high milage ?

newk · 29th April 2007, 20:48

im thinking of buying a 75 auto but its done 150,000 miles. its in superb condition with full service history, should i expect any problems ?

Ross R75 · 29th April 2007, 21:07

Many owners are trouble free but the auto gearbox is not renowned for its ability to cover high mileages without problems. Which engine is it?

Purely a personal opinion, if its a 1.8 I'd steer clear, they don't have the longevity of the diesel or V6.

newk · 29th April 2007, 21:10

sorry its the 2.0 diesel on a 02 plate

Ross R75 · 29th April 2007, 21:15

Well, I think its undeniably the strongest engine of those available. The rest of the car will fall apart before you have any major problems with the CDT powerplant. The clutch on the manual and the cooling fan can be problematic but no more so than any other make of car. I'm sure one of the "auto boys" will be along shortly to advise you further, I don't have any experience of the gearbox and wouldn't like to steer you in the wrong direction.

Simon · 29th April 2007, 21:25

From what I can gather the JATCO autobox was rumoured to be good for around 100K. However, a few members know of our cars running these 'boxes over and above 120K.

What sort of price are they asking for the car? Current prices for 75/ZT CDT(i)s Auto's are going upwards rapidly - especially the Tourers. If you are having any doubts then don't be forced into buying it, there may well be others with lower milleage that will suit you too.

JohnDotCom · 29th April 2007, 21:37

It is quite a High Mileage Car but if price is low enough it will allow for a new box should you need one in the future. The Gearbox Fluid should be changed every 60,000 miles ensure this has been done.
Ensure you have a LONG test drive in it not just a few miles.
Check the Kickdown works correctly, use in the different gears, check for any noise coming from box (they should be very quite), the jatco box is very smooth so if there is any judder, jumps or any other symtons be wary. A new box is around the £1200 mark. If any warranty is given check Gearbox is included, as warranties at that mileage are difficult to come by.
If it is being purchased from a Garage you should at least get a 30 Day Guarantee with it time to check out any problems.
Best of Luck, there are a lot out there so don't rush in. You did not state a price but don't pay to much for it. The Engines are the BMW Lumps and they are Bullet Proof and no Belts to change as Chain Driven. BMW do suggest having these changed at 200,000 to 220,000 miles.

paulmariner · 30th April 2007, 07:47

My CDT auto on 02 plate has now done 135k and I've had no gearbox problems.
I recently got the oil changed and it seems smoother than ever.
As long as the car has a full history and you're confident of the dealer/seller then buy.
Then just sit back and enjoy the ride!!

Keith · 30th April 2007, 10:23

Don't be put off by a high mileage car assuming the service history is complete and in depth

This is a good example of what to expect
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...ADME:B:EF:UK:2

There is a myth about autoboxes lasting around 100,000 miles we don't have any indication of that being fact so don't let that put you off just don't expect fuel econony to be as good as the manual

Keith · 30th April 2007, 10:24

Moved to the main forum as it is not really a Tech help type question

mickywillis · 1st May 2007, 21:32

I've a 52 Reg CDT Auto, SE Connosieur which has done 120K, no problems. Paid £4500 last July with 112K on the clock, so I think I did fairly well.
FSH, all work done to the car by previous owner is documented (if serviced my an Xpart dealer, you can get a print off of all work done as long as its registered on their system)
As stated by others, auto box fluid change at a minimum of 60K (make sure this has been done in the history), check the cooling fan (on the radiator, not the interior one!) operates with the Climate control on, check for excess black smoke (Air Flow Meter unit possibly US) from the exhaust.
Also consider that the Auto is higher on the Vehicle Tax rating (currently £205 whereas the manual is £140) and uses more fuel than the manual, but is also much nicer to drive when stuck in traffic (clutches on manuals are apparently quite "heavy"?

29th April 2007, 20:48	#1
newk Regular poster mg zt cdti +135 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: coventry Posts: 37 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	high milage ? im thinking of buying a 75 auto but its done 150,000 miles. its in superb condition with full service history, should i expect any problems ?

29th April 2007, 21:07	#2
Ross R75 Posted a thing or two Rover 75 Saloon Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Edinburgh Posts: 1,535 Thanks: 137 Thanked 229 Times in 156 Posts	Many owners are trouble free but the auto gearbox is not renowned for its ability to cover high mileages without problems. Which engine is it? Purely a personal opinion, if its a 1.8 I'd steer clear, they don't have the longevity of the diesel or V6.

