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FORD FALCON Used Car Review

The Ford Falcon was Australia's longest continuously running nameplate up to the cessation of local production in October 2016 - 56 years after it debuted as a US-based model. Ford's large car started to become more Australianised from the 1970s and it would eventually compete against the Holden Commodore in a famously fierce local rivalry. There were luxury models such as the Fairlane and LTD, ute spin-offs, and sportier models such as the XR6 Turbo and V8-powered XR8 of more recent times.

Pros

Cons

  • Roomy and comfortable interiors
  • Wide range of models
  • Excellent, torquey six-cylinder engines
  • Engineered specifically for Australian roads
  • Thirsty LPG engines
  • Taxi stigma
  • No longer in production
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
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Top2012 FORD Falcon XR6

  • 158000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

Looking for a robust and stylish ride that combines performance with reliability? Look no further! Carz HQ proudly presents a fantastic opportunity to own a piece of Australian automotive heritage - the 2012 FORD Falcon XR6. 🚗 **2012 FORD Falcon XR6 - Drive with Confidence and Style** **Key Details:** - **Mileage:** 158,000 kms - **Engine:** Robust 4.0L inline 6 - **Transmission:** Smooth and responsive Automatic - **Colour:** Classic and sleek finish - **Registration:** Up-to-date, ready fo

$13,999 Excl. Gov. Charges
Cannington, WA

Dealer used
30/04/2024

Top2015 Ford Falcon FGX XR6 6 SP AUTO SEQ SPORTSHIFT C/CHAS

  • 287400 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

2015 Ford Falcon FGX XR6 Seq Auto 4 lt Super Cab Cab Chassis Brand new Genuine FG MKII XR6 Turbo Ford 18 x 8 alloys Brand new front windscreen Brand new front Bendix and rear Pedder high performance brake pads fitted Near new Pedder front struts and rear shock absorber Brand New front hubs Brand new heavy duty tow-bar Excellent tyres 2.4 metre Alloy tray with ladder/carry racks Also comes with a luggage rack which fits on the cab 287400 kms but still in excellent mechanical condition and a gre

$16,995
Launceston, TAS

26/04/2024

Top2007 Ford Falcon BF MkII XR6 Seduce 4 Speed Auto Seq Sportshift Sedan

  • 179376 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

- BF MARK 2 XR6 - SEDUCE RED - PREMIUM AUDIO WITH COLOUR SCREEN - 179,000 KM ONLY - BARRA 4.0 LITRE 6 CYLINDER - AUTOMATIC ZF 6 SPEED - COLD AIR CON - SERVICE LOG BOOK - 2 KEYS - RWC ROADWORTHY INCL. - QLD REGO 19 MAY 2024 - PRE SALES INSPECTION - FRESHLY SERVICED - TRADE-INS WELCOME APPLY ONLINE FINANCE https://www.dbsfinance.com.au/864cars/ OPEN 6 DAYS 8AM - 4.30PM M TO F 8AM - 2.00PM SAT WWW.864CARS.COM.AU 1/625 KINGSFORD SMITH DRIVE HAMILTON 4007 PH: 07******8381

$9,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Hamilton, QLD

Dealer used
19 hours ago

Top2013 Ford Falcon FG MkII XR6 Silver 6 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 149328 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

2013 Ford Falcon FG MkII XR6 Silver 6 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

$15,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Minchinbury, NSW

Dealer used
21 hours ago

Top2015 FORD FALCON XR6 6 SP MANUAL UTILITY

$38,500Negotiable
Mackay, QLD

28/04/2024

Top2010 Ford Falcon FG XR6 Grey 6 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 146588 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

WELL MAINTAINED and Just Serviced by our Highly Trained Techs! Comes Packed with Features including Alloy Wheels, Tow Bar, Multifunction Steering Wheel, Cruise Control, Electric Side Mirror Adjust Control, Electric Windows, Ice Cold Air Conditioning and Plenty More... Get in Quick at this Price it Will Not Last Long!!! Short on Time? Buy Online!!! We offer a complete purchase option from the comfort of your home via our easy, stress-free online purchasing plan. Our customer experience special

$14,350 Excl. Gov. Charges
Myaree, WA

Dealer used
30/04/2024

2013 Ford Falcon FG MkII XR6 Black 6 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 259442 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

2013 Ford Falcon XR6 FG MK II 6 sp 4D Sedan in good concitions. It is a 6 Cyl, 4 L engine and done 259xxx km on the clock with Logbook and Service History. Drives well and comes with 3 mths rego. Welcome to Sunshine Autos. We have a huge range of premium quality cars from 5K onwards whether it is a Sedan or Hatch, SUV or Commercials, 4x4 or AWD, Petrol or Diesel. All our vehicles are provided with current Road Worthy Certificate, Clear Title (PPSR) and Extended Warranty. Moreo

