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The six used cars that dealers won't touch because they're too expensive to fix - you might already own one
When shopping for a second-hand car, one of the biggest concerns for buyers is whether it might be riddled with problems and become a drain on their finances.The reliability of any vehicle - new or old - ultimately comes down to how well it has been cared for throughout its life.
That's why we always recommend avoiding cars with no service history, patchy maintenance paperwork, and any signs of modifications or prolonged abuse at the hands of former owners.
But there are some models that are notorious for having the same recurring problems that are almost always bank‑busting to fix.
Used car dealers have outlined six they won't add to their stock for this reason alone. This is due to fears they might go wrong and cost an arm and a leg to put right, or that they'll encounter disgruntled customers demanding to return vehicles.
Having spoken to a number of UK dealers, automotive trade title Car Dealer has listed which brands, engines and gearboxes might be worth steering clear of - and why.
And we can tell you which models these issues affect.
The six used cars dealers avoid because they're too expensive to fix
When shopping for a second-hand car, one of the biggest concerns for buyers is whether it might be riddled with problems and become a drain on their finances.
