I read up on a couple of threads where the cars was supposed to be write offs but the dealers manage to get these cars back on their stands and sells it to unsuspecting customers.
My toppie took is brother in laws Hilux to Darryl's workshop to raise the suspension a bit. By taking the wheels off they discovered that this Hilux was in an accident which prompted a dodgy repair job. Worst of all, this car was bought from Automark.
On inspection Darryl found that the shocks was extended by cutting the shaft at the bottom and extending it by welding in a spacer :? , and the left side coil did not match the right side. There is also some bushes that is completely worn and needs to be replaced. ( Cannot say if it is caused by the accident or normal wear and tear)So the purpose of this post is to warn anyone that is in the market to buy a 2nd hand car. Go through everything before taking delivery! Get a report from the AA, or take someone who knows what to look for or even take the VIN number and check with insurance companies what is the history on the car.
I got caught by Auotmark, and don't want to go through it again! hopefully this does not happen with you!
PS. Once again Darryl and the team at Mikem delivered the best service you could imagine