29th April 2007, 21:10	#3
newk Regular poster mg zt cdti +135 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: coventry Posts: 37 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	sorry its the 2.0 diesel on a 02 plate

29th April 2007, 21:15	#4
Ross R75 Posted a thing or two Rover 75 Saloon Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Edinburgh Posts: 1,535 Thanks: 137 Thanked 229 Times in 156 Posts	Well, I think its undeniably the strongest engine of those available. The rest of the car will fall apart before you have any major problems with the CDT powerplant. The clutch on the manual and the cooling fan can be problematic but no more so than any other make of car. I'm sure one of the "auto boys" will be along shortly to advise you further, I don't have any experience of the gearbox and wouldn't like to steer you in the wrong direction.

29th April 2007, 21:25	#5
Simon Banned - Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: - Posts: 10,318 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 3 Posts	From what I can gather the JATCO autobox was rumoured to be good for around 100K. However, a few members know of our cars running these 'boxes over and above 120K. What sort of price are they asking for the car? Current prices for 75/ZT CDT(i)s Auto's are going upwards rapidly - especially the Tourers. If you are having any doubts then don't be forced into buying it, there may well be others with lower milleage that will suit you too.

29th April 2007, 21:37	#6
JohnDotCom * Rover 75 FaceLift Tourer CDTi 170BHP Auto ConnSE 2005 Model Starlight Silver Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Abergele Posts: 28,735 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts	It is quite a High Mileage Car but if price is low enough it will allow for a new box should you need one in the future. The Gearbox Fluid should be changed every 60,000 miles ensure this has been done. Ensure you have a LONG test drive in it not just a few miles. Check the Kickdown works correctly, use in the different gears, check for any noise coming from box (they should be very quite), the jatco box is very smooth so if there is any judder, jumps or any other symtons be wary. A new box is around the £1200 mark. If any warranty is given check Gearbox is included, as warranties at that mileage are difficult to come by. If it is being purchased from a Garage you should at least get a 30 Day Guarantee with it time to check out any problems. Best of Luck, there are a lot out there so don't rush in. You did not state a price but don't pay to much for it. The Engines are the BMW Lumps and they are Bullet Proof and no Belts to change as Chain Driven. BMW do suggest having these changed at 200,000 to 220,000 miles.

30th April 2007, 07:47	#7
paulmariner Avid contributor 75 CDTi Connie Auto tourer 54 160 re-map Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sunny Suffolk Posts: 238 Thanks: 5 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	My CDT auto on 02 plate has now done 135k and I've had no gearbox problems. I recently got the oil changed and it seems smoother than ever. As long as the car has a full history and you're confident of the dealer/seller then buy. Then just sit back and enjoy the ride!!

30th April 2007, 10:23	#8
Keith This is my second home ZT400 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Ellesmere Posts: 5,948 Thanks: 0 Thanked 43 Times in 29 Posts	Don't be put off by a high mileage car assuming the service history is complete and in depth This is a good example of what to expect http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...ADME:B:EF:UK:2 There is a myth about autoboxes lasting around 100,000 miles we don't have any indication of that being fact so don't let that put you off just don't expect fuel econony to be as good as the manual

30th April 2007, 10:24	#9
Keith This is my second home ZT400 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Ellesmere Posts: 5,948 Thanks: 0 Thanked 43 Times in 29 Posts	Moved to the main forum as it is not really a Tech help type question

1st May 2007, 21:32	#10
mickywillis Avid contributor Rover 75 Tourer CDT Connosieur Auto Gone but not forgotten!!Now have a Jag X Type Diesel Estate,:) Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: worcester park Posts: 145 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 2 Posts	I've a 52 Reg CDT Auto, SE Connosieur which has done 120K, no problems. Paid £4500 last July with 112K on the clock, so I think I did fairly well. FSH, all work done to the car by previous owner is documented (if serviced my an Xpart dealer, you can get a print off of all work done as long as its registered on their system) As stated by others, auto box fluid change at a minimum of 60K (make sure this has been done in the history), check the cooling fan (on the radiator, not the interior one!) operates with the Climate control on, check for excess black smoke (Air Flow Meter unit possibly US) from the exhaust. Also consider that the Auto is higher on the Vehicle Tax rating (currently £205 whereas the manual is £140) and uses more fuel than the manual, but is also much nicer to drive when stuck in traffic (clutches on manuals are apparently quite "heavy"?