$12,995 Excl. Gov. Charges
Minchinbury, NSW

Dealer used
6 hours ago

2007 Ford Falcon BF MkII XR6 Orange 4 Speed Auto Seq Sportshift Utility

  • 267970 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

RWC/ Rego/ Warranty On-site Finance Available/ Finance Starting $35 weekly Trade ins Welcome 2007 Ford Falcon XR6 Auto BF MKII Orange in very good Condition/ 267,xxx kms/ Tow bar/ Log book/Fresh Service/ 6cyl 4.0L/ Central Locking/ 2X Remote Keys/ Alloy Wheels, Body Kit/ Almost New Tyres/ Cold air con/ Cruise Control/CD/ Good Looked after, Clean/ Power steering, Power Mirrors, power windows/ Clear PPSR clear title, No accident History, No Written Off, No Money Owing. For information please

$11,997 Drive Away^
Archerfield, QLD

Dealer used
13 hours ago

2013 Ford Falcon FG MkII XR6 Red 6 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 141825 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

At easyauto123 - Australia's fastest-growing branded used car superstore network, and part of the nation's largest motoring group - we know everything that there is to know about buying and selling quality used cars. Our Mission We're driven to demystify the whole process and strip away all the stress and anxiety that comes with it. This is why we offer Haggle-Free Fixed Pricing on all of our quality-verified cars, and then back it up with our Best Car Price Guarantee* as well

$13,998 Excl. Gov. Charges
Cannington, WA

Dealer used
13 hours ago

2008 Ford Falcon FG XR6 White 5 Speed Auto Seq Sportshift Sedan

  • 214154 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

PERTH, WESTERN AUSTRALIAN WHOLESALE OUTLET. 6102. TRADE-INS WELCOME. WARRANTY OPTIONS AVAILABLE TO ENQUIRE ON THIS VEHICLE CALL FOR FINANCE OPTIONS CONTACT AARON ON CLICK HERE TO REGIESTER YOUR FINANCE ENQUIRY used cars, cheap cars, automatic, manual, fuel efficient, cheap, reliable, private, dealer, ute, sedan, hatch, diesel, petrol, small, service history,

$8,985 Excl. Gov. Charges
Victoria Park, WA

Dealer used
14 hours ago

2010 Ford Falcon FG XR6 White 6 Speed Auto Seq Sportshift Sedan

  • 193279 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

?? Facebook Special ?? Was $17,990 now $15,990^ Payments From $68 per week*, Applying is Easy https://moneymartdirect.com.au/apply-now/ 2010 Ford Falcon, Automatic, 17” Alloy Wheels, 192,789 Kms, Cruise Control, ABS, Power Steering, Air conditioning, Radio ? WE FINANCE YOUR FUTURE NOT YOUR PAST ! ? FREE NO OBLIGATION PRE-APPROVAL! FAST APPROVALS FOR..... ? GOOD CREDIT ? BAD CREDIT ? UNPAID DEFAULTS ? CASUAL EMPLOYMENT ? SHORT TERM EMPLOYMENT ? SELF EMPLOYED ? ABN HOLDERS NO FIGURES NEEDED

$15,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Warners Bay, NSW

Dealer used
14 hours ago

2005 Ford Falcon BF XR6 Blue 6 Speed Auto Seq Sportshift Sedan

  • 322538 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

USED CAR CLEARACE CENTER. We are located in Melbourne’s West, only 25 Minutes from Melbourne CBD. Open 6 days a week, MONDAY TO FRIDAY 9AM to 5PM and SATURDAY 9AM to 4PM TO SPEED UP YOUR FINACE APPLICATION, PLEASE BRING WITH YOU *Your 3 most recent payslips *Most recent bank statement *Rental statement or rates notice *Centerlink income salary statement Come and see us today – Affordable, Reliable, Cheap cars. Cheap cars arriving daily.

