I have not had one that actually got as far as rattling yet.poortomsacold said:enuff_zed said:If it’s getting worse then I’d move it up the list a bit. I know you’re focused on the bodywork but that can hang on. The engine needs looking after.poortomsacold said:So after just over a week of noticing the rattle it has gotten somewhat worse - it sounded pretty noisy when starting the car today. When the temperature was up to normal the rattle cannot really be heard when in neutral/idle, but can be heard when accelerating. Does this all sound pretty standard for a vanos that needs a rebuild? Is there any risk in keeping driving it?
Thanks!
Totally agree - will try to get this sorted shortly so that the good bodywork will then be on a working car...! Does the vanos often deteriorate quite quickly once a rattle becomes noticeable do you know?
What would concern me is whether any bits can break away and get into the oil?
[ref]bigwinn[/ref], do you have more experience of this issue?