share Posted October 8, 2018 Well good luck and hope it's as good as it sounds! The only other thing to mention is that an SE is pretty basic, so given how cheap these cars are is it worth holding out for an SR, Limited or Momo S? Just a thought.... TJB 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 TJB Posted October 8, 2018 Author Report Share Posted October 8, 2018 Actually there is an SR 1.6 Diesel on a private sale nearby, and another 1.6 diesel auto with full leather, nav and double glass roof not far away. Ideally I wanted petrol, but I might give these a look as well. MikeyRules 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 MikeyRules Posted October 9, 2018 Report Share Posted October 9, 2018 Actually there is an SR 1.6 Diesel on a private sale nearby, and another 1.6 diesel auto with full leather, nav and double glass roof not far away. Ideally I wanted petrol, but I might give these a look as well.Shame the auto's not a manual as that is well spec'd car! Especially with the double glass roof. In fairness I'm not sure how the auto drives, but even on the new Alfa's with the 8 speed ZF auto gearbox I'm not convinced they're for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Nello Posted October 9, 2018 Report Share Posted October 9, 2018 The MA issues are a bit random and not easy to predict - Mine could not have been serviced better but still went?! The early MA engines - of which the Delta is user of - had a known issues with oil/port seals which has been rectified on later modified Actuators. Unfortunately mine went and the oil starvation took the Turbo with it............................. MikeyRules 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 TJB Posted October 10, 2018 Author Report Share Posted October 10, 2018 Well, I missed out on the blue one, sold yesterday. I may go and have a look at the auto. Thanks for all the advice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Nello Posted October 11, 2018 Report Share Posted October 11, 2018 Keep looking - I'll let you know if I see anything suitable although probably even rarer North of the border. Let us know how you get on - be good to have another Deltisti here............ TJB 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Penguin2007 Posted October 11, 2018 Report Share Posted October 11, 2018 symptoms of MA problems Mine well maintained, 8k servicing etc, MOT fine - needs some new tyres - but they will be on prior to funny stuff arriving. (3mm front / 4.5+ back) water pump / belt done / filters / two new front springs etc etc Tell me more plz????? 40Km coming up Love the car and wanted to make it my last (I'm 62 and will probably give up at 75. Its a 12 pate 1,6 turbo disel Penguin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 TJB Posted October 13, 2018 Author Report Share Posted October 13, 2018 symptoms of MA problems Mine well maintained, 8k servicing etc, MOT fine - needs some new tyres - but they will be on prior to funny stuff arriving. (3mm front / 4.5+ back) water pump / belt done / filters / two new front springs etc etc Tell me more plz????? 40Km coming up Love the car and wanted to make it my last (I'm 62 and will probably give up at 75. Its a 12 pate 1,6 turbo disel PenguinMulti Air is the petrol engine. If you're is diesel, it's not a problem for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 TJB Posted October 14, 2018 Author Report Share Posted October 14, 2018 Now tried to view 3 and narrowly missed out on them all Will keep trying, there's no rush. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 TJB Posted October 28, 2018 Author Report Share Posted October 28, 2018 Well, going to see one tomorrow. 1.6MJ SR, 42k on a 12 plate, private sale. Nello and MikeyRules 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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I'm going to have a look at this Delta on Wednesday. 2012, 1 owner, 37k and allegedly, 7 stamps in the service book. It's a 1.4 Multi-air SE.
Anything I need to be on the lookout for? Any help gratefully received
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