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Looking At Buying A Fiesta Zetec S (2008)

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Hi been to see a fiesta zetec s 08 reg with 61000 miles, got FSH. Looked in really good condition inside and out. just wondering if there are any known problems or things I should look out for?

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    What engine?

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    What engine?

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    1.6 petrol

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    1.6 petrol

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    MK 6 or 7.As both reg this year

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    its the MK6

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    Rust.

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    Rust.

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    any particualr area?

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    I just brought a 2008 Zetec S 1.6 petrol and love it. Mine has no signs of rust and I've looked in all the usual areas. I would say it depends on how well it's been looked after. Although I have seen many that do have a lot of rust. I would also say the bonnet is a problem this is my second 2008 fiesta and both had a split in the paint directly above the catch.

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    I just brought a 2008 Zetec S 1.6 petrol and love it. Mine has no signs of rust and I've looked in all the usual areas. I would say it depends on how well it's been looked after. Although I have seen many that do have a lot of rust. I would also say the bonnet is a problem this is my second 2008 fiesta and both had a split in the paint directly above the catch.

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    yes funnily enough this one does too ! it does look like its been well looked after, no scratches alloys are pristine , no curbing

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    Check that the alloys aren't buckled

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    thanks, so in general the 1.6 petrol is quite reliable?

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    Like I say I love mine and that's the only problem I have

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    thanks, so in general the 1.6 petrol is quite reliable?

    I had mine for 5 years. Didn't spend a penny on it!

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    I just brought a 2008 Zetec S 1.6 petrol and love it. Mine has no signs of rust and I've looked in all the usual areas. I would say it depends on how well it's been looked after. Although I have seen many that do have a lot of rust. I would also say the bonnet is a problem this is my second 2008 fiesta and both had a split in the paint directly above the catch.

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    Mine was the same! I presumed someone had bumped it or something. Do you know why it happens?

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    I'm not sure I think it's because they are a little hard to close so people slam them really hard!

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    missed out on this one went back to put a deposit down and it was sold :( gutted really was in excellent condition; sea grey , 61000 miles 08 reg full ford service history £3995 . On the look out for another ZS now , but cant find any as good atm . typical

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    Be patient and make sure you get one in just as good condition! Don't settle for one any less! The best ones are the hardest to find but worth it :)

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    Ended up getting a mk7 1.6 petrol zetec S moondust silver in the end, love it :P with bluetooth and the street pack - privacy glass and 17" alloys :D :D :D

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