$7,999 Excl. Gov. Charges
Hoppers Crossing, VIC

Dealer used
15 hours ago

2014 Ford Falcon FG X XR6 Ute Super Cab Silver 6 Speed Sports Automatic Utility

  • 120084 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

TOYOTA FINANCE AVAILABLE ONE OWNER LOW KMS AUTO UTE CRUISE CONTROL BLUETOOTH SYSTEM Speak with Krissy or Tyler about your own personalised interest rate, based on your own credit profile, you will be pleasantly surprised with the outcome. Our team will strive to give you the best experience in your search for a new vehicle. We aim to make it hassle free and to take the stress OUT of buying your next car, in fact we want to make it an ENJOYABLE experience, as it should be. FOUR BIG LOCATIONS

$24,888 Drive Away^
Heidelberg, VIC

Dealer used
16 hours ago

2007 Ford Falcon BF Mk II XR6 Ute Super Cab Blue 4 Speed Sports Automatic Utility

  • 169100 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

2007 Ford Falcon BF Mk II XR6 Ute Super Cab Blue 4 Speed Sports Automatic Utility

$14,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Wangara, WA

Dealer used
16 hours ago

2010 Ford Falcon FG XR6 Black 6 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 133756 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

FORD FALCON FG XR6 4.0L AUTOMATIC SPORTSHIFT ** FAST FINANCE APPROVALS T's & C's APPLY - WARRANTY & TRADE IN OPTIONS AVAILABLE ** Test Drive Today ** Perth Auto Centre: All Hours Inquiries ** Low 133,000kms ** ** Simply Pristine **Perth Auto Centre are Proud to Present This Extremely Popular FG Ford XR6 Sedan Featuring Economical yet Powerful 4.0L Straight Six Cylinder Motor with Sporty Automatic Transmission ** This is a Fine Example of This Australian Icon, Will Not Disappoint *

$15,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Osborne Park, WA

Dealer used
18 hours ago

2010 Ford Falcon FG XR6 Ute Super Cab Purple 5 Speed Sports Automatic Utility

  • 143250 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

***WELCOME*** COME IN TO OUR WAREHOUSE IN MADDINGTON AND SEE HOW WE DO THINGS DIFFERENTLY! WE DONT SELL CARS, WE HELP PEOPLE BUY CARS! GET YOUR DEALER CAR TODAY!!! Whether you are looking for a 4x4, UTE, Or a car with a Sunroof, We have it all WE OFFER A FUN AND RELAXED NON-PUSHY BUYING EXPERIENCE! WE ARE NOT YOUR CONVENTIONAL, STERILE, ALL BUSINESS AND NO PERSONALITY CAR YARD OUR FRIENDLY TEAM ARE CUSTOMER FOCUSSED AND WE BOAST A FINE RANGE OF PRE-OWNED VEHICLES! WE DONT CLAIM TO BE THE B

$18,747 Excl. Gov. Charges
Maddington, WA

Dealer used
18 hours ago

2007 Ford Falcon BF MkII XR6 Seduce 4 Speed Auto Seq Sportshift Sedan

  • 179376 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

- BF MARK 2 XR6 - SEDUCE RED - PREMIUM AUDIO WITH COLOUR SCREEN - 179,000 KM ONLY - BARRA 4.0 LITRE 6 CYLINDER - AUTOMATIC ZF 6 SPEED - COLD AIR CON - SERVICE LOG BOOK - 2 KEYS - RWC ROADWORTHY INCL. - QLD REGO 19 MAY 2024 - PRE SALES INSPECTION - FRESHLY SERVICED - TRADE-INS WELCOME APPLY ONLINE FINANCE https://www.dbsfinance.com.au/864cars/ OPEN 6 DAYS 8AM - 4.30PM M TO F 8AM - 2.00PM SAT WWW.864CARS.COM.AU 1/625 KINGSFORD SMITH DRIVE HAMILTON 4007 PH: 07******8381

$9,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Hamilton, QLD

Dealer used
19 hours ago

2010 Ford Falcon FG XR6 Silver 5 Speed Auto Seq Sportshift Sedan

  • 218158 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

Simulcast auctions start at 10:30am every Tuesday and Thursday, consisting of government, corporate, fleet and general sale vehicles. Private Buyers are welcome. Private Buyers receive a NSW Roadworthy Certificate for any vehicle purchased with current NSW Registration. Unregistered Vehicles are sold " As Is / Where Is " which means it is the responsibility of the purchaser to get their own Roadworthy Certificate and make good any repairs necessary. Please check Auction terms and conditio

For Auction
Guildford, NSW

Dealer used
19 hours ago

2014 Ford Falcon FG MkII XR6 Blue 6 Speed Manual Sedan

  • 81247 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

THIS WEEK SPECIAL, PURCHASE THIS VEHICLE COMES WITH FULL TANK OF FUEL AND NEXT FULL SERVICE BY ON US. AND 12 MONTHS WARRANTY PLAN C PREMIUM AS WELL. P.S $395 ADMIN FEE APPLIES ALL SOLD VEHICLES Experience the thrill of driving with this 2014 Ford Falcon FG MkII XR6 Sedan! With its striking blue exterior and sporty body kit, this sedan is sure to turn heads on the road. Equipped with a range of features including 18" alloy wheels, Bluetooth system, cruise control, and rear vision camera, this F

