"iws" > wrote in message
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> > wrote in message
> oups.com...
>> Does the 2.8V6 30V engine have any known 'weaknesses'? If yes, which
>> are its weaknesses or high cost maintenance items? What mileage can be
>> expected (under normal circumstances, normal driving + good
>> maintenance), give or take 20,000 miles. Is a life expectancy of
>> 200,000 miles realistic?
>
> Oil leaks are the biggest problem on that engine. TB replacement is
> costly.
> 200,000 miles is not unrealistic IF the engine is well-maintained with
> regular oil and filter changes.
>
>

he said DON'T MENTION MAINTENANCE...........and something about smokin'.