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Re: bavaria

> i've looked at a '73 bavaria for a friend.  going for $800.  the engine
> made a fast ticking noise, and the owner said something about one of the
> cylinders leaking or something?  and also that an oil change might take
> care of it.  i know this isn't much to go on, but does this sound like a
> big problem?

Ticking is probably valves in need of adjustment, which is not a big 
deal. BUT given it's an old and cheap car, it is often good money to 
spend $50-60 and have a reputable shop look the car over and give you a 
professional opinion. It's called a prepurchase inspection and it's about 
the best $$$ you'll ever spend to know what your spending lots more $$$ on...

Filippo