$22,995 Excl. Gov. Charges
Minchinbury, NSW

Dealer used
19 hours ago

2010 Ford Falcon FG XR6 White 5 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 66154 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

****SALE PRICE 2010 Ford Falcon XR6 Sedan Sports Automatic -One owner -Log books -2 keys -Great condition -17 Inch alloy wheels -Multi function steering wheel -Sports suspension -Electric Seats -MUCH MORE Our commitment to you; Trust your journey with the biggest and most trusted luxury dealership servicing the Sutherland Shire. With a new state of the art facility and a new team with a refreshing bespoke style experience. We are committed to providing excellent service, knowledg

$19,450 Excl. Gov. Charges
Kirrawee, NSW

Dealer used
20 hours ago

2013 Ford Falcon FG MkII XR6 Silver 6 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 149328 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

2013 Ford Falcon FG MkII XR6 Silver 6 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

$15,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Minchinbury, NSW

Dealer used
21 hours ago

2012 Ford Falcon FG MkII XR6 Orange 6 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 110326 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

CENTRAL QUEENSLAND BEST DEALER GROUP! * PRICED TO SELL & EXCELLENT VALUE! YOULL NEED TO GET IN QUICK OR YOU MAY JUST MISS OUT * ALL OUR VEHICLES COME WITH A COMPLIMENTARY LOCAL OR NATIONAL MECHANICAL PROTECTION PLAN FOR YOUR PEACE OF MIND * EVERY VEHICLE COMES WITH RWC, CLEAR TITLE, WRITTEN OFF VEHICLE & STOLEN VEHICLE CHECK CERTIFICATE * DONT SIGN ANYWHERE ELSE UNTIL YOU HAVE THE DEAL CHECKED BY US FIRST DO YOU NEED FINANCE? ASK OUR FRIENDLY FINANCE MANAGER ABOUT OUR EASY FINAN

$18,990 Drive Away^
Mackay, QLD

Dealer used
21 hours ago

2013 Ford Falcon FG MkII XR6 Red 6 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 173319 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

THE FAMOUS BARRA ENGINE! THIS XR6 IS AN EXTREMELY CLEAN EXAMPLE INSIDE AND OUT - Full Ford Service History - CSA Alloys - Reverse Camera - Parking Sensors - Cruise Control

$16,907 Excl. Gov. Charges
Osborne Park, WA

Dealer used
22 hours ago

2012 Ford Falcon FG MkII XR6 Silver 6 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 136435 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

Located on the Sunshine Coast, our dealership has over 25 years of clients Driving Away Happy. Experience how easy purchasing a vehicle can be. We can arrange to have your selected vehicle brought to your home or office. Enquire now and one of our Pre-Owned Specialists will guide you through your purchasing journey. Located on the Sunshine Coast, our dealership has over 25 years of clients Driving Away Happy. Experience how easy purchasing a vehicle can be. We can arrange to hav

$17,990 Drive Away^
Maroochydore, QLD

Dealer used
23 hours ago

2015 Ford Falcon FG X XR6 Ute Super Cab White 6 Speed Sports Automatic Utility

  • 100987 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

***DEALERSHIP SALE EVENT NOW ON*** LAST OF THE GREATS!! The FGX is a cracking piece of motoring & Australian history and legacy, This is one to add to the collection or have as a daily driver whatever your heart's content 2015 FORD FALCON FG-X XR6 auto UTE LOW 100,000KLMS FITTED WITH A CANOPY We need not go on about how good these car's are, if you are reading this ad you already know! Don't miss fantastic example of a great Australian motorcar as they are becoming rarer and rare as the day'

$25,990 Drive Away^
Hastings, VIC

Dealer used
23 hours ago

2015 Ford Falcon FG X XR6 Ute Super Cab Silver 6 Speed Sports Automatic Utility

  • 182224 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

This superb motor vehicle is located behind McDonalds and Metro Service Station in Canberra and is available right now for immediate purchase with a passed ACT or NSW roadworthy certificate. We are a family owned and operated motor dealer established in 1992 specialising in matching people with cars to suit any budget and lifestyle. - Trade Ins Welcome - Finance Options Available - Express Warranty Available - Transport Australia Wide Available - Family Owned And Operated For Over 30 years AW

$21,670 Excl. Gov. Charges
Phillip, ACT

Dealer used
24 hours ago

2012 Ford Falcon FG MkII XR6 Blue 6 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 163114 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

