To sell, to keep, to repair???
Fellow E owners! I need input: both in support and against. I NEED FOOD FOR THOUGHT!!
Our 2007 E is soon to hit 200k miles. Issues have become apparent and I'm struggling to want to let it go. We're definitely buying a new car but the topic of keeping it or selling it is what is difficult.
Some of the current issues:
The engine is quickly failing. We're burning through 1 to 2 quarts of oil between changes.
Some light knocking up-top.
VSA light occasionally on, aligns with low oil and/or misfire condition.
A fair amount of shuttering / rough idle.
Sometime in its life an A/C system "Stop-Leak" type chemical was used and now the A/C system is INOP. Upon inspection, more than likely the whole system will need replaced.
Rear wheel splay. Classic symptom, know the fix, also a consideration.
Wheel bearings are more than overdue to fail, and all the other mechanical components that are also due to fail/need maintenance.
The body is clean, the frame is clean and the interior is clean. Currently, no electrical bugs, nothing else notable. Trans hasn't given any issues and is also due for a refresh.
Now. I've been thinking about finding a donor E. Swapping the A/C system. Swapping Engine. Etc.
If anybody has undergone said operation, what was your experience.
What is the general thought, feeling, towards an operation like this.
Let me know your relevant and irrelevant thoughts! It's all appreciated!
Thanks!!!!