Bworks3
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I've never owned a car with a turbo engine. I do like the idea of extra power on demand with fuel efficiency. I'd like to see a report or article that addresses the issue of how well these engines have been holding up with high mileage. I've read a few articles that make mention of the popularity of these engines (diesel) in Europe. Are they running gasoline turbo engines as well?
I called a local garage and the mechanic said he doesn't get very many turbo engines at a small garage like his, but he thinks after 150,000 miles it's a pretty safe bet that the turbo will start acting up and need to be replaced. He estimated several thousand dollars in parts and labor. How accurate is this assessment?
I called a local garage and the mechanic said he doesn't get very many turbo engines at a small garage like his, but he thinks after 150,000 miles it's a pretty safe bet that the turbo will start acting up and need to be replaced. He estimated several thousand dollars in parts and labor. How accurate is this assessment?
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