*FRESH AUTOS OPEN 9AM -6 PM AND 24 HOURS 7 DAYS ONLINE * DELIVERY TO YOUR DOOR (WITHIN SYDNEY METRO AREA) *DOOR TO DOOR VEHICLE DELIVERY SERVICE TO AUSTRALIA WIDE *EASY FINANCE PACKAGES APPROVAL AVAILABLE ONLINE * We do TRADE IN with FAIR PRICE. * Our dealerships is located in heart of Western Sydney, just a 2 min drive off from M4 and M7 motorways . * Yard 6 & 7 , 591 CARLISLE AVENUE ,MINCHINBURY, NSW 2770. * Please contact us on /******8081

$14,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Minchinbury, NSW

Dealer used
Yesterday

2002 Ford Falcon AU III XR6 Red 5 Speed Manual Sedan

  • 516457 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

Take a look at this vibrant, red 2002 Ford Falcon AU III XR6 Sedan.This vehicle features a robust 5-speed manual transmission, adding a sportier feel to your driving experience. It has been kept in good condition with an odometer reading of 516,457 kms. THIS CAR HAS SOME COOL FEATURES THAT INCLUDE, TICKFORD MANUAL XR6 AU! 4 LITRE INLINE 6! MANUAL TRANSMISSION! REAR WHEEL DRIVE! LOVLEY NOTE FROM EXHAUST! RARE, HARD TO FIND VEHICLE! RUNS AND DRIVES BEAUTIFULLY! YES WE HAVE FINANCE! YES WE ACCE

$5,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Kenwick, WA

Dealer used
Yesterday

2007 Ford Falcon BF MkII XR6 Blue 6 Speed Auto Seq Sportshift Sedan

  • 185965 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

2007 FORD FALCON BF MK II, 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC, Traveled 185,000 kilometres, With Service Books available! Perfect p plater car, these are renown for their reliability and durability. enjoy all Sporty features, looks and comfort! Drives and presents well for its age with some marks and wear and tear consistent with age of vehicle. Superb Looking XR6 Ute, P Plater friendly ready to be snapped up, presents and drives extremely well for its age, Regular services with near new tires fitted, not

$11,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Maidstone, VIC

Dealer used
30/04/2024

2013 Ford Falcon FG MK2 XR6 Blue 6 Speed Auto Seq Sportshift Sedan

  • 205515 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

JUST ARRIVED Looking for a sleek and powerful sedan that won't break the bank? Check out this 2013 Ford Falcon XR6 FG MK2 in stunning blue! Packed with features like automatic climate control, alloy wheels, cruise control, and rear parking sensors, this car is sure to impress. With just over 200,000 km on the odometer, this Falcon is reliable and ready for its next adventure. Safety features like dual front airbags, stability control, and anti-lock braking give you peace of mind on the road.

$12,999 Drive Away^
Westcourt, QLD

Dealer used
30/04/2024

Overview of the Ford Falcon

Overview of the Ford Falcon

The Ford Falcon was Australia's longest continuously running nameplate up to the cessation of local production in October 2016 - 56 years after it debuted as a US-based model.

Ford's large car started to become more Australianised from the 1970s and it would eventually compete against the Holden Commodore in a famously fierce local rivalry.

There were luxury models such as the Fairlane and LTD, ute spin-offs, and sportier models such as the XR6 Turbo and V8-powered XR8 of more recent times.

FORD FALCON GENERATIONS (SINCE 2002)

2002-2008

2008-2016

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption (not including ute models)

EcoBoost turbo 4-cylinder: 8.0-8.7 litres per 100km

LPG 6-cylinder: 11.7-13.5 litres per 100km

6-cylinder: 9.0 litres per 100km

6-cylinder turbo: 9.5-11.1 litres per 100km

V8: 13.6-13.7 litres per 100km

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

SIMILAR MODELS TO FORD FALCON

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR: FORD FALCON (FG, 2008-2016)

Watch out for a used Falcon that has been abused by a previous fleet-operator owner.

Clunks over bumps can mean worn suspension bushes.

A pulsing through the car when you apply the brakes probably means worn and warped front brake rotors. Sometimes these can be repaired, but usually new rotors are the best strategy.

The automatic transmission has an external fluid cooler, but these can fail, allowing coolant into the gearbox where it quickly wrecks both the mechanical and electronic functions of the automatic. Check the transmission fluid for milkiness that suggests the coolant and oil have mixed. If they have mixed, give that car a miss.

Make sure the central locking works perfectly, as this is an early sign of a failing body computer.

Check for low coolant level in the radiator. An O-ring at the back of the water pump is a common cause of coolant loss.